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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1920
Page
6
Sales notice lists a variety of goods including light furnishings chairs tables prams saddles tools and a well bred water pups with description of condition. Names J P Cashman Rankin Birwal and Ramkin Blunt appear as sellers or contacts. The fragmentary text references a show and secondhand dealer in Huron Marci Coty and other partial place names.
Turner and Keane finalize an order for ant particles and related pricing. The item details remain unclear but the arrangement confirms supplier engagement and anticipated costs. The document records a business action between named firms without listing additional parties.
Fragmented report notes a missing person and a firearm near a shop on Weil Hermut. Police seek return of a woman and a gun with possible links to Worber Street and Korb.
Fragmentary auction notice listing items such as wagon axles tyres and related gear with prices and mentions of Stirling & Boy as likely sellers. Details are incomplete but indicate a sale or sale draft including equipment and parts.
Notice states that Mr G. Minter acting for Bprlghtthorpe will sell by public auction on Monday August 23 1920 all listed livestock including horses cattle and sheep plus one watch and Lake Particulans 4 Pope las. Auctioneer details abbreviated in the notice.
Fragmented OCR text references a local agent for a Golden Curve clone and mentions unions, supervision, and dates with unclear details. The readable items hint at arbitration and official oversight but lack coherent facts or names to pin down.
The Jemalong Shire Council notes the Supplementary List for LZ is being compiled. Electors who became qualified since the last roll or changed residence are invited to submit claims to be registered on or before a stated date.
Private subdivision notice for Lachlan River Property. Mentions private contract, area distribution, and land use notes including fodder crops and agricultural suitability. References to individuals and entities in a formal property context with unclear details.
A fragment from the Forbes Advocate covers local topics and mentions Parkes visits, betting odds, and various named figures. The readable items include references to people and events but lack complete context or clear outcomes.
Gredden of Forbes notes weaker stock demand as prices rise with farmland markets tight. Averages show prices reaching new highs for cattle, while buyers seek stable outlets and traders adjust expectations after the latest market report.
The Crown Lands Office reports revenue for the year ending June 29 showing totals of £2,047. Two Wigton land holdings were sanctioned with applications listed as annual leases improvements and special cases.
A damaged notice announces a Goulburn stock sale with sheep cattle and equipment. It claims 1000 sheep and 41 head of cattle to be offered, with sale and transport details pending and trucks available the day after.
The Tullamore fair and association plan to hold their concert show after a committee decision. The secretary Mr HW Clarke notes support justifies the step and hopes for continued backing to proceed.
A playful note describes a forthcoming friendly football match between Forbes Federals and CPlying Jordans with a dinner per man after the game. The text reads as a casual entry about the event and its social plan rather than a formal match report.
Fragmentary report outlines a billiards event at the School of Arts with players including Hayes and Wehardaoy. Time, score details and sequence of play are unclear due to damaged text but mention of a hundred breaks and a heavy break remains.
Auction will offer lands and 170 acres of land, machinery and farming plow stock and other effects from the estate of Ridley and partners Siesers Waller and Co. The sale will be held at Orange Grove with a line drawn for the items.
The Forbes Operatic Bovluly presents a piano recital with public booking at Grinsted teaching venue. Rehearsals and bowitl sections proceed in town hall starting at 7:45 pm. Thursday evening promises enjoyable entertainment with a scheduled performance.
A bowl game was postponed due to bad weather and rescheduled for a later date. The article notes players and officials unable to attend and references prior plans and delays affecting the event timeline.
Austen and Protley merge with Stewars Wylcox Moffin Ltd to operate from Austen and Protley premises. Wilcox Mofflin to lead the combined business with Mr Awaten appointed manager beginning Monday July 3.
Auction notice for a large clearing sale on August 23 at Metarmine plant and stock. Sale conducted by Mr K Minter who recently sold Springthorpe property. details to be announced.
A subdivision sale notice states the Thornton property in the Luchlan River area is placed on the market for private sale in rem and all charges will be included. The arrangement aims to benefit smaller landholders who seek access to the irrigation cavity and improved land value, with full details available on application.
