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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1923
Page
2
Fragmentary notice outlines Crown land blocks in dispute involving Laois Department and Sydney, with references to Goodes and Uno U tt accounts. Details are unreadable. action or authority unclear. Further readable text needed to clarify names, places, dates, and stakes.
A letter from George White, a Forbes native, urges ratepayers to support his candidacy for the town council vacancy. He notes prior travel and promises careful, honest attention to council business while opposing the proposed garbage service for North Camp Hill. Also advertises excursion tickets and handbills for travel between Forbes and intermediate stations.
Local observations praise Forbes for steady growth and a rumored building boom in 1929. Three years show 300 new buildings within the municipality, with rising values and improved housing stock in Nave Hil and Paddington areas, indicating strong urban progress.
The piece features a tale of a young man living with an angelic life, a widowed wife, and a famed harper unable to play. It follows humorous contrasts and a prophecy about fate, with the main performances titled The Glorious Fool and another show at the corner. Both acts are set to be presented tomorrow night as part of a local theatre program.
An unclear report describes a Camagabal car incident with a driver named Ana raultof and a trial set at Forbes Quarter Hemiona. The coroner MY W 7% Gilohrim led the inquiry for Standard Insurance Co with Alfred Augustiog Hoidumany as defendant and Grenanger of Groutell as counsel. Insurance valued at 4950. case involves allegations of driving and property loss with a March due date.
Fragmentary text references a parliamentary district figure Mr Hil Nainkon and Senator Jupp Gardiner, plus Pendlebury and Hutchinson in business and social circles. Mentions Lachlan Templar Streets and Rankins Street, earlier McMahon’s refreshment room, and local hotel ties. Details are unclear but center on late 19th or early 20th century local affairs.
Readable fragments report a 5 mile bike race handicaps list including competitors such as Rowdi-L and Mahim with times noted. Also mentions insect damage concerns urged by agriculture officials, a pest experiment, and a town show club event planned for December with copper room venue, mayor presiding, and prize medals to winner.
To night at Ube Strand Histwren Hall will be a gift evening in connection with the Church of Biel and Xinwa. The programme includes four musical items prepared by Mr J Crughthed.
A ceremonial communion set of fid silver and chosen hair is described as a traveling gift presented by the Maury Guild and dedicated during a recent visit to Byi ney.
At Howebost yesterday trades ran steady with about 23 001 head guided. The fair showed moderate activity in prime and mutton with buyers paying higher for good ewes and weaker for wethers. Calves ranged from 3000 cataloged and prices held. overall quality described as variable with prime cattle holding value while medium and plain grades were harder to sell.
Farmers from Arundle protested at a branch meeting of the Truuble Farmers and Settlers Association held Saturday. They opposed statements by Mr Thorby and demanded action, signaling a tension with government treatment and planning to attend a conference in Dubbo.
The text reads like a garbled 1940s car column with names and places muddled. Bits mention a prototype vehicle, costs, and a local street scene, suggesting a feature on a notable car, its owner, and surrounding chatter, but key facts are obscured.
Fragmented OCR text describes a Bellbird disturbance and mentions mortality and danger from mining disasters in the United States. It also references a Friday night show titled The Flame of Life and a misread program about crime and peril, with disrupted wording and unclear names.
Accoptigament of 3000 ewes for sale by auction at Canowindra on Saturday December nth. The stock has been tricked rigit carougtt from the North War and will appear before sale. A prize of 31/ per Rewd has recently begun inquiry for allx month old sookira wt Homebuen. Obtainment from Wineh combe Carson Ltd Sydney or TG s Murray Co Canowindra. Auction time in command.
An unidentified man fell from a balcony near deraul's Hotel on Templar Street about 1.80 am yesterday morning. He worked at Nankoe ba Hon ANG Wom GileoL, and by the time help arrived he had a suspected fracture and was in poor condition, being transported to the hospital.
A two day programme at the town hall drew mixed crowds on Friday with low attendance, but Saturday packed the house as audiences praised a long awaited show. Performers delivered an entertaining matinee and afternoon session with notable skill, aided by a capable manager.
Last Sunday in the Church of England saw Rev R. E. Lee of Forbus and Canon Willoo with Rev HG L Watson at Barnorat. Watson preached morning on “The Wout to the community of the Church of England to steady meal schools.” Afternoon service featured Bed worubowe sermon. Canon Wilton led the evening service at Al Bourne Cathedral.
A fragmented local notice recalls a mayoral clash with Alderman Armstrong over meeting quorum. The quarrel escalated to public confrontation in the street as the mayor urged Armstrong back into orderly conduct, ending after he spurred him to rejoin the council. Stock closing details follow in nearby columns.
A touring company matinee at Forbes sparked chaos when tickets advertised a free child entry but caused confusion over the policy. Constable Doherty and Birnie intervened, letting children stay to watch, while some parents complained and the crowd dispersed in relief. The episode ends with lingering chatter about a bronze statue for Birnie.
The fete at Markus convent grounds in Saturany draws large nightly crowds with open air concerts and a grand stage. Notable attractions include Mr Hughes the jack shot, prayers and tributes to Rev Fathers Sexton and helpers, and high hopes for bigger crowds as the week continues.
A late Forbes column recounts community events including civic notices, impending by elections, and local personalities. It notes candidates for the municipal byelection, mentions the Reverend and local dignitaries, and records thanks and greetings from residents amid ongoing community activity in Forbes and surrounding districts.
The Sydney Telegram reports growing labor tension as proposed compulsory contributions and union registrations spark debate. Government decisions loom on referendums, workplace controls, and the registration of unions affecting mining, construction, and manufacturing sectors, with ongoing discussions in Melbourne and Queensland.
The report lists players including W. Oren A. Wills J. Branko T. Cripps Gresntres V. Stinson H. Golding HW Wilwin Rath J Percy J Powler and T Broderick. A fundraising event or match called Wheat Ne Grin Kiad Cup is planned with a function at Peak air foyer next Sunday as part of the campus cricket competition.
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