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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1926
Page
4
Fragmented OCR depicts farmers facing weather and soil issues delaying sowing on low-lying ground. Mentions delays, hail, and upcoming matches or events with Grenfell and Catagabal referenced as part of the surrounding context.
Weather and harvest notes describe a cool May with a mild September ahead. Observers report damp evenings, widespread frosts, and strong crops yet to be stored. The article mentions workers preparing a settlement in the district and a football match between Ghrra and Powvtoboie last Sunday. A bonfire event on Kaiyire Day drew large crowds and showcased local celebration amid harvest work.
A rough report notes a heavy wet Sunday night and Monday with widespread muddy conditions. several teams travel for events while farmers mark lambs and report disease cases. a nasty accident occurs near a road where a sulky derailment causes severe injuries to Mrs Williams.
Condobolin correspondent reports a busy period with local matches, social events, and community updates. Highlights include a close game won by Condobolin 2 4, concerns over injuries, retirements, and future fixtures along with social gatherings at the Royal Hall and Milby sports day. Local figures referenced include Mr and Mrs Hurley May, HC Monider, and My Stockuar.
Weather conditions remain varied with hot spells and heavy showers hindering land work. Parkes hosted a football match defeating Eugowra 14 to 2 while local events included a Stag Lager visit, a convention bazaar, and community notices about stores, volunteers, and social gatherings amid ongoing training and general town updates.
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