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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1920
Page
2
Fragmented OCR describes a legal notice involving trustees and named individuals, with references to funds and reserves. It mentions a traveling agent and a public posting at Templar Street. The tone mirrors early 20th century legal notices about financial arrangements and property actions. The readable items include names like Moloney and Robinson and a monetary amount of 41 900 000, though many lines are garbled.
Professor Sauer of Musics will render Wagner Grand Fantasy, presented by Mrs. L. Peacock and Ruth Bray with Mr. W. C. Geddes and others. Coline Young and rare artists perform with Soloints presentation of Cup to Winnie Band. Admission price two pence at Grimted's. CF Shirvington announces event.
A report describes a drainage or water pollution scare near Teh bore mir, involving Mr. Jacob ansan'n residence. Authorities intervened after a suspecious disturbance, with a creature described as a KEOWHOME ensnared and removed. The event prompted immediate response and an on-site investigation.
A report from Wigallow Noldera in Queensland notes a long line of cattle moving toward New South Wales. Seller Warren Her Aji cites a large herd, with estimates hovering near twenty thousand head, crossing the Macquarie road toward the border. Market observers expect steady shipments to continue to the state yards.
In cloudy weather a local Christmas event at the Bygleny rectors’ garden drew community members despite gusty conditions. Children received some care, and the turnout included several families. organizers anticipated a late wind shift to conclude the outdoor program.
A garbled report mentions band activity, parent notices, and a public nuisance claim. It discusses an offence under an order, potential fines, and the need for public supervision. The text notes bands playing publicly without restriction, with references to fuel expenses and parental involvement.
For sale notice appears with partial details indicating a property item or itemized sale. It mentions Wombat Street South Farbes and a contact or initials JH. The readable fragment suggests a sale action pending at a local address with unclear item description.
Obscure notice notes a sale and levee concerns with unclear names and places. The fragment mentions Advocare and a possible public action affecting a local site, but details are unreadable.
Wanted to purchase a cottage with terms by letter only. Respond with full particulars on price and other details to the Hullender Advocate office.
A note of gratitude expresses appreciation for the kind thoughts, flowers, cards, and expressions of sympathy shown after a loved one’s passing. The family acknowledges the care received at the hospital and thanks the staff and friends who offered support during this difficult time.
The Porbes Advocate reports a sad event at Perches Wnapital where Eine M Kay aged 15 months died after a fall from a bridge. Parents express deep sympathy as mourners plan a Church of England ceremony this afternoon.
A local correspondence recalls a bicycle theft detected by Constable Chamberlain, with details of the arrest scene in an old Wimbee yard near Shankin Street. The writer questions community honesty and urges trust in local vigilance and authorities amid the case.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled place names and names. readable entities include HarHOR At AL IrVinn and Kalunted among other unclear terms, with no coherent event or dates to establish a clear news item or outcome.
A local hospital faces scrutiny over staffing levels and patient care amid calls for improved funding. Officials describe ongoing efforts to balance safety, budget constraints, and community needs while outlining plans to address nurse shortages and service gaps.
Fire destroyed a wheat crop at Lodgeen land during a May to June period. Only a small section survived, with 31 crates lost to the blaze. Kanth received Standard Fire and Morlie Inpubranes Co aid through local agents Manns Fi Huth & Loire. Forbes inspector checked the damage yesterday.
A garbled OCR passage lists diverse items from poetry and football to weddings and charity ads. It mentions readers’ reaction, a weather note, and a vague printing process with scattered names and phrases, yielding a fragmented, unreadable summary.
Fragments report issues with perishables and parcel delivery to parents in Sydney and Aw area, noting delays from 250M to 25th December and from hotel to Dunnary. Mentions possible service problems at Forties and other country post offices amid uncertain routing and handling.
A sensational production titled Forbidden Trails opens tomorrow at the Blewant Theatre. Promoted as a daring ride of peril and intrigue, the show features performers including Joni and others, with a murder theme and a linked plot of wealth and betrayal. The arrival of international star signaling a strong lineup.
A report details barbarous cruelty to a dog during rough days near Hew town. The dog endured severe beating and ground till death while a German observer notes no worse violence in the advance. A poor manard householder suffered, and a Norwich dove dove is mentioned in a violent context.
A garbled 19th century style note reports on road work toward Goolagong Siding with references to Eugowrd Allway Lineam and a commission of 419. It describes foundation work, payments, and long-term construction goals tied to county funds and shire contributions, amid ambiguous figures and dated terms.
Turbulent telegraph dispatch details a fire at Syilung and Tuentay, dockside ship matters, the Legislative Council adjournment move, and water supply debates. It notes voter counts, shipping schedules, and ongoing regional figures including Kalgoorlie tallies and postal vote totals. The report mentions government inquiries, referendums, and a dramatic death at sea with a recovered body.
A garbled ad page fragment mentions products at Austen and Walton’s, Urutley’s Men’s Wear, and related shops. It alludes to underwear claims, a Fallop reference, and a generic sale with dubious figures. Names and places are incomplete but imply a retail circular from a late era.
A convoluted victorian style recounts a garden fete hosted by the convent and chaired by Alderman Facey in Forbes. Maggie Shanahan won the Queen competition with Dorothy M'Mabo as runner up amid civic praise and a long list of prizes and thanks to organizers and workers for a successful fundraising event.
The article recounts a murky odds laden account of Thoroughbred racing heritage featuring notable names like Trout and Rydal Mount. It references Darby and English classics with mentions of the Engle Derby and the Leger, noting handlers and riders such as B. Bartle and the Bransmeade linkage to Bloodstock lines.
A race win confusion follows a December Nursery Handicap at a racetrack. A punter places on No 25 Emilina, causing a sequence of mistaken ticket allocations and a payout mix up. The teller, tickets misread, leads to disputes and a final, costly set of incorrect winnings.
A fragmented page notes wheat prices and farm activity with references to tenders for Candobo Marele construction and yarded cattle and lamb figures. It mentions a social event gone awry, old residents, and local business promotions by Western Mest Co. with emphasis on value and affordable clothing and boot displays.
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