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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1921
Page
4
A fragmentary newspaper notice mentions Shirley Mason and a comedy night with acts and titles including Wing Toy and Bare Knuckles. The text references a court reward and polling prices, with scattered place names and district terms, all in a chaotic ad like tone.
A notice advertises a lodge room gathering on a Sunday evening in June with attendance by community figures. Details mention a noon event with minerals and a Forbes wine range tasting near the venue, inviting interested parties to seek fuller particulars from Forbes Power.
For sale an old 60 HP Colomat type Boller steam engine with auto expansion and pumping unit. Includes belts and accessories. Also mentions vendors and prices, with a death notice style fragment for Alexander Hinith dated June 16, 1920.
Mr Brereton a government fruit expert will give a pruning demonstration at Nicola Chustpaant orchard at 1 pm on Wednesday. Sergeant Mannett Forbes is in charge of a wavey departure case tied to a lengthy Forbes tenure.
The Fortnes Municipal Court obtained a verdict for 21/17 from Edward Cunningham regarding a Conts Wincunjey to 1/1470. The Daily Telegraph notes farmers may receive a just payment if wheat prices fall below a set per bushel, leaving a balance of 3) per bushel from the harvest.
Additional mining loans were drawn at Forbes by Patrick Ryan and partners. The leases cover blocks between the avenues and party’s blocks near the railway, widening the week’s mining financing activity.
At Forbes licensing court on Tuesday before Mr Helm a license for the Club House Ot. Farben was granted to Susay Pascoe widow of the late Janiyn Pascoe. Mr R. Multton of Movers Robinson and Mellion appeared for the applicant.
Despite text gaps, organizers confirm playable courses and final arrangements for a town hall tennis event next Thursday evening. A live orchestra will provide the music and an enjoyable time is promised.
The Peak Hill Jockey Club stages a two day show race meeting on July 24 and 25 with £120 in prize money. Entries close on July 22 and rebates are available at fat box rates up to 80 miles with a home start at the meeting. Details from secretary Sheff Coyne.
A humorous tale recalls an inspector quizzing pupils about coins. When asked to name another description of a shilling a bright boy quickly offered deener, prompting the inspector to struggle to maintain seriousness.
The snooker event at Kell y Kitliayd Satoon restarts after a long layoff due to non-play and the winner now faces renewed competition. The south round draw is Bathgate v Foo, Clinard v Rath, with byes for HooWing and Law Tayen, plus matches including Budd, Prow Cripps Parker Mano.
The Round-Up reports on Fatty Arbuckle’s return to public life with his new wholesome comedy style and a forthcoming stage- Strips featuring The Viellae Tale of George Melford at MPH Round HP. Paramount presents a special attraction at the Strand Theatre tomorrow night with Jkramme Mach Bennett and Sill Rowers in Water Water Everywhere. Also highlighted are Fox and William Fox super specials including Something to Think About and Bare Knick.
An auction notice lists Swinei We Seaborn and Co. in a sale at Gonusvi Station two miles from Wowk Vill on Wednesday institute at Utt. The sale includes a wale embraces plant furniture woolshed and other items. Land jit stock will be offered.
The Parkes Western Champion TM v4 by Stanley M'Kay Dramatic Co played at Parker on Tuesday night and is praised as one of the best visiting troupes with lively, engaging entertainment. The Strand Theater at Forbeastonliaht hosted the troupe with a strong turnout and positive reception.
A Forbes PA meeting of the romanties and associated wine group was held to address matters for the next show. It was stated that no dates for the Farber show would be altered at this time.
In a report on raising funds for re laying the cricket ground, donors and cricket players form a working party to clear and raise surrounding earth and set up a water table. A Wednesday afternoon is proposed to complete the task.
The note discusses unusual nesting and movements of birds and insects, noting freak bleeding and unknown causes. It mentions the Grallina pleat season starting around September and observations of young birds, with cautious speculation on whether these phenomena signal broader ecological changes.
Parents and citizens attended a recent meeting led by Rev L Penton in Semban to discuss rites and ground work for an upcoming project. A proposal to prepare the park area for the rains was debated with input from Mr Rhodes and other locals, who suggested funding and labor plans.
Review notes a large turnout for the Old Mother Hubbard pantomime at the Straus Theatre with free admission delighting residents. Cast includes Dame WNL Raynor singing company Richard Tuynbar and Arthur Meredith Tanita among principals, backed by a ballet chorus and strong supporting troupe.
Readable fragments indicate a local notice or brief item mentioning tobacco, a street name Rankin Street, and a person or entity referenced as Fella. The text is fragmented and lacks clear dates, actions, or outcomes.
In Forbes officials and residents attend a gathering noting recent hospital and community changes. Local figures including Mr Thomson and Mr Grieve are mentioned with plans for imminent events and appointments. The piece recalls historical events and individuals connected to Forbes and nearby districts.
The town hall concert Faces postponement due to severe weather last week. Despite the delay, the ensemble delivered a strong performance with notable soloists and a polished program including "There’s None Very" and "Normandy." Audience praise followed, with the principal players highlighted by the audience and local press.
Sydney reports a wave of immigrants leaving for Australia amid labor concerns and policy notes. The piece mentions political remarks by Sir Joseph Cook, local council activity in Port Arthur, and a railway incident near Tatoo. It also covers council elections, wool market outlook, and court actions including a drunk case and indecent exposure.
A farewell gathering was hosted by the Chamber of Commerce in the Lastge Room at Tinath Parkes on Friday night. Invitations were extended to local officials and attendees noted the public ceremony as a formal sendoff.
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