One Creamy Mare with HN brand found near Dickinson
A cream mare with black mane and tall frame branded HN over 0 marked missing. A reward is offered on an orn tin in Cranegy oper area near Dickinson. Calarie.
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 03, 1925
Page
2
For 12 Months Land Cleared for Cultivation Proposal
A proposal to clear land for 12 months to provide clean land suitable for cultivation. The plan outlines preparation, potential permits, and expected impact on local farming activities. No specific dates, organizations, or figures are provided.
Auction Sale At Arcade On Saturday At 2 30
Mr. J T Woods directs sale at the Arcade on Saturday at 2 30 p m of an oak bedroom suite oak dining room suite kitchen table and chairs incubator churn and a host of other articles
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Woods
Forbes Health Drive Shows Diptheria Fears and Schick Tests
Forbes residents show high health awareness with infectious disease rates down and diphtheria concerns rising. A 12 percent susceptibility rate among tested children prompted life long immunity after Schick testing, urged by Dr Harvey Sutton and Dr Armstrong. Local officials plan another school-wide test with consent forms. Parents are urged to authorize and ensure all children are tested by two Sydney Board of Health doctors.
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Forbes
Forber
United States
Harvey Sutton
Department of Education
Armatrong
Commonwealth
F. W. Cater
Schick
Sydney Board of Health
Prize award in cricket contest draws name by lottery
Shirley Flannery won the prize for guessing the weight of the sheep at the cricket continental event. Three correct guesses were received, and the winner was selected by drawing a name from a hat.
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Shirley Flannery
Forbes A L P Branch Meeting Notice
The Forbes A L P claims strength in the Murrumbidgee electorate and informs members that a branch meeting will be held in the Cornell Chamber at 3 p.m. tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes A.L.P
Murrumbidgee
Thie Igns
Cornell Chamber
Duck Season Opens March First Despite Scarcity
The open duck shooting season begins March 1 not February 1 as mislisted. It matters little since the district has virtually no ducks now and unlikely to have many until winter rains arrive.
Shire Councillors Plan Inspection Tour Postponed
At the last meeting of the Jema jong Shire Council a tour of the three Ridings was discussed and left for decision in the month. The trip, originally set for next Friday, is delayed as most councillors are away, with a later date to be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jemajong
Cricket schedule for Grawlin Colts on Sunday at 10 40 pm
The list shows players J Rose G Bass A Hewlah D Harkett C McKay Jack Sly Joe Sly O Alchin B Alchin J Dempacy J Radburn with emergencies H Bass H Heal Hodge. The event is at Grawlin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grawlin
Colts
J. Rose
G. Bass
A. Hewlah
D. Harkett
C McKay
Jack Sly
Joe Sly
O. Alchin
B. Alchin
J. Dempacy
J. Radburn
H. Bass
H. Heal
Hodge
Bowls Club Seeks A Pennant Hope After Interclub Tie
Local bowlers prepare for this week and face Young next Wednesday in a bid to win the A pennant if they prevail. Four club members are at country week in Sydney and should return in good form, a formidable quartet whose success is watched by fellow members aiming for state-wide recognition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thhey
Sydney
Shoulht
Neat Crockery Ads at Mr. West’s Site
Attractive crockery and porcelain ware with colored reproductions of Forbes Town Hall and Vietort Park will be on view at Mr. P. West’s site. The display also serves as a good advertisement for the town. A future addition will feature a picture of the post office in the series.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. West
Forbes Town Hall
Vietort Park
Prey ‘Went
A Lucky Loser in Strand Search for Lost Purse
A Strand theater patron sought a purse lost during the evening. He claimed it contained over £60 and was admitted to search. Soon he reappeared, visibly pleased, carrying a bulging pigskin packet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Commonwealth
Strand Pictures
Forbes School Accommodation Overtaxed
After holidays Forbes Intermediate High School faced crowded classes due to higher attendance. Students and teachers used two rooms in the nearby Methodist Church, with Sunday School and Kindergarten halls housing lessons while additions to the school may be needed soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Intermediate High
Forbestown Clock Stoppage Linked to Lighting Work
The peat ofce clock stopped this morning as investigations show plumbers were preparing for lighting. It is hoped the council will finalize the lighting arrangements before week’s end.
Municipal council opens Bates Park gate and seat
The council decided months ago to add walks and seating at Bates Park on Dowling Street. A gate was installed at the town end, with a single new seat recently painted red. Residents called the event a joyful moment as the Ginger Meggies climbed the cannon near the gate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bates Park
Dowling Street
Secretary elected at Forbes P A and H Association
Mrs M A Austen won the election for secretary as six candidates contested the ballot. Nineteen members were present at the selection, with twenty attending after a late arrival. The committee size debate hinges on the February 28 annual meeting to decide whether twenty four or thirty members govern future business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes P.A. and H. Association
M.A. Austen
Forbes Town Band Concert in Victoria Park Tonight
The Forbes Town Band will rend popular selections in Victoria Park this evening starting at p.m. The event showcases a lively program in the outdoor venue, inviting local residents to enjoy music under the night sky.
