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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1925
Page
2
A brief obituary note from a daughter Bibel Thorley and grandchildren Ema and Keith Thorley honoring Arthur Thorley aged 88, recalling his death in 1924 and a final goodbye whispered at his bier.
Mrs. i" doors wishes to turn over funds to the Vorhea Convent of Mercy to cover tuition and care for her young charges Veeda and Kalle. Forbes residents contributed time and work to meet payments, enabling relief for the family during eight years of boarding.
Suburian Holding of 5 brea faces unclear details in a fragmented item. The readable fragments mention Tromtoyu and good ronklance but no clear event or outcome. Further context from the original page is needed to produce a complete, accurate summary.
A mangled OCR fragment mentions a Sunday School event at 10 am and a plan labeled The Glad Pact of Pompenaxtlun. It references a location in Rey, CA, and a lease offer of 12 months for 400 acres with terms unclear.
Final notice issued by Waconmty concerning a claim or debt. The notice states a requirement for action by a certain party and warns of consequences for failure to respond, with reference to the ZOMN institution and related entities.
In memorial notice for L. J. Johnson and Combe sections, commemorating a father and grandfather who died in 1924 at age five. Daughter A Toohay Hy counle notes enduring memory and times, with a cryptic reference to Forbesite of Ritoh and local repair services. Addresses and business mentions include Maling's Authorised Many and Organ Tuner and Grinsted's Newsagency with P.O. box 106.
Tenders for wire installation near Linge and the Fernteigh property on Parkwn Road Kisgowra Mull are advertised with February dates. The notice from The Forks and DietHol Chapter urges rural employers and business men to support and cooperate with the Remigration initiative and planning hall announcements.
Fragmented OCR notes mention a event titled The Valley of Dry Bullew with elements of names and dates. Rev R OG ORULKSHANK appears in the text. The passage is garbled and lacks clear context or complete details.
In Eugowra the Me G Pugeting trust wrestles with a Forbes contract snag affecting local service. Officials aim to keep lines updated using a Chevrolet special car to maintain circulation and meet readers’ needs.
A garbled note states Forbes Intermediate High School receives a promotion from a public board. It references a chief inspector and Rosondary School, with a January 4, 1925 date and mentions a pupil named Markee and a west-of-mountains location, though many names and details are unclear.
Wirrinta defeated Garema by six wickets after Garema were bowled out for 45. Wade top scored with 47 for Wirrinta while Stone took 6 for 4 and Brutah 6 for 4. Wirrinta’s opening pair Wade and Fitscell gave a solid start before Wade fell short of a century by 33 runs.
A fragmented report describes a fraud scheme involving telephonic pitches and a publicity firm linked to forged transactions. The scheme allegedly used a directory and postmaster notes to pressure targets, with victims pressured by a publicist to pay. Police seek to trace the involved agents and protect potential victims.
A Mitco vehicle driven by Conway collided with another car, bursting into smoke. Passengers included Ken, Donald, Gunn, and Moret. Conway suffered an injury. Hats were stolen from the scene as the car wreck occurred near Ammediniely Wurst. Police are investigating Conway as possibly responsible.
The father of tennis champions, Mr J O Amforsam, was celebrated in a marine gathering with old friends from the Automobile Club. Attendees included prominent figures such as Mr Jin Kell, Governor of the Commonwealth Bank, and Tyushenn’s sponsor Tavon J. Oy Hinton. A discussion hinted that Tilden would participate in the next Davie Cap event after recent announcements.
A farm accident leaves a lorry overturned after a slow plow incident on a Monday. The vehicle tears a harness and drags a horse, dragging a broken bar and strap with no further injuries reported. Local witnesses described the scene near Gachivo Towplar borders.
The article details complex legal actions involving Motley and W Huot in a case touching seizure of property. It mentions a missing key witness and a court process to determine ownership while referencing local authorities and a winter season context.
A grisly find at Bedgerabong Tuesday uncovered a disintegrated human skeleton with only partial remains recovered. Police seek identification as inquiries continue.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a Monday event at a theatre with partial names and unclear details. It references a matinee and a remaining balance, with stray words suggesting a listing of individuals or titles but the text is too corrupted to identify specific people, places, or outcomes.
