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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1926
Page
14
A garbled early 20th century notice announces the Trundle Hotel opening under proprietor Jatin T. McGrath. The fragment hints at commercial and public dealings and nearby services in the district, with unclear details.
Commercial Union Fire Insurance co palgoty and Co machinery atlan immnnanes co ltd. Biles conducted in any part of the district. Blouk wad property lista on application. PHONES Office 46 Cahill 45 general storekeeper that I can supply all their requirements poeoes to mult the tires paying no big cunts or ble stall. TC cam sell cheaper than the larger atores. Agent for Sunshine Machinery Far ware and Graziers Coop Co. Trucke ordered for Flemington.
Weather across Monwonga shows sunny intervals with occasional showers and a risk of thunder. In cricket, a male match against Muu Gate is set for Sunday with a squad listed including J Golden and P Godden. Local events include Forbes Yorkia carnival crowds and bicycle purchases by S Constable and T Radburn.
An item in the period page notes four requirements met by a product labeled Weem. The brief mentions reasonable prices and seasonable goods. The ad emphasizes value, timing, and availability.
A damaged OCR item lists numerous agencies and companies including North British Mercantile and International Harvester, with references to stock, goods, and residences. The fragment suggests a broad public notice or listing of producers, suppliers, and related entities.
A fragmented OCR snippet lists several trade categories such as drapery clothing and ironmongery alongside company names and agencies. Mentioned are London and Lancashire Insurance Co and various firms including Lindley Walker Wheat Co and Moore with references to Caragabal and H. E. Randall.
The piece notes heavy rain and wind disrupting activity around Ringoywi and surrounding areas. It mentions a student, Mr. diy Stack, securing a prize in business studies and general progress in disciplines, with praise for faculty achievements and ongoing farm work by Tod.
A garbled report describes Bedgerabong Boxing Day races with over a thousand attendees, noting disturbances, weather impacts, and safety outcomes. It mentions the president Mr Weather and damage at the track with repairs beginning the day after. A Harvest Festival meeting is also announced for church, planning post holiday events.
A community column notes a bazaar ball at Basu Hall with weather mentions, a forthcoming concert by the Trundle War Memorial Movie Troupe, local personalities like H R Turner and Mr Butler, and a New Year picnic plan by the Anglican Church committee. It also reports 1926 rainfall totals at the Yooul Post Office and a near fatal snake bite to Mr W V Hlutehin near the river bank.
A head on crash on Moonb Road between a Mr Alt Gavel car from Condooly and a Forbes district motorcycle rider caused severe injuries. The rider fractured a limb, the driver’s car was badly damaged, and a bystander, Mr Hote Sing, was noted as a former resident. Funeral details and local reaction followed, with community attendance reported.
J E Gardner operates as an auctioneer and general commission agent offering services in sales and procurement for clients seeking auction and commission handling. The notice outlines scope of work and professional capacity.
A Quandialla era notice records agents for Guardian Assurance Co Ltd and affiliated firms including Sulphide Corporation Gibbs Bright Sydney Amonte Rumely OM Pull Tractor Co and others with contact references. The fragmented entry names multiple entities and phone details.
Fragmented OCR text shows a 1936 show reference with mixed names and vague preparation notes. It mentions London, a phone number, stock and property agency, stool and sweety oil, and an agent for machines. The legible facts are sparse and disjointed, with unclear dates or outcomes.
The Model Store announces preparations for a jubilee event featuring every new and diverse line. It lists sections for haberdashery, ironmongery, groceries, pottery, stationery, and farm supplies with accommodation and living arrangements provided.
Fragmentary OCR text notes a lively scene at a chocolate and confectionery venue with roguish characters and a mix of names and places, including mentions of stalls and a station. The exact setting and participants are unclear due to garbled wording.
A garbled OCR passage lists numerous apparent wheat trade players and firms with unclear spellings. The fragment mentions Loula Dreyfus & Co and several entities such as Har verter Co and Baltte Reparators, suggesting a chaotic record of agricultural commerce and agency references.
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