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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 10, 1923
Page
2
A disrupted notice reports park security, stray animal impoundments and enforcement actions. It mentions new park balance controls and potential impoundments of property, with unclear references to local authorities and times. The text is fragmented and lacks coherent names or dates.
A fragmented listing mentions canvas wares sold by Albert Jones at 27 Market Street Sydney. Items include canvas goods for boats and tents, rugs, blinds, tarpaulins, covers, waterprooft fabric, and related excellent workmanship.
An unclear listing appears to reference Wisella & Co. Ltd and a local agent with a garbled phone line description. The text suggests a trade notice or advertisement fragment involving AmO and Oruan tuning wa fairs and Proctor, but specific details are unreadable.
Golf notices indicate all competitions paused on Saturday due to weather. Next day plans show a two round stroke event for the amateur division, with preparations underway for the main trophy and potential ready for the new format.
A June meeting of Jemalong Shire Council debated funding for the Lachlan River bridge at Calis Crowts. The council expressed concerns about the cost and feasibility, noting that further work is blocked by unresolved issues and possible limitations from authorities.
Fragmented note reports stock market activity with auctioneer J Woods. Mentions fading values, hours, and prices around 43.67 with silver and other entries. Negotiations or trades seem to occur through the day Saturday and into Me or May.
A group including Mr We Cambium and Hayiene faced a perilous day as their craft ran aground in shallow water near a river. They were forced to scramble into trees to avoid rising waters while a Norse mood and fear pressed in.
A scrambled OCR report outlines a proposed drastic action by Forbes Passuree Protection Board involving stock, stock inspectors, and various officials. The document references bonuses, travelling stock permits, and potential tax or price measures, with financial figures like £50,000 and £200,000 noted, plus discussions of stock sales, calves, and wool production. The text names several individuals and committees in a colonial governance context, detailing plan items, rates, and procedural steps.
The report notes Sir Neville Howse being appointed to represent Australia at the annual meeting of the League of Nations alongside Mr Stephen Mathias. A local incident describes a woodyard worker sustaining a bad hand injury from a chain, leading to amputation at District Hospital. Also mentioned is the Forbes death of James Marks, aged 4, and the marriage of Madaling Sayers to George Buyers’ son. A Nunouuile cricketer and a near-miss at Penk Ith are briefly cited.
A correspondent reports a sit-in demonstration near the river bank and waterworks as workers demand better water supply and oversight. The letter asks why health and nuisance inspectors are not appointed and urges the mayor to consider the petition.
A heated letter column accuses Monwoanga players and supporters of poor sportsmanship amid slanderous remarks about spectators from Yerrabusrtad. Readers defend the hospitality shown at Warrabanda games, while calls mount to boycott the rival group.
Jottings record raceday results with winners J Roger nook Rod Bowen and Jack Toxora in open company. Rod Bowen praised as standout while Rogere and others like Jack Toxora show multiple triumphs across 1 5 8 and 7 furlongs. Also mentions cat product display at Albion Motel and various breeders amid a busy day.
Garbled report lists match results with several team names and scores in a confused layout. Key items include Gooinwong defeating Brovralde by 9, Calaris-Plyara beating Cunawindre, Wirringe defeating Bedgeraboue, and P&B OAD Cenowludra noted among results.
Two teams clashed on greasy, slippery ground in a Sunday showdown. Emeralds led by Lolan and Haydon pushed plays, while Goolagong relied on early halt advantages and Tener’s smart moves to counter. A tight, evenly contested 9 point margin determined by late miscues and tenacious defense.
Federals and Calarie favored in a high temper rugby match at the Matter centre. Key players include Jimmy Haleor Hugo and Webber with penalties from Clothier and Pranew. Referee Mr Stark McDonald oversaw play amid migration concerns not attracting protests.
Bedgerabong 4 Wirrinya to Undywrabong on funder. Leasing at six o clock in the morning. They arrived on the lot of vlny. Owing to the rule of Lirw rudy wind the river they journeyed via Borgo Park where they were provided with a hut of ten and a tematon, towing the private foottridgs. In the ensuing game they defeated Radgyra vous by one point with Gallagher scoring a try and Conway kicking three penalty goals. A full repast followed before departure, returning Wirrjningy belie.
A vivid report describes a hard fought centre stage match with Weald and Panowulen as key figures. Engowra relied on forward work while Canon-Indra and Kuwowra pressed for goals. D Greenhalgh and J Ballon impressed with precise kicking and turnarounds, as Lovinig B Ward led Canowinden with a late try and goal amid a tense finish.
Fragmented notes describe a meeting where attendance was discussed to prevent unrest and only a few attendees remained. A recommendation for Cowell’s application was debated and unanimously endorsed, with broader references to Emeraldy, the Federal Uhvhyatorrgd Beek, and the Wiering Club context.
Fragmented account notes a deadlock and one objection at a league match. Protest by Yederate and dispute over boundary line involve Goolagong and Forbes saga. Umpire change and field decisions amid a drawn contest and upcoming fixtures.
The obituary outlines Lachlan McLean a prominent rider and former manager in Woonauris and Jeritierts. It notes his early pursuit of equestrian sport, ownership of Dulin Yaio Bathurst and Orange Grove Furven, and his role in breeding and racing lucerne and other stock. It mentions his competition at meetings and a late career spanning decades before his passing last week. The piece places McLean’s influence in regional racing history and notes his family and local connections.
The Jemalong Shire Council held its monthly meeting with discussion on land surveys by the Lands Department, road grants and maintenance, and public works spending. Debates covered boundary surveys, bridge costs, graveling needs, and proposed purchases including a second-hand roller and improvements to local roads and pathways.
A garbled report describes a lively scene and decor at a town gathering titled as a spectacular dance. It mentions a sale connected to Mr. Jumps Treague’s Tools property in a trial involving Mrs Thomas Rowlands of Mandurams. The record cites a 2400 acre pror/dery and a large sum around 20000, with reference to Mawinus’s merina sheep breed and a display at Port Maine.
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