The report notes volatile actions in February and early March with unusual fluctuation in notes on finance, aviation, and commodities. It mentions several days of gains and losses, highlighting broader market sentiment and investor caution amid uncertain economic signals.
Jemalung Shire Council plans its monthly meeting tomorrow evening. An important item on the agenda is discussion of the proposal to purchase and hire KrAer. Details on the matter and timing were outlined for citizens.
A damaged OCR fragment reports a Handy Store fire in Lachlan Street with disjoint terms like firemaking and sporting carisites. The text is unclear but mentions the Royaulde and Chinberlin away and a bill, plus references to stock and stove-related items amid chaotic wording.
A note details a local theft charge involving a resident charged with stealing wool from Thiers wong South, property of Graces Polhwrst. The report mentions sums around £40 and £20, with references to CPS and Tuesday events, outlining the morning arraignment and related figures.
Jon Wella tart Rew and Jeff Forbes represent BL Andyaw's Pyoshyt to attend a four week program at Dib diveing the Raster holiday. Reena Ty Ive of the Cranes Heeubyling meh to use plans. Mr. Buutt Gang of the Cemtral Rees Hiva and Troi Byenay to be ent mL Fo meet ME.
Shoppers flocked to Moneysaver’s sale advertised as low-price bargains with bold claims of big savings. Patrons reported substantial reductions on a range of household goods and daily essentials as the event drew crowds during the sale period.
An informal town meeting discussed forming a postal telephony office at Futh gowns with Mr Jam Fout in charge and Mabel Paul, J Ry Achenon as secretary. Attendees included Clemens and W Moori for the Foybew Chinbor of Commerce.
The Forbes bowlers faced a tough Country Week event with 100 participants across 20 drawn alleys. A. D. Nelson lost early, McMurrdy fell in the first round, and Gwyne(ed) was defeated after an upset in the second. The consolation rounds saw Flannary and Gaymalit win 16-10, but overall results reflected a challenging day for Forbes bowlers.
Fragmented racing list shows names and numbers for a Tottenham event. Entries include Lady Maldon, Mount Bhadow, Totlenham Hendman, and Prince Indalge rnew with various weights and placings. The garbled text hints at race outcomes, handicaps, and winner notes but is largely unreadable.
A readable fragment lists players and staff for Me Dade's Wing Aloes team. It names C Gagnin Rinker Lay Robinean Conway Moor Grual Watwon An Aernou and Phomad Ticker Delaney plus The Colla representation at Grawlin with Channon Tuliman Gran La Arveaue Cowell Mecnemack Connelly Markwort Purslow Brown Cagnon and Smith.
The weather has been highly changeable with a thunderstorm bringing 65 points of rain on Wednesday. A subsequent cool front caused a noticeable air temperature drop and gusty winds, as observed by local observers.
A series of personal notices from Forbes and Sydney recount a Royce of events. Names include Madge Ewing and Mira Ewing with family ties to the Government Savings Bank and local enterprises. The text lists engagements, schooling, funerals, and travel plans involving the Haugh, Sturgess, Moore, and Moloney families, plus mentions of Rotary and standard-m reminder.
Fragmented notes reveal market chatter and theater memories. References to wool prices, sheep values, and a visit by a band. Subscriptions and telephone exchanges noted along with clothing ads and public notices.
A damaged OCR reveals a donations list for the Forbes Soldiers Memorial fund. Contributors include C S Tomlinson 100 pounds, G Stott 35, Morgan Bros 25, Edward Weaver 140, W R Thorne 40 10, and several others with smaller amounts, alongside notes of potential further pledges.
A lively Straad Theatre program features Daughters of To-das followed by Won to Worn re oC The supporting alar ix and Diber Wa fhen'y Clothes. William Deemuid appears in Big Timber an outdoor drama. Your Froud ang Ming stars Wald Bennett. Also shown are Two xlunnile tanvien and Tha Aavriege Chai. The program includes Perc y Marmene and Adolph Menjou with Fllir's Trader. A late feature by Witla rox, Cylinder cover with Benoa Trews. Hobart Bowworth leads next show with Captain Janui.
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