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Newspaper

Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Mar 28, 1928

Page

5

Forbes Column Reflects on Travel Rest and Local Events

A Forbes column discusses valuing solitary travel as a peaceful way to think and plan, notes upcoming winter dances and a proposed Forbes Winter Club, and mentions a concert benefiting the District Hospital featuring Mrs. La Lievre and the Cherniavekys with pronunciation tips for Collecione concertgoers.

Forbes Scotland Australia Tam Orange Amy Lex Sydney Lany la Lievre Tamworth Cherniavekys Leo Jan Mishel Shaliniaraky Jun Yan Mischel Meester

Prayers, Pranks, and Politicians Across Forbes

A chaotic Forbes page mixes fables about a child’s prayers and a man gaining admission with a misread door sign. It riffs on traitors versus politicians, jokes about Harkness and Rockefeller, and stores seaside wit, local mischief, and a Seattle delegation heading home after a skittish tour.

Noxious weeds and drought comment from local reader

Edwin Rym er of Toronto Lake Macquarie laments lack of permanent weed control in a letter to the Jemalong Shire Councillor. He notes dry spells do not curb pests and cites Bathurst Burr as a persistent weed, urging continued vigilance while joking about public attention. Autum ne Goods advertised at Ming Tinthgate Rankin Street.

W Marsh Jemalong Marsh Mareh Maruly Ebay Edwin Rymer

SHUACH OF ENGLAND PALM SUNDAY SERVICES

Palm Sunday April 1 schedule lists Holy Communion 7.40 am and 5.20 pm for Forbes, 11 am Holy Communion Gareemm, 11 am Holy Communion Bedgerabong, 1 pm Fwenrsong Yarringong 3 pm Evensong. Evensong address by Rev. Frank Weston TL Rector.

Forbes Holy Communion Frank Weston T.L

Power of Attorney Grant to D J Murphy

G D Bassett authorizes D J Murphy to conduct all business on his behalf during Bassett’s six month absence. The notice designates Murphy as public accountant and Forbes agent with full power to act.

Forbes D. J. Murphy G. D. Bassett

Clearing Sale Notice From A & Ticehurst Auctioneers

Clearing sale announced by A & Ticehurst after J LeVett Bay who has sold his property Moudry Farm to a buyer. Public auction set for April 18 featuring 1800 mixed sheep and a large farming plant with horses cattle and furniture. Auctioneer contact Grenfell.

A. & Ticehurst J. Levett Bay Moudry Coma Grenfell

Tasmanian Autumn Pamphlet Promo Grows Broad

Tasmanian marketing note describes an Autumn Holiday pamphlet listing Tasmanian wonders and a Fortnight's Tour via Melbourne. It mentions passenger routes Hobart to Sydney direct and requests a complete list of inclusions. Names such as Princess Files and Bloomerg appear in promotional context.

Ocean House Martin PL Sydney Jona Tasmania Melbourne Hobart Iourm

Scottish Delegation Bids Farewell at Station

Members of the Forbes district delegation depart in a farewell scene at the railway station. Dignitaries including Low, Freeborn, Kennedy, and Steay receive cheers as they leave for a long trip. The mood mixes laughter with a few tears as the party heads home.

Scot‘ie Forbes Diatriet Ain the Mall Messrs Low Ww. Freeboirn A. Kennedy TF. Steay

Nomination Notice for Forbes Pastures Protection Board

The Forbes Pastures Protection District calls for nominations for eight directors with a fixed nomination day on April 7 1923. Voters must be on the roll and paid up. nominations require three voters to sign with consent. Nominations close April 6 1928 at 1 pm at the Forbes office. nomination papers available at police stations and board office.

Pastures Protection Board Pastures Protection District Forbes Hall of Permoos Board Lachlan Street

Hart Parr Tractor Wins Farm Trial At Trentell Network

A Sydney trial between a McCormack Deering and a Hart Parr tractor showed Hart Parr covering 5.4 acres in 2 hours 17 minutes at 639 per acre, while McCormack Deering ploughed 4.71 acres in 2 hours 38 minutes at 27 pence per acre. Over 100 farmers attended and cheers greeted the Hart Parr victory.

George Combe Forbes Bits Trentell Geo. Hancock Hart-Parr McCormack - Deering

Fry Motte offers better painting with quality work

W H Fry promotes good workmanship materials and satisfaction for a better painting job. Located at Brown Street opposite the Public School in Forbes. Telephone 134. Agent for Bherwho-Williame products paints and varnishes.

Fry Brown Street Forbes Bherwho-Williame

Forbes Ice Works Are Buysy in Any QI

The readable text centers on Forbes Ice Works and a purchase or buy-related event. Specific names, places, or dates are unclear in the fragment, but the item signals a business transaction or ownership change involving Forbes Ice Works. The tone mirrors a brief downtown business note.

Forbes Ice Works

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