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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 10, 1916
Page
4
An OCR fragment details a Bathurst court session where Hill denies claiming 400 pounds. The dated testimony involves bookmaker actions, a forthright exchange with judges and advocates, and a disputed bet record. The transcript references names like Minter and Pilcher and describes wagers, penalties, and potential damages in a chaotic trial context.
Fragmentary report notes critics complain about officials after an event where several gentlemen remained behind. A cited informer claimed the mayor knew the next event was on. Commentators said the mayor ignored festinga and other duties, with focus on attendance discrepancies and conduct.
Thomas OmAlot James PuLeick McW, charged with murdering his father Michael Joseph M'Co at Cronfell on December 14, found guilty by the jury. Court records show he faced trial at Grenfell and was deprived of any benefit by fee arrangements.
The report notes dangerous spikes on footpaths in front of several town locations. A resident slipped on a spike near a street window, injuring themselves. The spikes are described as very dangerous and should be removed promptly to prevent further damage.
Fire destroyed a house in Parkes in the early hours. Mrs Uti and others escaped as flames engulfed the property, with only limited belongings saved. Firemen including Meare, G Tworood, Fo Miner, and J Patterson assisted. the house and contents were insured for £100.
The Wilkan property near Hogan Wate and Trundle is to be sold within two weeks after government actions for close estimate. The paper notes many hoop cats and horses on site, with reputations for stock quality attracting attention.
A historic case from the Glen Innes District Court involved Moore, Brook and Co delivering lucerne to Forbes by offer signaling a transaction worth £1 12s 6d. The Full Court held the lower court erred, ordering no impediment to proceed, with representation by Reynolds and Bræney for Moore, Brooke and Co.
A fragmented report outlines an Allie's Day raffle event with sewing machines as prizes and open orders valued at various sums. A committee presentation included names, district implications, and observed tensions. The piece notes government subsidy context and a final recommendation promoting local tailoring under personal supervision.
Fragmented report from Sydney and Victoria outlines liquor referendum debates, wartime controls, and Labor actions. Mentions Liberal supporters, wheat schemes, irrigation talks, and protests over wagon tonnage and rail works. Notes arrests, railway disaster inquiry, and a Queenslander funding a university scholarship.
A garbled letter touts quality and fast delivery for medicines with emphasis on round the clock service and home delivery. It claims decades of experience, urges customers to call their doctor or courier for urgent prescriptions, and promises free delivery to most town parts. The text references various drug items and generic complaint phrases about adulteration and quality.
War report describes Moewe raid actions and Allied responses. German forces conduct bombardments and attempted breakthroughs along the Meuse while French and Allied units strengthen positions at Vaux and Mesnil. Reports note American volunteers and British naval actions as part of the contested front.
The article records a range of community happenings including a honeymoon notice for Mr and Mrs Whi Broder, awards and recognitions at a convent and secondary school, and lists names of individuals involved in weekly cultural and electoral activities. It mentions Mrs R Evans of Forbes and multiple residents attending gatherings and appointments, with references to local labor and volunteer participation and upcoming events in Forbes and nearby areas.
A garbled 19th century style notebook notes court actions and club gatherings. William Sutin faced disorderly conduct charges with sentences handed down. Officials discuss actions by Menate Rabbnin and Maguire of Pyplin and a Deny of naliestors. Forge 00 Wednesday hearing noted.
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