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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1921
Page
2
A Torbey Hospital matron expresses gratitude for donations of ater received from benefactors. The gifts support hospital services and patient care, with officials noting community generosity and ongoing fundraising efforts.
A round gold brave item described with waves and a large pale grey stone appears on Lam on New Years Eve. Tom Burke's at Wombat Street and Police Station are referenced with a reward of 10 shillings five pence. Mise Violettars on Wombat Street Cay Hill handles applications.
A poorly legible notice warns against trespassing on certain New York property owned by Meine entity. It prohibits entry by any person and warns that any intrusion will be handled with due legal respect. Names like Sips and Alex Sialyh appear in the fragment.
Classified notice seeking a man named Stan with horses and a heady temperament to take off a specified amount of wheat. Respond to Thomas Liate at Lawman Street Forbes with details of eligibility and location.
Public notice states owing to alteration the firm Huge & Son and George Hugo & Son adjust debts within one day. Name fragments indicate law firm involvement and payment deadline. No complete details of the case or parties due to damaged text.
A rare lamb born before birth signs ignited debate in the district. The event drew attention to local landowners and officials including Lieutenant Mathoval and Parkes. The controversy centers on recent incorporations and regional arrangements near Orange.
Murky notice indicates Messrs Turner and Keane have dissolved ties with Myth firm after about two years of association. They are reported to be pursuing independent ventures under their own names, while Myth continues separate from their joint ventures.
A planned unveiling by the Shire Council, delayed date, aims to be a significant event. Officials expect a formal ceremony with notable attendance and public interest, as preparations proceed for an important community unveiling.
A damaged report describes farmer George Tasse managing a wheat consignment of 9 300 bags at the railway yard. Amid harvest difficulties and a storm he faced delays and employed seven workers. He now awaits payment settlements for half-processed bags.
A garbled notice outlines a business transfer involving Hugo A Son and Forbes and Diairie with public interests noted. It mentions a trust and hoped-for extensions of favors, with a plan for governance and continuation by Hugo A Son, amid regulatory attention.
Me J Hi Noakes of Bedgarabong toured Forbes on Friday to show a ponderous tomato named Ponderosa. The fruit, grown by Mr. Nore man Merry, measured as large as a typical tomato and drew attention from locals in the Forbes district.
A large prairie fire near Prairie Landy destroyed a stack of bay, two farms, and multiple crops valued with property belonging to Mewsrn Wallace Hunter and John Gundine. Neighbors aided with carts and pumps, preventing greater losses despite extensive damage and unclear origin.
Fragmentary OCR lists players and travel details for a bowl game. It mentions Orange, Forhoy, Bucklund, Hunkalt, Flannery, Andersen, Kn TW Alurray, and others. It notes the winner will leave by train after an afternoon arrival and that play begins in the morning.
A bustling advertisement promotes an open air theater event tomorrow night featuring The Victim, adapted from Zane Grey and presented with a dramatic twist. Foreseeable excitement centers on a large audience, the final screening of The Duanea, and a suspenseful plot involving love, danger, and a daring escape.
A jumble of local notes records Forbes council retirements and appointments. Deputy election results, hospital and department updates, and public notices list staff changes. The piece notes Mr J. Kennedy’s relative, fireman Mr Mick Dovey’s duty absence, and Alderman Havey’s retirement amid questions on ratepayers' representation.
A fragmented notice advertises practical items and events from a holiday period. It mentions a court coat creasing, advocates for 1921 calendars, a park program, a fire incident, and various goods such as modern shavers, lrousers, and tonics. It references local shops and prices though details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
The report mixes cricket results with financial, political, and disaster updates. Ayunay and Tovey star in a XBW match with Formee on 400, Taylor 140, Bardaley 185 not out. Farmers receive a 2/1 payment under Commonwealth wheat guarantee. Protests threaten federal intervention, and strike threats loom. A 104-year-old widow Ann Daun dies near Lincoln. Vincentyngenns outbreak hits Belligeo with four child deaths. Victorian cricket policy, education minister comments, and shipwreck and drowning incidents appear amid a broad array of war era notices and overseas movements.
In a Forbes court session 1810 details three defendants faced fines for keeping rabbits on their property. Judgments included 3 pounds plus costs for one, 2 pounds with costs for another, and 4 pounds with expenses for a third. Witnesses noted rabbits, burrows, and work on land adjacent to a road. Proceedings mention profits to the Farhan Vanturow Protection Board.
In a Wis leading case Henry Chapman and colleagues faced trial for mislisting sheep and travel claims. The inspector found the animals were the property of Mr Deason, with delivery to Sydney and involvement of employee Terry. The court imposed a fine and directed payment to Forbes Board, noting seriousness and intent.
The article reports on political turmoil in Sydney with warnings about wartime government contracts and a cabinet push to retain power. It notes claims of millions involved and opposition to certain clauses, as Perkin and ex-ministers weigh acceptance of measures amid war effort pressures.
The Chamber of Commerce plans a meeting at the historic venue tomorrow with invited attendees from the city and local businesses. Officials urge timely arrival and note the event will cover local commerce initiatives and community projects.
Ellen Wood, a 76 year old widow from Forbes and Grenfell district, died Saturday afternoon at Forbes Hospital after a long heart condition. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Church of England with Mr T Peasley officiating.
Economy reports a shift toward lower rice prices as demand remains steady. Wailers in Ca. emerge in the market, with buyers watching quantities at the lowest rates.
Fragmentary notice notes Kale Nip 4a presumble arrival and specialling of Slllings. Mentions Bond, Buckland, Rankin a Tailor, and a poralygation of mood with extra blends. References Audrey Heattey’s offerings as potential porchnee products.
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