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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1923
Page
2
Fragmented obituary and public notices from a 1947 newspaper page. Reads like a memorial for Margaret Frmonts and family condolences, plus public notices for library book returns and small ads including tuning services and a second hand perambulator. Contains garbled OCR with names, places, and dates partially legible.
Tender notice warns that persons found trespassing or interfering with stock around the yard will face seizure. It lists places and names, including Rundle and Mauger, and states stock will be impounded if found. Further particulars and official appointment are noted for the public.
Canvas goods including Hore emt Cattle Rows Turpaullay Water ings Verandah Ulinds Bakers Curt Lovers and English cloth of fine workmanship promoted. Sold by Albert Jount at 27 Morkoe Street Sydney with Pamony Birkmyre's Waterproof stock.
Yesterday J T Woule sold a cowportent heist of cattle in this district. The report notes tampered pricing and a dubious dry pull, with measurements and fattening claims questioned. The piece cites RongVor and mentions Preyprad h and Hat ayiendles in unclear roles.
Fragmentary newspaper text mentions football figures, a match at a Sydney/Cricket Ground, advertisements, an injured player, and a future game between Federal and Emeril. Many names are garbled. The readable parts hint at historical football context without clear dates, teams, or outcomes.
Names and service numbers provided for recipients of war medals including British campaigns. Applicants must include full name, regimental or unit number, and postal address. Do not forward nonessential documents or letters with the application.
The district reported notable rainfall and related effects with records from Forben and nearby areas. Weather showers occurred on Sunday and later, while assessments noted improvements in the green school police presence and general district conditions. Nearby rainfall continued into yesterday and last night, with additional showers observed.
A fragmentary report notes Forbus club players and several named members competing in a midweek event on the green with references to notices to the secretary, points claimed, and multiple players listed by surname and initials.
The Forbes Jockey Club faces a postponed winter meeting on the local course due to heavy rain. Heavy showers threaten racing days, with the programme likely delayed while officials assess track conditions and reschedule remaining events.
A fragmented report describes a claim near Wyongalv on the Lachlan River where three roads of roughs and a large diamond with smaller stones were found. Observers note opposition among experts and a Sydney party reportedly examined the site and prepared for further action.
The Forbes Owls announce an evening of light entertainment tomorrow to support Porber District Hospital. Aimed at adults, the show promises lively acts and hearty laughs with proceeds benefiting the hospital.
Fragmented OCR lists foursomes and stroke handicaps from a golf event. Names include Mot, Chen, OO, E Glows, Cahill, Cahill, O'Dwyer, McCarwry, Davis, and others with scores and handicaps scattered through the text.
Fragmented court style note describes a Forbes attorney recounting a financial dispute. The speaker questions outcomes and asks for mutual gain, hinting at unsettled business sentiments and unreadable parlor talk. The piece reads as a conflicted plea amid legal stress and uncertain fortunes.
Bedgerabong Pony Club announces the racing event will be held on Wednesday July 18 after a successful meeting with the Trotting Association and Ukke XBW. The secretary Colin Praner is handling entries and will post the ground conditions and crowd details.
Fragmentary report records a May 2 shooting in Lou Hedgecubons and a defendant named Bedomrabong ofrenc JH TS Stumley with a magistrate listing fines and penalties for disorderly conduct and smoking obscene language. The text is heavily garbled and some names and places are uncertain.
The Nijourned cases of the most modest status and others in the Muniet pat Appeal Court were being continued as of the time of no proceeding toward doctors.
A curious observer retraced a bizarre scene by a river where he previously found a man, then returned to a nearby creek on a recent visit. He encounters three brown snakes basking and shows wary interest in the area as he notes what he sees and hopes for more information.
Interstate player Po Pitamarali, from Wamlinn ye ar, teamed with Routh frydney in tx dintrict matches and impressed at Parhes over the week. Saturday saw a clash with Pathe playiew & Weaver'n at friendly exme oo Weaver'n courts, where Pitamarali showed good form. Bowyer sie Davidean plans to join Die aarofyal dominancing at tiubbo bf The Bend Inclinet, with Naviton and Lab likely to join the trio.
A lively event hosted by the Mawral Football Club drew a large attendance on Saturday night. The gathering featured music, club organizers, and reports of planned future activities, including arrangements for winter programs and promotions.
The report notes a family holiday trip to Sydney involving Mr and Mrs R Hi Jones and others, followed by a large gathering at St Patrick's College, Goulburn. It records the sudden death of Mr John Busby, describing his abrupt collapse and hospital treatment, and mentions related memorial services and tributes, with references to local figures and ongoing departmental changes.
Local rifle shooting meet at Morbes Tire Club grounds on June 26 features the Ew Rood Trophy event with contestants from the region. The event announces team selections on the range and notes participants who did not compete in the option entries.
A damaged OCR snippet hints at a shop or fair scene at Avaten and Pratley's with vague references to a "shepard," teary moments, a dork over, and a 10 percent orientation of S778. The text mentions children's making court and a cure, but details are unclear and not reliably decipherable.
Glance Ewyovwlly defeats Paderain by four points. Gouluyone beats Calurte-Flyers by fourteen. Bugowry defeats Wirrinyu by fourteen. Unowindra Wow tops Fortes from IMedgornboug.
Fragmentary report notes a competition where a match is counted as a motor played and won. Mentions names like Lapane Bygowre and Petermanies SBA and a team named Goolagons. Unclear dates or places. reads as a damaged OCR segment with partial scores or events. Further readable entities include Hedgerabong and Wirvlaye yoogo.
Emeralds and Federals fought a hard battle on the Nome ground. Huddy Channon and meléay stood out for the Emeralds while Bray and Peters for the Federals kept play tight. Final tense exchanges saw both sides push for a late score but defense held firm.
Heavy rain and mud hampered a match between Calarie Flyers and Goolagone. High winds and slick ground limited scoring with Goolagone edging ahead 12 to 4. Players suffered injuries including a knee twist to Claude Fieldy and a knock to W Medards. Referee Mr H Miller faced questions as play remained forward-dominated and several disputes arose over tackles. The home side eyed a rematch next Sunday against Mugowrn on their ground.
The fragmentary text describes a sports match featuring McGullintes Kerr Rowraida and Jim Baker with tied or closely played scores. It notes strong play by Kerr and Rowraida, mentions crowd reactions at a Federals versus Wm araldy game, and references police presence and confusion among attendees. The garbled OCR obscures precise teams, locations, and outcomes.
A detailed account of a Sunday competition between WIREINYA and EUGOWTA, noting slippery conditions and several injuries. WIREINYA won by 14 points after a dynamic fourth quarter surge with multiple players contributing. Referee and individual player actions are mentioned amid game context and travel plans for the rematch.
A garbled notice describes a quirky event with dubious names and phrases. It mentions Yor and a tailor, a taxperienced tailor, and a scene involving Orla hilslang in Porbee for twenty rows, presented in a fragmented, unclear style.
A long letter to the editor from a Forbes supporter decries Parkes influence while urging a carnival push to boost Forbes status in New South Wales. The piece argues Forbes leadership and civic virtue, praises local industry, and predicts a heavy Belt of public meetings with Parkes and Forbes contending for prominence. The writer calls for organized public movement with notable local figures backing the effort and hints at broader regional pride amid upcoming show dates.
Fragment unreadable text mentions threats and uncertainty with phrases about they need me and best intent. Names and clear facts are not extractable from the garbled source.
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