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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 03, 1915

Page

3

Economy and Efficiency: Steam Engines and More

A Sydney supplier urges executives in primary industries to adopt improved methods and mechanical aids. Waugh & Josephson offer steam engines and boilers, pumping and irrigation plants, refrigeration and ice making machinery, cream separators, milking machines, and other equipment to boost efficiency, with service across projects from butter factories to dairy farming, at Goulburn and Brisbane Streets.

Aise Waugh & Josephson Goulburn Brisbane Sydney

Willlara Stakes weighted entry and odds in racing list

Sporting Mems Flameinian weighed at Tat in the Willlara Stakes and 6.12 in the Summer Cup with very long odds in betting lists. At Mudgee races Red Velvet failed to reach reserve at auction. top bid was 30 pounds. Victorian jockey Tom M’Grath reportedly rode 1700 career winners. 14 wins before he began racing. Snowflake reportedly cleared 7 ft 458 inches at Kyneton show, an Australian record. Forbes horse Apalla started favorite in second Kensington division Encourage Stakes but finished second to Royal Flora Speculate also ran.

Tom M’grath Apalla Kensington Royal Flora Speculate

Death of Hon. W. A. Long noted horse owner in Sydney

The former well known horse owner, the Hon. W. A. Long, died in Sydney on Tuesday at age 76. He owned and raced horses Hopscotch Crossfire Patroness and the unbeaten Grand Flaneur. The Orange Jockey Club advertises the School of Art and Band races to be held Saturday December 11 with £70 prize money across five events. Nominations close Wednesday December 8 at 9 p.m. with secretary Mr W. J. J. Nancarrow. Freight rebates apply for horses traveling up to 100 miles by rail.

W. A. Long Sydney Crossfire Patroness Orange Jockey Club School of Arte W. J. J. Nancarrow Alderman Bates Swan Alderman Miller Ua & Gas Alderman Reymond Fielding BnTiGmegate M’ Donnell Alderman Patterson Alderman Lee Patterson Bates

Tistorie Forbes Tailoring On Premises Personal Supervision

A note promotes tailoring by Buckland at his own premises with personal supervision assuring detailed attention. It mentions Base at this office and local agents and pricing per copy as of 1/ past 1/1. The text emphasizes quality and direct oversight by Buckland.

Buckland

Wool and Animal Product Markets Reported By John Bridge Co

Commercial News from November 27 1915 notes favorable wool markets especially for broad haired wools with 2066 bales sold at 12d to 184d per lb average 149d. Sheep and cattle show eased or varied values with store pigs and bacon pigs facing declines while rabbit skins improve and fur prices mixed. Kangaroo wallaby and wallaroo skins hold firm with sale prices for larger skins strong and tallow prices rising in London aided by higher ports. Hides show initial decline then better competition and improved prices, while sheepskins remain firmer with crossbreds reaching 82d per lb.

John Bridge & Co., Ltd Wallaby London Webt Weichts

Historic Forbes Grand District Ad On Sale

Thorough 80 page illustrated advertisement promoting Forbes and its grand district. On sale at this office and through all Forbes agents.

Forbes

Rifle Club Baldock Trophy Second Section Shoot

The second shoot of the Rifle Club Wednesday Section took place on the first day of the month. Two stages of eight shots were fired at 500 yards with results listed for competitors.

Aldermen and Gas Report Sparks City Council Bombshell

A new gas manager’s report to the Municipal Council of Juesday reveals gas waste and widespread faults. He cites 23 tons 4 cwt of coal carbonised for 407,300 cubic feet, defective gas from air intrusion, and meter issues. Proposes photometer, pressure recorder, and maintenance staff. Council debates management, inspections, and funding, delaying actions pending expert advice.

J. A. Fielding Nie Tenewine

Blayney Alderman Resigns Over Smoking Motion

A Blayney alderman resigns after a council vote allows smoking at meetings. The motion passed, prompting the resignation as the board weighs conduct and member acceptance.

Blayney

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