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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 22, 1915
Page
4
A damaged OCR fragment describes an auction event on a Sunday in January at Margong involving a mortgage foreclosure. It mentions a farm property and household items to be sold, with emphasis on the sale’s opening and the property’s condition.
The Eugenowra murder case involves Prodoctk Ryan sentenced to death in Sydney. The jury will return on Tuesday with a possible sentence of life or other term. The crime occurred near Bugowra on November 1, involving multiple assailants who struck Calla Waldron. she died after being wounded in Forbes.
In a wartime incident near Yarmouth authorities report meroplanes activity with many explosions. Several houses damaged. Twenty five families evacuated. A soldier wounded and one resident died. A crash site at Grimston noted with ammunition storages. A parachute or vehicle wreckage found at Kine. Authorities believe two more fatalities occurred.
A fragmented notice notes preparations at a Sydney institution and an aviation board facility. The readable text references a collaborative program or procedure involving organic components, research groups, and a local board office.
A January 22 1916 article discusses Zeppelin raids on Britain and German naval power. It highlights British resilience and naval superiority, critiques German airship strategy, and considers public morale and the impact of aerial warfare on civilian life.
The article previews the Lachiaw River meet on Anniversary Day with notable participants from Sydney and local clubs. It highlights a variety of events including springboard diving and tower dives. Brimming with anticipation, organizers expect strong performances from top swimmers and divers as fans look for exciting displays.
Government agent George Rath of Darjing vod Co. is appointed to buy wheat for Forbes. Misunderstandings arose over the appointment but Rath has begun coordinating purchases. Farmers near Fortes and Grintell report movements of wagons and carts for wheat delivery.
Wool and livestock prices and yarded quantities listed for sheep and lambs at various markets and names, including Kooi, Livingstone, Brutekirk, and Prawley. Market figures show prices per head or per yarded, with notes on lambs, ewes, and bulls in Somerset district listings.
Mr Grahame Fow of Napear Gou lagone writes to the Agricultural Gazette claiming a new method using mice and wheat bags to deter rats in wheat storage. He reports trial results, noting it failed to deter rats and offered no experience with the method.
Abie Bee reports a Tuesday night blaze at Parkes near Paddy's Market on Claritin Street. The fire destroyed a shop, damaged Walia bakery and Jones and Mr R Shaw’s bakery, with eight cars burned in the square. Fire moved through the area before being contained.
Probate of the will for tile Pano Kenny farm at Mungery granted. The estate valued at 784 pounds. The widow inherits the asset while executors Gmartin of Faves and Naps of Nayromine manage the settlement. Sale subject to ministerial approval. Edward Weaver and Forbes noted as trustees.
A garbled report mentions Jack M Ger of Parkus and Anck Cutterd of For der with uncertain ties to Australian soldiers. It references a gunnetme, splouid tet Woroes AP Palra, and mutIVYs with unclear names. The piece hints at wartime chatter, detritus mites, and financial concerns, noting 40,000 of something in Calra and men at a patitors’ duty with pennies per amount.
An old retailer touts unbeatable bargains on brooches, necklaces, rings, and wrist jewelry at low prices. He claims the latest trims and imitation stones are the fad, urging customers to shop at his Humtve’s store on Raulkine Street for cheap, fashionable pieces described as refined and modern.
Fragmentary OCR text references Orkney and a general discussion of quality and shine. Many garbled words and names appear without coherent events or actions to summarize meaningfully.
Fragmented notes recount expected arrival of a public figure in Melbourne and report assorted community events. Includes social engagements, a marriage notice, and brief mentions of local incidents, a railway schedule, and family announcements with names like Bedgerabung, Holy Print Church, and Gobacraionn.
Fragmentary notices from Yad Datonee Department reveal political friction over credential production and ministerial statements about government buybacks. Reports reference a dramatic murder in Italy, a 20 year old survivor, a crowded fair, a town band program, and local auctions, with weather and civic events listed alongside.
Sydney reports Zeppelins over Yarmouth and eastern towns Tuesday night, dropping bombs and causing casualties. Four killed and several injured as shells hit houses near the sea front. fragments damaged a National Memorial room. Royal family remained in London. air raids traced to Norfolk and surrounding counties.
Fragmented text discusses upcoming warm weather and cooling methods with unclear names and scattered phrases. Mentions heating, cooling devices, and casual references to people, places, and actions, but lacks coherent details or identifiable events.
A figtman was fined at Batlavat Tor for making a false declaration while signing a Federal electoral card. The incident highlights irregularities in the electoral process and underscores enforcement actions by authorities.
Fragmented text outlines government policy debates in Australia with references to Priday Ay Hughes Muir and Sotah Acwles. Mentions securing 1 n filed at the front and Home of the willnamls ewshiL of KE war. Overall unclear due to garbled OCR.
A committee of the French Aviation League of Hoty received five thousand pounds from the State Government. Funds are earmarked for modifications and improvements to hospital and emergency transport services, including motor ambulances and related equipment for troop and civilian use.
A Petrograd commentator notes Turkish troops in retreat amid shifting frontline positions. The dispatch describes Turkish forces pulling back as Soviet and allied lines pressure, with unclear casualty figures and ongoing military maneuvers shaping future advances.
The late Miss Farrand, 27, daughter of Mr and Mrs J J Farrand of Peo Wonkalong, died after a sudden illness. She was popular with many friends and mourned by her family. The funeral occurred at the Church of England Cemetery with a mourning gathering attended by Moys and A Gardiner officiating. The final rites were conducted by Henry C Whitey.
Sydney report outlines government works funding and railway projects from November to next year plus a murder case. It notes a chief justice remark on a crime, Labor Council actions, wheat board, and potential constitutional shifts. Also mentions dockyard appeals and stock prices as of yesterday.
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