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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1920
Page
4
Bob Jones announces the Bogan Late Hotel has been taken over by him as proprietor. He promises best lines and liquor by label, good accommodation, and attentive service to travelers.
Mathieson announces he has taken over the Post Office Hotel in Eugowra from J J Sinderberry. The house pledges good liquor, quality labels, and the best accommodation for travelers, seeking support for the transition.
General commission agent in Quandialla notes monthly stock auction sales. Polloive effected for fire and hall insurance. Local agent for the Liverpool and London and Globe Insurance Co. details indicate an active agency handling auctions and insurance arrangements in the area.
Mr K Kirby thanks Wagowrand residents for a presentation that was forwarded to Mr Bernard at Barnsby. The note covers delays due to missing items, a successful sale for Mr James Murphy, and a warning that land line work may affect selling prices. Also reports on the Farmers and Settlers meeting, Echowra football results, and Midway and Bugowra club play with mixed doubles results and social events.
A crowded local column reports a friendly football match between school houses with the Easterners winning by one point. It notes a planned return game and a visit from Etlersite Clubs to Vychan for an all day match. Muddy spell, river conditions, and hospital news for Mr Hodlites are mentioned alongside club meetings, officers elected, and plans for donations to Red Cross and Edith Cavell Memorial.
Rejected all branches of insurance work as per AD plication. Agencies united. Mamey Harris Machinery, Clutterbuck Brom, Paton Burne Manures, Northern Assurance Co. Phone 12.
A garbled local sports item reports on the Wamboine Tennis Clubs and nearby teams. It mentions Muller Pinos and the Onis, plus players like Mirv Danty Shephens of Glencoe, with warmer weather bringing continued practice and court readiness.
Rainfall totals of 25 points aid grass growth as farmers prepare fields with spring-tooth cultivators. Footballers travel to Condobolin for the Killen camp challenge, returning 8 nil, while locals expect another match soon. Memorial committee names and a Renwick concert postponed to August 4 with a strong programme planned.
Postponement of the Quandialla meeting due to flooding and boggy ground. The committee, keen to honor promises to land and property owners, plans a rescheduled gathering once conditions improve. Also notes on local events, dance, tennis fundraising, telephone link with Carragebal, and a wedding reception with community chatter.
General Merchants announce their shop has moved to a newly installed and up-to-date premises in the town, signaling improved facilities and service for customers. The brief notice notes the relocation to a modern storefront and invites patrons to visit the refreshed establishment.
J J Kelly, late of Union Hotel Trundle, announces taking over the Railway Hotel Bogan Gate. He invites old and new friends to visit and enjoy the best. Kelly is proprietor.
An aged established hotel in Kugowra district announces it will operate at its best times under new owners. Beat brands of wine beer and spirits offered. Good service. Local patrons urged to support the inn under the new management.
Eugowra Motor Garage offers motor services with petrol and accessories stocked. Agencies listed include Dalgety & Co and Atlas Assurance Co. Windmills and seasonable goods advertised with motor and cycle repair services. Phone 16 day or night.
Todd and McAuley succeed W A Jaymie as stock station and central commission agents in a transfer of business. The change transfers client relations and inventories to the new owners.
A historical note lists James Ball and Co along with Booth Britiste Insurance Co, Massey Harris Co and Ltt Moffat Virtue Ltd as entities in a ledger style entry, naming multiple firms and associations likely tied to trade or agency records of the period.
The Moonbie Hotel announces new management by Leo H Bell and pledges strict attention to public needs, offering only quality wines beer and spirits to attract patronage from locals and travelers alike.
A small town public notice announces Heat Liquors and Good Table as a refreshed establishment. L Jones, proprietor, promotes up-to-date moisture products and comforts for patrons.
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