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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1919
Page
3
District News notes Leo H Bell announces taking over the hotel and pledges public service by selling wines beer and spirits. Bell, the proprietor, promises fair dealings to attract patrons and meet local demands.
A storm drenches Wireofell district with heavy rain cutting transport and crops. Flooding, water scarcity, and drowned children are noted near Warraderry. Local meetings, elections campaigning, and church events are reported alongside community notices and inquest details.
A fragmented OCR item notes city officials addressing liquor seating and public table arrangements at a Regt Liquora venue. The brief hints at a permissive table setup and evening hours, with emphasis on comfort and compliance.
Garagabal Hotel Jock Alsop late of Grenfell seeks funds from the public for needs of the public via telegraphic requests and by requiring away the tenant at Wines Hawr and Spirity Hopes 40 melt tie share of payvan Fr ood hol ajnuer provided to ceo paigsen jee by every train. Jock Alsop, Proprietor.
A damaged OCR note from Eugowra warns of motor garage stock items including petrol engines and gas engines. It mentions fire insurance and coverage options though the readable text is fragmentary and unclear.
The establishment announces it has taken over operations and invites patrons to enjoy old and new meals at Trundle style venues. It promises top quality service and a long-standing commitment to guest satisfaction at the Bogan Gate site.
Fragmented OCR lists agency names and numbers including DulKaly and Co Ltd FW Willhane and Co Ltd Yorkshire Insurance Atlan Anauiranca Cahill Bird with phone-like figures 48 18 37, unclear context. No clear event or outcome.
Fragmented report details drought stress in Tullamore habitat. Farmers struggle to feed sheep as water is scarce. A Sunday storm brought rain but not relief, while broader area politics include ALP advocate J Tully and local police postings. Fire at a Monday dawn blaze caused property loss and evacuations during a wind event.
From our correspondent in Condobolia a hospital benefit was staged on Wednesday to raise funds for Gondoboltin Hospital. Mr W Acendall of Kendall Pictures organized the event, aided by a government grant and local supporters. The gathering applauded the return of a Condobolin resident, and a welcome was extended to Nar Conte and to a sister of Mr Charlo For Houze who has just rejoined Condobolin after a long absence.
The advisory notes a general meeting to elect members of the Mimantiee and officers for the year. A dust storm incited by a wild weather week disrupts the district with smoke and strange air phenomena. A hospital treatment follows for Kruger Moore and a post is created for local matters as Red Cross and Panyto tip Association wind up their institution.
Reported in the Marmners and Gruziers Co-Operative a government supervised operation appointed to procure store and distribute Gand Wheat and Algorih NIE with 40 reraiye wheat under be roy for Porbus and divtzte. A labor accident occurred with sparks over long exposure near Pyrke's yard and Wire Hia, causing a hole and minor injuries while furniture and shop items were moved to safety.
District reports heavy rainfall caused road washouts and damaged fences near Parkes with winds and tides. water supply restored after temporary interruption. Local council approved new water measures and acknowledged relief efforts. Obituaries, military notes, and community movements were recorded, including honours for Lieut. Bari Witty and tributes to Mrs. W. C. O’Brian.
A volatile hearing records multiple arrests in a local assault case. Edward Turner and John Turner are linked to the incident along with a companion, with detailed blame directed at a separate participant. The proceedings mention a bruising attack and suspects facing charges.
Sunday services listed for December 7 include 11 a.m. and 7 20 p m with an early afternoon event at 2 20 p m led by Rev J T Thorburn at the Presbyterian Church. The text notes Marches at 11 a m and evening worship with Rev Thorburn's involvement.
The readable text appears as a damaged OCR fragment likely from a local advertisement or notice, mentioning costs for items and a service delivery to town areas with contact intent, but lacks coherent details or concrete facts.
Fragmentary OCR shows references to a Locat location and a railway station. Mentions James Leon as sole workers agent for a duration and a phone number. Details are incomplete but suggest a public notice or classified item about railway staffing and contact.
Fragmented match report shows Portes and likely opponents ending with a draw. Players listed include Cobley, Tyrell, Tingpin, Woods, and Naylor amid incomplete scores and unclear innings. The result suggests a potential resumption or ongoing context as weather or conditions hindered completion.
In Fortien Small Debts Court a porter named John Held testified about an alleged unpaid wage dispute with Croft of Albion Hotel. The case involved telegrams, employment at Forbes, and questions over authority to contract and pay. The judge reserved verdict with standings on the debt and court costs.
Fragmentary text mentions Marshall brand and quality claim with vague references to numbers and a title. Unable to determine a coherent event, person, or place from the readable material.
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