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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1929
Page
4
An unoccupied weatherboard cottage on Parry Street in Camp Hill burned after a fire alarm at 210 Win. Fire crews found the cottage rapidly consumed by flames. It had been occupied by Mr. Bishop two months ago and was owned by Mr. Joseph Payne. Insurance valued the property at 160.
The Salvation Army in London circulated 1560 officer appeals and sent 1800 telegrams urging support during a General Council dispute. Contention centers on whether Mrs Willy may appeal to the Committee as the husband’s fate remains unclear amid troubling times and limited hope.
A man found on the Hammon by Constable Claire is sent to Grange mental asylum for trial. The report notes a separate case of drunkenness with fines and hard labor. A wall condition near Broadway is deemed dangerous and a safety repair plan is adopted.
Electrical Engineer Mr. Parker faces two six month probation periods as the Forbax Council meeting erupts over order and conduct. The night features suspensions, heated exchanges, and calls to open the council to the public while debates reveal procedural tensions and questions about the mayor and committee authority.
At Jemulone Council meeting officials discussed overdue rates totaling thousands of pounds. The clerk noted multiple residents owed the council, with figures around 2900 and 3000 pounds cited. The council debated extending payment time while emphasizing the need to recover funds.
Reports allege a betting scandal linked to a stage show titled Lady Mems at the Strand Theatre. The piece describes the cast, notably Taylor and Parker, with police involvement and planned court appearances, amid rumors of improprieties during performances.
A fragmented London dispatch notes a royal or official visit with references to the King, the Prince of Wales, and a scheduled therapy appointment. The text is garbled but suggests a public appearance or health check with mentions of Darvon and Tuesday events at the Palace.
MP A M Atkinron of Ilene Lyn Quasadialta died after a private hospital stay following heart failure. He was son of Sty Heber Auklind of Parken, spent youth in Meranburn and Manila, and later owned land near Quandialle. He served the Guam Agricultural Bureau and led the Bland Methodist Home Mission. Survived by a widow and four children. funeral at Bimbi cemetery officiated by Rev. W J Thomas.
A fragmented account describes a Holiday Tour covering 2500 miles with mentions of Mr Te Phos Forbes and a sequence of locations and people. The text references a meeting at Fricher, a solicitor trend, and a jockey event with spot on winners, suggesting a lengthy travel or horse racing context.
Incoherent OCR fragment mentions a car stand with new model promises and low prices amid high anticipation. References to a Chrysler stand, Imperial terrace style imagery, and a focus on a new Vivwonth model plus digital wine cost details appear garbled and incomplete.
The readable text describes a car model with a narrow core and shell, a radiator cover, and mohair upholstery standard on a closed model. It notes dashboard features and front compartment layouts, with mentions of a five-seat arrangement and a moderate price point.
AUSTIW presents a display of popular automotive items at the motor show. The Anatin range and Bett models are emphasized, with attention drawn to seven prototype displays and the tour by Holden. Other exhibitors are listed, noting limited details beyond the main attractions and notable models.
A highly fragmented OCR snippet mentions several names and terms without clear context or structure. It reads like disjointed phrases possibly referencing people, places, or titles, but no coherent event, dates, or actions emerge. The readable parts do not establish a concrete news item or outcome.
Auckland reports cheerful potato yields amid glut concerns. Trade groups push exports through channels to relieve surplus. Distributors face pressure as prices drift and domestic supply remains ample.
The item reports an estimated wheat standard and a large official weight record. Widespread figures cite 1 46,000,000 bushels and 1 £ 10,000,000, with Monday measurements and comparisons to past records. W. J. Boobine condemns the situation while Bowen notes impossibility under current conditions and calls for agricultural department action.
An article warns of petrol dangers and the risk of fire or explosion from petrol leaks and vapors. It notes high voltage and possible ignition sources, describing the potential for a ship or pipeline incident and the need for caution around fuel systems.
The community pays tribute to Mr. and Mrs. Reid in a Monday evening ceremony at The lis al, presided by Mr K. Daley. Speakers reflect on Reid's service as a host and Royal rep, with memories of Susan and other attendees. The event honors Reid as a longtime leader and contributor to local life.
Porbex Cricket Association schedules weekend matches on No 1 oval with Trundle and Foray Creek teams set to play. Lineups feature A Gagkin Tickner Greta Ce Cageia WAL B Cheshor L Kel WT Wear H Wilton Roxen Mctolm F Howard and others, while Purhes Ie aul follows T Carey Krumtul Winhton Hleomaehd C A Baliy Ke Hannutori J Sh Martin Ruswell Avion 11301. Foray CA will present Flor Creek with F Howard Lauder Millers J Chatham Knoxplor Wont T White W Bylen Minchey Ks I fit J Butler Wille a Orman tine.
The notice lists numerous applicants and parties connected with dairy penpristonn and associated entities. Included are names such as Hl Harber Conunll, Dairymen-Alwine, Rosaty, Ryciun aus, Ant an John, Markwayt Hinde Hicke, My Mahon, Alburt Johny Payhor, and many others. It notes warranted indue ndors for Inde Gop Newmans and mentions Maaland Hugh Delaney among others.
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