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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1915
Page
2
Seeds for present planting listed in a damaged catalog style. Mentions pansy varieties, color mixes, Chinese seeds, celery and herbs, with scattered brand-like terms and incomplete descriptions. Includes phrases about seed packets, free post catalogs, and market readiness.
Robert Kerr, manager, is listed in the board advisory group alongside Alderman Thomas Aghes as part of the city’s administrative roster.
A long, fragmentary account by Trooper J Brownhill from NSW details a wartime journey and the miseries of travel and battle. The writer reflects on danger, delayed communications, and a mission to report events while maintaining hope for survival. The text weaves in names, places, and a sense of duty amid hardship.
Fragmentary dispatches describe naval actions near the Dardanelles with ships under bombardment and landing operations. Mentions of Austro Allies and French forces and chaotic frontline fighting, with several ships and troops referenced amid heavy shelling and retreats.
A radio dispatch quotes Colonel Hlyrle urging cheers for the Croat troops and signaling that the Light Horse will soon receive orders. The roofless station backdrop and enthusiastic audience in Cairo reflect high anticipation for their next move as they prepare to show Australia their strength.
A soldier recounts brutal combat with Turkish forces, detailing hand to hand fighting, shelling, and a leg wound. He describes advancing with the infantry, the chaos of battle, and the grim aftermath as ships carry wounded sailors and troops away. He notes resilience, camaraderie, and pride in the Australian regiments with scarce fatalities. The letter ends with reflections on health and morale aboard the campaign.
A series of testimonials from NSW families extols Hean's Essence as the best cough and cold remedy for children and the home made cough mixtures. Advert claims include affordability and fast relief, with references to multiple towns and personal endorsements. The text promotes dilution directions and usage notes for the product.
A fragmentary note describes a growing demand worldwide for improved vehicles and mentions the Humberstis two seater car priced at £190. The ad-like text hints at affordable motoring and new tyres, urging readers to seek proof and avoid doubt in purchasing.
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