Lord Kitchener Foretells May Start To War
Forbes Advocate reports a dire forecast asserting Lord Kitchener warned of a May start to hostilities. It notes German, Austrian, and Turkish actions, large casualty projections, and Britain facing severe naval battles and widespread carnage if the war continues. The piece emphasizes grim prophecy and public fear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Kitchener
Ife
Wurtemsourg
Navy
Galicia
Ringvern
Vince Courphngen
Nelson
Ford
Gms
Nmap
Mance
Haman
Soldiers for the Front
Names of local volunteers for active service listed with initials and surnames. A note mentions delays in processing and some names awaiting departure for duty.
Carnival Diving Program Aims for Elevated Platform Work
A local wubcommittessuppointed plans a diving event with a top platform height and multiple stages. Construction begins on a new hotage to the top platform while a wooden eritlag will be nid for safety and spectacle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brownill
Cowell
Mazurall
Plumballinge
Bryant
Holyer
Ptr
Fitchher
Slown
Knownhill
Cowall
Hisent
Potorm
Browantt
Whuntiey
Peiwrs
Filnhardinge
Blacher
Svinday
Jose Thowe
J. Meeker
Abs
Prey
Donnell
Forbes Town News Fallout and Local Appointments
Forbes meetings report a string of public notices and personnel moves. Mr Randers secures a new manager post at Vans muntelysl gpeworks after 17 applicants. Mr Wickham’s wardenship and town clerk chances are discussed. deaths include May Janet Roberto aged 5. Rev Lawrie arrives to take duties at St Andrew’s and Forbes churches. a condolence letter is planned for late Minister J. Trem oto Baldab.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cratt
Tia Atbhox Hatal
Bly
Kawbram
Victorie
Hid Sons
Motars
W. Hi
Sly
Cenkde
Forbes
May Heuimett
Joost Vort
Sia
Brdnay
Tounelt
Tania
Cricket
J. J Green
Mel
CAROR
Ilu Winhen Tor
Randers
Mansuer
Hingleton Ganworks
Ymarn
Vans Muntelysl Gpeworks
Argus
Seton
Sanderswig
Forbes Sunworks
Wickhan
Portee
Maxent Apointmant
Wickham
Holcombe
Tom- Dorarz
Einyn Keet
Fortier
Siwyn
Geaurreal
Janet Roberto
Mra Ht
Aberts
Ives
Wadnastoy
Drcansed
Lawrie
St. Andrew's
Farber
Bundey
Sydney
Hintay
Forbes Iv
Ho Calder
Tanda
Walt
Aldarwan
Misie
Ani
Tate
Dacaaggd
Council
Mevnien Bat
T. Laavh
Krinliln
Maesworra
Casnuntom
Word
Jena
Hla
Snventsen
Ste
Sloe
Atey Lynch
Wongerong
Porbes
Wotgajone
Lyoch Lonieht
Bown
Stinday Eohont
Reymond Wan
Porbet
Owoyer
Bpeldes
Patternon Umhajard
Hevinund
Lee
Derman
Parerson
Unclear Currrcat Topics Historical Odd Entry
A distorted report mentions an event at a Manietpal Connett meeting on a Tuesday with references to transport and a railway stallion. It notes an offhand incident and a fatal outcome involving a person named Kenovkoi and Robert Bruce, but the text is garbled with many unreadable terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aldoreign Lac Regaronil
Manietpal Connett
Alr
Ptu
Jonmans
Robert Bruce
Lohting the Town Clock Meets Stalled Action
A fragmentary report recalls a town clock dispute amid aging seals and improvements. The meeting on Tuesday saw Repain Baten moving to refer the matter to the Department of Home Affairs to save the clock, with Civil Service Samserandell involved and Cornell listed as a potential supplier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manuel- Vivut Caunell
Walter Wy
Cornell
Comic Opera Triumph At Forbes Hall With Notable Cast
A comic opera program featured Connor's conte and two acts titled Pho Morgy Widow and The Arcadiane. The ensemble, praised as world famous and highly talented, delivered an engaging performance that delighted the modest audience and showcased refined singing and staging at Forbes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mtr B
Connor
Eoumuay Halsbod
Forbes
Absutu
Ely
Vskena Nyar
Much & Heir
