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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 10, 1921
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a saloon scene tied to nerves and a brigade, mentioning Mag, Li, and Wan Li, with references to a crowd, a confrontation, and unclear actions. The text hints at a tense public gathering and possible military or paramilitary involvement.
The debate centered on the repatriation committee's actions and the unveiling of the ceremony. Councillor Thowixon faced questions over representation and funding while the president and executive were urged to clarify duties and advertising costs.
The death of Jamyy Thobas is reported with details of his last days and funeral. Family members include William Tuohy and Thomas Tuohy, with services at the Catholic cemetery and a gathering by the habitual committee. The obituary notes his kindly nature and long-time residence in the town.
A fragment recalls a social event where Mrs Tocer and Mr Hartley clash over dancing. The MC prevents a dance as Mrs Toxer asserts she would dance with Bartley, causing a scene. The writer demands readers' understanding and an apology from the MLE.
Organiser Ainley announces a forthcoming aquatic carnival and boat vane with preliminary work under way and officials urged to prepare. Attorney confirms carnival date set for the 10th, with authority from Jonas Miller to extend approval.
A noisy tennis match at Parkes ended in a draw with Forbes taking the final singles, while Parkes players praised their own performance. Ladies doubles and men’s doubles featured numerous pairings such as Lonsdale with Holm and Rawling with Sweet, with scores ranging from tight 1 2 to 8 1 amid a busy program.
State Wheat Board reminds that it is necessary to form the board and make arrangements for receival of wheat at stations that have been cleaned up. Order issued by the State Wheat Board.
Seed wheat orders are invited by the State Wheat Board with the price set at 4/3 per bushel. Applicants must specify station and quantity, and remit payment with the order. The board notes no guarantee on wheat quality or suitability and reserves the right to determine applicability.
Fragmented OCR text discusses ambitions and study, includes phrases about Iowa, government training, and a shorthand instructor named Boyd Shorthand kept in a city context. The readable names suggest a 19th or early 20th century kerning style with garbled queries.
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