Temperance wave spreads in Australia amid war era debates
A Sydney town hall meeting launched a "follow the King" temperance movement with pledges to abstain from alcohol, aiming to sweep Australia. Officials note support from the State Governor and discuss war related misconduct, enlistments, fodder imports, and regional political tensions as communities respond to wartime pressures.
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Byaney
Sydney
Australia
Corporal Penny
Rabaul
Anstey
Lerleushire
Holman
Cantersnee
Awaid
Pianola Company ad offers world famous instruments at Forbes
The Pianola Company promotes an advertising campaign at John Meagher and Co Forbes inviting customers to hear renowned pianolas. It highlights easy payment plans over three years and claims influence on home music making, urging a visit to the John Meagher display for buying opportunities.
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John Meagher & Coy
Forbes
Sydney
Emiti
Vyenka
Irvalt
Piayer
John Meagher & Cog
Yorkies Convent Primary Examinations Results
The commercial examinations for Yorkies Convent Primary Solions held at Easter show top scores by Hloventury Grace allied O'Brien 100 percent and Terence Gunn 98. Other high marks include Irene Gunteh 98 and Jack Haymes 95 in shorthand. Elementary, junior and advanced grades list several near perfect scores for Alma Danvers Roy Morrison Olga Cowell and Archie Cashman among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkies Convent
Hloventury
Grace-allied O
Woods Great Peppermint Cure For Coughs And Colds
A fragmentary note describes Woods peppermint cure as a remedy for coughs and colds. The text imitates old promotional language with misspelled words and unclear product details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Booth
Old Times Revived by Forbes Visitor William Warren
William Warren, visiting Forbes after 52 years away, recalls the Lachlan Observer era and Bathurst Times lineage. He arrived in Forbes in 1862 from Bathurst, later storing memories of the Observer and Miner papers, and keys to a watch presented by William Farrand dated 1852. Warren, near eighty, remains spry as he reflects on Forbes’s press history and his long career.
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William Warren
Forbes
Warren
Bathrst
Bathurst ‘Times
Whch
Lachlan
Grefold
Warren Jott Forbes
Observer
William Farrand
Farrand
Porbes
Hingon
W. Farrand
Forbes School of Arta
Bathurst
Harm Hale
Sydney
Fornes Anda
New Management at St Heliers School Orange Miss Lawrence Co‑Principal
Miss Miso M. E. Lawrance assumes control of St Heliers School Orange as co‑principal with her sister. She brings long experience in school management in Queensland and Europe, with ties to Glennie Memorial School Toowoomba and support from local church authorities. The new regime follows extensive preparation and noted goodwill from the Bishop of Barbart.
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Toowoomba
Lawrance
Ani
Bristiane
Miss Lawrence
England
Europe
Ailatralia
For Sale Cottages and Residences in Grenfell Parkes Area
For sale several cottages in Grenfell and Parkes Strovia Porben cheap. particulars from M Leas Con Orange. For sale town residences small farm and orchards to a cool climate idea homes cheap at M Lean Co Orange. Bend tar part entars.
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Grenfell and Parkes Strovia
Porben
Cheap
M'Leas Con
Orange
Towm
Idea Homen
M'Lean Co
Bend Tar
Cheap Excursion To Melbourne By NSW Railways
New South Wales Government Railways announces a cheap excursion to Melbourne on Wednesday May 19. Prices start at £2 first class and 10/ second class single, or £4 return second class. Travel by Forber flyer at 3.50 pm via Blayney and Harden with a coupon for the return journey. calendar month travel restrictions apply. Obtain handbills and particulars from stationmasters by order of the secretary.
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Melbourne
Visstingarm
Blayney
Harden
Catlendar Monty
Test
Vasuougrs
Hetyming
Bourétary
Forbes Pastures Pro Protection Board Nominations
Nominations have been received for the four vacancies on the Forbes Pastures Pro Protection Board. Applicants include Frank Werne Edo Burrawendi Yarrapandai Harold Gibson George Laidlaw John Davidson John Murray Robert Earl Rawlins Frank Kenneth Warren Aubrey Blurr Wheatley. A postal ballot poll will be held on 26 May 1915 to decide between candidates.
