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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 07, 1912
Page
3
Readers debate party representation in state government. Many voices urge a shift to a new independent party, arguing it would realign power toward settlers and farmers while critiquing current party influence and reform inertia.
Mh Hugh Gilmartin of Mon Clea, soon to visit the Old Country, was saluted by Hibernians at Lyneh'e Hotel. A medal was presented amid speeches praising Ireland's Home Rule dawn and the brotherhood of the ILA.C.B. Society, with toasts to the King and memories of old land loyalties.
An anonymous report outlines a council debate on a possible purchase for council work. Councillor Connell proposes feeding and housing aid for workers and horses. The discussion mentions time, costs, and oversight, with several named council members and local concerns.
Obituary notices report Mrs Hanna Davies aged 26 wife of A M Davies teacher at North Forbes School died after a brief illness. Funeral at Church of England cemetery with Rev Z Dunstan officiating. Grand United Oddfellows and masons attended. Also noted are the deaths of Mrs Mary Anne Weekes aged 60 and two young children from Warangin and Forbes.
A meeting of the Forbes Stockin Lingal Railway reception committee, led by Mayor Alderman Edwarda, discussed a public holiday, a Parkes visit by Mr M Gowen, ticket banquet at the Vandenberg Hotel, and a 1:30 pm sod turning with cadet involvement and limited decorations.
The entry lists ranges at 200 400 and 400 yards with shooters including Jones Crippen Watson and Tooth among others. There is a note that no shooting will occur on Wednesday the 8th due to a show ground attraction and invitations for tenders for hotel alterations with plans by architect Bates.
Tenders are invited for marking and burning about 200 acres of land, 14 miles from Forbes. Applicants requiring assignment for a number of horses should apply by letter at Lis offices. full information can be given as to gear and charges.
A chrysanthemum show is scheduled at the New Public Hall on Spring Street. The event features a display from local gardeners and clubs, with proceeds to support community programs.
A Cinderella dance to aid Forbes Histrlet Hospital funds will be held at Forbes Town Hall on Wednesday May 15 1912. Hon Ford and Hon See are listed as organizers.
An ad lists Celebrated Broadwood Luther and Alli Son pianos offered on terms for sale. Prospective buyers can inspect at a listed place, 1 Sherriffsstrent, with details to be provided on request.
Public notice from GP Bollinger states the sale of the Watchmaking and Jewellery Business at Lachlan Street to busy manager Mr D Hansard and that patrons should settle debts with Mr Hansard for discharge. The notice requests public credit be directed to the new manager for proper settlement.
Flanagan Newman and Kelly Auctioneers of Parkes and Wangaratta VI6 conduct an auction. The notice names the firms and locations involved in the sale.
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