16 Feb 1937
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 16, 1937
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment discusses a first dose relieving indigestion by soothing stomach walls and reducing burning acid. It mentions digestion of food portions and a threefold action, with unclear references to remedies or names. The readability is limited but suggests early medical tonality and instructions.
A chaotic scene drew hundreds as Joseph Murray, 24, appeared in the dock in a torn singlet, bearing facial injuries, after a police clash. He faced charges of striking indecent language resisting Sergeant Pollard and assaulting the officer. penalties totaled three pounds in hard labor, four pounds for the second charge, and one month’s hard labor, all concurrent. The case filled the courthouse with onlookers as police recounted the disturbance and Murray’s behavior before magistrates.
A fatal Parkes rail yard accident occurred during shunting operations killing Junior Porter. Witnesses report a collision with a moving wagon as emergency services were summoned to the scene. An investigation into the derailment and safety measures is underway to establish exact cause and accountability.
A government land negotiation surrounding 12 acres from T.S.R. near the Yellow Waterhole on the North Concaborus Road sparks debate. The Forbes P.P. Board weighs entision amid long disputed boundaries and calls a dangerous precedent if altered, with input from Mr. A A Petree and local officials.
A local case involves indecent language at Willow Ayers where authorities challenged a confrontation. The report notes warnings given to the involved party and mentions alcohol impairment as a factor in the disturbance.
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A well dressed young man, charged with using indecent language at Forbes Police Court, asked for remand to be represented by a solicitor. The request was refused as he wept in the dock and denied guilt. He claimed to have sought legal advice previously amid troubling rumors and a confusion of earlier events.
Scattered readable fragments describe a community event or notice dated in March with references to individuals and a local authority. The garbled text mentions a tontine style appeal and a financial value, plus requests that each family bring a contribution and a provided acronym.
Fragmented OCR text advertises skin care products claiming to keep skin young and protect against wind and heat. It mentions terms like Creme Chatinonan and various misspelled phrases, but lacks clear product names, dates, or verifiable claims.
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