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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1914
Page
9
Fragmentary report notes very dry conditions in our area with sporadic showers expected to alter the drought. Several communities report colds and fevers while local schools and sports clubs plan travel to Forbes, though opponents were unavailable and standings unsettled.
A local report outlines Lingay Gate show schedules with prize lists and participation details. It mentions Marine prize money, the best Clydesdale, and feasibility of the forthcoming railway-stores display, plus committee meetings and skating events at the season’s start.
A chaotic scribble documents ongoing home repairs by Mr Glee and Mr Teneshat, a new concrete house, and various residents including Mr Barey. It notes letters from a mother in hospital and a community gathering planning a relief or recovery effort among residents, with scattered references to local events and people.
The obituary notes the death of Mr Jacob Tribolet at his residence Monday night. Tribolet, a well known figure in the Winterseid region, is described as among the first residents of the area and long prominent in local circles. Born in Switzerland, he arrived with his brother in Australia as youths and spent many years as a noted dweller.
Wanderers defeated Gooluons 80 0 in a rough match with high energy. Players including Hemmassey Ruey Haydon Giannan and Haydon contributed in a fast paced contest as fans cheered the Wanderers to a convincing win and strong closing run.
An uneven account describes a Saturday event at Vychan with a surprise party, dancing couples, and a concertina singalong. Report notes Mr Wright and Mrs Weight among attendees, with intimate social details and local reactions to the scene at the gathering and nearby store.
The report notes unusually warm winter days and signs of an early spring with budding trees and advancing weather. It mentions local show ground improvements and a forthcoming event around September, while referencing election tensions and a recent death near the Lachian side, praising Mrs Bartye as a kind-hearted noble woman.
An item from a historical paper lists Wheatley and Martel Auctioneers with references to stock and station agents in a busy trades section. The garbled text mentions agencies, partners, and various names, indicating an auction notice or advertisement for brokerage services.
Repairs described as honestly executed with only the beat of leather used and workmanship guaranteed. Prices stated as moderately suitable, emphasizing quality over cost.
The death occurred Friday of Mee Eilen Painter of Baxowra after a long illness. She leaves three married daughters and was mourned by many. Funeral was Saturday at the local cemetery. A separate notice reports local business changes as Apbby Bros acquire a Hutchering business, with plans to take over soon. Also mentioned are a cricket result, a drowned child accident, and various local misfortunes and incidents.
From Gur Own Correspondent, details a lively scene around the works led by Nem as Wi Amguss & Con. Prospects include future improvements, water supply issues, and an aim to install an electric plant to modernize the town. Local school and road repairs are noted amid crop drought and rain shortages.
The Goolagong area reports cool weather with a thunderstorm on Sunday but insufficient rain. Towns push for a rail link, a Presbyterian church fundraiser, and a church auction on August 7. A New South Wales Tank branch opens at Govlazons and a pavilion is planned for the racecourse. A local match between Goolagong and Wand Wanderers ends in a Wanilerern win. Local residents Frank M'Grath and Miss M Jolt announce an August 30 wedding in Forbes.
The Gleneden tournament drew heavy play with many doubles and mixed doubles matches. Teams such as Seymour and Rell faced Sildsbotham and Smith, while Fisher and Rela battled Mitrow and Seamer. Chandler and Reid played Tyvtsn and Sams, with varied scores across the day.
A branch of Bank of Whew South Wales has been opened at Goolagong for the usual banking business. Russell French serves as General Manager.
Bogan Gate hosts a packed meeting on Thursday August 19 1914 with events including Hotfields Handicap Tradesmen s Handicap and Bogan Gate Show Handicap. Nominations close August 7 with weights announced later for the Parkes program supervised by G N Stephenson and special train service for horses and riders after the meeting.
Advertisers are informed that The Forbes Advocate prints a guaranteed circulation of over 2000 copies per week.
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