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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1915
Page
3
A fashion ad announces the opening of a fine range of the latest suit materials. It promises fit, style, and workmanship guaranteed and urges readers to place orders now to avoid disappointment.
Further entries invited, and all donations received on morning of Sale. Remember the Cause, Grogs pro ceeds to Australia Red Cross Fund. W. EK, GARNSEY, SENR, Auctioneers.
The Committee of Australia Day authorizes numerous collectors for raffles and guessing contests to raise funds. Names span Mrs Wymer to Miss Campion, with locations such as Bedgerabong and Forbes Hospital, and prizes include wine, gold quartz, and Tib tin tea.
All raffles except Art Union and Salt of Clothes raffles will be drawn under the Australia Day Executive Committee. Holding books must be handed to Mr A. 8. Wickham at the Court House no later than 4 p.m. on Tuesday, 3rd August. Hon. Secs A. D. H. Nelson, Geo. T. Weaver, A. 8. Wickham urge prompt submission.
About 80 friends gathered in the Methodist School Hall on Tuesday evening to bid farewell and Godspeed to Privates L Goddard R Ridley and G Hand on their frontward departure. Mr H S M Dade of Union Bank was promoted to a Toowoomba position and also honored with gifts. The event featured prayers thanks and a moving song of God be with you til we meet again.
Boxes for Friday must be obtained from Mr BH Kerr Assistant Town Clerk at the Town Hall Thursday afternoon the 29th instant. Saturday boxes available at the Australia Day Office Albion buildings the day before Friday afternoon or evening. Return collection boxes for Friday to Hon Treasurer Mr T H James Bank Australas ia immediately after the procession GEO T Weaver Wickham and Hon Sera Australia Day Committee
At Allan Morgan's saloon in Rankinstrest a billiards tournament shows scores: Richardson beat Farrand by 38, Solomon beat Cashman by 4, Henry beat M'Comiskey by 1, Glynn beat Mazarak by 100, Hansard beat Irvine by 24, Coulston beat Nelson by 24. Forfeit wins include Clifford, Rogerson, Cooney, Beulah, Graham, Clifford, Cabot, Merritt, White, Twiney, White. Glynn and Stinson are re-handicapped to 40 points.
A Sunday school concert in the school hall raised over seven pounds for the Presbyterian Sunday School. Principal workers Miss OG Tomkins Darley Black and O Burns helped ensure a successful event as Rev John Calder presided. Prizes were awarded, including a special prize to Margaret Stitt for selling many tickets. The program featured recitations, songs, dances, and a finale with God Save the King.
A vendor urges a customer to place an order today with C. C Buckland and promises careful service. The message emphasizes quick action and customer satisfaction, noting they strive to accommodate each buyer with sensible timing.
A Forbes district roll lists soldiers killed or wounded in action at the Dardanelles. Killed include Barton H F Forbes Bird B E Fifield Combe Cassimir J Forbes Elliot J Grawlin Ferguson M C Forbes Hall FP D F Fifield Shine Joseph Eugowra died at sea Kendall V H Forbes. Wounded include Bartlett D Yarrabandal Booth William H Forbes Browne Clarence Connor H Ootha Drane T E Forbes Dunne A W Holland C E Wandary Long John Trundle M Millany Roy Eugowra O Hea Jas Forbes Bloane John Sugowra Strickland B Forbes Turner OR Turner Cecil Watson H B Fifield. Where place not given the soldier enlisted outside the district.
WM O Neill announces he has purchased the boot repairing business from A P Mellor in Forbes and district and will continue the department as before. George Dunn announces he has taken over the hotel in Forbes and district and aims to earn patronage with strict business.
A meeting in Forbes organized a local Recruiting Association with leaders including Rawlings Wickham Longmuir and Gardiner. They plan district outreach, enlistment drives, school cooperation, and regular Wednesday meetings to boost recruiting and train and rally men for service.
Lance Corporal Clive Holland, formerly Wandary Station manager, wounded at the Dardanelles and now hospital bound on Lemnos, is reported recovering and back in the trenches. Alderman James Edwards’ son Albert, who left for Egypt with the Sixth Contingent, is promoted to Warrant Officer and serving as a drill instructor at Alexandria.
A broad weather notice documents fire risk, hailstorm alerts, and accident coverage under the special farmer's policy. It outlines impacts to crops and stacks, live stock, and foaling risks with guidance for affected farmers and policyholders.
F Rath and Co district representatives offer personal accident work and workers compensation. Agencies in Horwich and London, with future services via F Rath Co. Terms available on application.
The Wednesday section held the first Captain Bates' trophy shoot on Wednesday afternoon with seven shots each at 200 and 30 yard ranges. The event showcased precise marksmanship and set the stage for upcoming trials.
Mr Martin announces the Forbes hotel change of management from Lal Walace and vows up to date operation. Wines and spirits served will be true to label while Mrs Martin will personally supervise the tables.
Fire, accident, and policies cover dwellings, furniture, stores, stock to trade, farm buildings, crops, and related risks. Personal accident sickness, workmen's compensation, and live stock insurance are included with emphasis on affordable rates.
Jack Dowley announces he has taken over Central Livery Stables Forbes district from Jack Robb. Dowley pledges best attention, practical horse experience, and complete confidence in handling all business details.
A brief item locating Jack Dowley on Rankin Street opposite F Rath and Co's coach factory. The terse entry confirms a street-side designation or listing near the factory for reference or directory purposes.
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