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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1915
Page
4
This notice offers superior lodging for visitors from the country and invites applications to the principals for terms and all particulars. The item preserves formal tone and directs inquiries to the principals.
Kensington facility lists weekly charges starting at 3 guineas with special rate for pre maternity patients at 14 guineas per week. Statement attributed to MRSH Watson-Brown, A.T.N,A.
Albion Chambers and P Thompson advertise as accountant and commission agent offering insurance on crops and mares in foal, money advances on security, and privacy for promissory notes. They invite farmers to consult before going elsewhere and provide contact phone 112 and box 65.
The Right Rev. Bishop of Bathurst visits as principal Migs M. EB. Lawrence leads pupils prepared for Sydney University exams and Associated Board exams. Located on its own grounds of several acres with large rooms and verandahs for sleeping out, health and comfort of pupils prioritized.
Walter J Kelly and Co advertise auctioneering services across the state including stock and property lists on application. They offer trust money lending at low rates and act as district agents for Dalgety and Co Ltd with liberal advances on wool and stock for Parkes Forbes and Peak Hill.
Mr and Mrs R C Cooper announce a family event at their residence Chel gen Villa Andrew Street Inverell. The notice mentions a transfer or financial matter with amounts and a date parts of the from and to details.
Friday July 9 1915 Current Topics reports the resignation of H A Turner from the Forbes gas manager post. The acting manager is Rk Crippin.
Orchardists and others are reminded of the pruning demonstration at Mr Dan Nicolas orchard, tomorrow at 10:30 AM. The demonstration will be given to Mr J di BH Bryant of the Department of Agriculture, Sydney. All interested in growing should attend.
Mr Ernest Richardson sold the well known Post Ollive Hotel to Mr TC Ginty with effect within a month. Ginty is a respected local figure and the sale, arranged by Lou Laneyrie of Turner and Laneyrie stock and station agents, comes as a surprise to many friends.
Mr Lou Laneyrie, a well known Forbes district figure and expert in stock and station matters, leaves for Condobolin today to partner with Mr Turner, a stock and station agent. He is praised as a sharp, capable businessman and a skilled pigeon shot, expected to succeed in his new venture.
The Advocate front page shows the £5 donation list for the Australia Day fund up to the latest issue. Since then, additional amounts have been received and recorded, continuing the tally of community support displayed in the local issue.
A prisoner fined eight pounds in default four months hard label is moved to Bathurst after failing to pay. Chain restraints and a taunting crowd highlight a somber scene as the legacy of convicts and warders echoes in memory.
Roy Lewis signs a five item list with nine others to contribute funds. Contributors include Tar, Tewls, Delphery, Broadbent, and Jack. Details show amounts around five pounds and delivery figures.
A nickel bagged charity event at Mr Emmett’s Tulchew residence on Australia Day drew a large crowd of guests. Each attendee brought gifts for Houp Gataille to support the fund, with about 100 gifts collected and B F White assisting in entertaining guests.
Private George Millar writes from military service to Forbes reflecting on wartime life. He recalls seeing the Dardanelles bombardment, Lizzie blow up a fort in two shots, and Australian and New Zealand troops advancing in Egypt. He mentions friends enlisting, letters from home, and local weather amid the war.
For their country, key Forbes district soldiers are named as killed or wounded at the front. Killed: Barton H P Forbes, Bird B B Fifield, Combe Cassimir J Forbes, Elliot J I Grawlin, Ferguson M C Forbes, Hall F D F Fifield, Shine Joseph Hugowra, Kendall V H Forbes. Wounded: Bartlett D Yarrabandal, Booth William H Forbes, Browne Clarence, Connor H Ootha, Dunne A W Holland C E Wandary, Long John Trundle, M''Millan Roy Bugowra, Sloane John Bugowra, Etrickland 8 Forbes, Turner A B Turner, Cecil, Watson H B Fifield. If place missing, enlistment outside district.
In the second round results Rath defeats Kevin 31 15 while Strickland beats Nelson 21 18 and Reymond receives a forfeit from Rawlins. Delohery defeats Reymond 21 12 in a third round match. round three must finish by Wednesday July 14. Malleries Company Ltd presents a pair of silver-mounted bowls to the club.
Bob Pacey of Canning Gap injured when his plough jasped over his leg in soft ground. He was badly bruised and treated after a local medical man arrived from Forbes. At Nonima station, EF Cullen cut his foot while cutting scrub when the axe slipped. On the Eugowra road seven miles out, Mr Bean insurance agent and Mr Arthur Stokes were in a car crash. Ewan’s car skidded in mud and overturned. both occupants suffered bruises and minor injuries.
A large turnout of soldiers participated in a rifle shooting event on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons. The competition for the trophy sheet begins this coming week, with notable scores posted by Shirvington, Browntil, Ford, Sweet, and Haydon among others.
An early 20th century advertisement claims Woods Great Peppermint Cure relieves chronic chest complaints. It promotes a herbal remedy with promises of quick relief and general health benefits, typical of patent medicine ads of the era.
A local office in Athlet Chambers is opened by the local Australia Day Committee with PF Lo Richardson as a contact. The decor features photographs of soldiers at the front, signaling forthcoming events in the coming weeks.
