15 Jun 1928
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1928
Page
1
Members of the Chamber of Commerce debated a detour suggestion for the Vorben railway near Grosnine. They supported submitting a petition to the Main Roads Board and discussed cooperation to resolve traffic troubles affecting the district.
Event notes describe a farming outreach visit with demonstrations and lectures at a rail station area. It mentions a program led by a regional farming trainer and local participants, aiming to improve agricultural practices.
A garbled report mentions the Fi atwen Bowling Club president and a senior team reaching over 60 years with a string of wins. It lists players or members such as CAMB and Haven Street, plus numerous surnames, implying a long club history and recent success despite the unclear text.
An unclear fragment references Joly Manan Af Mormnavent with mentions of an Ow N W plannering clan and links to Lanark Station and a railway line at Roulbuien. The text is damaged and readable details are limited to historical names and places.
A young apprentice, Wagka Chirlee Youns, aged 18, was fatally injured when a wheel with a damaged tyre struck him in the Wellington railway yards. The incident occurred near Parkes district. emergency services attended and he died later from multiple injuries.
A girl was knocked down amid activity linked to a Chamber of Commerce movement in the city. Witnesses described a sudden maneuver by a participant, with medical aid called to the scene.
A Forbes Chamber of Commerce gathering heard that speeding motorists threaten safety near Sheriff and Court streets, with residents urging enforcement and traffic controls during and after Wednesday night meetings. Officials discussed signage and potential patrols as a response to recurring incidents affecting students and pedestrians.
Mr D J Bown of Orange announces his next fortnightly visit to Furlive on Wednesday June 27. Wig consulting rooms are at the Vandenbors Helm with appointments. If necessary, arrangements may be made at Keuaptan's Pherasaey.
Fragmentary report notes participants such as Alvida and Gunn competing for multiple trophies at Wywaaay. The text references various names and prizes, with unclear figures and outcomes due to damaged OCR. The main action appears to be trophy procurement and competition results.
Fragmentary plea for employment appears in a garbled note. The writer mentions seeking work and references potential tasks or skills though legible details are sparse. No clear names, places, or dates are identifiable from the readable text.
Police station records show a community aid effort distributing blankets to the needy during a cold spell. Officials note volunteers coordinated with local shelters to ensure those most at risk received warmth.
Ladies coats in all wool and wool and cotton blends offered at discounted prices. Coats include long and short sleeves with prices ranging from 3/6 to 4/11 and a featured fur coat at 4 10.
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