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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 12, 1916
Page
5
Sydney dispatch reports Australians as fighters in the war effort with lines praising their actions against Prussian forces. German attacks on trenches are described as repelled by Australian artillery and air support, with allied guns and vehicles noted as bringing momentum and morale to the front.
A chaotic Friday upset in Sydney as Irish Rebel delivers a decisive strike ending in a dramatic moment. Tensions rise as local figures and fans react to the abrupt turn in the scheduled event.
Sydney dispatch notes a praise from a newspaper praising Mr Hughes for lifting Labor's eyes on workers. The Gazette says Britain should raise the standard of hire as Hagghes returns from his tour in Capstown and Capetown to Australia.
A Petrograd message reports Ruasians checked a Turkialan vanow and seized several hundred thousand cartridges and other gear. Russian attacks near Smorzen Were repulsed and an enemy aeroplane was shot down near Mhartorys with survivors taken prisoner.
Reported in Sydney on Friday a strong German assault near Mort Homme was repelled and German prisoners were taken. Verdun and nearby fronts saw heavy fighting as German forces failed to break through.
Fragmented OCR report describes a horse race where St Spares wins easily while Pretty Movin and St Spasan figure with unclear placings. Numerous mis-spellings, scattered horse names, promoters, and odd terms fill the page, leaving the result and key details only partly readable.
A local Land Board session starts May 17 at Forbes Court House. The agenda covers rent variations, road improvements, and parish infrastructure. Owner A B Wolllonse featured in a programme of preventive measures with plans likely to affect local property and services.
Fragmented report indicates a missing person or item near New Gretel road with vague references to stables and a name Rog erson. Details are unclear but the note suggests a disappearance, urging local attention and checks in the area.
A locally nominated candidate pledges full attention to board duties after serving as an election official for many years. The statement highlights experience with Southern and AP return processes and emphasizes diligence in governance.
Fragmented OCR text references a protection board and individuals with unclear roles. Mentions include Forbes Pastures Pro Tection Board, Ay the Fennest, Mtr Hinsay-Stinuld, and a representative. Content is garbled with missing context and unreadable segments.
Fragmentary OCR notes show an afternoon closing event labeled Chemists Wednesday Closing with scattered references to times, locations, and names. The legible items hint at a scheduled closing on a Wednesday involving individuals and venues but lack clear dates or outcomes.
A compact list highlights 10 Metropolitan Star Artists including Marsellus Haw Makau Cloqueester and AnatenTia Figst, with support from Tutt ercugtle in a local arts segment. The piece notes showtime options and venue details amid a lively cultural lineup.
Wheat farms on shares in New South Wales offer purchase rights. The notice lists 0 farms to lease on shires near rail lines, schools, and stores with favorable rainfall. Limited details include a distribution reference and postal code GPO 8.
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Local notice details a cultivator product listing associated with William Kelly in Parkos. Item references a model or batch called 1 V1 and 16 with 24 inet discs. No clear date or purchaser shown.
In a troubled local equestrian event, horses suffered gear failures during a rugged practice session near the saddle track. Officials reported no injuries, and riders regrouped to assess the broken tack and animal stress while securing the area.
The undlordingiod ledger presents details on debentures and securities affecting a freehold estate. Rob inson and Magltre, solicitors, are noted in relation to the matter with references to legal and financial instruments including shares, machinery, and stock.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Allied actions on the Western Front pressured by the Forbes War Service Committee. References to British and American forces outline a coordinated effort under wartime supervision with emphasis on supply, movement, and frontline pressures.
In France and Flanders, Mr Guileté presented a successful season at Sydney Town Hall and Brisbane Exhibition Hall. Tickets for a war service committee fundraiser were listed with reserved prices and gala plans. Proceeds aid local recruitment funds.
Edward Weaver and Coy Forbes and W H Wheatley of Goulburn advertise a joint sale by public auction. The sale includes cattle cows and pigs with several lots, to be held at the firm’s yards on a Wednesday in May. The notice lists buyers and conditions for the auction.
A public sale listing for a large flock of ewes and rams with varied breeding, including young Merino ewes and several described as well grown with heavy wool. The notice mentions multiple consignors and a planned sale date in early October, with details scattered and some garbled text. Footnotes reference breeders and regional sources.
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