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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1927
Page
11
Reading Forbes Advocate ads becomes a habit that trains buyers to judge quality and price. Advertisements acquaint readers with value and lower costs, guiding them toward high value purchases and smarter shopping choices.
An old style promotional notice promoting R. W. Turner & Sons bakers claiming the bread is wholesome and urging customers to choose their shop as the source of the best bread in the area. It invites readers to “GET ON THE ROLL” and become customers.
Tasmanian Government Tour Bureau releases information on a round trip steamship itinerary from Melbougros to Devonport and Barale. Contact Owen Howe, 1 Marlin Place, Byaoey, for details.
From Our Own Correspondent Grenfell debates water supply as Burrinjuck promises fade. An engineer report estimates £60,000 to bring water to town, with Melbourne firm suggesting £40,000 alternative. Elections delay final decision but Lang’s later stance sparks renewed debate on Burrinjack and local scheme. Local sports results and street lighting plans noted.
Ted Coogan, an electrical contractor based near Door 10 Cabot Store on Rankin Street, advertises free estimates and advice. He is the sole distributor for G. Watson's Ltd electrical appliances and promises reasonable quotations with guaranteed work.
Local items report injuries from a fall at a ground tank and a horse accident near Young. Mr Ken Jones was crushed by a horse while practicing hurdles and is recovering at Brentwood hospital. A church meeting led by Rev Weston discussed parish duties and land for Wirringa Church with parish debt now cleared and hopes for stable local church affairs.
Delegates from Grenfell and nearby districts clash over water schemes and a proposed open air bazaar as a deputation from Urenfell seeks support. Amid council quarrels, a court event drew crowds while local cricketers struggled. an Electrolux sales rep ad concludes the page.
In hot weather over 100 degrees, Wirring a defeated Forbes 117 to 186 with Jack Reid scoring 56 and Charlie Russell excelling in bowling. Wirringya aims for Kelly Cup, with M Tools J Hold A Davis Y Reid M Whitaker M Cleary S Reid Vic Reid and others listed for next match.
Local listings show Gran and Goteh advertising in Sydney with various entities including Prewe Coop Co at 178 Castlereagh Street Houter's Ltd U6 Castlereagh Street Calte Patterson Co 11 Kant Strat The Weston Co and Chamber of Cow macre Buildings George Street, reflecting a cluster of business names and addresses.
A shopkeeper should display goods in popular demand and advertise correct varieties. He must avoid substituting articles and steer clear of manufacturers who pretend to be the same as others. The guidance emphasizes preference for proven, advantageous brands over imitations.
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