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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1916
Page
5
The Berlin dispatch says German forces repelled an Allied assault north of Lau Masts while Allied artillery and air operations faced interruptions. British and German air actions are reported, with German groups withdrawing from Riga Drina tract and Russian positions near Valhynia affected by shifting lines.
Fragmented report describes Asquith style speech amid notes on Russian advances and Allied tensions. Mentions Czernovity capture, military positions, and political shifts amid unclear wording.
Compulsion leaders in Sydney pressed for party unity and passed resolutions opposing the Compulsion Bill. Labor ministers Jefferson, Robert, and Brace have resigned from the cabinet, triggering a likely general election. The move signals a major shift in the government and pointers to an imminent vote.
Word was received at Forbessus on Wednesday of the death of Sergeant Frank Blask a native of this Lawn He was the son of Mr George Rack enlisted at Bor ow early this year in the Army in Sydney He was wounded in the Verdun sector and died of wounds on December With his death his family learned he had been mortally wounded and died after being wounded by trenches He died after being wounded in the head and stomach The news of the death brought grief to his relatives including widow and children Mr Ph Black Foils a Drother and Mrs Baker of Hing ford among others expressed deep sympathy for the family of the brave soldier.
Reported ship movements indicate vessels traveling from Sydney toward London via the Suez Canal while transporting troops to Egypt and the Dardanelles. The text also mentions postings at Forbes and references Royal The Wooteygaientation in a cryptic style.
A theft report notes vandals targeting a clothing and ethics articles outlet on Wavisay Road. Reward offered for return of the items and cooperation with the local police. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward with information leading to the suspects.
Auctioneers announce a huge unreserved clearing sale in Plain View Gunningbland on Saturday January 22. From Medus Kearney of Pibin View Cyanineblend comes an order relinquishing farming assets including homestead furniture horses cattle sheep and tools. The sale lists varied farming gear and household items and promises luncheon and refreshments on the grounds.
Rabbit trappers plan regular day Monday gathering at 7H Jamumpy 1419 Mah 5vinices. Manager warns for full particulars and advises attendance.
Fragmentary notice describes an unreserved clearing sale with terms cash no reserve. Readable names and items appear garbled but indicate a liquidation event with various goods, pricing notes, and an emphasis on final sale conditions. The readable portion suggests a sale by a listed individual or business with usual auction terms.
Fragmentary OCR shows ROBERT ROBINSON & CO grain merchants and associates listing products like chat and wheat, with garbled prices and weights. Mentions persons Mr Walter Kelly and Megan Gate and a representative. Text is unreadable in parts.
An advertisement announces an important auction sale of the Well-Known property Gobondry Springs near Trundle, including railway siding access and yard. Prospective buyers are urged to inspect details with Colmi & Pearuk Auctioneers or Mintosh & Crowther Solicitors, for the January 1916 event and registration requirements.
A damaged OCR sample shows fragmented product names and scattered numbers. The text includes mentions of furniture items, sizes, and codes but lacks coherent context or complete lines to identify a clear event, person, or organization. The readable elements are insufficient for a substantive summary.
Fragmentary text references a woman praising a home remedy called Henner’s Essence as a cure for sore throat and cough. It includes dubious testimonial language and calls for following advice to try the remedy at home. The readable portions imply marketing of a patent remedy with personal endorsements.
Fragmented OCR note references a federal butchery, a buyer, and local traders. Mentions Turner's, Gale For yieh, and a butcher town area with stock and a possibility of a federal bureau action. Context suggests a market or legal notice snippet with unclear details.
Advertising notices from the annual conference of Newaymper Provelotors announce new rate changes in January 191. The plan shows uniform charges across the paper and details on per inch pricing for ads. Brooke and Trownhile Advocate publish the notice to traders and readers.
Advertises best timber stock and wide selection of firewood in all sizes. Promises prompt service to all parts of town. Notes markets on Saturdays and suggests special orders reversed to please customers.
The brief item notes Peters and Laghlan Street in Forbes with an action described as seat Thues Over, indicating a contested or reassigned position. Further details are not provided in the readable text.
A fragmented OCR page lists seed varieties and packets spanning flowers and vegetables. It mentions Carnations, Gladioli, Aquilegia, Zinnia, Amaranth, Nicotiana, and garden staples like cucumber, tomato, lettuce, radish, and watermelon. Includes packet names and occasional prices in a dense, period-voice catalog entry.
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