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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1936
Page
10
A garbled report details tennis actions and a local club gathering led by Wilpa Hatten with various players named. It mentions a journey to Raverneng last Sunday and a home defeat, plus a Bonny Boonelib result and a late match at Eugowra with a 23 to 6 score.
H A Barraclough Ltd Sotomatrials and Opticians at 584 George Street Sydney announces a visit by Mr FP Newall FLO to The Vandenberg Hotel on Monday July, from 9 am to 4 pm. The firm has toured the town for over thirty years.
Ascot results are reviewed with emphasis on Alan Verde and rivals. Owners and trainers face racing drama as horses like Miramond and Pasha show mixed form, while Alan Verde is tipped for better races after Saturday’s performance and Speldon upsets.
In a busy week the bowls scene featured tension as key matches determined progress toward finals. Dermipees, Maguire, and Lenton led strong showings with notable scores while Forbes players trained in morning sessions. The secretary arranged additional rink time to host more rounds and facilitate upcoming playdays.
Forbes players travel to Grenfell for a social match with a long list of participants including Nelson Or Hair Muddiwon wail Mc Tolm C Beagrove Ho Beycrown Pollur and T Heagrove Agney. Cars depart Plannerys corner at 22 45.
Gowra Jockey Club's winter meeting sees 11 horses entered for a two day program amid high expectations. Handicaps list many entrants across Maiden and Welter events with notable names such as Miss Wasp and Moonmargh among the entries, aiming for top finishes.
A garbled club bulletin lists the RB grade championship qualifying rounds to be played over 28 days, with a Tuesday second heat, plus draws for the 9 inch crude event and consolation matches. Names of players and match pairings appear, including Morley, Williams, Garrard, and others, with notes on venues and posting of hive draws at Lerma.
Turbulent remains in peak form and is favored to win upcoming races at Rosehill and Randwick. Braeburn, runner-up to Turbulent at Rosehill, is noted as a strong challenger with a steady record. The article highlights Turbulent’s recent performances and potential clashes with rivals at Warwick and Brisbane Cup events.
Parents and Citizens Association states pageant profit reached 89 pounds 0 shillings 7 pence, near last year’s total. Headmaster Brenan notes £15 from profits go to four senior departments, £5 to High School for books, £17 for renovation, and a tree-planting plan for grounds with 25 trees to be bought.
Large crowds filled Parkes on Wednesday for Enda ace versus Weee. Giyani footballers lost by a point to Woodstuck while Purkes tied at home. GOWEAL Weil Eugowra visited Piurkes Sunday and fell 5 to 0. Golf club reports six and a half events, bridge and euchre social. Club plans housework, chimney repairs, and a new Turmore installation as many new members join.
The advertisement from Moore Brooke & Co for The Liverpool London & Globe Insurance Co LTD promotes fire, marine and accident coverage with claims paid at 122 million pounds and exposure up to 23 million. It lists crops stacks fencing and livestock coverage against fire risks and notes local agents and equipment supply.
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