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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1918
Page
4
The Forbes Wing Club faces fixture damage at the simpen tion bridge causing repairs during the week. A committee meeting to discuss the annual setup was postponed to Monday night. attention shifts to the quarter rates and advance bookings for the year.
An old newspaper advertisement promoting branding services by W Brownhill, proprietor. The brief notice highlights branding offerings and the business name, reflecting a local tradesman page.
The article notes a dedication by veterans groups and officials to support servicemen. It mentions a jury and a solemn pledge to uphold the heavenly will and duties of the association, emphasizing duty, honor, and remembrance for returned soldiers.
The article outlines tax policy details including a ten percent rate on certain incomes and prorated calculations for sums. It references standard allowances and a provisional framework by the House and national authorities, with emphasis on income limits and filing implications.
In a chaotic incident at Nowlar near Sigeara hot winds spread fire across a wheat yard. Firefighters from local teams battled the blaze as neighbors reported smoke and scorched fields. Witnesses recalled hearing distant explosions while authorities investigated the cause and any damage beyond the initial flames.
Fragmentary OCR notes recount a sheep sale in Austin Texas with references to bidders and lots. The garbled text mentions ewe and ram lots, quantities, and completion notes but details are unreadable. The piece hints at a public sale event and paperwork closing after a period.
An interdistrict cricket match will be played at Hugowra on 27th inst at 10 am, featuring EwKowra university WIagonE combined against Fochen and South Forbes combined. The Eugowra-Coolugonx combination lists players Kirby Uk Merbert Fy ApaMing Pi Rive and others with Beall Stack Viaydon Glntl among lineup.
A fatal driving accident occurred Saturday near Mooligong involving a Well-known resident of Siiwirt Town, identified as Nolan. Police and witnesses described a chaotic scene with a collision and injuries. The full report will appear in Tuesday’s issue.
A report from a social event at Catania Hall describes a gathering to honor the boys with informal speeches and a presentation by local organizers. The evening featured remarks by Mr Murry and Mrs Lozott, with a focus on morale, support, and future plans for the group.
A garbled note from Qoolagong News hints at an Advocate item due Tuesday. The text suggests a budget of briefs and local tidbits delayed for the Lo- day edition, with reader guidance unclear.
A confusing sale notice outlines a major station sale in Australia with executors the Watate of the Joeky Amex and Winchcombs Carwon Ltd handling the administration. The property includes large tracts of land, about 1 500 amen of ten os, 25 000 sheep, 1265 vaitio anu JAA horses, and mentions T.M. and J. Grille as purchasers.
Fragmentary text refers to a sale notice or property action involving individuals named Pearce Willan and Joep, with possible place names and property details unreadable. No clear event date or outcome is establishable from the readable text.
Crowds gather outside the town hall tonight as conscriptionists demand a place to speak. A motor car owned by Mr Wile Hina of Colette is destroyed by fire on Sunday, with one cap set and a man injured by agents. The crowd plans to post warnings by Portia before 10 o clock tomorrow morning. A wedding at Parkes sees the bride’s mother enculed for 2760. The Parkes Shire selector reports two years service for a soldier. The Advocate notes strikes, taxes, and shortages with reports of scarce goods and rising prices. The piece also mentions a London hotel attack, war-related casualties, and ongoing public notices about war-time measures.
The visiting Orange Will team arrives by wall train Saturday morning and play starts soon after at Be ’ible. Local players urged to attend, with plans for afternoon tea on the return train.
Fragmented notes report a chaotic array of local events from Da roobuliles and Forber Ponties area. Mentions include racing plans, meetings, and political activity with scattered names like Mir J Serg, J. Feld Lamhe, and Mrs Paina. The jumble describes social gatherings, property purchases, and a mix of court and public notices amid uncertain dates.
A half yearly report from the Bydmey Labor Council notes that Aye Knows have withdrawn from al- Hilation. The secretary presented a scheme to reorganize the unions.
The article details widespread flooding in Rockhampton affecting businesses and homes. It notes many refugees returning by train and police conducting search and rescue operations as crews battle the rising waters and widespread damage across the town.
A fragmented report outlines calls from a federation urging government action on labor regulation. The piece notes global labor concerns and industry responses amid ongoing peace talks and policy debates.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a senator named Dougell and references a safety or insurancy topic, with scattered terms suggesting a discussion of an Australian home canal project and international matters involving the United States. Limited readable names and events.
Fragmented text references voluntary system, conferences with NSW Committee, and a call to continue a movement. Mentions Alex and X.3.A as participants, with vague vows and waivers. No clear dates, places, or concrete actions can be confirmed from the readable portion. The excerpt’s incompleteness limits precise reporting.
The Federal Governorate announces a raise of Australian hare dumie to 60,000,000 from Sydney on Friday, total note issue reported at 260,900,000.
Fragmentary OCR details list stock sale figures and vendors including Western Stuck of Home and Forbes VA but lacks coherent structure. Reads like dated entries with partial prices and quantities, several names garbled. Likely a market listing with mixed items and numbers.
A London Times dispatch and Washington despatch discuss Irish question, American wartime finance, and possible reforms. The Washington view suggests Ireland may gain autonomy after the war, with Carson’s leadership and US investment shaping settlement prospects. The piece notes Irish sentiment shifting from simple loyalty to active engagement in shaping postwar governance.
Fragmented teletypes reveal confusion in Commons style and press reports about naval and land operations. Conflicting notes mention evacuations, weather, and shifting alliances as nations confront stalemates and seek decisive moves in Europe.
The Vienna strike action risks provoking government reforms and trading demands, with the Berliner Tageblatt noting delicate negotiations and warnings of military action if authorities respond harshly. Suppression rumors and foreign press cautions echo through Vienna as officials weigh concessions.
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