Wiley Jocal
Momotueh market figures show sheep sale and cattle prices
Fragmentary OCR records list multiple consignors and prices including sheep at Momotueh yard and cattle values. Names such as Brown Woodly MoonMales and others appear with figures like 177 percent and £8 per month, indicating market activity and price remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Momara Wynenyombs
Momotueh
Teafma
Uraik
Perma
Woodly
Mma
MoonMales
Amentay
Hobart
Wyviens Hawa
Bowdden
HN Poteman
Jones
Ulie
Amie Laan
Tarton
Hakerion
Torrie
Wheat Acquittal Act Requires Farm Seed Control
The message states that under the Wheat Act, farmers are not allowed to sow or sell wheat seed without formal permission from the Department of Agriculture. A prescribed form must be filed with Mr. R. Officer, and penalties apply for noncompliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BNI
Department of Agriculture
R. Omtcer
Out on the Deal Munn and Forban Shire Council
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an agreement involving Munn and Forban Shire Council to pay Glennie the drover ten shillings to drive sheep to Hugowra pond. A separate draying charge and council debt are mentioned, totaling fractions of a pound, with unclear context and names partially garbled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shire Couneil
Jottings From the Forbes H A Meeting and Local Notices
The report lists elected officers at a Forbes H a O B gathering including President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer with several delegates and wardens. It mentions drownings, royal retinues in India, advertising notes, auctions, and a variety of local business, social, and sporting items. The text includes references to races, hotel meetings, interstates ticketing, and a Western studies association gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall
Forbes H.a
Ous Hourora
Bro
Tyan
HM. Grimarsins Warde
Bullivan
Guardina
A. Waughes
Rick Vinttora
Bros
Rathad Lev. Dun
Dietner Board
T. Dunn
Hugh
Goolagong
Wineheannyt, Carson Ltd
Amie Lea
Carrie
Carrie iv Tho Vany Cabin Nove, Formerly of His Aterrigh
Roning
Forbes
Jockey Chan
Albion Hotel
Everetirs
Bourt
Toy 10
C.C
Orkney
Methodist social at Parkes welcomes Mr Colwell and guests
The Methodist social in Parkes featured Mr Colwell, head of the Methodist Provinces in New Houd Wats, with Rev A J Gardner and Rev Thirt among the speakers. Music and readings were offered by Auldruism, Miso Wyaithuni, and a contributing group of the choir, while Mr Shift acted as master of ceremonies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toot Wiebl
Methodiats
Parkes
Ya Ray
Colwell
New Houd Wats
J. Donaghey
A. J. Gardner
Parker
Weagy
She Joon
Calder
Orhine
Myre Smith
Wytlahem
Weather Gloom to Warmth As Summer Plans Rise
Fragmented ad style notice lists warming forecasts for Lar and surrounding area. Mentions cooling aids from Mrs. Fowler of Chester Street and various tonics with names like Cooling Kors and Masnesis-Coolime. Indicates long term use of jars and bottles, with emphasis on avoiding heat and keeping solutions ready for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burata
Fragmentary note on a crowd and a showy exit
The readable lines describe a chaotic scene as a performer exits the stage with the crowd reacting. Details are unclear but imply a dramatic departure and a possible arrest or disruption.
Wedding at St Georges Church Parken January
The wedding of Colonel and Mrs Bloomfield’s daughter took place at St Georges Church Parken on January 8. The bride wore a white crystal gown with ornate lace and carried an ivory prayer book. attendants wore ambro cred blue dresses. After the ceremony, the couple traveled by train to the mountains and the bride’s journey suit featured a white gown with crystal embellishments.
