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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1921
Page
2
Abielon Reymond and Hawking T. W. Broderick figure in a local athletics rundown. Names appear in an OCR fragment suggesting event entries or standings at a county meet with other participants.
For further particulars apply this office. Irrigation turns and details available from the office.
Expression of gratitude to helpers who assisted during a recent fire on the property, naming Mr Nell SUMUlan and Mr YHwtiman who arrived from across the river. includes a memory note for Ephet Ky died December 29, 192x, with a family dedication.
In memory of Julia Ann White who departed December 10. Not forgotten, mother dear, with sweet thoughts around our darling mother. Inserted by her son William White and daughter-in-law Tessie White. The contest result will be announced to the Sunday Times on a date to be announced.
Public notice urges donations of fruit poultry and other items to the Graythwatty May Cheer Committee. Residents in the district are asked to communicate with Mrs. Weet Wad Mex Rawkins to contribute. Also a notice states a widow intends to carry on the saddlery business of her late husband with the same manager and competent workers, all work guaranteed.
Unclear auction or payment notice mentions Gillie Brown with terms described as cash prices and special quotes. References to tailways milling varieties and names WK Garnsey Sevr Phonés Ard 269 appear in fragmented form, obscuring concrete actions, dates, or amounts.
Fragmentary OCR shows references to Amy Society and Life Office with figures like 45 000 000 and notes on rates and probate. Details are incomplete, but the fragment hints at a life insurance firm and a probate related mention. No clear event, date, or person is identifiable.
A sparse note from a local sports club outlines trophy events and handicaps. Names and details are unclear, but the text references Forbes, a ring club, and competition among players with unspecified results and pairings.
A fragmentary notice invites locals to assist a Christmas effort run by MIT Stinson at Graythwalty, seeking volunteers and contributors. It mentions farmers, a contact phone, and calls for support to provide fruit, poultry, eggs, and other items for soldiers, with several garbled names and places.
An oddly garbled report describes a wheat load event with a drawing of a horse drawn wagon. The fragment mentions Brer Grontel Way and Larlo Valevn Sidings with a team of horses pulling the load.
A forbest sports event is planned for Monday January 2 at South Forbes with multiple events. The principal sprint is 85 yards, entry closes the Wednesday before. The program includes high jump and hurdle events with spectators asked to be present for the afternoon program.
The Gabudione Co presented Gior F weweon at a Friday show in a devoted venue with velvet stage decor and a standout troupe. The program mixed singing acts with social entertainment and featured delays and cancellations affecting Guscoleno and others, leading to a disappointing audience turnout.
A poorly attended meeting in Condobolin last Thursday night discussed the Wyalong to Condobolin railway proposal. Attendees agreed to back ongoing efforts and consider funding as needed, with no commitment to any specific route or immediate action.
An advice from Sydary dated er thoroughly notes vote counting in the regent ballot for the NSW Senate. It lists ex-Senator Allen Dougall, Occuntor J Grant, and P M McGirt MLC Forbes as likely to gain seats. The local league ballot shows order Moser, McGirt, Hodkin, and Dougeit.
A month’s gifts to Forbert Hospital are acknowledged by Thy patron Nuree M Mawou and Mrs Buttring with lists including Mrs Duncan, Mrs Burtol Irvit, Grimtha Cooperative, Red Cram Boelery, cakes, milk, butter, eggs, and flowers. Names such as Mrs Morris Towers, Mrs Venabirw, Mrs Richmond, Mrs Were, and Mr Munson appear among contributors.
In Indiour Bohioe Court before Mr Heim Harald Hir owns pleaton pleaded guilty to driving a motor lorry without a valid license. Judge Hawking warned and fined the defendant, with one day’s imprisonment in default. The court noted the man failed to pay, and the record reflects confusion in the OCR but confirms a guilty plea and subsequent penalties.
Forbes and nearby communities report on political ambitions, personnel changes, and social happenings. Jim M Gire, tied to state figures, is mentioned as a probable Labor candidate. bank and police officials receive farewells, while local deaths and a murderish accident provide the tragic backdrop for the week.
The Strand Open-air Pictures drew a packed crowd on Saturday night with a varied bill headlined by Patty Arbuckle in Thy Cook and The Stan Who. A wartime themed sequence, humor, and a punchy finale with notable performers kept audiences engaged as Union Theatres Ltd promoted further upcoming acts and special programmes.
In a Friday council session Forbes chose Alderman Austen as mayor for the forthcoming year, with Patterson and Murphy leading the motion. Austen, praised for prior service, pledged to support city needs while managing duties and aims to secure cooperation from aldermen and councilors during his term.
Fragmentary text from a local column references a hotel and a discount but details are unreadable. Mentions Mr WJ Leader of the Boutle Forbes Hotel and a cash discount claim. No clear event date or location is discernible from the legible portion.
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