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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1926
Page
6
Biock offers on application trucking specialty and wheat buyers for John Darling and for Ltd. Agents for H. V. McKay’s F.y ud machinery. Large stock of duplicate on hand and phone contact 565.
Cahill and Martin announce agencies including Commercial Union Fire Insurance Dalgety Machinery Atlas Insurance and sales conducted district wide. Stock and property listed on application. Phones Office 46 Cahill 43.
A fragment references Weat′s Improved Gravity Dry Wheat Mokler and notes involvement of Producers and Citizens Life Assurance Co, North British and Mercantile Insurance Co Ltd, plus mentions Wheat Wool Skim and Hide Bay era as part of a historical context.
The report covers recent calm weather with cold nights and a rain break Sunday morning, followed by clear skies. Rain returned Tuesday morning then cleared as the sun rose. Sheep men dislike showers as pasture stays muddy. wheat growers welcome periodic downpours. Local tennis teams hosted Jemalong, winning 16 to 5, with a forthcoming trip to Monwongs for the Laney Cup. New homes rise as settlers build, including J H Noakes’s handsome residence, while an old landmark house is being demolished. Minor accident: Choral Hodges injured her hand on a stick and is recovering at home.
Local advert promotes Seasonable Goods with soda fountain drinks freshwater and salt fish featured every Friday. The shop offers refreshments fruit confectionery and smokers Requisites with contact by phone number 10.
An elderly missive extols Cornwell's Malt Extract and Pleasant Tonic as boosting nutritional value of foods and restoring general well being. It recommends spreading on bread or stirring into milk, or eating by the spoon after meals. Suitable for adults and children alike.
Mr D Blake of the railway tam broke his collarbone in an accident on Thursday while cranking a Ford at Tottenham. A youth named Fitcaitman lost an arm when the machine broke. Rainfall reached nine points at Tottenham on the 11th. In tennis, Tottenham Club players praised Myrtle Vale Honeysuckle after a close win. scores 136 games to 120. Cattle from Kilclarny Station were shipped to Victoria last week.
At the recent Bogan Gate examination by Prof. Thornton ARACLO of the London College of Music, Mrs. J R Lewis’s pupils achieved first class passes in various levels. The report notes Thelma Plain Una Rawson Doreen Bartow Olive Melestly and Charlie Swanshra as successful, reflecting Mrs. Lewis’s teaching effectiveness. Jim Meni paid a hearty visit and plans to return for the show, while Mrs. W. W. Black is recovering from a recent illness. The P A Association reports a well attended committee meeting, crop competition rules from the Royal Society sparking debate, and plans for a local field wheat contest and a show booth. Football saw South Forbes beat Bogan Gate 35 to 0 in Parkes Rugby League second grade, and a golf match loss to Trundle. Weather was unsettled with rain and 31 points recorded, easing road conditions briefly.
The town and district report several influenza cases with mainly mild symptoms. A show day correction notes Elliott demonstration moved to the second day. An Agricultural Bureau meeting is set for Saturday at the School.
The War Memorial Mall contractor Mr Beale and overseer Mr Toop visited Saturday to inspect site, found suitable gravel nearby, foundations marked, and excavation to start Monday with completion hoped before Christmas. Jockey Club committee results list numerous ballots with varying votes. Sunday visitors from Bogan Gate were defeated by Trundle players, Caledonian Ball at Weldon a success, juvenile dance drew many, Miss Menlove of Mosman announced engagement to Mr Harold Beckworth of Neathsdale, Trundle.
T W Watson a longtime Lands Department surveyor and draftsman offers services in Crown Land Tenures Land and Mining Surveys and appeals before Land and Valuation Court. Licensed under Mining Act and Real Property Act expert valuator probate financing valuations. Phone 243 Harold Street Forbes.
Errors appeared in the show schedules for section 36 flat horse back race and handicap trot. The corrected entries specify Flag Rare and See How 46, with the handicap trot set for fur longs at 2.5 or better to the mile and a time of two minutes 50 seconds or better.
The Wirrinya Public Hall is completed and licensed, praised for solid construction and thoughtful layout. A gala opening includes a plain and fancy dress ball with 17/8 tickets, orchestra, supper, prizes, and a late dance session. proceeds support hall funds.
About 30 points of rain fell on Monday night making roads slippery though not dangerous. It is not a cold winter and is regarded as the best season on record. Mrs. Glennon Sr. is ill with pneumonia at home, family gathered as Mrs. Flannery and Sister Patrician arrive. Doctors Mears and Foley attend. Miss Cunninghame of Strathfeld visits. Miss Hetty Donnelly ill with tenuilliie. Mrs. Donnelly back from Narrmaidera. Mrs. O'Reilly's daughter recovering and returning home. Miss Gavin away on annual leave with friends at Young. Local Canowind Hospital ball enjoyed by many. Bridge planking nearly finished. Mr. C. D. Wallace leaves Bank of N.B.W. for Melbourne. farewell with rug and cheque. danced and toasted. Mr. Garlin assisting from Forbes. At St Mary's Crookwell, Miss Molly Woods wed Bede Brady on June 22. The bride, father walking, wore ivory georgette and orange blossoms. sister Kathleen bridesmaid in eau-de-nil. Best man Desmond Brady. gifts noted. The couple to live at Riversdale Forbes.
Large stocks of drapery clothing and top dog pools at low prices. Millinery, shoes, hardware and groceries featured. P O Box 16 phone 18 for Quandialla inquiries and stock lists. Wheat buying for cash at market rates. Agent for H V McKay machinery Atlas Insurance and Austin windmills.
The Model Store at Quandialla now occupies a fine new premise illuminated by electric light. Everything is new and freshly bought with big stocks in drapery ironmongery groceries saddlery fruit confectionery and smokers requisites. First class accommodation. General storekeeper Martin Keir is also stock and station agent and offers lists on application. Agent for farmers and graziers co op and for Rugby and Rollin motor cars. Phone No. 6.
Agent Burgin Electric Co. Ltd. offers wireless receivers and accessories. Harrington's Photographic Supplies provides developing and printing services. Paling's Musical Instruments and Accessories lists gramophone records and related items. All catalogues available on application.
Visit Quandalla every alternate Thursday and Friday commencing in June 1926. The general storekeeper at Yarrabandai informs the public that he can supply all requirements at current prices with low rents and small staff. He acts as agent for Bunshing Machinery Far Ware and Grassers Co op. Trocks ordered for Flemington.
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