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Forbes
Victoria Park
Excursion to Sydney by cheap train announced
The Railway Department announces a cheap train run to Sydney and intermediate stations in this issue. Handbills with full particulars are now available from station masters.
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Sydney
Wellington Special Horse Sale Adverts 509 Horses
Messrs Robinson and Hilyard of Wellington advertise a special horse sale for Tuesday February 10 with 509 horses yarded including draughts, lorry and wagon horses plus useful working horses hacks and ponies across following days.
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Messrs
Youth Harry Sams Injured in Morning Collision
This morning a youth named Harry Sams rode a horse and collided with a motor car, breaking his leg in two places. He was transported to the hospital and admitted for treatment.
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Harry Sams
Forbes salon to display cotton georgette Crock ore
Mrs Swill representing the whole salon extends her Forbes stay to present new cotton georgette Crock ore. She will show clients on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons at the Albion Hotel.
Hospital Sewerage System Praised by Health Officer
Health officer F W Cater at the Connell meeting praised the hospital sewerage system saying the work has been carried out satisfactorily. The installation ran for nine days and operates perfectly including the upstairs section where issues were feared. The overall improvement is noticeable already.
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F. W. Cater
Connell
Rat and Mouse Plague Signals Grain District Warned
Observations indicate rising rat and mouse populations in the district as wheat wagons unload at mills. Mice are plentiful and residents report nightly hauls from traps. Wheat agents and growers urged to safeguard wheat stacks with precautions.
Cheap quarterly trains to Sydney proposed at council
Alderman Webster proposed a quarterly cheap train to Sydney to help Forben residents afford trips to the city. Existing cheap trains were seen as favoring crowds for a show rather than local access. The matter was referred to the Commissioners, who promised to review the proposal.
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Sydney
Ald. Webster
Forben
Ares
Cheap trains in February offer affordable excursions
Railway Commissioners approve a comprehensive series of cheap excursion trains across New South Wales from February 8 to 19. Single fares apply for return journeys with tickets valid for six weeks on trips over 500 miles. Special services will serve most districts and Sydney for international cricket matches, with desks in railway offices providing details. The same price trains run from Sydney to nearby regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Theeraina
Sydney
Forbes High School staff visits and local notices
Forbes community news notes staff movements and holidays at Forbes High School and local offices. Highlights include Mr. Ferguson returning from Sydney, Mr. Cutler on leave from Trundle, and several staff appointments at Forbes Public School. A death in Cootamundra of Charles Tucker is reported with funeral details. Other items cover travels of residents, a hotel sale, cricket awards to Arthur Willis, and local social news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Ferguson
Forbes High School
Forbes
Sydney
George Cutler
Trundle
George
Orange
McCarney
Land Board Office
F. D. Fraser
Forbes Intermediate High
Miss Hodges
Crom Penrith
Ryan B.A
Katoomba
Roy
Hosken
Couchman
Sttiergarten
C. Austen
Mies Styles
Penrith
Cootamundra
Charles Tucker
Ballarat
Williams
H. H. Prichard
Church of England
Prichard
Forbes Cricket Association
Arthur Willis
L P. B. Reymond
Wille
Willis
Shim
Local Notices From Forbes Holiday and Family News
Miss Julie Cusack is holidaying with Mr and Mrs R Thomas of South Forbes. Sid Catlin sold property on the Orange Road to W J Wright and bought near the river. Alf Baldock leaves for Sydney to attend his sister Misa Bald Jack's wedding to Keith Weaver. Murrumbidgee MLA Martin Flannery returns from a Hillaton trek and plans further travel. Eric Chesher Tom Donn and W Hill start at St Joseph's College, Hunter’s Hill. Dudley Leades to join next Tuesday. Sergeant Arents and family depart Forbes for Armidale then Tumut for vacation. A relieving officer will cover. Allen Vegne heads to Sydney for a Northern Rivers holiday. Cecil Finucane to cover Knapton’s Dispensary and loom tenens duties during the break.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alf. Baldock
Sydney
Misa H. Bald Jack
Keith Weaver
Eric Chesher
Tom Donn
W. Hill
St. Joseph's College
Hunter's HA
Dudley Leades
Twuweaday
BE. J. Leader
Forbes
Arents
Armidale
Tumut
Department
Allen Vegne
Forbes Yesterdy
Northern Rivers
Kmapton
Cecil Finucane
Knapton
Finucane
Hint
Sydney population tops one million by year end
Sydney's population reached over one million on December 31, making the city the third largest in the Southern Hemisphere. The note marks a milestone in urban growth for the metropolis.