A damaged notice from Frienmy Rorioly reports a Monday meeting of the Friendly Societies' Association to elect officers. Mr T J Duin appears as President, Mr JA Pallérsim as Treasurer, Mr WT Gileilat as Secretary, and MP 14 Thomson listed among officials.
A church meeting discussed plans for the annual function and a revised fund scheme. Efforts to raise money through a new contribution drive stalled, with November targets not met and property improvements deferred. Peacock promised to arrange a Methodist class event in September to support movement, while overall church activities and repairs continue to be evaluated.
Fragmentary text describes river levels and water flow near Lake Cudgellico with references to Cherhene Forbes, Witston, and Laviniite River. It mentions rain, flood risk, and unclear dates, but lacks clear events or outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR shows a list mentioning Fore and Gari Savenge, Brown, Weaulort Bausakes of the discount goods department. Readable text suggests a classified or notice item listing names and department roles. Further readable details are not available.
A garbled telegraphic item claims Admiral Ryrie was denounced by disloyal elements at a Sydney theatre the previous night. The text then lists shop notes on ready-to-wear, wool goods, and prices, with references to Auten & Fraley, Meughve, and Byer L000 pairs of Mount’s Hooke. The passage also mentions Woods' Grant Tannermint Cure and a cycle repair shop in Maukin Giréet with a basic satisfaction guarantee.
Personal, Constable Reddott of Synwaee is taken ill. Worbes lost several elders and a Kine Ndlward died Wednesday with burial at the Church of England cemetery. Forties residents and Forbes figures are named in election rumors, bank staff moves, and family notices noting Mrs Eglantine Gregar’s death and the Forbes community’s sympathy.
The wedding of Jones and EarIs took place at the Chit Howse Hotel with attendees from Parkes and Hogan Gate. The Rev Sayyoour led the ceremony and the couple, after a four year service, were toasted. a wedding breakfast followed with guests and a lengthy departure planned for their Sydney sojourn.
The Forbes Literary Institute held a subscribers meeting with strong attendance. The annual report praised prior work and noted outstanding subscriptions. A motion to adopt the report was carried with thanks to key figures, and nominations for the committee were listed with several names appointed as auditors and honorary officers.
A tribute recounts Captain Ernest Bowler, a veteran of the Great War, praised by peers including Mr. Wallace Stunter and others. It details his wartime service, wounds, and postwar life, noting his courage, leadership, and the admiration of his hometown and former comrades.
A letter reports a heated dispute at a Chamber of Commerce meeting over a bridge project between Waligan and Collis. Mr Heaney and Mr Keane clash as motions seek support and a report from engineers. The exchange touches on village interests and local business concerns.
A fragmented letter discusses Elliott and local figures debating a proposed bridge. It mentions the Forbes Chamber of Commerce and concerns about whether the chamber should take a position or merely advocate informally. The text notes attendance, defense of the issue, and questions of chamber role.
Fragmentary 19th century notice details a large landholding sale including references to Wheatley family, Forbes and Goulburn, and a historic area known as Thireawaug. The text notes a parcel about 16 000 acres and mentions relations to Burraware, Dal IL, and local seeings at a dole.
An extraordinary general meeting of Forbes branch of the Grasierk Yespelation is convened for tomorrow morning at 11 o clock in the council chamber. The agenda includes important business and matters of woodland procurement and supply for beetling operations.
A memorial hearing will be held at the town council chambers tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock to remember Captain Bowyer and hear reflections from residents who knew him. Community members gather to honor his service and share experiences.
A chamber of commerce gathering discussed a proposed bridge between Waugay and Colleen across the river. Support favored national impact over local gains, urging action to connect the town’s south side and spur future growth while critics questioned costs and site suitability.
The passage presents a chaotic, satirical critique of social class and behavior. It juxtaposes noisy crowd scenes with debates on authenticity and pretension, ending with a provocative question about accountability for harsh judgments.
Wirrinta road correspondence from the Wirrnya correspondent notes local viewpoints on a road project. The last paragraph suggests community factions with the Shire Council in support of the road while others oppose or delay. The piece signals upcoming publication of further local commentary.
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