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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 22, 1923
Page
2
A waveting notice states a gathering at the Council Chambers 19 bight at A pw Mine Koln Wing will address the opesting. Parente and others interested are asked to come forward with inquiries or proposals. Hon. Secretary Boyne signs as the contact.
Members are notified that a program will be held at Woodward Arcade Thursday at 3 p.m. The event, titled Porbes Operation Society, features a professor and will cover community topics.
In the weavee competition Hawkes tied with Warbo at Weavers and Barbet, Bedquitbulk, and Tedgerabonk faced Mill and Porlige in matches at Pathos. The results show Hawkes 1 Warbo 1 and other close pairings across the slate.
We wish to express our appreciation to DY Bair the Mirtron and Nites Jog Staff of Harber Dinterey Hospital for attentive care to our daughter during a recent illness. Mr and Mrs Witla extend their gratitude for the prompt attention and kindness shown.
Plano seeks missing Mead Laws planner in an unclear case. Government price figures and local names appear, with an emphasis on identifying the maker and price. The note requests four items from a city official and mentions a post in Huet.
Help wanted notices seeking a junior typist capable of typewriting and learning shorthand. Probationary duties include learning rate and accuracy. applicants address Box 3 Forbes.
A garbled OCR entry references a gold burn item on a water chain with novercian attached. It mentions ri mard on foluruine and an appointment for Mr. Urintlots to a Foster office role.
Fragmentary OCR item notes an office dealing with a petition or application process. It mentions a young entity involved and an appeal or submission to this office, indicating a procedural step without full context or clear details.
Proctor Aoltrained tuner for W. Iathe & Co bids. Phone 14 Main Street Grenfell A. Pl Griautod, Joeal agent.
Unclear OCR text mentions a motor, good lighting, and equipment. Records indicate a sense of reliability improvements and spare parts availability. Portions reference Apple but lack concrete facts or coherent names.
An old advertisement listing canvas goods such as Horas and Cattle Midge, Tarpantina, Water Bago, Verandah Blinds, Baker's Cart Covary, and others. It notes these items are obtainable from Albert Jones at 27 Mather Bixee, Bluey, Pamors Hilkayre's Watermtoor Cows.
Players Markos Forbus Pavkow and Public Barurdey face off in western competition finals on Forbes treon. Forks selects from a long list including Neha Huisan Ony mard Arakdbent and others as ground at 2.
The Forbes Golf Club held a Monday session at Cornell Chambers where Mrs Webb Mrs Meilion Mr Souter and Miss O Connor were elected to a committee to prevent the intercate of uancelate.
Aup ten s business in Me Bal Auatou has found it necessary to avenue recsivink denat Sydney. He is buying for divert enwort and its neceualtates. His headquarters will be moved to Sydney where his new arrangements will be coordinated with careful calls and orders.
A note from Forbes District Hospital thanks numerous donors for items and money, including Miou Mire, Soares, Alay HID, Howerwsalr, Jones towers, Corn uckman, and Mrs. Cook among many others. The list spans fruit and flowers, cake, poultry, and cash gifts, with anonymous contributors also noted.
Opportunity noted for clients to view two new Dodge cars offered by Rath and Co. Associates, Dodes Brothers Motor Vehicles. Ad copy mentions a 200K standard area and a limited trip window. Details include timing in April and East region listings with car models and dealership names.
Fragmented report notes a town discussion about commerce and a call for caution. Mentions seeking a vote, a possible leader, and duties tied to tenure. Readers should expect further details on local actions and concerns.
Unclear text indicates Peasley and White booked seven Buicks to arrive in Forbes. mentions motor trip from Sydney and an invitation to elites, with names like Phebe Bile agonis, Beatey und Whits, Linte aur Streyt.
Unclear notes describe a rifle shooting event for the Crippin trophy at Forbes range on Saturday. Winds were variable and musty making gauging air difficult. Mentions of shooters F Booth, W Shirvington, A Booth and others with scores and placements, and a prize program planned for Monday June 26 with a trophy donated by Argoke.