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Georen
Parken
Eolonel
Mira
Bloomfield
Withgrwoot
Poselth
Alles
Sarah
A. T. Mateau
Mra Madcatt
Giltonbine
Trundle
Seymour Mrnith
Artiiue Baleali
Ana
Andy
Max Pike
Tridesroom
Ty Bloowhad
Carcoxr
Mtr
B. Bibomold Jett
Bydney
Rifle Shooting Trophy Result at Forbes Advocate Meet
Rifles fired at 200 and 400 yards with sixty shots per range in the Forbes Advocate trophy event. The winner was D. Donkinson scoring 84 36. Brownbill, White, and Bevsa also posted notable scores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Donkinson
Gbbivington
Pielder
Brownbill
White
Forbes Artvaente trophy opening range shoot prompts wind talk
A chaotic report describes opening trap events for the Forbes Artvaente trophy at the local range. Observers note tricky wind, careful aim, and the crowd debating whether practice or luck drives scores. Enthusiasts praise rifle shooting while discussing membership growth for the Forbes Club this year.
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Weanendiay
Ont
Forbes Club
Porey Ford
Fragmented list of stores and items in a bustling market
A garbled late stage OCR passage lists shops and goods in a town. Mentions Rankin Steven, B.A. Manmurd, a jeweller, and various items like New Year goods. The language suggests a bustling retail scene with mixed quality merchandise and references to prices and stock names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jewaller
Rankin Steven
Mansarira
Itm
Rankin-atrest
Cordes
War report from Eudunda city amid arrests and dispersals
A fragment reports Pastor Wichel from Eudunda and Miniaey Lutheram Church, plus Viet Loria, arrested by authorities. Melbourne German band members were detained and escorted to HQ after failing parole conditions. Details unclear and terms appear mistranscribed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byaney
Wichel
Miniaey
Lutheram
Eudunda
Viet Loria
Comitttury Auchorftiey
Malbourne
Hei Fine Baen
Alleged Enemy's Goods Held by Customs Officials
A consignment seized by authorities in Sydney is claimed to be originally dispatched from an enemy country and journeyed along a circuitous route to its destination. Officials say the matter will be formally stated in due course and a statement will be made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Frida
Gots
Hety
Melody
Turks at Work in Ambiguous Frontline Action
A misread dispatch describes Turkish efforts at a contested bridge by day and night. It mentions a former governor arriving with troops, ten hours of fighting, and heavy Turkish casualties among their opponents. The report alludes to Christian deaths and ensuing chaos amid shifting fronts.
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Sydiney
Peles
Abel Hiss
Tile
Christinas
Telegraphic Briefs From Bydenep Cabine t Continent Policy And Rail Plans
Fragmentary telegraph items report the Federal Cabinet agreeing on policy effect for the Commonwealth reference in Unionist affairs. Noted are rail construction plans for New Britain and Western districts, calls for 90 percent of city work, and a seizure at the instance of the Federal Attorney General. Also mentioned are Labor Council moves, a 24,200 tally for last year, and Portland Cement Company earnings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bydnep
Bax
Tle
N.b.wv
Melebavene Teale Cownell
Pint City
Enn Faladee
Aiurchleon
Whet
Portland Cement Coy
Tenaert
New Hata
Australia
Earthquake Strikes Italy Shakes Villages Near Mount Vulturna
A tremor in Italy near Mount Vulturna damages structures in Catena and nearby areas. Villagers report tidal effects and disrupted communications with the capital Provence as authorities warn of further instability. Partial destruction noted at Catena and Nabine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taly
Fittena
Provence
Daou
Femrad
Erate Aitautor
Catena Janie Pracina
Election of Mayors Under Local Government Act of 1908
In a fragmented notice, councils are to elect mayors for various municipalities between February 1 and 18 under the Local Government Act of 1908. A government minister is named to oversee public works and the Lees Government is to announce new appointments.
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Parkers and Forbes
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DIFP
Todmian Ave
Keevinsroo
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ADR
J. Stuart-Sinclair
Grenfell Street
Teposite Bowling Green
Griffiths
Milliney & Lady's
Rankin Street
Mtn
BFS
Hansard
Rankin ST
Trom
Sulbl
ST. Helier's
Bathurst
Toaronmha
Moostanenagen
Hidulls
Kawwimaiang Oy
AML
Assent
Lam
KCAL
SY. Holter
Bruce
Momebush Bales
Farmers Seed Wheat
Thor
Abe Jove
Null Marlow
John Hilal Énme
Iralny
Methodist Church
Yale
Smart
Forbes Advocate” Trophy
BAD Asd Lutheran
Tabriz
Norton Gridiths
Italy
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