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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 09, 1916
Page
4
T C Ginty announces takeover of the Post Office Hotel from Mr E E Richardson and pledges to continue the business with the same policy of courteous service and attention to patrons, aiming to merit continued support and a favorable standing in the community.
Forbes visitors to Parkes are invited to call at the Royal Hotel Parkes offering superior accommodation, easy stabling, and cordial hospitality. Bruce Thompson, proprietor, lists the hotel as sole agents for Schwoppe's Aerated Waters and advertises mail and box accommodations.
L F Martin formerly of Orange announces takeover of the shore Hotel, now Forbes district area, with Mrs Martin supervising the tables and wines and spirits true to label. Stable accommodation and motor car storage offered. Motto 18: Treat Others as You Expect to Be Treated.
Public notice states J Hose has taken over Central Livery Stables and guarantees best attention to the business. He is described as a practical experienced man with horses, inviting patronage and confidence from the Forts community.
The text stresses improving product and service quality to form strong impressions. It highlights tailoring focus on appearance that appeals to an audience, with emphasis on lasting satisfaction and consistent correspondence to customers.
A London Times correspondent in New York reports rising tension over Germany’s war conduct. President Wilson’s stance is cited as crucial to avoid further provocations. German loyalty questions and pacifist sentiment fuel fears of a broader conflict, with protests and unrest noted in major cities.
Germany insists it did not violate international law by its submarine campaign. Berlin rebukes U.S. proposals to prevent passenger travel on enemy ships and accuses the United States of forcing Britain to starve civilians. Germany pledges to defend its rights as long as American actions threaten liberty and neutral shipping.
In Ireland a crackdown follows rebel activity with thirty six rebels executed or sentenced. Reported names include Mowuay Roseph Poukett and Jami Cosgrove. The clashes center around Dublin and military courts, with mentions of Casement and others facing penalties.
The document notes martial law in Ireland and calls for full investigation of Cavemont's conduct in Germany under the Defence of the Realm Act. Evidence is being collected as two officers and men are jailed, a post office raid occurs, and rebels attempt to burn a rate tax trap but are resisted. the king telegrams General Sir John Maxwell praising troops and police for quelling the rebellion amid casualties.
Reports describe British crews capturing a German steamer near Teneriffe after a chase in the North Sea area. In the Bay of Biscay a clash near a liner left undamaged. later a Turkish submarine fired but missed. Four Italian destroyers in the Upper Adriatic pursued enemy torpedo boats toward Pola, while a French submarine sank an enemy destroyer in the Lower Adriatic. Austrian aircraft including a hospital plane reported losses.
Fragmentary notice describes soldiers leaving Sydney for London via the Suez Canal. Mentions Garry Sutter for wordiire in Egypt and Forbes posting of letters. Appears to list dates and costs for Royal Mail services and an advert for a New Leon Goode product with peppermint cure.
The Forbes Farmers and Settlers Association held its adjourned annual meeting with W R Gunning as president and a full attendance. Officers were elected, finances reviewed showing a credit balance of £12 18 8, and subscriptions set at 1s per member. Members discussed year’s activities, organization needs, and thanked retiring officers and the press for coverage.
A fragmentary notice describes an 80 page work titled Historie Porhas printed at the Advocate office Korte. The review praises lavish illustrations colored engravings and fine binding as a last example of Arat erade printing. On sale at Forbes newengeate and at the Advocate office.
A fragmented seed list offering packets for various flowers and vegetables. Mentions Agter Coleus Cactus Dabiing Cyclamen Begonia Carrinyton and Petunia varieties, plus African Marigold Sunflower Phlox Core list with prices and quantities. Also lists Cucumber Tomato Lettuce Watermelon beans pumpkins and other garden items with assorted prices, dates, and pack sizes.
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