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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1920
Page
2
Today in police court, Hubert Hawkes faced charges amid a string of unusual incidents. Proceedings spanned several dates in December and early January, with the district noting public holiday adjustments and upcoming sessions as authorities prepare for ongoing cases.
The chamber of commerce monthly gathering planned for tomorrow is postponed due to weather. Several attendees were listed for discussions and firm changes noted in the program including Measry 1 and Manson & Co with new arrangements for the upcoming year.
The readable text mentions irrigation concepts and a California study by a Mr. Vaplel, with references to a property and its wartime mitigations. Names and places are unclear due to damaged OCR, but imply a discussion of irrigation methods and property ownership tied to Massie Conumngham & Bulter.
Community groups and citizens applaud Forbes School for reviving its intermidate program and elevating educational facilities. Leaders from the Chamber of Commerce and City Council thank supporters and acknowledge progress across public and private efforts.
A returning service member expresses a clear desire to find farm work or related employment. The note references TVS, Box WW, Forbes as possible contact points or identifiers for outreach.
Fragmentary church notice appears with personal names J T Woods and Bugowra, dated December. The readable portion records a Methodist church item and two individuals, with small monetary or time notations.
Government announces resumption of Crown land at YARRARGONG for a public school. The land is resumed under the Public Works Act for the public purpose, with Crown ownership described and vested in the Minister of Public Instruction. Dated November twenty six, nineteen twenty five. His Excellency the Governor signs the document.
Land description lists a 2 acre parcel in Warrangong parish Warragons County NSW. Located on the southern side of the Ulvie road from Condobolin to Far Bee, the boundary runs east then north and west to the starting point. Document appears from the Department of Lands Sydney noting survey bearings and closures.
A fragmented Allied League report shows Fundy at 41.09 million pounds in funding, with expenses reversed and high fiscal stakes noted. The piece mentions Towest Ex expense rate and reversals, highlighting financial strain and policy shifts affecting ALP and SOCIETY groups.
Fragmentary memorial note dated November 131 recounts the death of Arthur Reun en Schott at age 45. The bereaved spouse Haye expresses sorrow, memory, and enduring tears, mentioning children Brin Tholman Lalla Vera fforhert and Ronald. The text resembles a personal obituary fragment with nostalgic, poetic lines.
Special notice to members announces a forthcoming meeting and event details. The message references collective members, a venue and date, and calls for attendance and participation in society activities.
The Grenfell based Forbes Advocate notes the next meeting of the Weddin Shire Council will be held on December 26th Christmas Day. The notice emphasizes the council’s planned gathering and schedules.
A fragment describes a dog found with a spot and carrying a bag of something near Mr. Keane's kitchen. The handwriting is garbled and names are uncertain, but it suggests a domestic mishap involving a dog on a Friday night.
A partial OCR fragment notes a meeting with attendees including HopiN, Anaya, Mushy, Wo Thomar, Menite, P Crippe and others from Western Moat Co. The garbled text references an accepted tender and related contact.
A fragmented note recalls apricots grown by Mr th J howberit of tnmafall. Min Ale rot describes the fruit as notably the best, with praise for the TateGe fruit and a claim that Mr. Shyvhaed confirmed harvests and pruning. The account mentions a Lach river Yaulien in the district.
An lively review cheers Anita Sewart in a Kentucky performance featuring dramatic horse riding and daring leaps. The piece extols the scenic Kenwickys set, the Booth Farm backdrop, and the thrilling stunts from start to finish.
A sensational early film review extols a strong racing picture from Speckers William Fox. It lauds dramatic action, vivid sequences, and a river chase, predicting high audience appeal and urging readers to see the production at New York venues and nearby theatres.
At a council gathering on Friday evening Alderman Austen and others argued over raising the gas rate. The mayor stated the increase would affect the works, while Mr Mitts sought formal approval and publication of details in the press. The motion to raise the price to 125 was carried after debate on procedural steps.
In a November to January period the district hospitals faced disruption as staff walked out seeking better pay. Notable events included pauses in surgery, warnings to patients, and calls for government action. The town mourned the loss of several community figures while civic leaders urged calm and resolution.
The obituary reports the death of J. A. White a resident of Moyita and Moy Itar, with funeral arrangements and burial details. Remains were taken to St Lawrence’s Chapel and the Catholic cemetery. Father Poaetey conducted the funeral service.
A civic session records aldermen discussions on city finances, rates, and public works. Items include water and lighting accounts, police and sanitation topics, street repairs, land allotments on Sherif Street, and tender decisions. Mayor and committees debated depots, gutter works, and safety yard plans while noting pending inquiries and future meetings.
Reading of the Forbes council debate reveals a contested land dispute over housing land allotments and the handling of applications at the Carmarvon county measures. Voters including Gow and Stewart appear, with details on depot grants, conversions, and extensions. The town clerk’s report notes loan prospects and delays in Commonwealth funding, prompting thanks to Mr Mills for his Sydney visit.
In a Fores Licensing Court session on 18/11 to 28/., Deputy Licensing Magistrate Ws Gy Downg transfers the Armueley of the Globe Live from Ay 'Lance to K. UM Won Bragtyd. The notice mentions stores and a dispute about undergarments and a remedy involving Cilou Underwear with prices from 18/14 to 21/6.
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