Fore[s] Caledonian Society Dar ling Competitions New Year
A reminder of the darling competitions under the auspices of the Fores Caledonian Society to be held in Forbes town hall on New Year’s Day commencing at ? o'clock in the afternoon. The same night a grand Scottish concert will be here with performers including Ad Cree Miss Leannie Cree and Mr Bartleman.
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Fores Caledonian Society
Forbes Town Hall
Ad Cree
Leannie Cree
Bartleman
Curse the ILW Way Trial at Central Fellow Court
James Wilson, 28, was tried at Central Fellow Court, Sydney, for the April murder of George Puppageorel. Detective Leary testified Witton confessed planning an oils heist and £200 theft. Wilton claimed he joined the I Way and was made criminal. judge committed him for trial.
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Central Fellow Court
Sydney
James Wilson
Ceorge Puppageorel
Leary
Witton
Eaid
Wilton
Iany
Othere Borides
Irial
XMAS PRESENTS AT FORBES JEWELLER OF FORTUNE
E Wayne Forbes leading jeweller prepares for the Xmas trade and invites inspection of a vast stock valued over £200. Gold trenchers, ROY wristlets, gem set rings, diamond pieces, silverware, and ladies items are offered at low prices. Address A El Boyne The Jeweller, The House for Genuine Jewellery Values, Larthon Street Forbes, established 24 years.
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E. Wayne
Forbes
Roy
Lemter
Cenia
Inglie
Pangea
Brooehos
Nandrede
EL Boyne
Larhlon-strett
Bowls results and upcoming rounds at Rice trawl event
Wednesday section matches produced close scores with Kevin Haney defeating Baldock 15 10 in a semi final and Kevin advancing to the final after beating Muller in another round. The competition proceeds with boxing morning rounds and Wednesday evenings, with entries and friendly notices published and cards on view at Cochrane and Rankin streets.
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Kevin
Haney
Haldock
Fowler
V. Baldock
L. & Coe
Sydney telegraph reports a new war loan and pay hikes
Latest telegraphic from Sydney notes Wade sailing for America and possible appointment as Agent General in England next April. A Commonwealth war loan of 18 million pounds at 4 1 2 percent is expected next week. Leather price hikes trigger a 25 percent rise in boot and shoemaker costs. Mollie Trades and Labor Council backs Sydney Council to press for a Royal Commission into LWW members. Mr McKinnon revises state recruiting and public speakers asked to limit criticism before the expiry of parliament. Mr Haynes, MLA, intends to resign on the expiration date but now plans to retain his seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Wade
America
England
Mollie Trades and Labor Council
Sydney Council
LWW
M'Kinnon
Hotrusting
Haynes
Amazing World War I Picture At Brook's Palace
A screening of a Gaumont documentary by Lieutenant Melcor says the film shows British troops on the Somme in dangerous trench actions. It depicts shell bursts, a camera placed in a shell hole, and a dugout stay while shells fall. Proceeds go to tickets of 2s, 1s, and 6d with seats reserved at a nearby shop.
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HH Brook
Picture Palace
Lyceum Theatr
Sydney
Melc
Tie
Malina
Hhe Hrundle
Beaumont Hamel
Senten
Hritikh
Taal Ite
Tamera
Eoelenant Moline
Holienxol- Jeran
F_ U
Brook
Cirmheled
Forbes Post Office Holiday Arrangements
The Forbes post office tolls holiday openings during November and New Year. On Monday 2hth December the office will open for half an hour after sorting inward mail. Boxing Day Tuesday 26 December post and telegraph offices open from morning to late morning. New Year’s Day opening from morning until noon with limited service.
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Forbes Post
Post and Telegraph Office
Best of Our New Season’s Surtings Ends Soon
The tweed market tightens as work rises and prices must advance. Order now to save money on toys at Cochrane’s offering a wide range for children who know nothing but toys. Buckland requests ender from OC 0.
