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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 21, 1920

Page

3

Forbes Police Court Vagrancy Case Adjourned

In Forbes Police Court on Tuesday May 18 the vagrancy case against Kenneth Doyle was adjourned for one week as he was absent. Inspector Cupitt said police remain unsatisfied with Doyle's conduct since the last adjournment and may re-arrest if he does not appear. John Roderick Larkin also failed to appear. police sought withdrawal of his similar charge.

Kenneth Doyle Cupitt Moloney Doyle P.M John Roderick Larkin Eastwood

Holmes v Smedley judgment on wrongful dismissal period claim

His Worship reserved ruling on whether Holmes could claim for a broken period. The evidence showed Holmes was rightfully dismissed, so no four days of work were owed. Verdict: £2 8s 6d plus £4 2s 2d costs. in default, one month imprisonment. a week to pay allowed.

Harold Holmes Henry Smedley Helm Holmes

1919 20 NSW Wheat Harvest Final Returns

Final returns by Government Statistician H A Smith show the 1919 20 New South Wales wheat harvest amid drought results. Total intended grain area 1 460 640 acres with 1 287 040 acres failed or fed off and grain production 1 432 210 bags 4 296 630 bushels the lowest since 1897 except 1902 03. Hay production 354 630 tons averaging half a ton per acre.

New South Wales H. A. Smith Ae Wha

Wool shipments and wool stock figures from imperial government data

The Prime Minister disclosed in the Federal House figures on wool shipped over three seasons totaling 1,810,898 bales with merino and crossbred counts. Additional shipments of 151,686 bales raise the grand total to 1,192,533, amid notes on stocks afloat and unsold.

A,ml, and F. Company, Ltd Federal House London Ministry For Muolttons Australia New Zealand

Railway Officials Hear Forbes Trucking Yards Plan

The Railway Commissioners visited Forbes by special train and heard deputations from Red Bend and local groups urging immediate refreshment rooms at Parkes and the erection of trucking yards at Red Bend on the Forbes Stockinbingal line. They cited six year stock transport figures with Forbes handling the majority and significant south bank contributions.

Forbes Forbes Municipal Council P.P. Hoard Shire Council Municipal Council Soldier Settlers Graglers' Association Famers and Settlers’ Association Chamber of Commerce Parkes Stock Inbingal Red Head Red Bend Bowling Forbes P. P. Board Lachlan River

Mr Fraser Addresses Forbes Council On Water And Fodder Issues

In a morning session at Parkes Mr Fraser, Chief Commissioner, responded to Mayor and Alderman Fecey about guaranteeing water supply from Forbes. He pledged full consideration but did not offer an immediate guarantee. The deputation praised Forbes Council’s rescue, while discussion covered fodder handling delays, rail transport, and bulk wheat handling reducing the need for weighbridges at country holdings.

Fecey Fraser Parkes Forbes Municipal Council Forbes Forbes Council Keane Farnere and Settlers’ Association Rural Industries Board N.S.W South Australia Victoria Alderman Keane Red Bend Elliott J. G. Killen M'Namara Granlin Wilding

Grenfell Social Notes and Local Updates

Weather shifts mark Grenfell reports with hot spells and showers. A Loyalty Girls euchre and dance fundraiser supported Baby Week, with prizes won by Mrs Morgan and Mrs Hengley. Marriages noted at St Paul’s Grenfell and St Patrick’s Enmore, with Stella Murphy as bridesmaid. Hospital plans advance as Matron Pearson extends service. Literary Institute reports profit from a flower show and buys new books. Local officers elected for Kreenthrope Farmers and Seeders Association. Po and A Association plans ground improvements for upcoming events with a skeleton frame tea tent. Grenfell Jockey Club entries for races on June 26-27 draw strong support.

Loyalty Girls Carda Meadames C. F. Morgan K. Hengley J. N. Harvey Misa Falconer Stalth C. Allen BE. Clarkson Stella Bolton Misa Hunter R. North Mins Mulvihill Focal Hospital Pearson Grenfell Literary Iss Ot Bay Kreenthorpe Farmers and Seiplers’ Association H. O. M'Coll Messra H. Gray W. Fisher J. O. Watt R. Black Gray Po and A. Association Sydney H. M. Potts Young Cowra Strenfell Ruby Davies Stanley AP Kay Grenfell

Forbes district gun subdivides wheat and grazing blocks

Returned Soldiers plan subdividing several wheat and grazing properties in Forbes district. Each block will be accessible to rail, enhancing transport and resale potential.

Forbes

Trespass Notice at Wandary Holding Enforces Strict Prosecution

After this date all persons found hunting shooting or trespassing on Wandary Holding will be prosecuted without respect to persons. Those removing horace or other stock without authority will face the utmost rigour of the law.

Horace

South Forbes Hotel Jack Leader Notice

Announcement that the South Forbes hotel has been taken over by James Pancoe and will operate under new management. The notice urges the public to support the business and mentions a focus on spirits labeled wines and beers.

Jack Leader Forbes Lita Jamee Pancoe

Albion Hotel Forbes Feature Highlights Seafront Retreat

The Albion Hotel Forbes showcases dining and lodging in a seaside setting. The advert credits Thea Hest in every department and notes the hotel as a prominent home by the sea under proprietor management.

Sea Thea Hest

J Sullivan and Son Open Forbes Carrying Business

J Sullivan and Son announce the purchase of Mrs Gillard's carrying business and will undertake all classes of carrying and forwarding work. They promise strict personal attention, fair public patronage, a trial, and satisfaction guaranteed.

J Sullivan Forbes Hhstrict

Reward Offered for Stock Theft Information

Twenty pound reward offered for information leading to conviction of persons stealing stock from Wandary Sheep. Ear marks found on back of ear indicate sheep, horse and cattle theft. Apply to Walter Rt. Stitt.

Wandary Thorse Catth Bron Walter Stitt

Drought News Leads to New Clothing Line Claims

A fragment reports optimism about drought relief but asserts Geddes' wine quality remains strong. It touts a foresight to buy shea enabling a new line in Alen's section with claims of unmatched price or quality. Mentions mens boots and modern shapes amid garbled names.

Geddes’ Sauvages M'Tide

Land in Horses in Forbes District Sanding Problem

The Forbes district reports horses dying from sand ingestion during a dry season. Chief Inspector of Stock suggests prevention as best, noting scarcity of feed and ground sand intake when tethered on salty soil. Treatment outlined includes a drench of ox chloral hydrate peppermint linseed oil, warm water enemas, bran swashes, and green fodder as aid.

Forbes

Eden Studio8 showcases 12 black and white bromide panels

In Sydney the Eden Studio8 gallery at 727 George Street Haymarket presents 12 handsome bromide panels mounted on Velum. The ad touts the collection as the best photographic art the city offers and lists a price of 23/6.

Sydney EDEN Edex Studios George Haymarket

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