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Sydney
Waterside Worker Fined For Tax Return Failure
John Wingate of Wollongong, a waterside worker, was fined £100 for failing to render an income tax return. Reports say several waterside workers there have earned up to £500 per year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wingate
Wollongong
Heroic Sold to Mr Kellow for 16000 Caineas
Heroic was sold yesterday to Mr Kellow for 16000 caineas and will start in the VRC Autumn meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heroic
Kellow
VRC
Gilligan's Men At Odds Over Tustanians Game
Gilligan's men allege offense after a game fashioned with smoke and sand ball honoring them. No apology was sent. The incident reportedly occurred at Harisbene with Tustanians named in the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobart
Tueaday
Gilligan's
Harisbene
Australia’s wealth in seven months revenue rise
Sydney report shows revenue totalled £20,870,260 for seven months, up over £1,000,000 from the previous year. Railway revenue improved by £345,663.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Wheat harvest and prices data from 19th century report
The final wheat harvest is estimated at 66 million bushels. Prices range from 6 shillings 4 pence to 6 shillings 5 pence at rural stations, with potential subsequent increases to 8 shillings. A leading banker values total wealth in wool and wheat for the year at 120 million pounds.
Australian gold boom at Kiwarrick reef new workings
Wingham Turcelay reports new workings at Kiwarrick reef yielding 2008 of gold to the ton and easing great excitement. Over 500 men will be working on the field shortly.
Sirdar's Murder arrests reported at Calra
In Calra on Monday two more arrests were made in connection with the murder of the Birdar. Names are not disclosed. Also advertised are new spring and summer saltings from C. C. Buckland, with note on Forbes Advocats printing services and stationery by Les in Templar Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calra
C. C. Buckland
Forbes
Les
Davin Templar Street
Forbes Advocate
Parkes News in Brief Highlights Local Happenings
Parkes notices list exam qualifiers Masters Mc Kell Ross and Collier for Orange High School entrance. W Freebairn returns to Parkes with Mr and Mrs Percy Taylor of Coogee for a holiday. Pat McDermott, Royal Hotel proprietor, hopes to return from Lewisham Hospital after gastric troubles. Wm Stone, painter, injured in a scaffolding accident with stitches. W J Rochaix takes a month holiday. S Marrs covers duties. Rochaix and wife visit Lismore then Victoria. Rochaix hopes to attend Melbourne fourth Test. Bishop Long officiates at Rev Arthur Weston and Miss Mary Zouche wedding in Willoughby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orange High School
Thomas W. McKell
Neville H. Ross
Parkes
Henry
Collier
Bogan Gate
W. Freebairn
Percy Taylor
Coogee
Pat. McDermott
Royal Hotel
Lewisham Hospital
Wm. Marrs
Rochaix
Lismore
Victoria
Melbourne
Bishop Long
Arthur E. Weston
St. George's Church
St. Stephen's Church
auction notices and society notices in Lachlan arcade listings
JOTTINGS report auction ads for furniture at Lachlan Arcade February 14 2 30 pm with follow up sale at Forbes trucking yards February 18 and other property auctions. Also notices of a local dance on the howling green and sports results from cricket carnival plus advertisements for ready to wear suits and tailored attire by Austen Puntley and Buckland with pricing and stock details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.T. Woods
Lachlan Arcade
Forbes Trucking Yards
Keane
Butler
W. K. Gornney
Sen
Clearlings Yale
Mr. & HH
Koorabilla
Forbes Road
Hugowre
Wheatley and Hill
Burowra
Lithian
Joe Blakes
Thompsen
Grenfell
Jones
A. Smith
D. White
Ro Wighton
BR. Carroll
Austen and
Puntley
Serge
Buckland
Panamsa
Nino
Miss Hathgate
Austen and Pratley's
The Lone Wolf Aids The Strand Theatre Program
The Strand Theatre presents a dramatic year’s hit lineup featuring The Lone Wolf from Louis Joseph Vance with Dorothy Dalton and Jack Hart, plus Rabbit and Other Women’s Clothes. Read about Daughters of To-day, Your Friend and Mine, Big Timber, The Marriage Cheat, 6 Cylinder Love, and The Luxury Tax in upcoming showings.
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Strand Theatre
Louis Joseph Vance
Dorothy Dalton
Jack Hart
Enid Bennett
Australia
Wiliam Desmond
Thanas
Leatrice Joy
Percy Marmont
Adolph Menjou
Fox
Ernest Truex
Lve Rolla Royow
Ford
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