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Buckland
Forbes News Roundup Touches War, Church, and Local Figures
Personal notes include Miss Doll Barry visiting Forbes and Jim McColl’s sprint record. Private J J Sloane returns to Sydney from overseas and Private Norman Laneyrie writes from France. OBITUARY Mrs Mulrooney of Orange dies at 95, Rev T M’Vittle promoted to Chaplain Captain departs for front. A double Sisters of Mercy ceremony at Joseph’s Mount marks new choir and blessing.
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Doll Barry
Metropolitan
Forbow
Bst
Forbes
Jim M‘coll
Allan Morgan
Forbes Pony Racing
Chile
J. A. Sloane
Defence Department
J. J. Sloane
Australia
Sydney
Mulrocany
Orange
William Reinond
Nellow
Norman Laneyrie
A. Laneyrie
Kurowin
Norman
France
T M'Vittle
Rozelle
Ittle
Sydney Fresbytery War Stationed At Forbs
Mir Ivor Wes
Bowler and
Kerr
Ted Fitzgerald
Gallipoli
Ae Leow
Fitzgerald
Mourke
Father Barron
Barron
Fev
M'Gee
Mary Canine O'Mahoney
Imland
Order of the Sisters of Mercy
Turner
F. Underwood
M. Delaney
M. Doyle
J. Mmahon
Mid M'Mahon
J. Doggett
Hennessy
Obituary: Mrs Brid get M'Manu a of Orange
The death occurred of Mrs Brid get M'Manu a relief of the late John M Manus of Orange at the residence of her daughter Mrs J Davin Neeul Gil on Wednesday afternoon. She died suddenly after a period of ill health, and medical aid was futile. She leaves three daughters Mrs J Davis Mrs T Goodlet Bumbal dry and Mrs R M'Keown of Orange and two sons Mr George M'Manus of Sydney and Private Jack M'Manus. Funeral held today at 11 am with Father M'Gte officiating.
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Bridget M'Manua
John M Manus
Orange
J. Davin
R, M'Keown
George M'Munus
Sydney
Jack M’manus
Father M'‘Gte
Convent Successes in National Business College Exams
Results show elementary book-keeping marks for several students at the National Business College Sydney, including Vilas K. Keley 90 and R. Kelly 95. Others listed with varying scores, plus a long catalog of Christmas gifts and silverware from Hansard's, detailing ladies purses chains leather goods and silver frames in a festive display.
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National Business College
Sydney
Vilas K. Kely
Soldiers Letters From The Desert To October Twenty
Corporal J O Brownhill writes from The Desert describing a rest in the village of Bort Bald during October. He notes the town’s rough mix of locals and foreigners, the high prices for provisions, and the welcome refreshment canteen run by Mrs Christie Holm with Australian helpers. He praises the warm weather and the rare comforts of home, including tea and baked goods, amid camp life.
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J. O. Brownhill
The
Bort Bald
Thas
Contu
Wade
Hove
Forbes Boys Lieutenant Elliott Reports Ready for Fray
A Chelsea England letter to Mr Lozell of Forbes lists the Forbes boat crew ready for a possible action. It names Corporal Collita, F Allison, P Jones, J Anderson, A Anderson, W J Will, W Hunt, J Irwin, with Tandon as a key attraction. The writer, Albeyn C Eliott, says officers Collite and Arthur Allison have left ahead, praises both, and expects the company to depart on November 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albeyn C. Eliott
Chelsea
England
YY. Lozell
Forbes
Saya
Heny
Alent
al Een
Anderson
Collite
Private Reed Writes Home From France Front
Private Tt. E. Reed reports from Hardcott camp writing to his mother about papers, travel plans, and anticipated front line service in November. He notes Arthur Alden and BU Colit went to France, mentions Christmas in Tendon now unlikely, and sends best wishes to Charlestown. A second note to his father contains verses about duty, front lines, and homesickness as British troops mobilize. Foreword advertising for Books and Fancy Goods at Forbes, Cochran's, Rankin Street appears as a market blurb.
