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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 14, 1943
Page
2
A garbled OCR fragment mentions cloth from rubber and wood shavings, references to names, places, and a wood product process. The text is fragmentary with many unreadable words, making a precise summary difficult. it hints at a historical industrial or manufactural context without clear events or dates.
A government advisory from the Premier informs districts in New South Wales that fire order exemptions apply from May 1 to August 18. The Advisory Committee notes a need to inform councils that no permits from local authorities are required for certain activities during this period, though clause 10 remains in effect.
The obituary notes the death of Thomas F Dwyer following ill health and a bout of pneumonia. He resided in Sydney and was connected to the local business community. The service and burial details were arranged by the family and the mortuary staff, with the body to be laid to rest in the local cemetery.
The 12 year old son of Mr and Mrs David Maitland Bridge Street died Wednesday morning after suffering kidney and heart troubles. The funeral held Thursday followed by burial performed by Reverend T Geigy at Caren Cemetery. He is survived by his parents two brothers and two sisters and other relatives.
Chamber of Commerce announces a Monday night meeting with committee discussions and updates on local business initiatives. Members urged to attend and participate in planning for upcoming events and community programs.
A rough transcription covers the Forbes District Ambulance committee meeting. It lists attendees including A. Lingmead J. Tomy Le Malina Martin RG. Jones and others. The document records finance matters, donations, subscriptions, and a plan for a new ambulance wagon, with remarks on staff and future meetings.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a church event with stray words about a ball and a solemn procession. No clear people, places, or dates are readable.
An ornate wedding described in a dated account with names including Mrs K Sheppardy and Tom Mulloy. Attendants in black and blue frocks, embroidered gowns, and a reception near a grand room are noted. The article highlights attire, the procession, and celebratory details around the ceremony.
A fragmented historic notice mentions Brown Elliott and Jane Fura among associates tied to a long-closed tavern linked to various individuals across names and places. The readable text references former Wor, Wor and a list of patrons, with scattered details about ownership and service at the establishment.
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