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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1921
Page
6
The annual Presbytery Ball drew about 260 dancers at the town hall on Tuesday. A large crowd enjoyed the music by Fos orchestra and the elaborate costumes, with prizewinners announced for best attire and performances.
A large gathering of children in Fayrey Town attended a community event featuring dress costumes, games, and a parade. Judges awarded prizes for creative outfits as Mr and Mrs Brit and Mr and Mrs Merritt organized the affair with music by Ar tet'n orchestra and local performers.
A notice announces a visit by Vice Regal Optician at the Albion Hotel on Tuesday June 21 from 10 am to 6 pm. The event promises professional eye care, with qualified opticians from Wessas Ha Barraclough Ltd of Sydney, Melbourne, and Sewvnathy providing services and diplomas from ROA and FLO.
The Municipal Appeal Court sessions led by Mr Holt, P.M., resulted in settlements on most cases, with attorneys Connell and Moloney representing appellants and Mr Stirling assisting. Valuations across numerous estates and parcels were reduced in accord with council variations, ending in agreed amendments for properties and perches.
A long polemic argues for tightening links between city and bush in Australia. It decries urban detachment, urges government action to spread opportunities, and warns migration weakens rural communities and national independence.
Local valuations document items including property values, road statements, and toll figures. Several entries reference John Wyhow Lachlan Reyer and Cornel’s valuations with amounts like £105 and £80, mentioning reduced values and tory assessments alongside road valuations and public notices.
Mysterious note from a 1979 item mentions dining room pieces and a BD 79 reference. No clear names or locations are readable.
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