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Cnlario
E. Reed
Hardcott
Alliaon
Anderson
Arthur Alden
BU Colit
France
Treneles
British liquor control and war updates from Sydney
The British government resumes control of all Irish distillery products for munition use affecting retail supply. Prohibition questions loom with possible drastic liquor limits. A Zurich dispatch reports Zeppelins killed over 2000 in Bucharest. General Castlewan named Chief of Staff in North France. French cruiser Jane Menias collided with an Italian steamer. 15 perished and 115 rescued. Greek troops face Allied blockade rationing. Police ban a socialist peace meeting at Talpiig where German deputies planned to speak.
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Sydney
Zurich
Bucharest
Castlewan
Stam
France
Janest Menias
Talpiig
Prime Minister Voices War Resolve In Historic Commons Speech
The House of Commons rose to hear a stern reply to the German note as the Prime Minister warned of a colossal war’s burden and destiny. He cited Lincoln and urged unity, stressing terms of peace, restitution, and shared Allied resolve amid Europe’s bloodshed.
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Sydney
Hose of Commons
Legien
Liond George
Lethouse
Reichstag
United States
France
Russia
Abraham Lincoln
Germany
Europe
Allin
Asialth Fas
Tals
Cher
Bel
Unbroken Army Unity Amid Election Cheers
The crowd cheers as speakers promise continued unity and loyalty to the government effort, asserting that steadfast faith and collective action are preferable to division while awaiting official guarantees. The scene emphasizes resolve and collective resolve.
Steamcora leaves Sydney and other ports in winter convoy
Steamcora departs Sydney carrying letters for England and the West Front. The voyage lists call at Mooltun on December 24, Salsette on January 6, Kashgar on January 20, Sonoma on December 27, and Sierra on January 17, indicating a routed post and transport schedule through multiple ports and dates.
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Steamcora
Sydney
Mooltun
Salsette
Kashgar
America
England
West Front
Forbes Stores Open All Day and Pony Races at Richmond
Forbes stores will stay open all day tomorrow and not close for meals. The Richmond pony races Tuesday feature Lady Senaria and the Novice Handicap. A Parkes letter promises a district page update with a new budget. English mail via One Roi reaches Bd Mey on Christmas Day. Salmette mail due December 24. Boxing Day event at Forbes includes a sparrow shooting on the Potter factory flat at 2 sharp. At Forbes Court, James Lowe fined 40 shillings for obscene language. second offence for drunkenness fined 10 shillings. Market reports: cattle yarded 2200, with bullocks to £20 4s, steers £16 1s, cows £14 18s. sheep 2000, ewes £4 0s, wethers £16 9s, lambs £7 0s. old note on Mir A O Villain’s stone crush and Kellance Gold Mining Syndicate leases. An elderly lady fined £20 for stealing two tombs. claimed £4000-£7000 assets. She previously drew old age pension, fined £100 for the offence.
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Forbes
Richmond
Parkes
Oneroi
Bydmey
Salmette
Attr
Forbes Ov
Potter Factory
Forbes Court
C. A. Arnold
James Lowe
Epring-street
Lowe
Messie Winecrombe
Curaonani Eo
Homebaah
Mir A
Creesett
Kellance Gold Mining
Fotal Aid
Melbourne
Squa
Forth
Wil-lnv
Sydney
Sh Wae
Stock Returns for Land and Stock Owners
Land and stock owners must forward a return in the prescribed form on or before the Lith date to the Secretary of the Pastunes Protection Board. A return is required even if an owner holds only one lead of atom. Occupiers of rateable land must also return. A failure may incur a penalty up to £20. Forms obtainable by post or in person at police offices or courts.
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Aly
Pastunes Protection Board
Forbes
T. LO#KELL
Forbes PP. Board
Election for Six Councillors in Jemalong Shire
Notice of nominating period for six council seats in Jemalong Shire riding A B C. Nominations close January 4 with nominations forms available at the Shire Council Chambers Forbes Lachlan Street. Returning Officer T Lozell presiding. date noted December 21 1910 era.
