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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1919
Page
3
Forbes prepare for a Saturday competition at Forbra with a lineup including Detonery, Rotinson, and Gaymard among others. The local team will be finalized Friday with a working check through Friday evening.
The annual New Year’s Day O10 sports meet at Wamboyne on Waeduoutay List drew wide praise. Weather was warm but felt few effects. Races were excellent and the fields above expectations. committees earned high praise for their capable and courteous leadership.
A cluttered report details six starters in a four furlong hack race with Ken ridden by Prounky Yowlsr winning narrowly. Other events include a two-lap handicap trot won by Whatabono and a lively Wamboine handicap with Lady’s Bracelet among top placers.
A report on an athletic day highlighting performances by Colby Fraser Hills and others, with all pen readings donated to War Charit Puna. The event featured various exercises and recitations by noted participants and officials, praised for skill and community spirit.
Members of the Forbes Gun Club held a complimentary shoot for Mr H. Barlow at the Botanical Garden on Friday afternoon. Winds teased the targets as Strickland and Capot led the first sweep with 19 birds, while McDonnell and Gordon shared top marks in later rounds.
A letter from Major G Sattler FSquadron informs of Trooper Clarrin W Radburn killed in action on 28 September during a battle near Norman Me. The note expresses solemn condolence to Mrs Jas. Radburn of New Grentell Road, Porbos, and mentions the heroism of Clarrin and another sergeant. The communication describes the scene and offers sympathy to the family for their loss and the duty to King and country.
Real estate notice advertising cottages on Norrhill Caw with water access and full conveniences. Details and price available from Cunningham Bros Stock and Station Agents. Includes land measurement 6411 by 1004.
Classified bid for 1st class land on equal shares seeks genuine, sober men. Advert says to contact at Cinderela No.4 Parns Gowlin Plains Soldiere Sulement AvP MARSHALL. Describes a black gelding and two white feet branded Xf near shoulder.
£50 reward for a two year old Wack Uraught colt believed stolen near Prairie Lands. The horse has an over-near shoulder scar and a star with white hind feet. Wallace Hunter announces the reward and asks for information leading to the offender. A social gathering with shares and arrangements will be held Thursday afternoon at a local chamber.
A reader message warns that any person entering Burrawang West or implying associations with war or public access will face prosecution. The notice is signed by APRGESS, Manager.
Travelers in the drought stricken West turn to one of the Byrney papers for water amid widespread parched terrain. The correspondent notes long delays for a bucket of water for horses and cattle, with many lacking relief as the drought continues across valleys and plains.
Barer mat gives notice through the manager prohibiting shoaling near the Baro area after a specified date. Violators face prosecution without regard to person or vehicle type.
Jones and Maxwell, registered contractors with the Graziers Association of New South Wales, announce they are open for engagement for shearing or crutching. They operate a two stand portable abesring plan of work under their own supervision at Rankin Street Forbes.
Farmers are informed that Wheat Pool officials will receive wheat on behalf of Slate Wheat Pool. The notice names Reymond & Son Ltd of South Forbes as the dealing party.
The undersigned pledges to supply the best crystal tea in any quantity for the year. Orders will receive prompt attention in Ber, with references to Halved or said counter and related handling.
Fragmentary OCR lists items and prices including Brie and Bargali goods, a 6 ton light plow, plows and cultivators from Massey Harris and Sinssey Harris, collars, draught equipment, and chains. The document appears as a partial old inventory or auction notice with many unreadable terms.
The notice states architect Mr Stewart has commenced practice in the Forbes District. He invites the public to bring plans and papers for examination and control of works. Appointments or inquiries may be arranged for future building projects.
The fragment lists several church services and times across Forbes and nearby areas. Notable entries include So-Aresbyterian Church and Methodist Church with morning and evening times, alongside mentions of other congregations and pastors.
Fragmentary text references individuals Turner and Rasa with unclear context and maritime or military mentions. No coherent events or dates are discernible from the readable fragments.
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