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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 16, 1922
Page
2
The Farmers and Graziers Co operative G I A Company plans a meeting at Grhevin Hall on Monday May to appoint a local agent and discuss apprenticeships. Applicants for paid positions must attend the ballot day and submit information. notes mention a reward and convenor W J Styles in Garoma.
OCR text is garbled with many misspellings and nonsensical phrases making it impossible to identify concrete people, places, events, or organizations for a coherent news item or card teaser.
In a Morhes case PM M'Girr sues for 1000 pounds over sheep sold. The defense argues the purchase occurred on a Sunday against the Sunday Observance Act. Another plea claims the sale was made by Will Webster and the defendant is not bound by the contract, with the Sunday transaction core to the dispute.
Court proceedings show multiple defendants charged with batug found on the South Forbes Hotel premises on Sunday April 9. Several pleaded guilty and were fined with costs, while others did not appear and were heard ex parte. Additional cases involve heavy penalties sought for stray stock violations and deliveries of goods. verdicts and costs follow, with some cases postponed for previous court dates.
Parkes citizens back railway revival as two towns plan a Chamber of Commerce to boost west east links. A recent meeting discussed Engowra extension, Parker-Condobolin line, and Parkes railway improvements, with the Railway League likely to support forming a chamber at Forbes.
The Opwratic Society announces parts for its forthcoming giort The Saualine Alri with Huywow Dean as allottee and Mr Jas Bryant directing. Rehearsals will be held regularly in the Kaciiisu Area where the sopranos and a rumored chorus plan to perform as they wish.
A fragmented note discusses a supposed prophet and a professor from Temara, hinting at a forecast about widespread rains and a future period around 1924 to 1926. Mentions Australia, a possible wager or betting scenario, and a reference to the Ext Amelvourne Cup. The legibility is limited, with several garbled phrases.
A garbled Australia themed feature outlines upcoming events at Wide Water Hankoya and related venues. It mentions Rowell and Thorpe McPouvalk with expected performances and contests including sharp shooting and crack tug activities. Advertising notes hint at promotional details and sponsor names.
A garbled racing report lists names and terms like handikap and purse prizes, with unclear connections to Tobin, Hogan Gate JC, and others. The fragment hints at a horse racing context with unrecognized participants and odd spellings, offering little coherent detail.
A garbled Sydney Genoa report from Mal ex tie Alussian Nowe describes tense exchanges on the Russian German German delegation and a series of international moves. The piece references King George, Prance, and a forthcoming hotel front meeting with Emri Webster and de Kelly WAN, noting a 10 point spread and a tailors offer tied to a sale.
The telegraphic brief outlines postwar issues in Sydney including the 44 hour week, returned soldiers’ positions, and government plans for work for veterans tied to telephone construction. It notes ministerial responses to unemployment, land auctions extended in rural districts, and contemplations on defense reductions and naval air plans. It also mentions price rises for sugar, industrial concerns, and the Returned Soldiers' League reporting unrest at the Domain.
An advertisement fragment touts Woods Great Peppermint Cure for coughs alongside fashion items from Austen Pratley and L. Manny. It promotes Winter Salt from Buckland and various goods, claiming quality, low prices, and prompt service at Uptowdale shops with emphasis on overcoat weather, cleanliness, and a lively sale atmosphere.
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