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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1923
Page
2
D J Murphy a public accountant and auditor announces installation of a tax system covering state and federal income tax land tax and war time profits tax. It includes a system of accounts for Marmera and Graziera with audits conducted and books updated.
A brief notice seeks a smart junior assistant for a retail store. Preference given to someone leaving school. Apply by letter to YX at Go This Oca.
Advert asks for a second hand piano in good condition for a teacher. Prefers Fraling's Pianos, state price and council. Not for instrument, apply to this office with PROFFESSIONAL in attention.
For sale a Ford de Luxe car recently bought last December and driven only 500 miles. The owner has no further use and offers cash or terms through F Rath & Co.
In memory of our son and brother Thomas Lowrey Jones who was drowned at Warreo on January 24, 1019 aged 15 years 7 months. One of the best of loving sons a brother kind and true. We loved him in life he a dear town still our sorrow is great inserted by his loving mother pis tera and brothers.
Government Gazette dated February 2 1923 announces an exchange proposal covering 400 seros across Goobang Carrobobolin and Monomb parishes in Cunningham. Objections must reach Forbes District Surveyor by March 6 1923. hollos displayed at Forbes Local Land Board and Crown Lands Office Parkes.
Impounded at Forbes on January 26, 1923 by Mr Hooper Wattle Grove one dark brindle cow no visible brand one white steer branded like A J conjoined over G side ways W out of ear one black and tan steer no visible brands one tan cow branded 4B conjoined with calf at foot if not released will be sold at this pound on Thursday February 15 1923
Accountant for WR B Bowler Incorporated announces relocation from Albion Hotel Building to Harold Street in the premises once used by the late R EB Reymond.
A collision on Forbes Parkes Road Saturday evening involved Gordon Sayers and James Hampton in Ford vehicles. Darcy driving the opposing car was temporarily blinded by lights causing the crash. Sayers suffered severe shock and was taken to Forbes Hospital. the other driver escaped unharmed.
The Railway Department announces cheap trains to Sydney and intermediate destinations in this issue. Details and particulars may be obtained from the station counters.
Notice points readers to an advertisement about diphtheria prevention in this issue. Parasents or guardians who wish to help authorities should contact the head teacher of the school their children attend for guidance and participation.
Conrad Hildebrand set a state record with a load of wheat to Calleen siding. The team of 16 horses pulled 407 baga at a gross 5 tons 17 cwt 2 grs and a nett 2 tons. The previous record by Hugh Lamont on 4 December used 14 horses and 424 bage for a gross 33 tons 6 cwt and nett 29 tons.
During a Canowindra trip last week the Ministers for Agriculture and Education urged a bridge over the Lachlan near Hugowra to serve youth and unlock thousands of acres for cultivation. The Agriculture Minister Chaffey pledged to study the proposal and assist if possible.
Staff reshuffle accompanies restart of studies at Forbes Intermediate High School following Melville’s removal. Women teachers Wheatley and Jackman depart for East Orange and a Botany area school. replacements include Miss McNonamin and Miss Elligton. Boys’ side sees Thomas replaced by Handcock. Hopson’s Wandary post taken by Miss Hayward. Brown leaves Tom’s Lagoon to open a stationer’s in Arecliffe, to be succeeded by Middleton.
Operations at the Daroobalgir works continue brisk. The end of tat stock is in sight and a halt will be necessary. The collapse of two freezing chambers has not affected killing operations. Rabbit treatment will be undertaken on a large scale, especially during winter months.
Tomorrow night at Strand Theatre Mabel Bal lin stars in The Journeys End with a triumphant inspirational tone. John Cumberland performs The Gay Old Dog a chuckle play with witty outbursts. Also shown is The Man of the Forest from Zane Grey and a mother love photoplay Break the News to Mother.
The article profiles Billy Elliott the electric comedian, noting his stage fame and his prior engineering skills. It recounts a moment after a Chicago show when a black audience member challenged him on racial solidarity, and mentions his upcoming first Forbes Btte Strand Theatre appearance on Thursday with expected crowded seats and reserved seats at Grinsted's.
