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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 16, 1926
Page
1
The Albion Hotel Forbes aims to lead and outshine rivals in the region. Proprietor WM Preenairn offers attentive service with expert chef and experienced condition, promising true to label liquors and arrangements designed for patron comfort and pleasure.
The text discusses Hotel Australia in the West, praised for comfort and accommodations. It highlights its reputation as a leading, well stocked lodging option with mentions of J. J. Flannery in connection to the establishment.
Mrs. B Hooper formerly of the Metropolitan Hotel announces assuming control of the South Forbes Hotel. She intends to run it with the best brands of spirits and beer, offering good traveller accommodation and inviting patrons to call in when passing.
The Post Office Hotel is undergoing major restoration to become one of Sydney's finest. Improvements include a renovated interior and elevated standards of service. Proprietor Jack Clarke reports the hotel will reopen shortly with enhanced facilities for discerning patrons.
Messrs JT Reymond Sons Limited inform the public that their offices are moved to the Town Produce Store in Sherri Street Forbes where a full stock of chaff lucerne hay oat meal pollard and chick wheat is locked. Orders are received for tameoue amp saur winps and fruit and for hough and dressed thabor hurds wood battens cultable for dropport and gates Forbes 20th July 1928.
Miss Ming TR Potere announces she has purchased a hemstitching machine and is ready to take all classes at Hemstitching. Customers will receive better attention at COUNTRY WOMEN'S REST ROOMS on Court Street near Port Offs, Parkes.
Forbes patrons are urged to enjoy the Vandenberg Hotel which has undergone major improvements. The hotel touts superior lounges, attentive service, Purfoot cuisine, and comfortable surroundings as it positions itself as Forbes leading hostelry under Gent le proprietor Purfoot.
A damaged OCR fragment advertises Motel Victoria by Vader Now Management. It touts excellent accommodation and central placement with solid comfort. The fragment mentions E. Martin as proprietor and a phone contact 03.
A notice warns that trespassers on Wandary Holding premises will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. It states persons removing harm assets or belongings without authority will face rigorous legal action.
Twenty pound reward offered for information that leads to the conviction of persons stealing cattle from Wandary Sheep Bar marked Won back 1 Vorgu ang Cattle Brand Spretage Walter H. & Britt.
Advertising deadlines are set for Tuesday issues by 4 p.m. and Friday issues by 10 a.m. Advertisers submitting changes earlier receive extra careful handling and improved display in future editions.
Town Clerk report criticizes proposals for Limber Bridge and Camp Street works. Council weighs 8000 to 10000 loan, street repairs on Oak Road and Town Row, and new paving and drainage projects with emphasis on funding and timelines. Public notices indicate road repairs, street naming, and engineering plans proceeding over the coming weeks.
The report to the council outlines flood control and road widening works. It notes widening and gravelling of a main road, with concrete dressing and gravel wearing surfaces planned, and references the cost and consolidation of property. Works include a proposed tarred surface, drainage and a water main, with timelines and affected areas near Bealter dale and Johann Street.
The Metropolitan Hotel advertises superior table service and large soundproof rooms under Mrs. Leader. It promises hot and cold water, genuine spirits, and a welcoming call to guests to feel at home. Phone 58.
Notice announces Glarrie Howe Flue purretunnd operating REV SOUH H CHAMMARULAS selling maney goods stationery sports and confectionery Wont at Lachlan Street run by ELAIRIE HOWE proprietor phone 345 location Lachlan Street Amabatissin Amateurs Ohms de loped Main Road Bowed for council approval and 100 for proestal to Main Road.
The Forbes Council debated tar and coke supplies and pricing with recommendations to reduce public rates. Aldermen discussed unit costs per gallon and ton, proposed public price cuts under certain quantities, and considered contract terms for coal supply and municipal needs.
Walter J Kelly and Co announce an auction of wool and stock in Parkes Forbes and Pywuk districts for Dalgety and Co Limited Liberal Advances. Lending is by Tywwt Maney to lend at low rates. parties should submit requirements.
Advertisement notes a sale of sewing machines with discounts at Shirvington's Boot Shop on Tile Street near the Cricket Ground, offering models like Singer and Vorma with parts and accessories available for delivery from a specified location.
An advertisement proclaims Harry G. Styles offers car hire in Forbes with a Big Six Studebaker model. It emphasizes luxury and comfort for night and day travel, promising a smooth ride and refined carriage. Contact details are listed as Phone 344.
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