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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1920
Page
1
In a dusty Forbes match the Welcome beat Forbes 3 to 1 after a first half stalemate. Kevan and Rath led the defense while Grogan, Wood, and Evans made crucial advances for the Welcome. Forbes protested a referee decision, but the visitors retained the lead and victory amid spirited play and sportsmanlike conduct.
Sporting memo details Artilleryman Nas oan withdrawal from engagements and a planned eight month layoff. It notes Melbourne Cup winger unlikely to race, Sir Maranus winning at Warwick Farm with Pine Warke third, plus Jolene and other horses at Flemington. Local results include Warwick Farm meetings, noted horses, trainers, and a dispute over deposits and protests with Forbes delegates.
Fragmented OCR notes describe insurers, including Scottish Union and National Insurance, with mentions of policies on workers compensation, farm buildings and crops, stock, and accidents at various named properties and locations. The text is garbled but references coverage for live stock, foaling risks, and farm-related losses.
The notice solicits registrations for auctions of stock and land, with auctioneers stock and station agents listing conditions and applications. J Flannery reports substantial improvements to the Australia hotel Forbes, highlighting its comfort, new bar, and washing fountains for cleanliness. R R Roberts and W Mintosh signatories.
A historical blot from the Motel Victoria listing indicates Lave of 4 for Warkee and Globe Hotel Forbes, with Paul announcing reception at the HOTEL VICTORIA. It notes dining room paused and stable facilities, promising ample accommodation and paddocks available if required by patrons.
Johnson Bros announce purchase of a Dodge Brothers car for hire at the Templar Street livery stable. Cars available day or night with an electronic driver. Contact numbers 30 and 76 for bookings. Driven by a licensed driver under the Johnson Bros operation in Forbes.
Norwich and London Accident Insurance Association Inguré with Bray and Uo district representatives offers personal accident workmen s compensation and other branches of accident insurance. Terms on application.
J Sullivan and Son announce a forwarders business in Forbes with plans to attract public patronage. The note promises trial rates and guaranteed service as they seek to establish the venture amid local trade.
An advertisement claims a Studebaker model is on sale with a trial offer. It directs readers to two Studebaker locations via a phone listing 37 for day or night inquiries. The text emphasizes availability and a potential test drive.
Printed and published by George Washington Brownbill at the office of The Farber Adcorate in Lachlan Forks. The item records a local printer’s imprint and location for distribution or public notice.
A garbled OCR passage references trucks and routes with unclear names and missing context. It mentions being at a depot and finishing tasks, but contains no coherent events, dates, or identifiable organizations. The readable content is too fragmentary to extract concrete people or places.
The notice states intent to set up to date lines for Prime of Beat Mutton and other lowers with moderates prices. It names J F Laguen of 15 Henkin Street and mentions removing tape from the prior butchery bustnam to introduce new price points for meats.
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