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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 04, 1924
Page
2
Tenders invited for cutting and clearing 701 acres from an old work area near Pine Park Forbes and Spring Street Worden Wagsonette. Bids request mowing, raking, and weed control with detailed requirements to Edward Weaver and Co Forbes Street and Wheatley Hill Brokers.
Classified notice advertises false teeth for sale or trade with pricing 40 shillings. Mentions sound or broken condition, sender to A Aldry Box, references 1966 and a cash return mail, established seven years.
fragmentary OCR notes indicate a public notice about Gardner Widhew Yo Holity and Crombie staff, mentioning Crombie General and Obstetric Hospital led by Matron Gardner G.8 at Queen Street, North Hill Forbes and a phone reference 83. Details are unclear.
Government notice in the Gazette of 22 February 1924 outlines a plan to open a 9 mile road from Gooloogeine to Goole Zone Railway Station in Ashburnham County. It also lists 10 road closings and invites objections to be filed with the Minister for Lands within one month after publication. signed by P Fleming, U.S. for Lands.
The opening of the season yields few ducks as most hunts fail to bag any. Reports indicate heavy activity across the district with notable participation from North, Bout, and West. The St Patrick's Day carnival at Parkes draws many, while disqualification issues arise from a supposed PPA incident. The 11.5.W. Acumle League and the P.Pit exile are also tied to the festivity, with a goal to set a record for the event.
On Saturday Inst Mr 301 Ellott displayed a specimen of cotton grown on his Kelvin Grave property. The sturdy plant shows strong growth with well formed pods. harvest may come soon and results of the experimental crop will be watched with interest for its potential impact on Forbes.
A general meeting of all fartner and Bodies Interested in the South of the Lechian line will be held at Moolagone on Ballirdey goat, March 3. A large gathering is expected as the South of The Lachian League plans to revisit issues with Mr Ruttenahaw and MLA. The Works Committee may take evidence later, while Mr Slut tenshaw asks for non publication for now. The Progressive manor expects the event to shape the Anal AUHERIe in mid spring.
Fragmentary notes describe fee parts of a visit by irrigation galeys and towing mates. Mentions weak ties to a hospital, Gunes Bud GOI, and tet ters. Details are unclear but indicate a historical local briefing with named entities.
Fragmentary note describes AMP society agent activity and travel to York on certain days. Mentions Keane, Butley, Forbes and diggilet, and Coristud. Tamworth is referenced and a rescue context implied. The text is incomplete and lacks clear actions or outcomes.
A heavy shower fell in Forbes between four and five o'clock yesterday afternoon, followed by whirls of wind. The clouds cleared by moonrise and the town kept under a raw, damp chill as residents prepared for a colder night.
The Forbes Model Band held its annual meeting in Oxford Hall last night. The report was read and adopted, balances verified by M F Rath and treasurer J G White, with a credit balance of £82 0s 10d. Revenue from carnivals and a year’s operetta totaled £2300 11s 7d, while expenses included liver plating of instruments, deposits on warrants, and installments on instruments. An honorarium of £10 was granted to the band secretary J Girdham. A vote of thanks was given to Jay Helpers for fundraising efforts.
A noisy write up lists shows for tomorrow night at Movits Al. It advertises Sure Wire Fin thriller material and a Macy Rennett comedy, with Dickens tale The Cricket on the Hearth and other acts. A nightly variety program promises novelty and laughter with a star performer billed as Hie Nibs.
Court proceedings began with Gordon Kally charged with criminal knowledge involving a girl under 16. Edward Gunning and Norman Nicholls face charges of mocking or deceit. Thomas Cramton Gitalles and Parkes implicated in perjury. An appeal seeks modification of Keupine yen the Aoore of bla Hevnmd premises after lawful hours.
The Muller Trophy rifle event resumes with rounds at 600 yards and 900 yards, including milestones and entry details. Local clubs plan a large meeting with a potential rail fare refund, while entries spread across Parkes and nearby venues.
Town notices recount pleasure trips and illnesses among Forbes district residents. Mr Lachlan Kennedy of Clyda Vale plans a visit to Bathurst Hospital in recent days after an injury to his hand. Mr and Mrs J Sparkes arrived in Forbes on honeymoon seeking local ties. Myra Webb visited Forbes and may stay longer though medical issues persist. Sister Cunningham at Forbes Hospital had a finger amputated after a poisoned wound and is recovering. Mr Thuil of Young received leave and was in Forbes to review property interests. Mr K Saliderren’s wife faced a serious operation, delaying plans to travel to Sydney. Mr Barlow, former Commercial Bank manager, returned to Forbes amid old friends greeting, and Reg Rewble planned Megas, Joby Meagher and Co. departure from their firm.
An official police inquiry conducted by Huperitrondont Mrandton in Vattiurat examined a cure made by vinner The Peak FU. The Fore two officers, Handefield of Forder and an officer charged with duty, faced expenses and potential charges. The investigation mentions Hogna and Nerental areas with references to cudavle Raurauivay and BonaIE, and a proceeding linked to a possible protest or accusation at the Hogna and Nerental locales.
Looked the Lachlan, Mr Mullentoun of the Water tone ver vation and Irrigation Cormetiution, made extensive survts of the Lachlan River. It has been fur down strewn un Boollgal. Covern aid Be expected many suitable whir pillow. After the enorm han been cowidered, the true Hon of wellrbuilding Wilt be further aaait with Wy. Hope it woot be tong baford Mere ty a serton of welre along the river.
The Seventh Day Adventist or Anglican style notice reports a social evening at the school hall with a penny collection at Lawrence's Church, Dun Aine. Funds were donated to the Yorba District Hospital, with the total tally of 11/0/-. The event was organized by Reverend Father Bexion.
A brisk gathering approved by the Mayoress for the hospital carnival week. Plans for the “Most Popular Girl in Forbes and Die totot” prize close March 16. Various stalls and prizes arranged, with March 28 set for a general meeting and representation from the Friendly Society.
Residents and council discuss funding for Cowra and Forbes roads amid calls for municipal responsibility. debate centers on borrowing, reimbursements, and ensuring winter safety. meeting set for March 2 to decide when repairs can start with available equipment and engineers.
Fragmented OCR from the Orange Cup meet describes Friday and Saturday racing with multiple handicaps and horse entries. It mentions Canobins and Pantattou Mandicap events, a hospital inquiry, and concerns over meeting integrity. The text notes delays from weather and scheduling with references to trainers, jockeys, and officials, plus claims of impropriety and calls for fair conduct.
Reports from Westminster indicate a large appropriation for prohibition enforcement totaling about 9.4 million pounds, with additional allocations. The figures are linked to the Home Office and Justice departments, reflecting the scale of national prohibition efforts and related prosecutions.
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