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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 27, 1925
Page
2
A fragment notes Alfred Stokes lent £1000 to the Forbes District Hospital as a legacy. The timing suggests last Friday in August, with repayment planned as ten yearly installments. The text hints a misprint altered meaning, affecting the record of the loan.
A mosaic of local news items from Forbes and nearby areas details visits, travels, and affiliations of residents and officials. Mentions include Mey aid Ryan in Wellington district, Mire Kynaraialoy events, connections to the Repatriation Department, and various social and professional ties among Forbes residents and visitors.
A meeting of the members of the club will be held at Kelly Hotel on Thursday night next at 8 pm. The agenda includes consideration of a proposed programme and general matters. President Wit. 9. eILcRUBT.
Fragmentary notice lists a young saxophonist in the west with a musical act. It mentions Terme on applica and Balteterrear Torben with a phone contact, giving a glimpse of a local performance listing.
Job notice invites boarders for the January 1826 term at St Andrew's Presbyterian Hostel opposite the high and primary schools. Applicants should apply at once to the hostel secretary for full particulars.
Auctioneer BONESDAY announces a sale with mixed items including Merino lambs cattle and other livestock and goods. The notice lists several names such as O REILLY Mackie and Tahagonng and directs bids without reserve.
The Commission considers three new states for the West. Citizens may submit views or objections to the secretary of the new states commission, care of the Chief Secretary's Department. Public input should be directed to the proposal of the Western State for the Weer hag.
A garbled report notes yesterday's sporting events with mentions of cricket carnival, track races, and junior cricket. It references a defeat motive and racing action with scattered names and phrases, indicating a busy day of sports short on clear details.
Fragmented OCR from a 19th century page reports an event called Forbe’s Invasion with scattered names and notes on district activity. Mentions of Mr A O McPhilinmy and a warehouse, plus comments on vehicles and ads suggest a bustling town scene with unclear dates and places.
Grontwit reports on junior cricket activities with brief notes about recent matches and player performances. The item highlights youth cricket developments and upcoming fixtures in a concise local sports update.
The follow the daily of thin Toren Intermediate High tichoo were wuc evnatul in the Leaving Certifingte Ex ation Leo Dickinen Garton.
Landowners in Forbes are warned to respond immediately per Boullon 19. The Forbes Pan Fea Protection Board announces land sale arrangements and required returns. Penalty maximum £20 applies. secretary Lacell urges action and forwarding of bids or notices to avoid further proceedings.
Fragmentary OCR note describes a meeting convened by the mayor with aims of public attendance at a future event. It mentions a reformist or memorial focus and inclusive attendance for those “at heart” or concerned citizens. The readable text is unclear on date or exact agenda.
Padnolla sale advertised by Moore Brooks and Co offers the entire farming concern including stock implements and tools. Purchasers gain opportunity to acquire good land, hay, and machinery as well as fuel and dairy equipment. The sale is set for February 11.
Advertised sale to be held on Wednesday February 4 at Mr W Cordingleys Oakeley property, 18 miles from Grenfell and 8 miles from Chagabal. Stock, machinery, and household furniture to be sold by auctioneer Mr A Trevial of Grenfell.
Meswra and Goulburn schedules list a sheep sale at Crookwell on Thursday and cattle and horse sales at Goulburn on February 9 and March 3. Advertisements note July and monthly farm stock listings with several lots and vendors, with future notices to follow in this newspaper.
A public notice outlines a planned subdivision of an estate totaling about 30 000 acres across multiple townships. The action is set for Thursday in March at Trumtio with support from local firms Mewire Dalgety and Co Burney and branches, and Cull if Martin. The plan promises suitable land for cultivation and timber use, with experienced executors assisting.
A playful-vibrant vaudeville bill at the Town Hall features Diantias the Mysteolony and a lineup including Sydney Fauc enor Eily Algood Laie Duggan Muriel Creber George Bentley Jurke Risdon Haydon Golding and others. Acts range from comedy to juggling and piano with reserved seating at Chambers An's and a percentage note for the Porkes Nodel Bani.
Forbes Coursing Club announces its first meeting at the Mint Office on Thursday next with an earlier start. Attendance hoped. last year’s success noted. Formation of Western Council of Coursing Clubs discussed with Parkes and Grenfell as headquarters.
A fragmented OCR of a local sports meet at Forbes and Grenfell lists shooters, scores, and participants. The text names several clubs and competitors including Parkes and Forbes figures, with event results and winnings across multiple sprint and rifle events.
Fragmentary text reports many boating mooring accidents and mentions a prime minister and various names in a garbled memory. lacks coherent events or verifiable details to form a full news item.
Local shop Austen and Pratley advertise tailored suits and women’s frocks as modern, affordable options. The Forbes Advocate notes a display of gentlemen’s wear at the window, with sizes, prices, and a focus on ready wear and dressy outfits for men.
A list of donors and amounts toward the Forbes Soldiers Memorial appears, naming Austen, Cahill, Domners Hon, John Mengber, Edward Weaver and Co, T Webb, B Wemblen, B A Austen, Biliony, and HTB Swant, with several payments ranging from £6 to £10 10s. The note invites further subscriptions from the public via the listed contacts.
Local notices announce January sales by KEFNE and BUTLER'S SALES Volliwite and others for Bedgerabong area properties and household goods. Listings include furniture, domestic effects, farm plant, wagon, engine, and tools with dates around January 29 to February 7, plus advertising chores and contact details.
A lively event featured a breezed camino smoothing tents and crowds at Sutabury with refreshment stalls run by local committees led by Measin and Moore. Spectators watched diving contests and pool displays as competitors from Grenfell to Condabolin showcased skill, while officials led by P HT Bennett coordinated arrangements and lifeguard safety across the grounds.
Film flash parade at The Strand draws crowds as George Agnew Chamberlain presents The Land and Pagan Passion with sensational dance and musical acts. Peggy and Antonia Morey headline amid buoyant reviews. memories of recent city events accompany a busy program including Dive events and a notable art exhibit by Forbes School of Art funded carnival.
In encultent order for Bygowra races yesterday the crowd witnessed a lively day. Winners included Mayer Port and Dolly Benton with several horses and odds noted across multiple handicap and stakes events.
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