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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1921
Page
7
A grateful note expresses thanks to Dr Delohery and the Matron and nursing staff of Forbes Hospital for their kind careful treatment during the writer's lengthy inmate stay. It mentions a farm work position desire and an auction notice from Pearce and Williams in Parkes dated January 25 1922.
Mr W E Luthie buys the Picture Framing Plant and stock from Ow Stone and offers mounting and framing of pictures at reasonable rates at Rankin Street.
Tenders close January 7 1022 for labor only sinking a ghast 5 by 2 feet about 100 feet deep at property three miles north of Forbes. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Plans and details from G. H. Newnham c/o Edwards Quarry Hill Forbes.
A river fishing rise is noted following recent rains with several fair catches reported around town. Anglers hope the sport continues to improve in the coming days.
The report notes a cautious stock market upturn with modest gains seen by Carson Ltd and at homebush sales. Analysts ask if this signals the start of improved times for investors and stockowners as prices firm from prior lows.
Evening events listed with times include 11.30 pm Forbes H.C. 7 and 8 am Children 10 am Hc. 1 am Evensong 7.90 pm Hed Kerabong 2.50 pm Grove Hill 4d pm.
Warning note about a missing item describes a black dress suit located between Forbes and Town with a reward offered for its return. No further details on finder or contact information provided.
Impounded on December 20 a bay gelding with a star near hind foot white yearling features branded GE over dot near thigh. If not released the animal will be 18 on January 6 1822. J Hampton Poundkeeper.
A Forbes agent wired from Sydney to Mr J. v. Keane of Farmers & Oragiers' Grain Insurance and Agency Co Ltd advising farmers that one penny per bushel will not be charged on wheat placed in silos. The effect is that wheat stored in silos incurs no dockage charge.
Stock owners and land occupiers within the Forbes Pastures Protection District must file a stock return on a prescribed form with the Secretary of the Forbes Pastures Protection Board by January 20 1922. Penalty for neglect £20. Forms available at any Petty Sessions Office or Police Station or from T Lozell Secretary Forbes.
Forbes people travelled to Parkes for the Boxing Day sports of the Parkes People's Band at the show ground but rain caused postponement to New Year’s Day. About 22 Forbes Town Band members joined Sandegren to assist, performing tunes from various village points, earning praise despite many juniors in the Forbes Band. A banquet in the evening thanked the visiting bandsmen for the trip.
The article recounts motorcycling trips around Forbes and Bathurst with riders Chas Curry Fred Peters Coles A C Brow and Hawke. It notes engine trouble wet roads and high gearing on hills with mixed fortunes on the return journeys. Roads around Boat Harbour Orange Abercrombie Turon and Oller shires are praised but many areas remain poor.
Strand Theatre shows Connie Talons in a comedic drama tonight. Universal screens Priscilla Dean in The Exquisite Thief. Tomorrow Paramount features Marion Davies in Buried Treasure with full supporting acts including Fatty Arbuckle in The Sheriff. Next week First National presents Jim the Penman and Buck Jones in Straight From the Shoulder.
Donations to the Forbes Hospital wheat drive include A. E. Jones 1 bag, F. Milan 2 bags, Mrs Amor 1 bag, and Lee 1 bag. Additional entries show Bissett 10 bags and others contributing as the appeal continues to seek more flour for patient care.
Week start weather delayed play but Wednesday saw W Brinson and Beckett defeat Flannery and W Johnson 26 to 14 in the A and B doubles. Club hopes for a home match and a watch with Orange on January 11 in the Western District Shinid competition.
Preliminary notices from Mr J Keane an etioneer Forbes list two upcoming auctions. On January 14 he will sell Mr Toss Field's suburban home and land dairy barn and sundry items. On January 18 he will sell a rock forming plant with furniture on account of Mr HH Brookman of Gunninbland. Further details to follow.
George Sterling promotes boxing events in Forbes to raise funds for the local hospital. Each show includes exhibitions and entertainment, with proceeds supporting hospital needs. Previous events have boosted community support, sustaining the effort for ongoing charity boxing.
A vivid account describes motor cycling from Sunny Corner to Portland over rough roads with a slow ascent via the Gap at Watsons Bay. The rider endures jettisoned cargo, a swift pace despite obstacles, and a remarkable finale: no bottles broken after a long trek.
Messrs Jackson Thomson Co plan a Model 61 lorry demonstration starting January 4 from Sydney with three ¼ ton lorries and a 2 ton trailer loaded with 11 tons of benzine for Molong Parkes Forbes reaching Forbes January 7 at 5 p.m. Rail freight would be 87 pounds, lorry charge 60 pounds. Return load demands wool or produce and a low freight rating.
Local Forbes residents including Mr B A Morrison, Mr Fraser, Mr Harkett, and Mr M Milne spent the holidays back in Forbes. Families traveled from Sydney and Harden, some by motor cycles and sidecars, for festive gatherings. Miller Milne missed a rehearsal for The Quaker Girl, assigning his role to Mrs White.
Mrs Gwendoline Clothier wife of Mr Robert Clothier of Calarla died in Forbes Hospital on Monday morning at age forty following the birth of her infant about three weeks earlier Pneumonia caused death Survived by two older children aged seven and nine Funeral held Monday at the Church of Bigland and burial in the local cemetery with the minister Curr at the graveside.
William Cannon aged 24 son of Mr and Mrs Join Cannon of Forbes died at his parents home in Bunbalong after struggles with rheumatic fever and a heart condition. He assisted during recent bush fires despite warnings and paid the penalty. The funeral was in Forbes with interment at the Roman Catholic cemetery after a graveside service by Rev Father Sexton.
An ad copy touts Austen & Pratley grey molabaac outfits with a modern cut. It highlights patch pockets belt loops and a permanent turn-up bottom priced at five shillings.
At Gables Sydney the Grand Naval Committee failed to agree on submarine limits with France insisting on 90,000 tons of submarines while accepting 170,000 tons in capital ships. Britain and others warn any delay risks a growing defensive navy as talks move to possible limits on submarines and a 20,000 ton class.
Mike Fovana faces Toby Skua wer in a 20 round bout at Forbes town hall tomorrow for a £50 purse. The event is part of a charity program with training exhibitions, songs, and acrobatics in aid of Forbes Hospital. ticket prices include 6d 4s and 5s, with ringside seats at 10s. Referee is Geo Dunn of Orange. timekeeper Alf Boyne of Forbes.
Forbes cricketers prepare to travel by Peak Hill on Monday to contest the Trundle Cup. Team members will be named and posted at Gunn's and Hill's billiard rooms.
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