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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1912
Page
7
An extended fragment discusses Ladies letter fashion and social events, noting gowns, fabrics, and accessories. It highlights Government House functions, racing campaigns, and maternity styles, with detailed descriptions of gowns, belts, colors, and silhouettes. The piece mixes social commentary with fashion minutiae, referencing designers and fabrics from a past era.
A long wavering defense and critique of Mr Jones and Mr D Arcy in the Warraderry dispute. The writer condemns Jones as narrow minded and self serving while praising D Arcy for integrity and public service. The letter references elections, local officials, and past service across jurisdictions, urging continued support for D Arcy.
The Government of New South Wales proposes a commercial agency in the American West to showcase state products to U.S. markets. A canvasser is sought to advertise the state and attract buyers, with potential for a depot and foreign trade links. The appointment of a consul or envoy is discussed, highlighting opportunities for cross border commerce and local employment.
A Sydney newspaper summary outlines Minister for Home Affairs plans to pay for a Canberra capital site designed by a young Sydney architect. The Board of Commissioners will visit the Federal capital with aims to create a city that rivals world capitals in beauty. Canberra is described as a likely future national seat with striking river and hill views, while discussions in Sydney address Canberran development and housing costs, noting the strain on working people and land policy.
The fixtures for the forthcoming cricket season began in earnest in England. Dates and venues listed include matches at The Oval and Lord Linilesborough with anticipated heavy competition and notable clubs involved.
Scottish Union and National Insurance Company issues funds covering fire accident live stock purtives and dwellings furniture stores stock in trade farm buildings crops personal accident sickness workmen's compensation and live stock insurance at Lowen current rates local agents Edward Weaver Forbes
John Smyth Shoring Smith announces to his customers that he is now located in new premises at the corner of Lachlan and Browne streets. The business, described as focusing on good camping ground, good turf, and water trough, invites continued support and notes horses sent and brought from all parts of the town.
An old advertisement extols Brides of Double Refined Sheets Steel and Vable Knives with balanced handles and guaranteed quality. It lists price ranges for dessert spoons forks tea spoons and pocket knives, plus curved knives, cases, and shaving razors said to leave a velvet finish, dated in a 19th century sales style.
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