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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 13, 1914
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR text shows names and times with scattered initials and locations. No coherent event or action emerges beyond a vague schedule reference and list-like lines. Entities are unreadable. no clear date, place, or organization can be confirmed.
March 1n to March 29 feature services including Holy Communion and Harvest Thanksgiving at 11 am. Rev. B. Arachne officiates with welcome remarks. Stations mention Forbes and Fortex times and locations, German and Anglican services noted.
The snippet lists publication terms for subscriptions and advertising slots. It mentions Thursday and Friday issues, quarterly and annual prepaid options, and advertising space managed by C. W. Brownhill, proprietor.
A murky report notes ongoing negotiations on exclusion proposals and Home Rule, with references to the imperial realm and potential delays. It predicts a formal government statement within days, while signaling divided public sentiment and influential voices shaping policy.
A detailed account blends religious service with social issues as congregants debate church roles in public life. The piece notes Sunday sermons at Presbyterian and other churches, urging charity, discipline, and moral conduct amid changing attitudes toward sport and communal work. It references notable figures and local pastors while reflecting on modern religious tensions.
A crowd gathered at Codal on Wednesday for a well attended meeting. The racing segment included horses like Mamuttas Open Handtesp and turionge Bhi rd 1 with Lady Maven Drama Lad and Trad taking minor places. Blue Meld and Wilton Rose featured in the handicap event, while Geet a and Sitar tier Senet were among other entries with unclear results.
An official note from the Agriculture Ministry discusses wheat standards and the Chamber of Commerce inquiry into their adequacy. It cites samples and testing outcomes, with reference to harvest projections and departmental reviews, signaling regulatory scrutiny and action pending final assessment.
Fragmentary report shows Abdvee of the cook and the wares taking turns at duties, Ley Ad and a housemaid's month work, Nurse Ewington granted leave after her brother's death. Visiting committees reported overall adequacy at the hospital with a few minor improvements proposed.
A letter to the Forbes Advocate praises sympathetic readers and Prose rapports, defending church funding through the family view and advertisements. Thomas McVitie argues that pulpit and press should uplift and educate the masses, opposing motives to sell ads by sensationalism.
A send off for Mr M Casserly includes touching speeches and applause as friends recall his kindly conduct and fair treatment of all. The event features references to government issues and a federal proclamation, with attendees noting his long service and wide-reaching connections.
military notes report cadets from Portes Bemier and surrounding units undergoing examinations led by Lieut Shipley and Cook. Results show percentages admitted to citizen forces and noted training camp at Liverpool area with various recruits assessed for enrollment and discipline.
Market notes report varied livestock prices and sales across regions. Entries mention sheep, wethers, cows, bullocks, and associated sums in old currency terms, listing sellers such as Campbell ANZA and Harris with figures indicating values and quantities.
Fragmentary notice from Globe Motel in Con, Clifyond, late of Coude bolo and Parkes, announces plea for a new proprietor Mr Alex. The well known hotel, long run by a popular and efficient team, plans to continue operations with the same renowned service at the same location.
Notice announces financial agents Flanagan Newman and Kelly offer stock, station, and financial services with loans up to 50 000 at par, rates varying around slightly above market. Calls urged for full valuation details and charges. Wangaratta Moytin Myrtleford Parkes area Victoria.
Mayon and Bennett Builders and Contractors announce a public tender for building and improvements in Forbes and surrounding district. The notice invites bids, offers guidance on workmanship guarantees, and outlines tender process details for local projects.
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