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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1945
Page
3
Prime ewes and wethers to be sold at Forbes sale. Buyers urged to inspect stock on property and contact Saddlery at Morden for further details. Wanted ladies and gent birgeins reasonably priced byana wool brokers. Also advertised: telepar street wool brokers seeking prime stock at improved prices.
A damaged fragment describes a December sale at a meat works area where Weaver and Co operated with Rogers Alsat Cinniany. Prime quality sheep and lambs dominated the yarding, prices were higher than prior sales for Christmas week, and various grades and brands are listed with figures such as 1 to 1 1/4 and 18/20.
The article lists candidates advanced in the Forbes Intercollege entrance exams across many subjects such as Mathematics, History, Geology, Biology, and Physics. It notes qualifying marks, honors, and that successful examinees may pursue matriculation, with deadlines and forms available from the Department of Balem.
The wool market shows mixed quality with active buyers and varying prices. Traders note strong demand for specific grades while softer offerings linger, affecting overall sentiment. Local brokers discuss futures and supply constraints as the season progresses.
A garbled 19th century style tribute recalls Australian service members in World War II era battles and homefront duties. The fragmented text mentions January actions, army involvement, and mentions of ships, squadrons, and civilian effort, with references to Australia and a wartime context.
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