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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1912
Page
2
Fat stock sales occur every Thursday at This Corporation yards Bathurst while fat stock sales at Lithgow yards run on Tuesdays. monthly stock sales also held at O Connell with Splendid Taddock noted for stock.
A summary notes loans arranged at the lowest rated terms and lists stock and property items connected to the deal. The report emphasizes debt, lending levels, and asset availability amid financial adjustment.
Fragmentary notes describe a recent fire incident and upcoming local sports events. Names and places are partly obscured, but hints mention HOPMAN, Ike, and Cher meeting with unidentified officials. The text also references a Thursday gathering and potential plan for a team or club activity.
The first round of the School of Arty Willard billiards tournament lists players such as Rath, MPhye, Be Moore, Savwwe, Danvers, Pasiway, and several others with matchups and scores noted in a dense OCR listing. Names include Charlie Mony, Stanley Giant, Dowling, Hatin, Metin, Mrow, Revie, Thomsons, Mendes, Wall, Giboni, West, and Brooke among others in a long partial draw.
A fragmented report from the Pastures Protection Board notes limited activity and recalls names such as George Thovun, Edward Skimin, Alfred Rombrick, Lovell, and Gehan. The document references multiple districts and diversions, with a focus on ongoing duties and potential reelection considerations.
Personal note from Boga Gatn reports Mian Marie Christie remaining unwell after appendicitis surgery at Parken and being advised to rest. Mr Hugh M. Smth of the Loral Lunde Office charged with an incident yesterday. Frank Kevin returned to Forbes from Sydney in a new Hupmobile car for district practice. Harriet Em Sty Ave death announced in Kant Melhourne, aged 12, linked to Oscar Aseby. A. Ferguson of the Department of Home Affairs remains in Forbes for the Wideange work with plans starting within ten days.
Weather outlook sours for farmers as cloudy skies disappoint with scarce rain while drought debates rise on the West coast. Officials warn water supplies in some districts remain tight though few final losses and shortages have occurred. The weather pattern shows mixed signals as communities wait for stabilizing moisture.
Sydney reports on the Werriwa federal election with Bob Bennett leading and partial returns suggesting the outcome may not change. The piece notes Bennett ahead by a small margin and references party support while indicating early counts are not expected to alter the result.
The article details a grand opening of a new public hall with a wave of support, praising Mr. Brook and local backers. It describes stage, seating, a demonstration show, and plans for future all star programs with performances by many acts and a new skating room, dressing rooms, and a sliding rooftop.
An elderly pensioner named Juha Cothyghan, who had lived on Cia Swillup for eleven years, was found dead on his hut doorstep by Constable Cullen at 10 o'clock Sunday night. The body lay in the doorway as mourners prepared for the burial, with scant readable details from the fragmented report.
Parkes golfers faced a day of mixed results with Parkes, Fortin, and Che Paul among top performers. Notable outcomes include Flannery beating Maven and A Gilcherst defeating Lanes, while D. Jones beat H. Smith and W M Hyrnex defeated W Howapa. Several matches featured close scores and several players advanced in the Fortes porches tournament.
In Sydney a disturbance at Wisk Histalgut's circus resulted when nine men attacked circus staff with stones and sticks as a crowd of about one hundred gathered. Red Wolvern were drawn, several men injured including a person in critical condition. Seven ringleaders were arrested.
A congress of independent workers in Mutbourne adopted a vigorous policy dynicist sociqligile and potliteat ufoist aimed at uniting labor efforts and advancing social reforms within the community.
A Tuesday collision occurred in Sydney between a tram and a motor car near William Street last night. Several persons were injured in the accident.
A large blaze last night gutted the Watson and Coysmith printing works on Clarence Street. The fire left the building a near total ruin with only the walls standing and estimated losses placed at £11,000. The cause remains unknown.
A Broken Hill gathering of the AMA faced disorder as members rejected a cake statement and clashed over employer interests amid a contentious dispute. The meeting aimed to address ongoing tensions and potential action, with attendees divided on the best course.
A serious motor car incident is reported in Sydney with details indicating injuries and disruption on a weekday. The article notes authorities responding, the scene secured, and preliminary findings under investigation.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an incident in New Zealand at an unnamed church area with mention of fire and lack of water. The text is garbled with names and locations partially readable, indicating a fire event and the absence of an extinguishing response. Further readable details are unavailable in the fragment.
In London and surrounding areas, workers demand higher wages with dockers and railway workers joining demonstrations. About 1300 colliers in Sout Stratford protest wage awards while the London building industries federation threatens dock and wharf employees. Thousands of men face repercussions as strikes and arrests unfold amid tension with authorities.
Australia faced Middlesex as openers Whitty and Whitby contributed early runs while Hearne took two wickets for England. Bowler Phastonl? and Stoned? offered support as the match progressed, with key partnerships forming before lunch.
Cambridge fielded a weakened side with three players sidelined by injuries. South Africa dominated midfield pressure and defense, securing a decisive win as the visitors struggled to create chances.
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