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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1915
Page
4
A late 19th century appeal notes the Australia Day fund has reached 1060 pounds toward a 62000 target. It urges all potential donors to contribute without delay, with details of the fund available from proventors.
A summary of earlier funds tied to the Farmers Acre Fund involves Crawford Urps Cunningland and Simmonds with T By Redserabons Jones and others. The record notes a previous amount that was annulled on Bacie Mursitons Road near Fowler J K Warrio.
A partial OCR line shows a ladies list fragment with symbols and numbers, lacking context or full names. No clear event date or location is readable. the item seems to be part of a longer section not present in the fragment.
An afternoon tea auction is planned in Une town fall council chambers. Tom and Wright refreshments will be served. Barbara Wyatt, age 11, writes to the treasurer urging action on a budget note for Australia.
A fragmented notice describes a public event at the Post Office Hotel for Australians Day. It promises a large town crowd and a handsome donation, urging brother Niatelskeeners to follow the lead and support the fundraiser.
An account of a social gathering and charity fundraiser with dancing and performances led by Mrs Colfer and others. References to a social at Pavosihaluip, the Australia Tay Fund, and donations by several individuals including the Raymond family. The text is garbled but notes a 210M addition and various monetary contributions, ending with a mention of the Raymond family pledge.
A damaged excerpt mentions competitions for a town plate and something related to Fondabty and 100 Condobolte JC. It references a secretary W. Stenbonce and an event on Friday next in August, with focus on American Wayne Fn context.
A fragmented notice mentions Phillip Jones Generoaity MFT and a memorial plea connected to a community event. The text references Vin vile characters, a Beat Ponies match, and a fatal wallet incident, with unclear dates and locations. It also notes a variety of products and references to whiskey and cough remedies.
Private A 1% Gueat from Parkes describes a grueling trek toward Adelaide to Broken Hill and onward to join the war effort. He recalls attempted enlistment, transport by train, and the difficult voyage back from the front, noting injuries and the strain of travel, while recounting letters from officers and comrades and the long journey home.
A garbled OCR page fragment preserves scattered mentions of public notices and local items. It references trains, a parade of names, a holiday meeting, and consumer tips about saving money. The text is largely indecipherable but hints at community notices and period phrases from an early era.
A large afternoon program for 1000 cigarettes and gifts was held for soldiers. Mrs Garnsey and Miss Martel organized. volunteers distributed food, chocolates, pipes, cards and other items. The event raised funds and receipts covered cigarettes and tobacco with about £40 spent.
The seventieth weekly Forbes Recruiting Association meeting convened in the council chambers on Wednesday night with Mayor Alterman Sam presiding. Major Long, A. J. Vardase, and multiple locals discussed recruiting drives, ward by ward, local volunteers, and proposed pay adjustments, while the secretary noted efforts to enlist men between ages TK and 4 for service.
Rifle shooting to decide the Bates trophy, slated for the Forbes Ride Chu section on Wednesday afternoon, with competition details and venue to be announced.
Mr Archie M MilLan of Cesmock visits Roserank Cugowra during the week while Mr Deve Marshall Forbes town hall caretaker is 66 on Friday. The text notes discussions on recruiting, lectures by Major Lodgmain and Dr Broadbent, and local matters including a soldiers annu march and school duties.
A Sydney press summary reports mass casualties in Poland with millions harmed and villages looted. It describes soldiers raping, burning, and murdering civilians, including a priest, and notes brutal acts against Russians and Poles. Austria faced reprisals as troops surrendered to a Kuselan battalion.
The House of Representatives last night passed the War Loan gilt loan across all stages and sent it to the Senate. The Prime Minister indicated another bill to cover a further alliance of six millions promised by the Imperial Government. In addition to eighteen million already borrowed, the War Loan paused through stages without amendment.
Friday the Federal caucus discussed proposed war income tax provisions. They favor a graduated rate starting around 4 per pound, rising to 2/6, with an exemption near £156 per year and some members backing £200. Proposals include tax changes on large estates and child exemptions, aiming to refine fund tax and adjust exemptions.
A fragmentary report notes Sydney plans to raise fresh troops including a new infantry brigade. Victoria may contribute a battalion and two support units as part of broader defense expansion. Beijing is mentioned in vague terms related to the command structure.
The Triindle Jockey Club annus FaO meeting will be held on Thursday August 12 following the personal show. A small programme of six events has been arranged with £6 prize money. Entries close on Monday August 9. Secretary J Mode Yn of Whom pocket programmes and all particulars may be obtained. The meeting is in aid of the Aviation Wounded War Fund.
Advertisement highlights sire Bova by Markpan lineage, Oxford Blue from Kitawa, with two fine dark mares foaled. Claims Ninel a sure entry, touts strong performances and future show potential. Includes contact for ordering and assurances of quality and reliability to breeders.
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