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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 06, 1921
Page
4
Black trespassers on Sandush oy must be removed within one week or they will be impounded. Also includes a memorial note for Private de Ditton killed in action at Bulle court in May 117, from his loving family.
In loving memory of PreFO McGeorge who died on May 4. The verse speaks of enduring memory, loyalty from parents, brothers and sisters, and a wish that we never forget him.
Services on May 8 include a 4 a.m. Christ's Passion meditation for men and a 7 p.m. Mothers Day address at Calarie. A 4 p.m. event invites attendees to wear a white flower and visit the church in memory of mothers.
The Committee of Management of the Hospital Benefit Ball expresses thanks for public support which ensured the function's complete success. R. B. Entwisle, Hon. Sec.
Mother's Way services will be held at Forbes Methodist Church on Sunday. Two matches follow the service, Quer Boys versus Calar ie and Federal vs Eugowra, with the first game starting at 2 o'clock. The Federals lineup includes Hack, C. Mylecharane, Prager, Evans, Nevin, Rath, A. Willis, Morse Ellivan, Jud son, and M'Kay among others.
Mr J Matheson spoke with Mr Buttenshaw about railway matters in Sydney. The member said even if the line is not finished in time for the next Wheat season, it is certain the wheat would be stacked at Eugowra. This gives Eugowra wheat growers a grain of comfort.
Land sale to be held at Eugowra on Saturday May 21 features valuable sites as the Canowindra railway nears completion. Orchard Farm, a 720 acre property 7 miles from Eugowra, will also be offered. Auctioneers are Messrs T Murray of Canowindra and Wheatley & Martel of Eugowra.
The well known local ensemble Acret's orchestra performed last night at Condobolin picnic race hall to favorable remarks. Starting Monday evening, Secret's orchestra will play at Strand picture theatre for the season, offering varied entertainment for cinema patrons.
Cowra within municipal boundaries has 1725 residents with absentees pushing total to about 4600. Radius 16 miles including town yields around 5000. Forbes census figures are not yet released by Melbourne. Forbes municipal population is well over 2000.
A special auction sale of 250 horses will be held at the Orange corporation saleyards next Tuesday by Hed ford Taylor Weston Ltd in conjunction with J H Reale & Co Sydney. Principal vendor is F J Leahy of Cadow Station Forbes, with about two hundred of his horses booked. The yarding will include draught colts and fillies, lorry, van, saddle and driving horses, all for genuine sale.
A winding up meeting of the Anzac Day committee chaired by Mr. H. K. Ford discussed donations including £10 from Mrs R. B. Rawlins to the Anzac Cot fund. Total in hand £126 16 9 with expected profit slightly above £125 from various efforts. A thanks letter was to be sent to Red Cross and to Mr. J. P. Grinsted and assistants and Union Theatres for the benefit picture show.
At the Anzac Day meeting it was disclosed that about six knives forks and spoons were stolen from the Anzac ball. The committee decided to replace the missing items and labeled the theft a scurvy act by the culprit.
At the Forbes Literary Institute monthly committee meeting a fresh meeting was scheduled for June 2 to appoint a trustee. The institute shows a credit of £51 6d and billiard room takings for the past month amount to £19 19s. The new billiard cloth is on order and the room is doing increased business.
Forbes and Parkes tennis clubs will join In & Match on Forbes courts at 10 40 a m tomorrow. Forbes representatives Giovanelli Bowyer Mato W Mahle BE Ruge Th Ruge will attend alongside Miss Lonsdale Miss Helm Miss Rawlins Mrs Sweet Mrs Thomson and Mrs Robinson.
At Forbes Parties Protection Board meeting a director noted that travelling fees are inadequate. Current allowance is 1 shilling per mile one way. The chairman may claim 1 pound 1 shilling per meeting due to extra duties. The matter was mentioned but no decision was taken.
Strand Theatre showcases a mammoth Australian production Silks and Saddles starring Brownie Vernon with a famous cast and a dramatic race scene. Sylvia Breamer features in The House Divided. Hobart Bosworth stars in Below the Serre. Melanie Chadwick and Herbert Standing lead The Cup of Fury from Rupert Hughes. Also showing The Scuttlers with Alice Lake and Sunshine Comedy His Now Still and Antonio Moreno in The Unwibtele Hand.
A consignment of two tons of fresh finn arrived from the State Trawling Department in Forbes. Buyers crowded the yard, paying about 9d per lb for gurnard fathead and leather jacket. Initial delays and poor handling marred the launch, with calls for smoother timetables and better display by officials. More sales are expected with improvements.
Personal news from Forbes recounts visits by Mr. Jack Tozer and family, A Nelsons return from Manly after optical treatment, and G B Flannery KC serving as Acting Judge in Darlinghurst. A wedding at North Sydney links Fred Shirvington and May Flood. J Byrnes acts as Eugowra postmaster temporarily. J O Anderson Jr references Davis Cup plans. Moneypenny shifts from Tamworth to Sydney real estate. Mona Toohey to be honored at Forbes town hall. Miss Tucker wed Edger Press formerly of AIF.
Parkes pony race day drew fair attendance with good racing and a busy tote handling over 000 pounds. Injuries occurred as Wee Mick collided with a post and Ken Doyle was taken to Parkes hospital after a spine injury. Various pony events and times are listed, including Moving Picture and Glendin entries, with a South Forbes club meeting planned at Forbes showground on May 18 and nominations closing next Wednesday.
The Trial Stakes at Ascot on Saturday was won by Lady Surricka 3 years old by Bronzing from Sur ticka. The report notes Hronemo's stock achievements with Delicious Brown Pork Fritz Spiced Beef and mentions Meagher's Provision Department. The piece ends with generic, unrelated chatter about fraternal banter and a tongue in cheek gloss on local shops.
The Presbyterian show at Forbes town hall featured a wide display of flowers and crafts with numerous awards. Key winners include Mrs. E. J. Robinson for several chrysanthemum and rose collections, Miss E. Golding, Mr. W. El Pratley, and Miss A. Jarrick among others. exhibits spanned roses, fruits, vegetables, paintings, and baking with many prizes awarded across categories.
In a compact card style report, Wine Lady Wedge and Tonaville delivered a brisk race showing promising form. Two starters highlighted the event with strong times, while CONSOLATION Ht Australian Sky and Brewer also posted notable efforts in the AML competition.
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