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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 08, 1923
Page
3
The Forbes district continues to bring in fodder during the week from the mountains via Jematone Station, aimed at feeding livestock. Drought-stricken regions face severe losses as feeders struggle to sustain herds and sheep amid scarce roots and forage.
A long fragmented report describes rain events, atmospheric conditions, and temperature changes across Forbes and surrounding towns. It lists rainfall amounts, wind effects, and noted impacts on daily life, with references to local weather observations and scores for several districts.
Fragmentary report notes heavy rain and windy conditions across several areas with references to Watt yatta Wilewaitla and Barth AUKIBNA. Text is garbled but implies widespread weather disruption and rainfall.
The piece describes federal treasury proposals facing opposition from Northern coal miners who demand independence and oppose single tax plans. A threatened strike and stalled talks create fear of a broader disruption as miners remain at work while federation urges continued labor action.
A fragmentary advertisement page cites Jorrinas and Apole Green's shop on Templar Street offering shoes from 11/6 to 45/ and slippers from 4/3. Wool sales at Homebush claim 7,156,618 bales valued at £168,744,825. Other items include ladies evening footwear, gent's shoes, and postale notes from Monex Literary meeting.
Buick agents write to subagents Peasley and White in Furbo about Buick car deliveries and model availability. They note declines in some models and outline delivery times from four to six weeks, with six weeks for colonial body types, and mention limited exports and possible delays. They reference upcoming data in the Weekly Automobile Register and list registrations for other principal makes over the past six weeks.
A Sydney report notes Buick cars are selling quickly with 490 Buicks in stock and sales ahead of landings. Dealers expect six weeks lead times as customers rush to secure the model before delivery. Fuel economy is stated at up to 39 miles per gallon and demand remains strong despite limited supply.
Herbee bowlers travel to meet Young tomorrow with the team names listed: Einsted, Wright, Baldock, Awy nmue, Hath, Watson, Hardy, Nelson, Edwarde, Fredhallen, McMurTay, Trianneey. The event centers on rinks being set with selected players in action.
The Sydney Vibit reports a President’s war event in Sydney on May 16 at Vorbes or Tae with NSW leadership under Mir Wall. Forbes teams from Parkes and Grenfell to join a 16-strong squad across four rinks, facing Forbes representatives listed among players like Haldock, Gaymard, Nelson, Broadbent, and others as afternoon activities proceed.
A meeting of the committees will be held at the clubhouse on Friday night. The program includes a report from Yur ChiWren'y Hacking Cour and notes on Great Peppermint Sausages.
Visiting Forbes H A Barraclough Ltd Opticians as a famous Australian firm. Readers are urged to consult their services for optical needs.
A reader cites a five year proven cure from Down’s Kidney Pills with back pain relief and restored kidney health. The testimonial, paid for by Foster-McClellan Co, urges readers to buy Doan’s at 15 Hamilton Street, Sydney, and warns to beware fake remedies.
Readable text announces a sale of winter suitings in brown and grey with new wining range. Offers multiple materials and aMadely order on the pyenisey from £7/7 upwards. Mentions show suits available now and assorted items and cheap rates.
Notice of a will in the Supreme Court of New South Wales. Executors invite objections to accounts and plan of distribution for the estate of Jane Battleton, widow, late of Portesa, within the state. Hearing set for May at 11 in the forenoon in the registry office. Address at Hunter Street Sydney listed for mis avers.
Advertises lanyax tarpaulin water bags verandah blinds and bakers' cart covers for sale. Promotes quality English cloth and workmanship. Located at 27 Market Street Sydney with Birkinye waterproof items stocked.
Specialist to steam oil and suction gas engines. Pumping plant installations and general machinery repair. Mail address Forbes. Phone 210.
An old advertisement touts Grey Hair Mr Beavar’s Extract claiming to restore natural hair color to grey hair overnight and resist washing. It also promises a skin treatment to remove freckles and tan, and a face cream to erase wrinkles. Sold by KNAPTON and distributing firms in large jars at various prices.
An old style ad promotes Heenzo Cough Mixture as a remedy for coughs colds and throat irritation. It claims easy preparation by adding Heenzo to sweetened water and describes its claimed superiority and low price compared with standard bottles. The copy urges readers to buy for home use and family supply.
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