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Notich
Frank Werne Edo
Burrawendi Yarrapandai
Crazier
Harold Gibson
Droubaisle
Forbes
George Laidlaw
Wongajong
Erazier
John Davidson Low
West Plaine
Farmer
Grazier
John Murray
Weddin View
Grenfell
Grasier
Robert Earl Rawlins
the Bungalow
Frank Kenneth Warren
Pinnacle Station
Grivier
Aubrey Blurr
Wheatley
Eutong
Fop‘wes
Crarler
Juliet
Wleeters
Lombtl
Notice on Durrawang land trespass and warnings
Notice warns that any trespassers on Durrawang freeborn land will be dealt with severely. It mentions shooting and attacking parties at Turrawang Lagoon, with names Caton Sacked and C H Edols among those warned, dated May 19.
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Durrawang
Turrawang
Caton
C.H. Edols
Bnerawang
Wiory Hay
Trespass warning on Walla Walla paddocks and leasehold land
The notice states that any person named Jiorson or any others seen watering stock or trespassing on Walla Walla paddocks or leasehold country will be prosecuted. Impounding of stock will be enforced. GEO, M, CROWE, Manager.
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Jiorson
Walla Walla
Geo, M, Crowe
Proceeds to the Aestin Tetler Fund
The note records proceeds directed to the Aestin Tetler Fund from GENTS and LADIES PROVIDE, indicating contributions and allocation details for the fund.
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Aestin Tetler Fund
Wirth Bros Circus and Menagerie Greatest Show on Earth
Opening notice for Wirth Bros Circus and Menagerie presents a star lineup headlined by Musa Mamiev the Russian, Foolish Ford, Joey and George the clowns, and The Flying Codonas. Includes acts, prices, and schedule details with admission and gallery seating information.
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Wirth Bros, Ltd
Circus & Menagerie
Musa Mamiev
PNB
MOMAZ
Pramisco
Stampent
Mar
Haley
Ford
America
Joey and
George
Wirtt
Enilirly New Wets
Caine Show
Chilarenid
Rau
Auction Sale for Belgian Fund on Holwian Day
Public auction to raise funds for Belgian relief scheduled for May 1916. Mesure W. K. Garnsey Sr will oversee a large sale of donated items including poultry and livestock. proceeds to aid Belgian relief efforts. Local supporters urge broad participation to maximize impact.
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W. K. Garnsey
Sonr
Dancing, 2 pan tH A wre Double Ticket
W/W Lady's Bingle ticket Membora of the Commonwealth Military Forces in uniform appears in a double ticket. Stage Ty CLSGT 1. COLL, os Hon. Bot. LIRIT, i, 8 VAGR, Hon. Treas.
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Treas
Acremaine Reduction Sale at Canberra Boot Store
Notice announces a sale at Canberra Boot Store starting Saturday next with goods sold below cost. All accounts must be paid by the end of the current period.
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Canberra
Tailoring House Offers Precision Fit Gowns
A new line of ladies tailoring promises fashionably cut garments with perfect fitting, emphasizing skilled workmanship and high attention to detail. The shop highlights quality fabrics and a dedicated spaderly approach to tailoring.
Chester-Mel Weather Note Sparks Winter Order Prompt
A brief message urges rapid orders for cold weather supplies. It mentions Buckland specialist seating and Old Orkeney Seated Whisky, labeled as tailored for the Australian climate, and prompts thoughts on warm winter gear.
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Buckland
John Meagher & Co Opens New Consignment Sale
John Meagher and Co announces to the Ladies of Forbes and surrounding districts a fresh consignment of goods has just arrived, inviting their community to view the new offerings.
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Meagher & CO
Forbes
Jll
Bogirls
London
John Meagher & CO
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Shires
Longreach
Queensland
Sydney Labor Council
South Australia
the Pianola Company
MR William Warren
ST. Helier’s, Orange
J. Meagher
South Wales Government Railways
Melabourn
Forbes Pastures Protection Board
MT AC Doyle
Grawin
Wawnesday
Grand Euchre Party
Forbes Political Labor League
Dawes
Dunn
Hon
Bee
Sharimlay Station
Town Hall
A. P. Mellor
Parkes Jockey Glub
Nell
Parkes
Ap Yim
Bollinger
Jas
Templar Street
Orange Jockey Club
Tenew Mowting
The
Nomplete Dyograimies
Nurthergartiew
Jura
Botvotars
TES Office
Mansons
Buell Manususiuroen
Ball & Welch
Nine ‘Street
oggBa
PmigRa
Sloan
Ian
Engowra Parkes
Bogan Gate
Trundle
Venables
Osmanette
Mammoth
Borsolinos
Carricks
Jason
John Waite
Aan St. Forbes
B. P. White
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