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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1915
Page
3
The Defence Minister spoke in Melbourne urging recruitment to support the war. He warned of severe shortages and stressed the need for men to bolster munitions output and national resolve, appealing to Australians to join and set an example amid casualties.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference munitions supplies and government work in a foreign region. Details are garbled but indicate a plan involving a double suite and a late stage of operation. Names and places are unclear due to transcription errors.
A troubled note from Tuesday reports the German rising in Sydney amid fears of unrest related to German rovers and arms in the Commonwealth. Officials cite anxiety over wartime dynamics and public safety as authorities seek calm and order.
Fragmentary OCR recounts military actions around Tver Pasha and Rassten Tinea as German breakthroughs press in. It mentions Red Cras, Wisma Whit tuperiaine, and a mass transfer of soldiers to Germany, with three Russian monts ordered to respond amid exhausted lines.
Fragmentary notes on local advertising, meetings, and bids. Mentions officials, a bridge expenditure debate, a Protestant board meeting, and a parish event. References to Wellington trade, a shop opening, and a memorial service plan. Includes 1909 era categories and brief social notices with scattered names and costs.
Forbes district notes names of local men killed or wounded in the Dardanelles front for the king and country. Entries include Harton KIGLED Combe J Casslinir J Forguayn M C Shine Joseph Kendall VA Roath Willian H Dunne A We Holland Joba Long Roy Sloans Folin Strickland Turner Watson and others with status unclear due to OCR errors.
The report lists several soldiers connected to Fortes and Forbes who were wounded or killed at the Dardanelles and in related campaigns. J T Elliot of GMS volunteered from Fortes, with notes on his family and status. Clive Holland, eldest son of Mrs E Holland of Yass, wounded at the Dardanelles while serving with the 7th Australian Light Horse. Private Roy M McMillan wounded at the chapel and listed among news from Narromine and Rosebank connections. Corporal Vere, from Orange, among the slain at Gallipoli, with family ties to Massey-Harrie. Stanley and Claude Elliott also mentioned among those en route or on leave. The piece records several other local volunteers and their families, with cables confirming wounds and statuses and noting prior service in South Africa and earlier campaigns.
Transcripts reveal tense board session on Saturday morning with directors debating the handling of inspectors reports and the power to require directors to retire during readings. Members discuss precedent, fairness, and the role of inspectors in property cases while Massey Murray and Thornton arrive and further clarify positions.
Sydney reports wave of stormy actions as representatives debate the referenda bill. Opposition vows to obstruct at every stage while Carmichael’s appointment as Royal Commissioner to probe general administration is confirmed. Crown land projects aim to unlock 9 276 000 acres for closer settlement, while city workers urge a national government to end party politics. Watchers open shops in Adelaide as NZ minister for France is deemed inevitable to run country business. Evidence on sugar supplies suggests measures to prevent price manipulation, and commodities debates extend to hay sales at Yanco with negotiations paused awaiting result.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a county home deal and a splendid residence near Lanu Chess. Names and specifics are unreadable. no clear parties, date, or location can be confirmed.
Wlean and Co offers listings for sale of a credit farm orchard or cottage. Potential buyers are invited to write for details on purchases or sales opportunities.
A dated message from W. K. Garns hy Senior Archivist appeals to the Culeans of Paphos and surrounding units to ensure safe conduct on Australia Day. It requests prompt feedback on intended forwarding plans and recalls the sacrifices of wounded soldiers, guards, and officials who risked their lives for the country.
The ondermentioned Stores will close their establishments beginning 1910 with daily hours between 9 and 2 meal periods. Public is asked to observe regular meal hours. Named firms include JOHN MEAGHER & CO UPD J MANSON & CO HUNTER & PHELPS BP WHITE & CO MICHAEL LEE J DONAGHRY GEORGE Nasn 1 8 REDADH HONG CROS Gd BOLOMON QUONG LEE LA HARMS Thomias BROE AM MELLOR CO BUCKLAND JON HUGO WH KENZIE.
Market note seeks fresh eggs at the Mearesy Caliyay station with payment per dozen listed in state price. Apply WHICHELO and LUTHORER in Uskors Latha.
Notice warns that any person or persons trespassing on Walla Walla paddocks or leasehold country will be prosecuted. All stock found trespassing will be impounded. Information from A Turner Seventury Ay person or persons involved urged to heed. Crown SManager.
Edward Weaver & Co. auctioneers announce a cash sale of 118 lots at 20 Bathnay Street Forles, listing piano, parlor suite, sideboard, dining table, wardrobe, chairs, bedding, and various household items from the Weaver household. The catalog includes furniture and fittings across dining, living, and sleeping rooms with terms cash.
Reports indicate Sergeant-Major J Wasson of the 2nd Light Horse was wounded during the Dardanelles engagement. The well known Forbes resident served as an instructor and earned distinctions in Queensland and at Parkes while attached to motor transport service. Private Cypit Mead, listed as killed in action, was a monitor of the Commercial Tank troop and son of Major Rourke Read AAMC of Sydney.
A garbled promotional note urges readers to order a new suit for the Forbes Show. It promises fitted style and workmanship, claiming a wide range of options and urging prompt ordering to avoid disappointment.
The sale by Mook Hooker and Co begins at 90 pounds on Wednesday at 10.00. Items include carpets, linoleum, pictures, ornaments, drapery, and a range of room suite pieces. Key names listed include Overmanne, Fedor, Dior Tadlos Leathar, Virownard, and others.
A garbled agricultural notice mentions ploughs and drills with unclear names and figures. The readable parts reference W. K. Garnsny as a contact and a stock or stockman role, plus scattered names Forbes and Agoats. The fragment suggests equipment sales or auctions with uncertain specifics.
An OCR damaged inventory lists various household goods and sundries including piano, rooms, ware, and upholstery. The fragment references quantities and conditions, with oblique mentions of furniture, ironware, and miscellaneous items. No clear buyer or sale details are discernible from the text.
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