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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 17, 1912
Page
5
Sydney reports a heavy turnout anticipated in the Alexandria by election with six parties confident of Bic 688. The Friday telegraph notes voter interest as the campaign enters its final day.
In Melbourne on Friday Mr Murray will resign as Vice foram Peendershiy tomorrow but stay in Cabinet as Chief Secretary and Minister for Labor. Mr Watt will be sworn in as Prowler.
The Presbyterian Assembly in Brisbane heard Rev Hugh Paton speak on the Evangelical Church and the concept of a church of the future.
Adelaide reports the wheat harvest yielding 20 880 010 bushels. Melbourne notes resumed work as the state coal mine in Victoria continues. Sydney covers a public meeting at Annandale protesting bursaries with pledges to secure the event.
Fragmentary dispatch notes Baden Powell speak in Sydney praising scouting as character building. The report mentions upheaval over exchanges and a proposed loan to fund general purposes in London with the state treasurer noting the plan.
The report outlines a cabinet push led by the Minister for Home Affairs to amend the Navigation Act. The aim is to advance capital design plans and secure changes to the act, with consideration of labor council actions and government objectives amidst ongoing policy discussions.
A fire early Friday gutted Harrison's property and heavily damaged surrounding structures in Sydney. Authorities report 40 000 immigrants expected this year, with July 20 cited in provisional notices. The blaze disrupted a nearby precinct and prompted urgent evacuations.
A brief item notes that federal land tax matters involving Sydney, Priday, and UE Liedworsnd were received to date. The notice records tax handling by AWE to ELRTUT Soule Youth, outlining receipt status and party involvement.
An early evening gathering at the Iowa hall on Wednesday featured the Velotas and a detailed review of present affairs. Guests, including officials and attendees, praised the new floor and the overall event, while organizers extended thanks to contributors and staff for a well organized meeting.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe activity at a federal capital site with a focus on a young person and a foundation event this week. Readable terms indicate an inquiry or construction context and a government connection, though details remain unclear.
London dispatches report mixed news from maritime and political spheres. Mentions of the Titanic inquiry, Churchill on royal force growth and European theater focus, Britain’s dominions stance, Germany Italy and Austria amid tensions, and a far southern African population note with duties and valuations.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a cricket match with Thy Mustyalians facing Sup roy touay and players like Piet Klugs, Harriwn, Barry Aird, and Whitey. Scores show Surrey 149 and Australia 7 for 85. Mentions South Africa vs Yorkshire and South Antica Pest tattlings for 20.
Fragmentary record describes a meeting at Hin Ho JovWieNs AW AMaATOR Mou Rot Toyake tyouN Sydnvy and Loy ver Hruleks regarding truck freight handling at EF Truck AL. It notes a 7 pound per truck charge and a call for a formal de dutstion or review under authority, with references to a Prender and a potential TPA requirement.
A spectator recounts a harsh incident in Forbes where Mev Thomas Smith struck by a vehicle near a sulky wheel incident. The narrative describes the rough handling, the dash of pursuit, and the tense aftermath as bystanders and authorities respond. The account preserves names and place references, highlighting the near-disaster and community reaction.
At Municipal Chambers on Tuesday Empire Day organizers appointed collectors for Forbes areas and arranged staffing for the show. Secretaries ordered price-setting for fruit and other provisions, with a large showground display planned for May 24 as volunteers gather to assist.
The Monaro MLA G T C Miller, dubbed the Monaro Foghorn, faced a crowd obstacle while moving through supporters at Forbes for a parliamentary party event. A confrontation with an imposing heckler led to tense exchanges, reflecting party tensions amid nearby protests and civic ceremonies.
A reader lauds Mr Smith for advocating farmer interests in Parliament and notes mixed progress toward better regional representation. The letter critiques political neglect, crowding, and the need for broader labor concerns, arguing separate party lines hinder farmers and urging policy action on agriculture and education.
An 19th century style fair features horse riding and jumping events, including bucking broncs, walking races, and displays by Skully's Ingjumplers amid horsemen and crowd. The day ends with shows and varied entertainment drawing public interest and light competition.
A fragmentary meeting note reports Sabistartory practices by the Forces Musical Society during wake events. Geo Morrow, conductor, praised the performance while Ida Gilchrist MP O Ryan and Miss Farrand receive commendations. Plans mention continuing the overm next Monday with all members urged to attend.
The Albion Hotel hosts a billiards tournament where several matches conclude with tight margins. Notable results include D. Marshall defeating S. Sith, J Shanahan edging A Nelson, Watson beating Morrow, and Seady narrowly defeating Lowell. R. Wark Toy advances with byes as other players such as G. Danvers and AW Musgrave post strong showings.
Prices at the LITHGOW FAT STOCK SALES drew a large crowd amid varied demand. Prime crossbred woolly lambs sold up to 18/6 with strong weights, while cattle yard lots showed mixed values for bullocks and cows. Buyers noted good quality stock and bids from local bidders, with several sections reporting steady to modest gains over prior sales.
A local church tale from Bishop Long recalls a Melbourne scene where a noticeboard listed a future sermon subject. The board displayed the minister’s name and several news items, including the Friday daily note What we may expect In Hell. Free weekly offerings, No collection.
In a late nineteenth century electoral register, voters faced comical misprints and bawdy epithets as occupations. The piece notes jokes like husband bunting and spinster of gospel, while phrases such as libertarian and panturat student surface amid a broader critique of press taste and clerical errors.
Abund Jance of Water secures fencing and clove rail for 10 acres. Miller & James of Temora handle the application.
The readable text presents scattered names and times, showing an incomplete schedule or results fragment. Entities include Porto, Rey, Thom How, Dune Huan Bugowni, Hrenuong, and references to 11 am and 8 pm with partial currency and TD markers.
Orbes at 11 with Mr Shelton 7.20 and Rev A W Parton at 7.80. Diocrobalete 3.15 with Mr Shelton. Meaton Bank at 11 with Rev A W Parton. Porbes at 11 and 7.80 with Rev A W Parton on May 26.
8 H Taylor and Co report about 70 cattle yard yesterday. Trade muster strong with prime cattle at an advance of 10s per head. Prices listed include £4 17s 5d for a top lot, with various figures for vealers, heifers, and yearlings. Market array shows demand for well finished stock and improved prices overall.
A garbled wheat market note reports some prices and bids, with mentions of 4/6 and 4/7 per bushel and forward bids. It references specific names in a disordered line, including Woody and Great Peppermiul Cure, suggesting a chaotic OCR fragment rather than a coherent trading summary.
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