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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 14, 1915
Page
6
J J Kelly announces acquisition of the Union Hotel Trundle and plans a first class up to date house with full commercial and public dining rooms. Emphasizes convenience for country patrons with free yard and commodious staking.
Notice from Thos J Martin announcing the purchase of Lowing and Co stock and station agents at Bogan Gate The business will continue under the old name and correspondence is invited urging public support from Bogan Gate and surrounding district
Agencies include Massay Harris Machinery Clutterbuck Bros Eng Chaff-Cutters Paton Burns Manures and Northern Assurance Coy Auction sales conducted in any part of the district.
Bedgerabong reports a moderate turnout for a Friday night social. M C H Swan and Miss Curry led events with extras by Miss Hodges. dancing continued past midnight with a midnight refreshment break. Tennis court used for first time this season, drought delaying practice and matches. Arthur Peasley shown recovering well after surgery. Arthur Doalman hospitalized for a leg injury, expected long recovery. Children rehearse for Empire night concert as rains trigger lingering colds among residents.
Weather stays dry with hopes for rain and better days ahead. Local notes cover crossing at the lagoon, fence movement by Mr McThyn, Mr A Tribolet improving, Mrs W Adams visiting Forbes, Mrs Adegia known locally, and promotion of Jos Collits from night officer to relief stationmaster at Boggabri with ties to Mrs P Collits. A light rain shower dampened the ground last night but the forecast remains uncertain.
Printed and published by the proprietor Georges Waethington Brownhill at the office of The Forbes Advocate Lachlan Street Forbes.
Crops in this district show improvement after recent rain with yields ranging from 40 to 40 points, although farmers say more rain is needed to sustain the gains.
A number of residents attended the Botfields sale on Saturday Inat as Messrs Ryrie and Hlandy offered stock and plant for unreserved sale. Todd and Sons were auctioneers with Mr O T Glanville handling the hammer. Several items sold above price while the seaion seemed unaffected. Local notices include PF and AL Society adjournment, Mr Geo White’s arm injury, and a Belgian Day event with a fancy dress football match, charity drive, and dances.باء
A lengthy report from Trundle notes Messrs W Todd & Sone conducting a wide clearance sale at Botfields with strong prices for dry sheep cattle and horses. The piece also covers agricultural improvements, church and school events, staff moves, and social happenings including a golf club meeting and local syndicate winnings.
Trooper Bert Stanley longtime Eugowra resident departs for the front this week after visiting Mandurama to bid relatives farewell. Before enlisting he worked at the Sydney GPO and received a wristlet watch from fellow employees. Rev J Calder of Forbes spoke on France at the School of Arts hall, with plans for a musical program at the next lecture.
Mr G A Marlin of Cunowindra has begun enhancements to the noval convent, including a new brick room sized 20 by 16 and a verandah on the eastern side. Architect J H Gates of Forbes oversees the work as locals report a gateway for saddlery and baker’s goods opening in town. The Miss Vincent teaching appointment and a public social at the School of Arts are noted, along with various local health and social updates.
A rock fall at about 20 feet depth burying William Pawney and injuring Robert Davis occurred near Grenfell. Davis escaped with a broken leg and head wound, Pawney was severely crushed and remained in serious condition. Both were transported to hospital on stretchers as rescue teams worked. The piece also notes a recent annual race meeting, local tennis association efforts, frost, drought concerns, and a Bishop of Bathurst visit planned for July 11.
GOOLAGONG residents contribute £65 to the Belgian Relief Fund from recent ball and juvenile events, with totals rising toward £70. Government surveyors map land blocks near Kangaroo Bay and Gooniewal, issuing Crown leases to Messrs Sinck, Watson, and Stack for two blocks with Lachlan River frontage four miles from Hophagon. Local road, convent, and bridge projects progress as residents anticipate confirmations and a new bridge at Bulamari crossing. Weather brings ideal days. rain needed for grass. Farmers and Settlers meeting held. D. C. M’William elected Goelaganne delegate to discuss bridge issues in Sydney.
J B Coleman announces he has taken over the Hotel Vangerberg Forbes and will operate it as a first class commercial and family hotel. The Queensland connection is noted with Coleman as proprietor continuing the established house.
George Dunn announces he has taken over Tattersall's Hotel formerly run by J. J. Flannery in Forbes and District and aims to secure patronage through strict attention to business. Daily rate remains at four and sixpence as usual though extended terms were discussed.
Mr Martin notifies Meldis of Forbes and surrounding residents that the hotel has changed hands to Gobel and Lituls and will operate under updated terms. The wines and spirits will be labeled and supervised by Mrs Martin.
Jack Dowley proclaims he has taken over the Forbes stables from Jack Robb and promises his best attention. He describes himself as a practical, experienced horseman and assures the public that business will be conducted with full confidence.
Scottish Union and National Insurance Company offers fire and accident coverage for dwellings furniture stores stock-in-trade farm buildings crops and live stock. Policies cover personal accident sickness and workmen's compensation with low rates on homesteads woolsheds barns haystacks growing crops and other risks at current rates.
A note expresses commitment to meet expectations and deliver services up to the highest standard, promising diligent efforts and continued focus on quality. The statement emphasizes ongoing improvement and customer satisfaction.
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