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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 03, 1927

Page

5

Canowindra Triumph in Forbes Rugby Doubleheader

Canowindra brought two teams to Forbes defeating Forbes in both matches as a big crowd attended. Final scores 21 13 for Canowindra in the second match and 21 4 in the earlier outing. Players noted include Abberton Grant West Gavin and McCormack with strong showings from Canowindra forwards. Forbes hopes for Tinman Cup defence grow with improved team form and fitness ahead of next tests.

Canowindra Forbes Old Boys Snallythie Robertson Power Goodacre Lord Fortes Teming Conlon T. Grant H. Turner L. Abberton W. Bond A. Grant H. Cusack K. Grant H. McClosky N. Cox D, Grimehaw West Broad Penny Dave le Brocque Dan Gavin Pat McCormack Hueach Turner H. Grant Abberton Jonowindra Rath Green Tom Egan Rath Short Conowindra Cuonowindra le Brocque Vest Egan Ganowindra Hithe Ken Grant Abherton J. Thompson McCormack Dick West Eit West Wyolong

Bathurst Show races results and Grenfell meeting notes

The report lists Bathurst Show racing results from Saturday including openings and handcaps with winners and times. It also previews Grenfell J.C.'s meeting with first day handicaps and a second day Grenfell Cup lineup featuring horses like Shrapnel No Doubt Petite Yield Bon Gift Gold Cylane and Doon.

Braehead No Doubt Sir Graves Black Jay Misa der Bronzeloana Kitty Kiernan Mytilini Bisa Colugo Pan Jay Evelyn Arithmetic Clatrin Gee Wang Jim Wedge Simpson Bugaler Boy Oramore Francis M Mira D'Or Brongaleena Sugar Bird Bokhara Col‘terol Beneloni Arithmet Clairin Encourage Handicap Morezerta Bealbray Bister Ivy Reg Vista Mureleiga Red Hee Gee Gee Bronzaughter BA Graves Rakataku Lola Bada Sil ‘Vie Graves Grenfell Artamua Adam Wallace Petite Son Gift Doon The Mantle

Bribbaree Club Hosts Sports Day and Memorial Service

The Race Club plans August 10 events with proceeds for the club fund. A united memorial service at Sribbaree Hall, led by Rev H Gidney and Rev Thomas, featured wreaths from Mrs Caldwell and Mrs Byrne. Norman Carr won the Ugly Man crown on April 28 as cricket and tennis clubs reported local results.

Pro- Brees Sribbaree Hall H. Gidney Church of England Thomas S. Caldwell Hurabba J. W. Byrne Norman Carr Guy Caldwell FP. Light, Sen Young Hospital Bribbaree

Gossip and ads mingle in Forbes Advocate page

A fragmented page offers gossip snippets and local ads from The Forbes Advocate. Mentions include Austen Pratley clothing at city prices, Block's Store groceries, and office items for sale such as share forming forms and time sheets. The Parents and Citizens Association meets Thursday night. A prize from the lucky programme went to Mr EB Shaad.

Advocate Parents and Citizens’ Association Austen & Pratley

Welcome Home at the Theatre Orange

Sir Neville House received a warm Home coming at the Theatre in Orange last Thursday night. Mayor Dr. A. B. Colvin and local officials joined clergy and public bodies in a large gathering praised as the biggest and most enthusiastic yet seen. Sir Neville spoke of improving health and expected return to duties in weeks, pledging to lead Repatriation and Defence without political interference.

Orange Sir Neville House A. B. Colvin Sir Neville Neville Defence Canberra

New York Stock Exchange stake sold at 260000 dollars

Telegraphic dispatch from Sydney reports a New York stock exchange membership selling for 260000 dollars, marking the fourth such record in a week. Montreal advices dated Monday cite a more serious New Orleans flood outlook and 200000 more refugees joining 300000 already homeless, amid political party negotiations.

Sydney New York Montreal Stock Exchange Mondey New Orleans

Government faces deficit in first ten months of year

State expenditure for the initial ten months of the current financial year surpasses revenue by £2,919,000, though officials forecast a year end surplus. Total expenditure reached £35,000,000, up £2,067,000, amid rising costs and fiscal pressure.

Sydney

Bank of Australasia progresses at Tullamore build

In course of erection at Tullamore the Bank of Australasia is expected to be completed in eight weeks. The article notes differing public sentiments and fashion statements of the period, alongside advertisements for clothing and local goods. It mentions livestock prices and market activity at Homebush, with several cattle and sheep lots selling in a recent sale. A mix of local commerce notices and consumer goods promotions reflect the era.

Bank of Australasia Tullamore Homebush Winchcombe, Carson, Ltd W. Spring

Manslaughter Charge After Flemington Disturbance

Sydney police report a disturbance outside a Flemington hotel end with Wyndham George Ewan, a 42 year old cattle dealer, dead and Michael Bertie, a 33 year old butcher, charged with manslaughter. An argument escalated. Swan fell into a roadway and was struck by a passing car. Swan died at hospital. Bertie allegedly struck the fatal blow.

Sydney Tuesaday Flemington Wyndham George Ewan Michael Bertie Swan Bertie

Federal Surplus and Police Salary Disputes Reported

Federal Surplus and Federal Treasury returns for the first ten months show a surplus of £1,771,000. Police Association secretary says members are dissatisfied with salaries and allowances, alleging preferential treatment for commissioned officers. The Association calls for a minimum rate of £1 per day for constables.

Sydney Federal Treasury Tuesaday Police Association Oficera

Extraordinary mutiny at Ululah Park camp in Maryborough

In Ululah Park 47th battalion trainees refusing duty, 600 men balked at route marches and rations. Blank cartridges fired, and marchers returned to camp amid disorder. Reported foot blisters from long marching and vermin in food. An item mentions Mica Bathgate's as a shop on Rankin Street.

Sydney Ululah Park Maryborough Lad

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