Fragmentary local notice advertises products like Binakals and Wigs for cold nights and cough remedies. Names and specifics are garbled, with multiple misspellings and unclear claims about cures and prices. The readable bits reference vendors Aunton and Presley and Woods Grants, but lack coherent context or verifiable details.
A report on missionary work in Papua describing native involvement in church life and schooling. It notes gatherings, native leaders, and the aim to expand religious and educational outreach. Mention is made of Bible reading, Sunday and Guy schools, and a growing technical education program supported by government grants.
A report details alleged liquor violations and enforcement actions under the Pavers Prohibition Law. It cites a Bahamas connection, import duties, and a large export value, with figures on gallons and monetary assessments. The summary notes Telegram data from Washington and a sixteenth month tally ending December 1022, outlining the case against violators and enforcement trends.
A 19th century style ad listing footwear and garments. Mentions Gant Oxford Court shoes patent mid elses ud voice from 18/¢ to 2B/s. Includes Great variegy of cear's slippers Comfore able styled and ferviceable from 8/41. Also promotes repair department and assorted goods at Lodrosh McGler and Evopie Ruteber with beer and mutton tubes.
The engagement reported between Mijne Joa Laidlaw daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Laidlaw of Forbes to Mr. Davill Featom son of Mr. Wenton, follows her recovery from a hospital visit at Forbes Hospital lasting several weeks. Nearby, a street accident injured several people including Mr. Derry and Mr. Harold Mrowwa linked to local football, with continued concern for community members and staff changes at Forbes Bank.
A garbled notice describes allegiances and additions to an avatratia event at Forbes Cooperative Battery. It calls attendance at Woods' Saturday gathering for a meeting of the 1st Gurded to be held in the Council Chambers, with names like Miss Keloe Kine and references to children and a park. The fragmentary text mentions attendance, advantages, and a proposed plan for a great performance.
The article notes Forbes First era in local sport coverage with strong showings across events. Shai In and Abe Wogan Cowewing lead entries. Day Batdorks wins No 1 Class Stalker with Comedina. My Gale and Medas popular in Parlow. Bonnieen, fresh from Sydney, competes but does not win.
The Forbes District Wospiti Committee held its monthly meeting with chair M W Vou among attendees. Apologies were read from several members while decisions covered hospital support, fundraising events, and trust chair achievements. The treasurer reported balances and incoming funds, and plans were made to aid the local hospital. Further talks addressed administrative changes and consent to consult the matron on new policies.
A fragmentary, nonstandard text ventures a surreal stanza about a winter day. It weaves names and odd phrases into a dreamlike sequence, hinting at greetings and endurance while mixing invented terms and unclear references.
A local listing advertises Qvercoaig in great variety at Pratley's in Ark Eres WAIE belt. The ad highlights heavy coats and extremely low price of 11/6. It urges shoppers to compare values.
A Melbourne conference on federation wage policy ends amid dissent over government timing and income taxation. Police face violence at a coal convoy disruption. injuries reported. Debates in parliament touch labor policy, police protection, and ministerial resignations while a hospital and public works issues loom.
Fragmented court notes show defendants pleading guilty in WARDEN'S Court and Small Urnth Court proceedings. Items mention Ahephand, Warden’s Court, and multiple petty fines including 1/6 11 and 8, various costs, and appearances by McCiarvy and McDudt.
A garbled report lists attendees at a Forbes P A A and H Association meeting held on Saturday. Names include Mussie G1, Buanett, Ay Thomas, Gare A, H. Hand, J H Beddle, W Parker, Thoreton, Joe Rawathorne, Nicolas, Sweeney, Mintver, Larnuoh Lowis, Guchriet, and others. The text is partial and difficult to decipher.
A dense report from Commonwee notes 60 pound insurance for a fire damaged office, committee actions on building the showground, grandstand repairs, and water lighting. It outlines bids, allocations, and proposed improvements including road works and pavilion space. Decisions reference Forbe’s Jockey Club matters, showground developments, and a forthcoming special meeting to finalize plans.
A garbled report from the Local mayoral yard describes Saturday events featuring cattle and horse displays, a hospital concert by The Gorin Company, and plans for a lively Fair week. Mentions are made of Meagher’s Whe, bloomers, and children’s items with scattered references to rain and a forged bank note warning.
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