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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1915
Page
3
A vintage seed listing highlights giant flowering pansies Stocks carnations delphinium formosum and Chinese varieties with many colors and price marks 1d 2d 6d per packet. It also lists beet borecole broccoli cabbage carrot celery lettuce peas swede and turnip seeds at low pack rates for home and market growers.
Seed catalogue note offers free post while Dranafield's Seeds are stocked by MR E J Grinsted, stationer, Ete.
Letters from Forbes district soldiers reveal a detailed march to Cairo and onward to Lemnos Island aboard transports. Lee Lille, with the Australian forces, describes camp strikes, shipboard life, battle trenches, injuries, and casualty reports amid the Dardanelles expedition and Allied landings.
A wounded Private J Long describes leaving Egypt for Lemnos and landing at the Dardanelles on April 25. He writes of 70 transports and ships, the Queen Elizabeth, and the brutal beach landing under heavy fire, with his battalion advancing two miles inland before nightfall.
Extracts from a letter dated May 7 1915 from Private F Cornett of Trundle Moads Camp Egypt describes troop movement to the Dardanelles and eager plans for the 1st and 2nd Light Horse. He notes leaving horses, hospital visits to Jack Long at Luna Park Cairo, heavy casualties, Turkish and German foes, and praise for British artillery and Australian nurses. He mentions the Canberra troopship voyage and sends regards to family.
Alderman Edwards pressed to publish a list of rates owed by aldermen at a recent Municipal Council meeting. The mayor and officials argued such lists are confidential, but Edwards and Patterson clashed over past unpaid bills and whether scrutiny should be public. The exchange touched a £7 19 1d arrears and broader claims of unpaid rates and accountability.
Mr T Webb common ranger lists sheep crossings with dates and routes from May to June. Entries include Gebhardt Glynn Malloy Strickland Speck Speck Best Savage Triggs Morgan on varied routes such as Nyngan to Kyatong Anglesey to Wagowra Inchgower to Dargo Carrawobitty to Moobong and Wellington to Geolagong with owners like Glynn Grant Wheatley and others overseeing movements across numerous properties and stations.
An Australian ad extols Hean's Essence as an effective cough and cold remedy. Testimonials from Mrs. J A Jones of Weston and Mrs. B Smith of Brisbane praise its pleasant taste and quick relief for children. The copy promises cost savings by diluting one bottle into a larger bottle and directs purchase through chemists or mail order from G W Hean, Sydney.
An abridged automotive report cautions buyers about risky purchases and highlights Humberette 2 acater cars from The Motor Hovee Ltd Sydney agents at price £190. The Humberette is praised for comfort, springing, neat appearance, and refined finish, claimed as a top market choice with superior quality.
Due to earlier evening mail, the Forbes Advocate will publish at 11 30 a m in future Advertisers must send ad matter by 9 am on Tuesdays and Fridays to ensure insertion Changes of advertisement must be submitted by the day before publication.
A storefront advertises a large stock of new suitings with a call to order a fashionably cut suit. It promises the best workmanship and tailored services, urging immediate action for ladies seeking a perfect filling suit.
H V Croft announces takeover of the Albion Hotel and plans to run it on up to date residential and commercial hotel lines. The move signals a modernized operation aimed at broad clientele in the area.
Fire hailstorm and accident coverage details including special farmer's policy. Live stock risks such as foaling included.
Norwich and London Accident Assurance Association advertises personal accident and workmen's compensation insurance with F. Rata & Co as district representatives. Terms on application.
Mr Martin announces takeover of the Club House Hotel from Mr Lal Walace and plans up-to-date management. Wines and spirits will be true to label, with tables supervised by Mr Martin. Excellent stabling and storage for motor cars offered. Motto: Treat others as you expect to be treated.
Scottish Union and National Insurance Company offers fire, accident, live stock, dwelling, furniture, stores, trade stock, farm building and crop coverage. Policies include personal accident sickness workmen's compensation and live stock insurance, promoted with emphasis on low rates and broad coverage.
All rains met General Produce Merchante offering furniture removal storage and parcel delivery. Wool, hides, and skins bought. Telephone 169.
Jack Dowley announces he has taken over Central Livery Stables on Rankin Street from Jack Rabb. He promises the best attention, being an experienced horseman, and invites Forbes and district to entrust all business to him with confidence.
Jack Dowley Rankin Street, opposite F Rath & Co s Coach Factory, noted in the street layout or directory listing.
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