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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1929
Page
3
Town Clerk Mr Taylor told the council notices were served on residents with kerbing and guttering contributions overdue by over two months. About 60 residents were pursued, five paid, totaling £681. No extensions or instalment requests were received. Arrangements were made for issue of more notices under direction, with most due next week.
A promotional notice touts Dr H C Southworth’s URODYNE for men over 40 with back pain, frequent urination, and sleep disruption. It claims long track record, testimonials, a risk free ten-day trial, and money back guarantee via a local distributor Kennard Street.
Forbes is advertised across the state by a local firm as Forbes growers ship large portions of corn. From October to May about a ton of produce was moved by rail daily, with monthly totals listed, indicating steady traffic despite slowdowns.
A woman was killed near Moss Vale after a crash involving a vehicle that went off a culvert. Police say the driver was in custody and investigations continue into the cause and whether others were injured.
A vehicle crash near Parkes Road left a maid and Rev. Culeos Pereira injured. McDenith suffered a fractured bone while the driver escaped with a broken wrist as onlookers helped rescue occupants from the wreck.
A crowded monologue on the Epsom Derby build up with references to horses, trainers, and bets. The writer weighs contenders like Blom, Woes, and Fleurend St. Avelent while noting form, conditioning, and potential outcomes amid conjecture and market chatter.
The Metropol features a field of top horses led by Kelso's Inducement and Buechos stayer, with promising prospects for spring handicaps. Crutex, Gratrix, and Sharp Son show form as candidates for the Metropolitan, while Da Valparaiso and others seek weight and pace to advance.
A piece urging memorial scholarships to fund university access. It argues wealth donated to a permanent Scholarship Council can sustain education for Lavin area students, honoring donors like humble tradespeople and pioneers. It calls for a $51 investment per manent trustee to support two-year cycles for all time.
A garbled passage references Magda and Perception planning a trip to New Zealand last spring, with mentions of a purchase by Mr Ot way Falkiner and various racehorse names. The text also notes a political motion and local council actions about funds and an ordinance.
Trains converged on Hugo Rankin Street in Forbes as railway traffic reached a peak. Officials reported delays but noted smooth coordination among lines. Local residents observed increased freight and passenger movements across the line.
An ad touts Creme Charmosan as a magic beauty cream endorsed by film star Miss Alice White. It claims dramatic effects on skin tone youthfulness and freckles with a two shilling sixpence price for a large jar and broad availability.
Retailers announce a broad selection of ready to wear Sulut Aus Ten and Pratley items. Shoppers are urged to inspect the extensive range for new season fits and colors.
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