Australia Day drive details show boxes issued at town hall with approval by committee. An executive meeting is planned for Monday evening. Mrs M Leal donated a three-decker seed cake for raffling at 1d, promoting funds. The procession assembly is at Osborne Hall at 10 am with a route through local streets. A book stall run by Mrs Moloney and others operates at Armstrong’s corner. A ram named Australia Day was sold at Sydney stud sheep sales, raising substantial funds with several buyers, including F Edols of Burrawang.
An advertisement describes a large art union offering prizes including a Clayiois, a horse, an overmantle, and an incubator. Tickets cost a small amount and are expected to sell quickly as part of the promotion.
At a Calarie public meeting on Wednesday night the community planned a major effort for the Australia Tag movement. A large hall event is set for Monday night July 19 with refreshments and double tickets. J. Harding is the honorary secretary. W. G. Uphill pledged £5 to Calarie collections, aiming to clash with Forbes Australia Day arrangements.
The Attorney-General agrees to permit raffles under defined conditions to raise funds for Australia Day. Interested parties should contact Mr A. Wickham, C.P.8 Forbes, to obtain the necessary book and permission.
Manson's announces prompt delivery of boys and mens suits to measure with tweed patterns to choose from. Seasonable weights and latest styles offered, ensuring prompt fitting and selection.
Forbes volunteers report for active service in the past days. Names include MColl, P H Withers, Frank Magill, Joe Haylock, and two Bogan Gate lads now in the Light Horse seventh reinforcements. Cecil Wheatley, a Forbes well-known resident, has enlisted for the front. Other Forbes men listed in Sydney papers include Private F Ager, reported malaria. A letter from Private William Booth, Cairo hospital, appears in this issue. Shaw Strickland, Jim Grownhill, and H G Hardendale sent simple post cards dated May 23. Corporals Walter Robb and Johnnie Shanahan aboard recent transports. Private W S Billy Hall writes from Cairo hoping to depart May 25. Sapper T E Crane wounded in knee, later amputated, hospital letter from Gibraltar.
Fragmentary OCR notes advertise discounts on men's light boots with sale prices and dates. It mentions ladies' shoes at reduced prices and a 1/6 peppermint cure for children. The fragment also urges thinking about a warm winter suit and names C. C. Buckland as the taller to make them.
Mr Gordon Lindsay has been appointed to the Forbes Lands Office staff. Lindsay and his father, ex-member of the local office, are mentioned. Also noted is Jack Edgar leaving Forbes for Young then Liverpool camp before heading to the front. A Sydney death, Arthur Richard Hudson, aged 43, husband and father of nine, is reported along with a Liverpool camp update for Claude Elliott. The estate of the late Edward Herbert, Eugowra farmer, valued at £19,988 1/9, details executors, beneficiaries, and annuity arrangements for his widow and children.
Mr W W Mahoney sub-agent for Norton Grims Ltd arrived in Forbes and stated that work on the Forbes Stocks oblong railway line, long delayed, has resumed. He is staying temporarily in town but will soon have accommodation on site. Material is en route and work will start at this end as soon as it arrives. Horse feed prices may affect labor, but a sizable crew is expected soon.
Jottings record two large Forbes made Red Cross bales forwarded to Sydney on Wednesday. Death in Goulburn of Henry F Caspers father of Australian singer Elia Caspers aged 66. Rain and post office registrations noted in Forbes Monday night and Tuesday. William McKay fined for drunken disorderly conduct at Forbes Police Court. Local training drills planned for Australia Day and gymnastic preparations for the event. Auction sale advertised in Thomas Tic hurst estate Vera Home. Parkes rabbit case damages lead to Beehy retained by plaintiff J P Lynch against Rawlins Low and Toms.
A vintage ad notes a Cash Boot Sale at M Dade with a splendid selection of men's, women's, and children's footwear. It also promotes Woods' Great Peppermat Cure for bronchial coughs, price 1/6.
Sydney reports a Tyrolean battle in a blizzard where fog blocked searchlights and Austrians evacuated as Turkish reinforcements to Gallipoli entered the fray. Estimates place recent casualties around 20,000. Lord Mersey ruled the Falaba sinking unjustified, noting it was unarmed and that the submarine captain appeared to sacrifice passengers.
Joseph Cook warns in a Bays statement that society confronts the greatest tragedy of ages and calls for everyone to play their part in confronting it. The remarks emphasize collective responsibility and urgent action amid a crisis.
Despite heavy rain, 781 men enlisted in Melbourne yesterday raising the four day total to 2730. Sydney recorded 163 new recruits. Arrangements for the State recruiting campaign are being completed as rapidly as possible.
The Federal Government will introduce next week a bill authorizing a loan of five million pounds. Mr Cook expressed pleasure at the turn of events.
The British steamer Minnehaha of Kh tons, on the New York to Britain route, caught fire at sea possibly due to bombs placed by a German sympathizer. She is returning to Halifax with a large ammunition cargo and the fire reportedly under control.
In a billiard tournament at Mr Allan Morgan's saloon the latest results include Buckley defeating Ginty by 51 and Stingon defeating Glynn by 67. Prizes are a gold medal valued £9 2s, plus £2 cash for the winner, £2 for runner up, £1 for third, and a booby prize of £1 1s for first-round losers.
Manson's has opened its first sale of Spring Goods for the show with new dress fabrics. M'Dade's Great Annual Cash Boot Sale begins Saturday, July 10 with bargains outbargained and footwear at bedrock prices, urging early purchases for show costumes.
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