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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 15, 1919
Page
3
Major Chaplain Father Lynch writes on Australians as a race, arguing they are a distinct, enigmatic people shaped by courage, reserve, and a practical Stoicism. He recalls Gallipoli and Somme experiences, praising their fearlessness, humor, and steadfastness under fire, with poignant anecdotes.
A meandering, fragmentary column notes Forbes town hall proceedings and local chatter. It references a French Bastille anniversary, a farmer from Yser with six children, a weight guessing bullock contest, a request for a matchmaker column, and local advertisements including boots and medicines.
Ereberger forecasts a harsh German financial plan including tax hikes and austerity measures to bolster internal income and clear unemployment debts. Germany to curb excess wealth and fund war loan costs to preserve credit. Allies report Austria endorses League of Nations project and affirms inclusion of all nations.
Lieutenant Hat Rixon, formerly an accountant at the Bank of New South Wales and later a Newcastle branch manager, reenlisted in 1916 and served in France during the Great War. He was severely wounded near Villers-Brettoneaux, escaping death by a miracle, and returned to Australia to recover before likely resuming his banking career.
Driver Stan Grainger formerly of Forbet returned yesterday after three years at the war. He enlisted in 1845 and served in the Army Medical Corps before transferring to the artillery home. Abroad in France he took part in many engagements and, aside from a touch of trench fever and influenza, got through safely. Prior to enlisting he served at the station of the Mesare Jones of Cadow Forbes, where he made many friends.
Sydney reports a Government decision to appoint a Supreme Court Judge to head an inquiry into the Georgeson wheat affair while Dewhby calls for a full Wheat Board investigation. Wheat shippers resign over Grohwime's commission stance. Beeby condemned for action. seamen plan solidarity. legal actions in Melbourne. arbitration urged on transport workers. nine deaths and one new case in Sydney. copper industry talks in Melbourne. possible new Federation law. premium wheat sales to Japan noted.
Private Robingou and Sapper Griffin recount active service abroad with brief returns home. They describe fighting in France, being wounded, and escape from capture. Griffin claims a dangerous escape path while praising comrades. Robinson notes Griffin’s reluctance to discuss details and hints at remarkable experiences.
Turner and Keane announce ongoing livestock sales with cattle already booked. Fresh entries welcome. Next sale date is Saturday July 26 at 2 30 PM. Sale includes sheep and cattle. Auctioneers urge support from stockholders and broader district patrons.
The Farmers & Graziers' Co operative Grain Insurance & Agency Co Ltd announces a postponed meeting at Mareema Railway Siding on Wednesday July 40th 1918 at 2 oclock. Business includes considering applications for the Local Agent position at Gareema. Shareholders may vote in person or by proxy. Proxies must be witnessed and stamped. Organizer Percy V Tarrion. Cowra Led. G 74 A.fin.
Rankin Street Newsagency Hl Ellis announces the acquisition of the longtime Sta Honery and Newsagency Business previously run by Mr Goddard. He expects to retain the established patronage and asks existing customers to continue their support. Phone contact 487.
Partial readable names and places suggest a local notice or brief item. Persons, roles, and locations are unclear but indicate a community record or notice segment from a historical newspaper page. Further readable context is needed to identify a clear event or action.
Incomplete draft indicates preparations are under way with an August due date for taxpayer returns. Officials urge timely filing and remind residents to gather necessary documents for a smooth submission.
Unclear text fragments describe a nine event and a name, with lines that appear archaic or corrupted. The readable bits mention someone rolling, a maker tying pew, and references that resemble a poem or stage direction rather than a coherent news item.
A complainant accuses a rival company on Lucllan street Forbes of slander and intimidation over alleged delays. Legal action will commence if misconduct recurs. The plaintiff claims to be the best wholesale firm in Australia, asserting superior workmanship, interhels, and pricing compared to rivals in the market.
A garbled OCR fragment reports a morning scene with someone waking drenched and pondering work. Vague phrases mention a Tek and quick, lively sensations, suggesting an unclear diary or local note. No clear names, places, or events emerge.
A fragmentary historical advert appears to promote medical remedies from L Y Solomon and H C Pewler chemists. It hints at avoiding a flu germ and mentions direct posting of products, with obscure spelling and garbled phrasing.
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