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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1916
Page
4
A partial report notes the first load of wheat from Mr Wi Green’s property at Wowingensane arriving by train at Forbes railway station on Tuesday. The item highlights the origin and arrival of the wheat shipment.
Public notices declare December 2h Saturday and the following New Year’s Day as public holidays. The proclamation also lists authorities and local officials responsible for observance. The text emphasizes official status and dates for government and business alignment.
Railway department announces cheap excursion trains to Sydney during Christmas holidays. Full details and departure times available from all station masters.
Disjointed notice announces the Advocate will not publish on Tuesday December 24 and Friday December 28. After Friday December 22 no Advocate issues until Tuesday January 2. Request subscribers and country correspondents to reply.
Informywn that the British Government has devised to purchase the on wold balances of the Austrasian wool wip at the price agreed to by the recent wool vanterwaee. The payment is expected to be prompt, with no further delays anticipated.
A recruiting notice announces a Wednesday evening gathering at 5 with the aim to support the new veruiting campaign. It urges participants to attend and cooperate, led by Lieut. T. Taylor, recruiting sergeant, to bolster the movement.
The report notes an advance of 4 9 per bushel fob to farmers amid Prime Minister Hughes era as Australia faces wheat supply targets. It cites a Commonwealth yield projection around 115 million bushels with possible losses from excessive rains and dockage.
The record details Folin Lomsnate claiming unpaid wages from Kemp at Farber Court U8. It notes employment May to October, part payment issues, camping on property, and work for multiple clients including Mrs Hemp and Charles P Nyrne, with a dispute over weekly rate and earnings.
The passage lists numerous individuals linked to households and local activities, mentioning Mr Barr, Mrs Harrison, and Mrs Goldnpink among others. It references letters from France, a mounted unit, and items like jewelry and private belongings, hinting at social and military connections within a wartime community.
A garbled telegraphic summary from Sydney and Western Australia covers parliamentary sessions, proposed bills, and government actions. Notable mentions include a National Government, the Lawn Bill, Appropriation Bill, and defense discussions. The text references the West Australian banks, Swan River, and various ministers, with references to Labor activities and public safety measures amid unclear context and numerous OCR errors.
A fragmented report from a livestock sale at Weaver Cyn near Worbes lists Jersey heifers and cows with various prices and weights. The crowd noted strong demand for dairy stock, selling at top prices, while some lots failed to meet expectations and firm bids persisted into late hours.
Vivid notes from Tozer’s orchard detailing apples and peaches for a fundraiser at St John’s College. Local winners include Rutherford and Waddell with a pageant of photographs and musical acts. Weather forecasts temper a busy schedule of markets, parades, and public meetings as residents rally support and celebrate community achievements.
A 1874 tale recalls Tom Bovey’s river crossing to save a homestead during a flood near Wangan and the O’Meally family saga. The narrative follows the daring water effort, the rescue of cattle, and the community’s memory of the event and participants.
A reader letter debates the hogs and a petty issue, questions the knowledge of participants, and ponders consequences of the alleged scandal. The missive mocks the writer and urges silence while defending a controversial collar and alleged collusion.
The Rick Trophy bowls schedule shows Wednesday rounds in progress with a semi final looming. Matches feature Nelson, Fowler, Hanney, Flannery, Donaghey, Buckland and others with scores and forfeits noted as recap moves toward the Saturday final.
Read fused dispatches show Briney and Fellay arguing over peace terms as Germany seeks isolation and Belgium’s fate. Washington debates if talks can proceed, while Athens reports casualties and a shifting Allied stance. A global tension mosaic frames evolving diplomacy and unsettled futures.
Royal mail notes indicate soldiers in Heypi and eis Where will receive letters by Forbes two days before a week quilt. December entries list via America carrying letters for England and the West Front. Bouond December 27, Serta Junevsey 17.
Informed by Dr Owen, on 7/4, soldiers should forward wound information including soldier number, name, company, and battalion. He handles inquiries from Hed Pram Information Bureau at PHC street, avenue, regarding the nature of wounds and medical details for each case.
A garbled notice lists sales and events including hats shirts and toys for sale. Mentions entertainment aims with a claims of value and a show at Coca AY Potbor Showstag Court. Also notes billiard room removal and permissions granted to several names.
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