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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1929
Page
3
Racing notes show Reg Visto dominant in the Orange 1.0.0.7 handicap run on Saturday with Duke Cyllene leading betting at 6/4. Result marked by Reg Visto beating rivals as Duke Cyllene walks over amid a field listing many horses and odds.
The article records a meeting where Parkes seeks appointment as permit inspector. Discussion notes potential conflicts with existing agents from related firms and names Wheatley, Lat, Cobley, Taunton, and Ayre. The motion by Dis Wheatley, seconded by Lot Speak, passes to appoint Parkes as permit inspector after debate over agent alignment.
The note lists Presbyterian Ladies' College Orange offering day and boarding, with heating, hot water, and sewing facilities. Full curriculum includes manual and commercial subjects, dressmaking, and preparatory to leaving certificate. Admissions begin February 13, June 4, and September 17. principal is Mrs Eleanor Linck.
Residents and visitors in Forbes are invited to enjoy the Vandenberg Hotel renovation. The updated property features enhanced lounges, a refined dining area, and superior comfort aimed at meeting traveler and guest needs. The hotel markets itself as the leading accommodation in Forbes, emphasizing modern amenities and attractive surroundings.
Walter Kelly and Co Auctioneers stock station and financial agents offer Liberal advances on wool and stock. Parkes Forbes and Peak District Agents for Dalgety and Co. applications and lending details provided.
A private hospital seeks a skilled woman for kitchen duties. Address or contact details are unclear due to OCR errors. Apply to the hospital office for further instructions.
The municipalities of Forbes and Weir announce tenders for the sale of swimming reserve rights and related services. Proposals are invited for maintenance funding and access agreements, with closing details on January 21 in Thorabay.
Reported here is a large gathering of unemployed men near the river bank hoping for work on the Wyangala bridge project. Authorities warn many are unfit or underqualified, while some have left towns to pursue any available labour at the site.
The Pas ture Protection Board for Forbes District requires every owner or occupier of land and sheep to return land, stock or sheep details by January 10 1929. Penalties apply up to £40 for failure to file by stated deadlines. applications for forms available at the office or policy station.
A garbled report records a glove find on the road tied to a mystery man Kerr aged era. A bench scene mentions Mr T. G. Flyon and Cornwald as witnesses. A penalty of ten pounds is noted with pending three day defences in a drink driving charge.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions a street and names in garbled form. The readable bits reference a rue east and a possible event or sentence, but most details are unintelligible. No clear person, place, or organization can be confirmed.
About 100 men gathered at day to discuss tenure issues and agency matters. The session involved disruption and unclear proceedings with references to workers and timing, while a later line notes a protest like turnout and questions about the process.
A highly important auction sale offers 434 acres across four farms in the Blayney district. Parts include a mix of freehold blocks and grazing land with numerous named properties and road access. The sale is set for Saturday January 19 1929 at 3 o'clock in Blayney Town Hall conducted by H R M Pigott and A A Hill & Co.
An advertisement announces the opening of Dilbhur Hall Wellington Street Woollshra for an educational dealh program over 18 years with classes in literature music cookery and nond law work. Principal Miss Gertrude D Barton leads the project and applications are invited.
A fragmented item mentions Norman Jombon and a 51x reference to a Hugo SPSURIONS Stu de baker. The readable text implies a fashion or product note with unclear details and no clear outcome or date.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a station or institution and a widow Poaremnen. Names and places are garbled, offering no clear event date or outcome. The readable bits imply a ceremonial or sympathy context but lack concrete facts.
In memoriam words express love for a wife and father with lines of sorrow and farewell. The text laments departing January 1998 and recalls fond memories and enduring affection.
Important auction sale of household furniture and effects on Saturday January 12 at 2.80 pm. Auction location is Ctemlan Street Forbes. Readable items include beds chairs stools seating and various furniture pieces. Also crockery and other household fittings will be offered.
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