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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 23, 1928
Page
8
A garbled 1920s advertisement-like piece contrasts the old Ford with the new model. It notes showroom displays with flowers and staff, praises fuel efficiency and precision, and criticizes the old Ford’s faults. It mentions Geelong factory, easy finance, and a public showroom event inviting orders.
The WORLA reports the hiring of Mr. P Sheehy as racecourse detective for Western fixtures. A former police officer, Sheehy is praised for memory and service in securing offenders, with claims he will guard racetrack patrons and property while policing the stands, banks, and corners of the course.
An advertisement touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as the cure for backache nervousness and general malaise. It features testimonials praising relief and lists retailers in the city, urging readers to buy locally for proven results.
A local council plans legal action against landowners for failing to remove noxious weeds. The inspector reported a severe infestation reaching 1700 to 1800 in one area, with residents noting garden conditions were poor. Authorities expect compliance by landholders to avoid penalties.
The hospital committee, led by Mr Austin, met on Monday to discuss attendance. Those who did not attend missed something, while artists contributing stems at Ruhelion received no compliments. The committee agreed to thank Mr Le Lievry, the matron, and the residents for their work.
Prof. Mr Touglas G Walker, saliultor, declares he has purchased the legal properties long run by the late Mr John Robinson at Forbes. He will continue the same operation at the old Temp ur Street Forbes, maintaining the established practice.
Local reports claim the new bridge on North Condoholy Road near Reddgerahong is unstable and at risk of collapse. President Herbert cited many citizens warning of danger and ordered temporary closures as engineers plan to widen and stabilize the approach, with inspections ongoing to prevent a serious accident.
The Western District Golf Association will stage its annual Wellington tournament on Saturday and Monday, with the Associates event following midweek. A bogey handicap and a stroke handicap 18 holes run Saturday, with Cameron teams stroke match and Western Districts Championship and other events on Monday. Tuesday and Wednesday feature the remaining Western Districts events. Two trophies will be awarded per event. Open to members of all recognized clubs.
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