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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1920
Page
2
The Tuesday June 18 1890 report notes rural council revenue reduced to 251773 and a defeat blamed on missteps at the Town Committee. A joint fundraiser and sports day at Parkes between Parkes Orange and Forbes events draw RB Buecheng Flannery Allen and other locals. Randarkes at the Show ground tomorrow feature a peaceas horse and a heavy parade along Main Street.
A garbled notice markets a star production titled Shalt Not and hints at a subplot about a minister's pressure on a village woman. It references distant locales and an Australian connection with actor Bennett in a disjointed, period-tinged Hollywood style.
The Literary Institute discussed a proposal to rebate a hall’s control to the Institute, denying the change and supporting the existing hospital connection. The committee rejected a plan to reorganize and delay action until the next meeting, with remands and appeals referenced.
Fragmented review notes Ginger Mick in a production titled The Bentinentel Bloke. It references cast members Gilbert Amery Doreen Lat and others. The piece hints at a venue in Stand Tomorrow Night with mentions of screen dates and reception by local audiences.
In a May day inquest at the Foren Court Mouxe, Coroner GURRENT TOPOS presided over hearings into a case described as conssrlax free Topatey Brak. Blowalyar. which resulted in delayed evidence. The Coroner returned at vacion with updated findings and a note on forthcoming evidence.
At a meeting of HenpreNl committee the following tenders were opened for apparatus and easings. W. Gedder, John Meagher & Co, and T. Puasley submitted bids. One tender was rejected for making improper proofs to mend doors and windows at the hall.
District motor drivers report no special arrangements by the Postmaster to supply fodder for ponies. Turul Industries board supports pony transport. Forbes hosts official opening events this week with local men claiming advantage in the matter.
A public notice reports proposed salary raises for nurses and matron at the convent. It states increases to £156 and £144 per year for specified positions, with probationers set to rise accordingly and the secretary’s salary by £45 per year.
Fragmented notice lists donors including Mr Thomson Mrs Veavles and Miss Darey Opera and Magualmen. Items such as flowers, chairs, stools and walking sticks were received from the Red Cross Society in Sydney. The text is garbled but records donations for the past month to the hospital.
AUFLE shooting at Parkes faces a challenge from Kir and Mayen on a holiday Thursday. If the event proceeds, firing will begin shortly after the holiday and a formal function will follow. The Wednesday and Saturday matches will still run, with Jack Fielder organizing both squads and Parkes Club members urged to attend.
The deputy mayor and multiple speakers addressed town figures including MT Weaver about town duties and health concerns. The meeting covered loyalty, preventing disturbances, and securing supplies while noting the mayoral picture and ward board report.
In Forbes district progress and personnel shifts are noted. Attendance includes a half share sale in a local agency, a guard of honor for the Prince of Wales in Sydney, hospital patients improving but with time ahead, and several staff changes at banks and companies. Missing man listed with family seeking information.
A garbled, OCR like collection mentions Attorney General approval to Hospital Committee, local hospital ball results, and ads for winter underwear from Aunten and Pratley’s. It mentions colors, fabrics, and several names, with unclear dates and partial court references. The piece reads as a rough clump of notices, ads, and legal-sounding lines.
Mr Herbert Joyce Moore, aged 6 to 70, died in local hospital at an early Sunday hour after weeks of illness linked to a wood accident. Widow and family mourn, with a funeral at the local cemetery conducted by Key Aunt Peacock. Mr Ponssey carried the casket at burial.
An elderly resident of Forbes died at Forbes Hospital on Friday evening aged 77. Cause listed as heart failure after a period of illness. Survived by a widow. Funeral arrangements announced for Saturday with details in the notice.
MR P Newgent died recently after years employed by Mr J W Lees at Engowrn. The obituary states he was the son of The Alotnnmaster at Singinton and mentions Singleton Tor futermten. Details are brief and unclear due to damaged OCR text.
The Moats family mourns the infant who died at a few hours old at Patria aid sh, thank yon of Mr and Mrs Patrick Helden of Forbes. The funeral occurred this morning at the Catholic cemetery with Rev Father Hennessy officiating and Mr T Peasley conducting the ceremonies.
The report lists numerous town and district results from Saturday rain affected matches. Scores include Caltarendaurl 1M NYnman 72, NarromMne 60, Trundle 72, Cobour 70, Mudeor 114, Orange 101, Bathumtus, Dubbo 36, Wellington hi, Molone 95, Parkes 7, Dubbo 36, Condhobatin KG 21, Hay 17, Dnedoo 117.
A garbled regional item recounts weather swings from late 19th to early 20th century, noting drought relief in Bonavibte country and Forbes travelers bound for Ryuney. It mentions a football match England versus Australia and various long-ago transport and clothing items, with scattered names like Mr George Hale and Pratley amidst a chaotic, diary-like record.
The body of a man named Godber was found at the Wollondilly River. A seven pound hammer and other items were found with the body, suggesting possible foul play or industrial unrest context. The incident follows reports of labor tensions and economic concerns affecting workers, with mentions of wages, shipping, and government actions in Australia and New Zealand.
The notice touts Discounts at the Anaten & Praey'nat department with blankets and peppermint cures. It promotes Woods' Great Peppermint Cure for colds and chugs, claims satisfaction guarantees, and highlights a motor repair shop on Rankin Street. The piece references impending higher prices and drought concerns driving purchases.
Auction sale to be held Saturday next June 19 1820 at the residence of Mr Bs Cunning. Misprinted inventory lists furniture including a thigh-class Mandrome BR Bedstead 8 pieces sideboard extension table hall stand and various household items with fabric and crockery. Also mentions a Gibson sewing machine and garden tools among other odds and ends.
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