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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 16, 1928
Page
3
Reported journey follows a group of young men driving across marshy country from Queenstown toward Lake St Clair and the Franklin River. They describe weathered sections, crossing rivers and difficult terrain, with a long crawl of miles traveled by road and rail to reach a distant start point.
The report details a perilous rail trip from Queenstown to Steahan with wrenching weather and damaged tracks. Passengers face swampy counts, bogged sections, and near capsizes while navigating a treacherous route amid rain and fog. The narrative recalls delays, dangerous conditions, and the crew's efforts to reach safety.
A plaintiff alleges misdeeds at a meeting with invited passengers and passive observers. The case references a 12 shillings occurrence and actions around a ferry or transport hub, with mentions of parties including Louis Elm and others. The fragmentary text implies a court filing about travel arrangements, invitations, and alleged misconduct surrounding a public event.
A fragmented advertisement style piece discusses cooling system operation and maintenance. It mentions parts like water, steam, tooling, and possible improvements in efficiency, with scattered references to machines, industry terms, and a corporate context. The readable text hints at guidance for regular intervals and system integrity.
Norman Johnson of Miller Garage offers Chauffeured travel in a Studebaker SLX for long or short trips. Trains met by appointment and phone contact provided for reservations.
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