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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1915
Page
2
Insurance on Growing Crops and Mares In Foal Deal
Insurance offered on growing crops and mares in foal at low rates with money advanced at all security classes. Farmers urged to consult before going elsewhere and about promissory notes. Guarantee of privacy, no registration, and debt collection service available. Phone 112, Box 65.
Auction Sales by Walter J. Kelly and Co Ltd Listing Property
Walter J. Kelly and Co Ltd conducts auction sales across the state. Stock and property listed on application. Trust money to land at lowest current rates. District agents for Dalgety and Co Ltd include Parkes Forbes and Peak Hill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkes
Forbes
Peak Hill
Dalgety & Co., Ltd
Forbes Advocate Classifieds Outline Ad Rates
A fragmentary newspaper ad rate listing from Forbes Advocate shows subscription and pricing notes. It mentions quarterly and annual rates in advance, with a proprietor named G. W. Brown Hill and references standing advertisements. The legibility is limited, but the item indicates space pricing and booking terms for advertisements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Brownhill
Enlistment Drive Urges Australian Men During War Crisis
A wartime appeal urges men aged 19 to 40 in Forbes district to enlist in the new Imperial Forces. The State Premier calls for immediate service, highlighting Australia’s share in the war effort, with emphasis on duty, sacrifice, and national peril. The article notes local potential to contribute, praising past volunteers and urging all able-bodied men to answer the call without excuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Kitchener
Kyarra
Fremantle
Australia
Watt
Onte
Commonwealth
Conmarn
Lini
Forbes
Porches
Dardanelles
Ellelbic
Evening Social At Daroobalsie Falls Quietly Into Memory
A roughly organized social event gathered about a hundred guests at Daroobalsie Friday night. Hosted by Wm Anglise, the assembly featured a rag-decorated hall and a briefly illuminated dancing room. Guests enjoyed themselves as electric lights added a gay touch and Muah contributed to the evening. Near midnight the crowd dispersed after a lively, up to date gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daroobalsie
Lid
Ao Sam
Extraordinary Bar Babes at M Dade Sale Event
Unclear text outlines a sale on boots and ladies shoes with discount periods and prices. Mentions extraordinary items, price ranges, and dates spanning December through August. Details fragmented. exact items and firms not fully readable.
Competitors set for 440 and 75 yard handicaps
The next races for members include a 440 yards handicap and a 75 yards handicap tomorrow Wednesday. Competitors must assemble at the cricket ground at 4.00 p.m. sharp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cricket Ground
Splendid Ball Raises £151 10s for Forbes Presbytery
Receipts from the recent ball in aid of the Forbes presbytery building fund total £151 10s, a record surpassing last year's result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Presbytery Building Fund
Fines for Missing Names On Federal Roll
Four men Henry James Lewis John Jametshorne Joseph Louis Laneyrie and Adelaine Laneyrie were fined two shillings and three shillings costs at Forbes Police Court for failing to appear on the Federal roll. A similar charge against James Sutton was withdrawn yesterday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry James Lewis
John Jametshorne
Joseph Louis Laneyrie
Adelaine Laneyrie
Forbes
James Sutton
Rise in Meals Prices Hit Forbes Hotelkeepers
Hotelkeepers in Forbes have raised meal prices after a rise in food costs. Meals that once cost a shilling now charge about eleven pence, effective from yesterday, following earlier increases in nearby towns where meals were raised long ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Motor Car Ablaze At Albion Hotel Incident
Mr W G Johnsons Overland car near the Albion Hotel caught fire eight after a naptha pipe developed a leak from a recent trip. A bystander, unaware, sparked a flame as he offered a match, causing a sudden blaze. Fire extinguishers soon subdued the fire but damage reached about £10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Johnson
Overland
Albion Hotel
Fifield
Johnson
Forbes Literary Institute Meeting Notes and Budget Approval
A Forbes Literary Institute committee meeting discussed payment approvals totaling 1 pound 17 shillings 2 pence. It was decided to notify the Literary Association of New South Wales that the Porkes institute is exempt from the literary award. The annual general meeting for subscribers was set for the 28th. Uncirculated magazines will go to the Australia Day Committee. Mr Whitfeld proposed and Mr Longwair seconded rehiring the billiard marker at five shillings per week. the committee recorded its appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Literary Institute
Messie Broderick
Reymond
Crocker
Lonemitt
Whitfeld
Literaey Association of
New South Wales
Porkes Institute
Aubserihera
Forbes Farewell To Forbes Chief Telegraphist Mr M Donnell
A group at the Club House Hotel Forbes bid farewell to Percy M Donnell of the local post office staff who has been promoted to the PLO. Dave Mansard chaired the gathering and Myles Gilmartin praised the guest’s service. Mr Donnell, leaving Forbes soon, thanked residents and planned a return visit to Sydney. His successor is Mr Hemsley of Coher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Club House
Percy M' Donnell
Staf
PLO
Sydder
Dave Mansard
M'Donnell
Anicker
Myles Gilmartin
Geo
Piggin
Forbes
Sydney
M Donnell
Hemsley
Coher
Billiards tournament results at Mr A Morgan's saloon
In the billiards tournament at Mr A Morgan's saloon A Weat defeated PB Ampleby by 5, A Wynds beat EL Miller by 50, J Twist defeated P Channon by 56, Massey Harris beat Tel Loxell by 98, T Sam beat W Sinclair by 24, J White beat Geo Dunn by 47, and J Williams defeated C Cook by 61.