At the Ashburnham District Council meeting the move to smaller districts was debated. Proposals would split Ashburnham into three councils with Parkes Peak Hill and Forbes as centers, branches to vote. Peak Hill and Garema branches favored the plan, pending branch reports.
Young bowlers visited Forbes on Anniversary Day for a Western District contest won by the local team. The match drew a crowd despite Young not fielding full strength, and spectators were entertained. Scores listed include McMurray Haydon Buckland Melgom Coates Weedon Rintowl Stewart Wiserathinagtons Boyne Plunkett Allen Kevin Stobo Marina McLennan Bel GEM Harris Flannery Stinson Broadbent Rimer Staunton Macalam Rabbets and Pees 19 32é.
Sir Neville Howge the newly elected Federal member for Calare officially opened the new rifle range at Cowra on Anniversary Day. The district mourns veteran farmer Amos Coram at 74, with survivors in Forbes Grenfell Road Kogarah Narromine and other towns.
See our new oda fountain. Nothing better in town. For ice cream and summer drinks, we stand alone. O. Buckland Easter suits. Austen & Pratley clothing. Mish Bath gate’s ranges. SHARLAND'S KOLA NIP available at hotels, clubs, chemists and stores. McDade Boot Repair Factory to begin operations soon with English and Colonial leathers.
In Chanak, Colonel Hughes says Kemalists may have a plan to overthrow Britain within five hours but doubts its impact. He notes famine ahead for the country and says Turks offer little resistance as graves work proceed. Anzaca would take firmer stance if trouble arises. The British Ministry of Labor cites evidence of ten centres picketing migration to Australia.
The Forbes District Hospital annual meeting filed its sixty first report, noting a year start with about £600 in credit and end near the same. Expenditure rose to just over £4000 with higher staff costs, fuel, and maintenance due to 194 patients treated, more private patients, and a higher daily average. Government subsidy near £32 expected to rise toward £1000, while hospital boxes yielded £27 1/4 with £16 from undisclosed donors. rail feeder and public support also cited.
Sydney dispatch reports Mr. Hughes leaving for Melbourne with speculation that if he retires, Mr. Bruce is likely to be elected his successor. The piece covers railway fare boosts boosting weekend travel, immigration concerns, Labor Party shifts, and plans for North Shore bridge work. It notes other items including factory plans, a Whitton fire, a missing physicist, and gold yields in Victoria.
At the Sydney wool sales on January 17, B Malloy of Pine Vale secured 10d per lb for merino fleece, a district record. G N Grieve returns, has bought Mylandra Park. Hunter leaves the district. J Saville of Mylandra Creek seeks medical care for a bad arm. Our cricketers have three straight wins, beating Warraderry by four wickets and two runs, with 7 Wickets for 5 runs by our schoolboy bowler. We beat Cumbijowa by 111 runs in the first innings. P Tickner took 7 for 14. last Sunday beat Warraderry again by nine wickets. Fred Tickner bowled well with five wickets. M Gannon and T O’Heally unbeaten for 64 and 47. We plan to go to Grenfell on February 11 to contest the Lehman Cup, aiming to improve on last year’s effort.
At Forbes Court T H Turner faced minor penalties for failing to return an expired motor license. Walter Cushman and Mra Kilhen M A Douglas, first offenders, pleaded guilty by letter and were fined £8 with 4 shillings costs for failing to destroy a rabid dog to the satisfaction of the Forbes PP Board. R M Channon pursued Wim H Teggarth over two counts of keeping a savage dog that bit a woman and threatened another. The defense argued not guilty and testimony detailed a severe bite on the complainant’s left leg in November and a second wild encounter in December. The case ended with the proceedings being dismissed.
A garbled local column lists a court witness sworn in, a 40 attempt on a Melbourne Sydney record in 18 hours 20 minutes, cricket scores Victoria vs New South Wales with high totals, and various local items. It notes future events at Forbes and Red Creek, a fire alarm at Club House Hotel, musings on papers changing hands, repairs by McDade, and clothing at Austen Pratley with prices from 62/6 to 6 pounds 6 shillings.
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