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Shire Council
Lachlan Street
Forbes
T. Lozell
Ofver
Jemalong
Deceimber
Soldier Bill Reid Talk on Marriage in War Tales
A wartime anecdote features Sapper Bill Reid of the Scattalian Wireless Squadron in Slosopotamia. Leicester born, aged 41, widower with four children, he jokes about marriage postwar and refuses to delay his enlistment. The tale follows his banter, march hardships, and humorous views on courtship amid service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Miler
Scattalian
Slosopotamia
Bill Held
Leicester
Will
Bea
Greece
Bill
Australia
Presbyterian Church Services Christmas Schedule
Listed are local church services across Forbes Bedgerebong and surrounding towns. Morning and evening worship times include December 24 and December 25 with several locations and ministers noted. Continuous services occur at Forbes Bedgerebong and Bugowra with morning and evening sessions.
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Presbyterian Church
Pforbes
Bedgerebong
Dev
Forbes
Aim
Bugowra
Kev
Calder, M.A
Tenders invited for clearing 200 acres area
Tender invites issued for Yankee grubbing of a 200 acre allotment with bids due January 20. Hitt and W. Nicholls listed as contact or issuing parties. Wedlone Forbos appears as a location or company name in the notice.
Roan Draught Mare Missing at Wowlngragong Reserve
Four year old Roan Draught mare named Jamet 0G missing from Wowlngragong reserve. £1 reward for information leading to recovery. Apply 8 Goodes Camp Hil.
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Wowlngragong
Jamet
Lost horses reward notice from Tronbridge owner
A reward offer lists several branded and unbranded horses including a yellow bay filly foal, a two year old Milly bay mare, a black mare with a star, a yellow bay gelding with a star, and a bay filly with a star. All except the foal carry BL on near shoulder. Drovers passing through Haroe nove must give notice at Baree nong. By order of THE MANAGER.
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Upeide Town
Fom
Milly
Jost
Tronbridge
Forbes
Ouries
Haroenove
Bareenong
Federation seed Wicat scales described as good quality
In a brief notice about Federation seed variety Wicat, the text emphasizes good clean quality and even texture. It stresses early application is necessary to achieve results. The fragment references two hundred and something units or a quantity, but precise figures are unclear.
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Federation
Wheat readiness notice for Forbes and nearby ridings
Wheat agents Pearce and Williams aboard for Sheppard Harvey & Co appoint government agents in Sydney announce readiness to receive wheat at Forbes and adjacent ridings. Good reliable men in attendance.
In Memoriam Haynes Children Remembered
Vayles In loving remembrance of Florence Ronald and Robert Haynes departed December 10 1902 December 26 1905 and February 4 1909 their ages four months three years and two years memorial lines express they are not forgotten and memory will linger around their graves signed by Edith Adelaide James William George and Cueimer Haynes
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Vayles
Florence
Ronald
Robert Haynes
Edith
Adelaide Alleon
James
William
George
Cueimer Haynes
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Next Nunter & Phillips
Caledonian Society
ILW
Asbestolite Trophy
Herne
Boen
Cochrane
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Forbes Post Office
Toy
Cochrane's
B. M‘manus
R. Kelly
Willie Young
Bryan Spencer
Erle Nicholle
Willl Ryan
Oo Lyle Doyle
Willie Sweeney
Norman Malcolm
John Bartlay
Jock Field
Frank Canton
Roy Baker
Frank Feltham
Michael Soroyion
i /eno
Hage
Morocco
Daloty Gifts
Man Fer & Phim Pe
Comforts AT
Port Said
R. Ey Reed
Dad
Englan
Toome
Loonie
Engin
Cochran's
Rankin-streat
Day's Gables
Britain
Terme
Garantees
Shire OF
Bill Reid
W. Nicholls
Wedlone
Forbos
Goodes
Camp Hil
Beasley
Overston
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