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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 12, 1949
Page
5
My reading of the fragment shows a classified notice seeking a flat, with instructions to apply at No 123 in the Advocate section, Pudial. The garbled text also mentions machinery and a New Zealand loan or business name, but the main readable item is the flat rental inquiry.
The Chamber of Commerce notes overdue rates with a 5 percent penalty from the 23rd instant and urges payment. It also lists electricity use restrictions including bans on heating and cooking methods and times for permissible use, with penalties possible. Probate notices for Joseph Henry Spice outline probate timing and creditor claims, with executors John Joseph Spice and William Thomas Spice.
A London article notes Brisbane aims to be an independent wool centre with J T Woods’ son selling a large mix of goods. The list includes 4 piece maple bedroom set, 3 piece oak suite, wardrobes, dining sets, lounge suite, kitchen units, appliances, tools, vehicles, and farm equipment. Also covered are veterinary mineral supplement guidance and farming notes amid drought and industry concerns.
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