M Dades Great Annual Cash Hoof Bale Opens Saturday
Local sale kicks off Saturday featuring reduced prices on footwear with emphasis on bargains and money saved by early shopping. Shoppers urged to act quickly to maximize savings on durable footwear options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M'Dade
Rifle Shooting Practice at 200 and 300 Yards
Practice session at the 200 and 300 yard ranges on Saturday concluded with shooters reporting results. Details on scores and participants are not provided in the fragment.
Recruiting Circulars Now Under Way In New South Wales
Government departments and chief public bodies have received circulars to establish recruiting in New South Wales. A meeting in Forbes aims to form a legal Recruiting Association with literature and posters dispatched to centres including Bedgerabong, Forbes, Calne, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Statdyte
New South Wates
Defence
Inds
Forbes
Local Training Emphasizes Recruiting Ahead of Front
In poor weather a Friday drill at the hall drew 14 to 13 recruits, with Major Longmuir leading instruction as Endacete supervised. He urged government education and police departments to organize a recruitment drive targeting eligible men aged 18 to 45. He framed the movement as prep for possible service at Liverpool Camp and the front, urging men of all classes to participate and to recruit others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simon
Nia
Longmuir
SSM
Endacete
Herve
Liverpool
Australia Day Fund Soars With £200 Pledged
At the Australia Bay Committee weekly meeting Mesars Phillip and Dolph Jones of Cadow pledged £100 each toward the Australia Day Fund, with expectations of further similar gifts. The appeal notes many locals can contribute and estimates the current total at £200. The piece frames a sporting challenge as a motivation for fundraising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Jones
Phillip
Dolph
Century raised as donations flood Forbes Australia Day appeal
The Century passed with over 100 donations to a Forbes Australia Day £5 lot. The Executive Committee aims to push a bold bid for a second century. All men in the district able to contribute £6 should join the effort. The update appears on the front page. additional donors are listed through Friday.
Little Girls' List Says Helen Gibson Starts Kirby Flat
Miss Helen Gibson begins a list with Kirby flat rolling, setting terms for nine others to join. The response so far names Gibson, Helen and Broadbent, Dorothy as participants or involved individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Gibson Staorta
Raffles approved to aid Australia Day fund drive
The Attorney-General approves raffles under conditions to raise funds for Australia Day. Individuals wishing to assist should apply to Mr A. Wickham, C.P.O., Forbes, for the necessary book and permission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raffles
C.P
Forbes
Forbes Visits and Emile Calls Echo Through Local News
Personal, Mr P Board, Under Secretary for Education, is expected in Forbes on Friday regarding departmental matters. Mrs Orr, wife of Mr Gilbert Orr, District Surveyor, returned to Sydney after weeks in Forbes and may make Forbes their permanent home. Father Frank Crowe, Forbes-born, visited and preached at St Lawrence's Church. Roy King, leaving Forbes to join the empire's forces, was chief demonstrating engineer at Moffat Virtue, en route to training camp and aviation hopes. Bob and Viv MMillan of Rosebank, Eugowra, depart Friday for Sydney via Narromine to answer the empire's call, their nephew Roy MMillan previously wounded. Wilson, Forbes District School Inspector, received a letter from son-in-law Dr Arthur Todd aboard HMAS Sydney, recounting actions against Emden and the crew’s trials in neutral ports. The piece notes White Australia policy critique and uncertain future movements of the Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Orr
