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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1925
Page
2
A garbled collection of classified notices includes furnished room listings, rental inquiries, and an upset note about a challenge to prove alleged milk theft. Also appears a public notice demanding outstanding accounts by January 15 and a thank you message from a bereaved family.
Church notices list Sunday services and locations with times and names obscured in OCR. The readable bits show a Sunday service schedule and parish contact details, emphasizing worship, fellowship, and rotating speakers. The fragment notes possible dates and sermon topics, but specific names and places are unclear.
A fragmented notice from St Andrews Presbyterian Hostel Parkes Street inviting Bermertinto Tighard Primary School staff and others to apply for positions or arrangements related to a charitable or care home for girls in 1986. The text mentions minister THOS MATHERS WA and matron ALEX, with a contact phone at Parkon.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Abel Wilkion as CEO of a company at 000 Geaton station shop. The document hints bold advertising for January 5 and post boom opportunities for buyers. Details are unclear due to garbled characters and partial sentences.
The article notes yellow burr weed and yellow forget me not as invasive plants. It mentions several antiplen boye bres brought into the shire during the past week, reflecting fragmentary local horticultural concerns.
The Forbes Hospital faces a critical need for X-ray equipment to match the best urban centers. Officials emphasize urgent procurement to avoid further delays, citing patient care, safety, and the impact on operations at the Forbes Soldiers' Memorial wing and West district facilities.
Hooper of the Metropolitan Hotel announces plans to run the South Forbes Hotel with continued 16 on the twelnes and revenue aims for travelers, while Hull refreshment jack of the very buset assists.
A summary of Shearees claims including a demand of £8 per 100 for shearing and £9 per 100 for something, with weekly costs cited near £6 to £7. The text also mentions a 20/10 year period and a kelp element, indicating disputed charges and rates in a court arbitration context.
A court record shows a witness stating the accused could be identified by his gait, while the defense argues the testimony aids the suspect. The judge pressed the matter as the almanac for the trial date had been printed, and the jury faced a potentially conflicting narrative about the alleged robbery.
Andrew's party issues Montel Purkey and Noa for board positions this year. The booster club plans ties between Intermediate High and Primary Schools, with bedndyt noted. 10 Shks Laws.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Moneyatvar Ltd and Forbes in an ad context. References include a figure or person named Melanie, with garbled phrases suggesting a financial or marketing notice. The readable portions are insufficient for a clear event or outcome.
The Hon J C te Pitepatrich plans a ministerial municipal tour across Wentworth Oberon and surrounding towns including Hathurst Slagey Orengd Molong Wellington Dubbo Naraming Peak Parkas Forbes Cenowinnta Careout Barkley starting next month. The trip will cover local government matters and infrastructure visits with agriculture and hives noted.
Latest telegraphic Sydney report describes a bitter waterside clash at Minera Point with a large crowd and disrupted wharves. The new battalion demands dispersal as threats and evacuations ripple through Digger wharf area. union officials warn of arson attempts and police maintain a midnight watch.
A garbled report from Melbourne mentions a room discovery and a Sydney link involving De Garis and Capital House, with police noting possible ties between two youths and De Garis. The text hints at contested evidence and suspects but is unclear and partially unreadable.
A fire yesterday afternoon damaged a building on Bosna Gate Road belonging to Mr W Mills, with strong winds hindering firefighters. A green amber-fired boiler incident helped control the blaze, and crews limited damage to around two thousand pounds before bringing the fire under control within twenty hours. The cause remains undetermined.
A local carnival linked to the cricket ground seeks funds for a new pavilion and improved facilities. The event, set for January 26, will feature performances and a fundraising drive to support the project and related upgrades.
The horse Heroic is to be sold for about £11,000 in Melbourne. Heroic Nun bahn pid for £28,008, was entered in the VRC Autumn meeting in Martin Wenckes name and will be trained by J. Holt of Moninne.
A statement from Mr Firie Jasued delivered after Arbitration Court hearings describes government moves to suppress the Seamen's Union and restore order amid a shipping crisis. He warns that a veto and broader coercive measures threaten economic stability and could trigger widespread unrest.
Jumbled notes list property sales and auctions at Mr. S. Ridley and other firms, references to Orange Road Mesure and Forbess Chamber of Commerce, with scattered names like Keane Butler and Moulder Co. and mentions of apparel and stock offerings. The piece reads as a chaotic clipping of classified notices and reminders.
