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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jan 06, 1914

Page

3

Jemalong Road Work and Engineer Report Update

The shire engineer reported completion of re decking at the hardwood bridge and noted Harvey would cart stone for the Burrawang crossing. He also described repairs on culverts, road inspections, and a proposed road sale with Stitt negotiations. A Bundaburra bridge assessment urged replacement. a dam near Cotton's Hill was proposed for timbering and stone work for water supply.

Harvey Burrawang Crossing Gorman Tomanbil Creek Parker Bedgerabong-Hokun Gate Burre- Wang Road Bathgate Bugowra Road Burrawang Cotton's Hill Stitt Ellis Bundaburra Bridge Noakes Brown

Melbourne Telegraph highlights and notices from Victoria

The latest telegraphic items report arrivals in Victoria with 11 827 assisted immigrants, a planned severance of Tom Johnson from NSW railways on 17th, wrecks near Thursday Island, and Australian military biplane plans on General Ian Hamilton's arrival. Queensland pleuro outbreaks affect stock routes. Tasmania strikes and wage disputes loom large. Electric suburban railways, police issues, and a suspicious arrest in Tallotaroowhna shade political tensions. Property ads for Orange district sales, rentals, and cheap building plots fill the rest along with clerk recruitment and local business notices.

Sydney Victoria Tom Johnson New South Wales Railways Thursday Island Ian Hamilton Queensland Broken Hill Hobart Arbitration Union of Wellington Harbor Board

Fragmented Readable Note on a icer and private dealings

A sparse fragment mentions an incident at the ice, a private deal, and possible official guidance. No clear names, dates, or locations are visible to define the event or outcome.

Judging Races Attracts Cheek Mark On Upala

The Orange Leader reports on Thursdays race where Upala wore a distinguishing number on his cheek. The feature explains the device stems from Forties inventor A F Bedale and aids judges in determining horses’ positions as they pass the post. The lay view praises the innovation as a helpful, potentially profitable addition for racing clubs.

Upala Orange A. F. Bedale Forties Eadal

Cabinet unity and Lloyd George urged to resign

London Tuesday Daily Chronicle says cabinet united on armament issue. Rome papers think Lloyd George must resign if Britain does not abandon faval increase. Reventlow warns language will worsen German distrust. Mahan notes navy may leave the Med with minimal disaster but Britain cannot hold it without peril. At Paris funeral of Harry Frageon, wreaths torn and service disrupted. South Africa 264 all out in second innings against England. New York athletic commission to strip Jack Johnson of heavyweight title.

London Daily Chronicle Rome Britain Faval Lioyd George Count Reventlow Lieyl George Admiral Mahan Mediterranean Harry Frageon Paris South Africa England Athletic Commission of New York Jack Johnson

Forbes Swimming Club Formed At Hotel Meeting

A full attendance gathered at Mr J Z Flannery's hotel to form the Forbes Swimming and Life Saving Club. E J Ryan elected chair outlined aims and a fundraising swimming day for the hospital set for January 26. Officials named include Hon Secretary W N Dann Hon Treasurer D Thomas Patron Dr Delohery President Dr Broadbent Captain Mr Smith and a board of committee members.

J. Z. Flannery E. J. Ryan Sid, Smith Department of Public Instruction W. N. Dann D. Thomas Delohery Dr. Broadbent Bid. Emlth

Property Salesmen Ad From Orange Firm

The Live Property Salesmen of Orange offer buying selling and letting services. Prompt attention to all correspondence and inquiries.

Orange M'Lean & Co

Pendant and chain found at Mesgher Co. Ltd reward offered

A gold pendant with emeralds and pearls on a chain was found and kept safe. Finder will receive a reward upon returning it to MIS58 L. Jones at Mesgher Co. Ltd for proper return.

MIS58 L. Jones Mesgher € Co., Ltd

Rees Announces Purchase of Rankin Street Hair Saloon

Rees plans to operate the Uaidressing Department of J Twist’s business on Rankin Street opposite Hunter and Phillipe. He invites old and new patrons, promises cleanliness and strict attention to business, and asks the public to judge his capabilities. Hairdressing Saloon on Rankin Street.

Rees J. Twist Rankin Street Hunter and Phillipe

Business for sale offers best opportunity in country

Owner advertises a complete, up-to-date business with fittings and furnishings, long lease, cheap rent, water and electric in every room. Full investigation offered to prove no similar opportunity exists, urging buyers to pursue independence.

Annual Report and Officers Election Notice

At ppm business meeting to receive the annual report and balance sheet for 1913 and elect officers for 1914. Any other business may arise. D. J. Moloney, Secretary.

D. J. Moloney

Forbes Aldermen Election Nomination Notice 1914

The Municipality of Forbes announces an election of nine aldermen to be held at Forbes Town Hall on January 23, 1914. Nominations close January 22, 1914 at 5 p.m. Nominations must be written by at least five electors using the prescribed form, obtainable at the Council Office. J. W. Mills is Returning Officer.

Notich Forbes Council Town Hall J. W. Mills Hall, Forbes

Anniversary Meeting Gathers Prizes At 1914 Meet

On Monday January 26 1914 the Anniversary Meeting offers several handicaps with prizes. Events include the Tivghhorne Handicap and Anniversary Handicap both over four furlongs with nominations at 7/6 and 6 respectively. Other events: Subscribers Handicap Excourgage Handicap Club Handicap and Novice Handicap with various weights and distances. Nominations close January 21 and handicaps declared January 24. Official particulars available from secretary A G F Bollinger.

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