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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 17, 1914
Page
6
Reports describe a public meeting on the fence line of a rural district held Saturday with attendees discussing candidate Pigott and the Furliaye party. Voters express support, opposition, and questions about the upcoming spring election, including remarks about candidate selections, rally activities, and local endorsements.
A fragmented report from Bedgerabong details tennis matches and players including rivalries and results. The text lists numerous names such as Noel, Brown, William, and Smiths among others, with scattered mentions of venues, dates, and outcomes, though many phrases are garbled and hard to parse.
Tullamore Thehurat from over Gren WY has started business as a general commission agent and auctioneer. An Advocate advertisement notes the new venture and invites correspondence. The move signals growing interest and expected district development with three agency offices in Tullamore.
The Eugowra Pony Club plans a tight hire party for August 7 at the School of Atta with a walking and drawing competition for ladies and gentlemen. Prizes include trophies and £1 1s for lady and gentleman roles, with joint secretaries W Niven, Junr, and L Laneyrie. Tickets 2s 6d, with Mr G Elbourne of Eugowra injured in an accident last week. A charity convert will be held at Eu lmor on August 1th for the Eu lmor Church funds, secretary Miss K Gosper, while Cinderella dances resume, led by the School of Arts. Also notes on a pony rink race meeting planned for September or October, church tower show, and a Forbes visit on Saturday.
The Church of England fair and concert at Hogan Gate drew a good crowd despite wet cold weather. The Trundle amateurs performed well, with many items including Jolly Japan and Be cause sung by Miss Ruth Behmidt, encores, dancing, recitations, and a social to follow. Proceeds totaled about £40.
Wheatley and Martel Auctioneers stock and station agents announce sales across the district. Agencies include Massey Huria Machinery Clutterbuck Bros oil engines and chal-cutters Paton Burny Manures Northern Assurance Co. Auction sales conducted throughout the district.
The programme lists opening and Mentone handicaps with prize money and second horse prizes. It specifies nomination fees, weights, and starting times for races including Allen dale Purge Trundle Jockey Club Handicap Brookfield Handicap and Ported Handicap with close dates Monday July 27 and Thursday July 11. Secretary Medlynn notes weights to appear on July Mist and requires proper colors and entry fees.
The notice lists entry closing dates for Neadtewor's ins Arte and School Wort on July 23 with all other sections due August 1. A special train from Parkes operates on August 5, marking the second day of the event. Merborn serves as secretary.
A.A. Goodman Jaddle and Harness Maker advertises Regair to all kings of Armenia honestly executed. Only the host of leather used, good workmanship guaranteed. Prices strictly moderate, motto is workmanship and material guaranteed.
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