A December 27 event at Bedgerabung races features individuals Josep Lapp Thomes Atorgun Karlon Portong A Mctatontt Jn and Meed Bl with B Lunt or FaINIME 8 Drndnes Hele Ha venay, details unclear. The record reads as a local court matter listing participants and associates.
Heavy rain at Ballarat yesterday curbed play in the England Ballarat match. England can ride the innings to 290 as Austin and Huntley were out for 0 in 77 minutes, ending with reduced ambitions.
At a recent council gathering the Torben P.P. Board argued the Star thirties should be controlled within the town limits. Alderman Kenne and the camel were mentioned in relation to eradication plans after January, though the report notes the claim is incorrect.
A fragmentary report from the Riverina notes efforts to eradicate a thistle by mowing and close grazing as farmers seek to reduce pasture carrying capacity challenges. The account mentions Clayton and Catowa district farmers testing a chin method to kill thistle, with observed high mortality and limited survivors.
A public indignation meeting will be held at Parkes with Mayor Spicer presiding. The Railways Committee, the Superintendent, and Area Committee members will attend. The gathering aims to weigh proposals for a district project as local chambers of commerce and council officials have been urged to support the plan.
A fragmented note discusses pride in buying items and comparing prices. Mentions a tight six with added gear and equipment, references to multiple names, brands, and materials, and notes price around 465 pounds for the set. Names such as Amportat and Brudebakers appear amid unclear terms and filler text.
Fragmented OCR notes describe changing conditions and wind shifts over several days. Officials warn of strong winds and extended wet weather moving from the west toward the area tonight, with a forecast of poor visibility and possible flooding in low-lying spots.
A chaotic draft describes a swimming carnival event with events for adults and children, including long dive and pillow fight styled activities. It mentions special attraction Hoy Travan, a former diving champion, and various planned arrangements such as dressing rooms, refreshments, and a family program.
Ambiguous OCR text from a Sheffield Shield match at Adelaide shows incomplete score details with multiple misreads. Names such as Gunn Ratellite Morrisey Richardson Andrews and others appear tangled with odd terms. Summary notes unreliable fragments and calls for clarification.
A prohibition order was issued against Joan Bilaling for twelve months after a driving offense. The defendant faced a £1 fine and a court penalty for operating a vehicle without proper license and insurance.
Fragmentary report describes a hall event with Union Theatres in an open air setting. It notes a secretary and a person named Raver involved in a renewal, a missed attendance, and a peculiar citation of a fine or charge.
In a Tuesday report from Balrwsnd Yakivalry, Beverul and hetawn Wore were involved in a gambling incident. A tint and a ail worn novi injured, with one man severely hurt and the others lightly affected in the town event.
Report describes three fires on the Fluminable tutorial on the Forben showground near Anh Caney. The Roxst Hilfermon states Canny was responsible for the outbreaks, resulting in a fine of £10 and considerable damage.
Yesterday wool sales showed prices lower than November for most types with saleable lots at 34/19 to 36/5. Buyers reported strong demand for Australian and Persian white grease wool. several lots included crepe, roby, and fancy features. Hogwool quality noted as highest among offerings with active competition from buyers. custom work and novel finishes mentioned.
The readable portion suggests a fragmentary notice or ad from a town paper. It mentions cost concerns and possible stock view references, with unclear names and dates, making exact entities hard to confirm.
A Moonet man named Wm. Joe Bills was fined £2 with 2/6 costs after claiming he did not possess a revolver. The court noted misunderstanding and potential police handling, with further appearances expected as officers cited.
W Ly Hayes sails toward Sydney then Tamworth, with J King involved in Bolahyilie property. Notables include Norman King and the Heinke family visiting Forbes for a fortnight. Mr and Mrs Lapey te and others host, while Miss Madge Jowing and staff of the Government Savings Bank figure in local society. Frequent travel and social engagements mark the week as Forbes hosts summer visitors and honors Mr A J Freymond for long service.
The Yukon area cinema listing tomorrow features strong title bunches including The Lune of the Yukon and Hyde, BIN. Comedic acts by Lanny Bathott Olle lead a slate with Violda Dawa va Have to the Dark and The Heritage of the Deserk. Also scheduled are The Heart Eator and The Neal Vornwe in early showings.
A garbled early 20th century advertisement describes a tailor made salt fiat by C.C. Buckland Dow offering goods for children and a noted Bathanta’e oUt alien. The readable text hints at a sales pitch with odd phrases and unclear details.
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