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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1923
Page
1
A travel guide jokes about a visitor recognizing a mummy as a priest in the Valley of Kings. The scene unfolds with bemused guests, the guide’s quip, and a light tone as groups laugh at the mistaken identity and the guide’s quick retort.
The notice highlights W H Baker and ARCH. Fashrailn taking over major hotels, pledging strict attention to patrons and stocking only top spirits, wines, and beers. It touts Albion Globe Australia and Parkes agents, with dining, accommodation, and improvements. Names include J J Kelly and Ernie Richard, plus Dalgety & Clutch, warning on property offenses.
A £20 reward is offered for information leading to the conviction of a person stealing stock from Wandat y Sheep Bur marked with a sheep back of ear and other brands. The ad names Walter H. Stitt of Forbes and mentions horse and cattle brands gy Mincheg and apyenay.
H A Barraclough Limited announces a new Country Repair Department to speed repairs. Clients are advised to send the glosses in their original packets with a note of the address given at purchase to avoid delays.
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