Gilbert Orr
Sydney
Frank Crowe
Father Crowe
Cyrus Crowe
St. Lawrence's Church
Roy King
R. King
Yaraville
Roy
Moffat- Virtue Engineering
Motor Transport Corps
Aviation Department
Messrs
Bob
Viv M‘millan
Rosebank
Eugowra
Fortes
Narromine
M‘millang
Elise
Empire
Roy M'Millan
Wilson
Arthur Todd
Jamaica
Dr. Todd
H.M.A.8
Emden
West Indies
South American
Kron Pring
Pring Eltel
Porta
Todd
Tropics
Australia
Executive Committee Discusses Australia Day Raffles and Plans
The weekly Execu tive meeting in Albion Chambers chaired by Mr A J Baldock approved raffles for Australia Day with a 4 pm Tuesday draw at Forbes town hall and warned against unapproved tickets. Bedgerabong plans a food day and lists raffles were to be published while helpers must pay their way. Major Longmuir to speak on Empire crisis at Friday night concert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albion Chambers
A. J. Baldock
Measra Simmonds
Bedgerabong
Megara Crawford Dros
Mestre Phillip
Dolph Jones
Bed
Longmuir
Poona
Grand social at Mr M Doyle's residence Grawlin
A grand social will be held at Mr M Doyle's residence Grawlin on Monday 26 July. In connection with Australia Day tickets are 4 shillings for gentlemen with ladies free. Mushier details note Misa N Doyle and Mr R Whiting as hon secretaries. Also advertised are Woods Great Peppermint Cure at 1 shilling 6 pence and MDADE'S SALE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Doyle
Grawlin
Misa N. Doyle
R. Whiting
Heroes of the Dardanelles from Forbes district deaths
FOR THEIR COUNTRY lists local soldiers killed or wounded at the front. Killed include H. P. Barton and Casaimir J. Combe, with W. H. Kendall died at sea. Wounded names cover D Bartlett, W H Booth, C Browne, H Connor, T E Drane, C E Holland, J Long, Roy M Miller, Jas OHea, John Sloane, S Strickland, A B Turner, Cecil Turner, H B Watson among others. note some enlistments outside the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes District
Barton
H. P
Forbes
Bird
B. BE
Fifield
Combe
Casaimir J
Blot
J. J
Ferguson
M. C
Hall
Shine
Joseph
Bugowra
Kendall, W. H
Bartlett
Yarrabandal
Booth
William H
Browne
Clarence
Connor
Ootha
Drane
T. E
Dunne
A. W. Holland
C. E
Wandary
Long
John
Trundle
M'Millan
Roy
Eugowra
O'Hea
Jas
Sloane
Strickland
Turner
A. B
Cecil
Watson
H. B
Forbes Soldier Wounded at Dardanelles in Early 1915
Telegram from the Defence Department reveals Trooper James O Hea was wounded in the eye at the Dardanelles. An Irish native and Forbes worker, he sent letters to the Advocate, boasting an artificial eye and fierce remarks about the Kaiser. Other Forbes men at the front include Private J J Connelly of Grenfell killed, and Privates Sen Goddard, George Hand, PF J Humphrey, Reg Rogers, Charlie Rogers, Harry Lowe, and Harry Lozell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Defence Department
James O'Hea
Dardanelles
O'Hea
Misa O'Hea
Mra Toss Field
CanoWindra
Ireland
Egypt
Advocate
Our Columna
Melbourne
J. J. Connelly
Grenfell
Sen. Goddard
George Hand
A. A. Humphrey
PF. J. Humphrey
Orange
Mra Combe
Springstreet
Obituary for Mrs Rebecca Bode of Daroobalgie
One of For bea district’s oldest residents, Mrs Rebecca Bode, wife of Mr William Bode of Daroobalgie, died yesterday after illness. She aged 82 years, long ran the wine shop on Parkes Road beyond Caronbalgie. Widow of Griffiths and Green, she later married William Bode six years ago. Survived by a Sydney-based daughter, funeral held this morning at the Presbyterian cemetery. O D whisky note included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbea
Mra
Rebecca Bode
William Bode
Daroobalgie
Mra Griffitha
South Lend
Mre Bode
Parkes Road
Caronbalgie
Masera Grifiths and Green
Bealdes
Sydney
Presbyterian Cemetery
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