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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 23, 1928
Page
5
Members of the Lautan Club hosted by H Donald enjoyed a pleasant evening with speeches and dancing. A near collision occurred on Lagoon Bridge but caused no injuries, while Dr F Calder presided over adjudications and condolences were offered for the late Mrs Vinden of Court Hours Hotel.
A garbled report describes a mouse specimen from Tamumabil with a white ring around the tail, noting the creature’s capture and the unusual markings. It mentions a China tong measurement and references a dead or dying outcome, though details are unclear. The fragment preserves only the core image of the ringed-tailed mouse and its unclear fate.
A report describes a lodge meeting held at the Town Hall under Mrs Lyell supervision. The event involved a theater-like setup with about four million supplied by Mr JK Jones and a plan to continue talks for a month. The setting was supervised by a large local committee with a formal lodge room arrangement.
A Forbes farewell gathering honored Mr and Mrs W J Green as they prepare to depart for Condobolin after years of service. Speakers praised their church work and town contributions, with gifts including a wristwatch and a sun veranda outfit.
A fragmented newspaper ad promotes pork sausages every Saturday at Meagher’s and showcases a large range of clothing including sweat shirts and pullovers. It also advertises Meagher’s Moroney department and Aqua Velva aftershave with a bottle price of 4/6.
In a school of arts match Forbes defeated Parkes with a series of bouts across billiards and snooker. Behoot of Artis president Wy Thomson welcomed the Parkes contingent at the Maragon Cafe. Results included Kivone over Millthorpe 10 75 and Cushman over Hanpet 150 104 with several other close finishes noted such as Grogan over Thom and Pattrons over Glover, reflecting a lively team event with multiple players scoring for their sides.
The latimte commission in London deliberates a broad plan to push tariff reductions across multiple sectors. It aims to protect core manufacturing inputs while expanding concessions to key finished goods, warning that narrowing cuts to raw materials could raise protection on those items.
The Forbes Traders Association invites entries from youths under 16 for an essay on The Advantages of Shopping in Your Own Town. Topics cover how Forbes as a shopping center supports local families and communities. Submit details to the Forbes association for entry.
Professional notice states accountant and auditor Mr K O Anderson of Forbes forms a partnership with Mr W J Green of Job Meagher & Co Ltd. Green will reside in Monobolin where an office is opened. The practice will operate under the name K O Anderson and Green.
A nine year old boy, son of Mr and Mrs F L Smith of Parkes street, was buried up to his face in sand at Bushmans Dam after a sand slide of about five tons. He was rescued within minutes by onlookers and family, then freed again after a second fall. he escaped with minor injuries and quick actions by bystanders prevented a fatal smothering.
The text lists candidates for junior public examinations and the masters presenting them, names various examiners, and notes the examination concludes Monday. It mentions a prize for the best forward in the Forbys Football Club and references a meeting at Lachlan Parkes about assistance to the Shaw Ground position, adjourned to Thursday July 26.
Wanted items including cords of billet near noon at Box or Oak locations. Best price offered by George Thomas at Dallou Street Parkes. Also a warning about shooting and trespass on the station with emphasis on rival activity. Lore n's Holiday and Rest Home advertised with health notes and supervision by Nurse A. Mm Lat at Ana Avenue, Cal troy.
A letter to Forbes Hospital recounts repeated requests for a reduction in an account. It mentions individuals pressing for lower payments, questions about deposits, and a hope to settle the matter through a promissory arrangement.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions unemployment, a person or place named Woods, and a quoted cure described as a peppermint remedy for influenza. The readable items are limited and lack clear dates or events to anchor a strong summary.
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