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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1915
Page
6
A fragmented weekly column notes church services at Mt Coutts and Bedgerabong with mentions of revivals, cemetery rites, and baptisms. It references hospital patients and community gatherings, including a tennis event and a Red Crest gathering, listing several local places and clergy.
A May 1810 meeting in Gie School of Arts hall discussed approving a show for the year and set up scheduling and committees. J W Lees presided, with officers named and the finance committee to review arts funds. The group planned a second session for late May and noted preparations for Beltane donations and a forthcoming centenary celebration file.
The report outlines a farewell to Mr and Mrs Wadd and family with new partners Tolmie and Pearce taking over. It highlights Mr Pearce and Mr Tolmle as vital to Trundle district stock and agency matters, and notes the town’s improved mood post May rains with crops improving and verdant prospects.
George Tolhurst announces the completion of a new up-to-date hotel building praised by friends and the public. The property offers full conveniences including accommodation, first-class table services, wines, and spirits, west of the main thoroughfare.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions weather assertions and a Bathurst bishop. It references a bishop presiding and adds ambiguity about public interest or ceremony. The legible parts are insufficient for a clear event, date, or precise participants.
A garbled report references a meeting in which participants planned travel and attendance. Names like Mr George and Mr Jark Sloane Milguwen appear among unclear details. The text mentions a new addition to an event, a great improvement, and a war news reference with Melbourne connections.
Cloudy weather gave way to clear skies as crops grow and a Belgian Fund collection netted about £40 monthly from a May street dance at Mr Dougas barn. Donations included clothing from Miss Hot Stick and others. Community updates list residents traveling to Sydney, enlistments, and tennis matches planned with Daisy Park. A dentist from Forbes, Mr Frank Kevin, will visit Rozan Gate on June 12.
A crowded Grenfell gathering presided by Mayor Taylor passed a resolution to unite with Cowra and fund a cable to the King. Rev Rob Hammond praised the monarch, and the crowd united in singing God Save the King amid cheers for loyal support during wartime.
W A Robinson of Purdie & Coy funds nine men, including “Mulino,” to house wounded soldiers and Mrs HOS Howarth Ware. Dr Freale offers free care. Mayor permits the shelter after city approval.
South Wandary Cricket Club wrapped up the season on Wednesday night May 26 at Mr Ridley's residence with a pleasant gathering. Trophies for batting and bowling averages were presented by president Mr Ridley. G F Cochrane funded the batting trophy and Clem Hedge won the bowling trophy. Second grade players awarded gold medals for never having won a trophy before went to O Atehin and H W Maile. The meeting allocated the balance of dues to the Belgian Relief Fund. Music and short programs featured prominent local participants and refreshments were served.
Orders are being taken for rubber stamps at this office. Secure timely delivery of customized stamps for official documents and daily clerical tasks.
J. J. Kelly announces he has taken over the Union Motel Trundie and will run a modern up to date house with convenient facilities. Special attention to country guests. Free yard and somuodiom stab line.
Thos J Martin announces continuation of the business formerly Lowing & Co stock and station agents at Bogan Gate under the old name Corraspontebee. He asks public support from Hogan Gate and surrounding district for the ongoing trade and service.
Agencies Ieander Massegatria Machinery Clutterbuck Bros Englies and Chaff-Cutters Paton Burns Manures Noribern Assurance Cory Auction Sates conducted in any part of the district.
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