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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 24, 1912
Page
4
The passage discusses pity, prophecy, and recurring drought fears as a warning for the future. It contrasts stubborn skepticism with calls to heed past experiences from 1912 and 1812, urging practical providence and self-reliance amid looming hardship.
A fragmented excerpt shows weather forecasters debating patterns and the reliability of predictions across continents. It mentions Australia, Western Australia, Hobart, and Perth, with references to droughts and projected climate shifts spanning decades, while noting skepticism about long term forecasts.
A bustling Forbes schedule shows a deputy postmaster likely visiting Parkes to discuss removing a post office from Curensong Street. Local events include a Winter Dance with about 40 to 50 couples, a sale of work for the Church Girls Friendly Society, and St Johns Church related charity drives. A whisky advert and farming tips appear amid political chatter on the opposition and potential dissolution talks.
The notice lists changes to posted schedules. Forbes to Coniobolin and Frigalung ahead of Bedgerabong mall closing at 11, with 11:30 a.m. reference.
Fragmentary report from Coudubolin Police Court of Rub Inst on fraud charges involving Timothy Minehan and Timothy Ethney AKO. Judge Timothy Wood ruled in proceedings. Moloney of Porbus argued, noting Minehan’s alleged falsity and failure to connect at Minehan’s death. general submission to Condensation Quarter Sessions.
The Panwal reunion under Manehenter Unity held by Loyal Porches Lodge No. 61 in Doll town drew about 80 attendees Wednesday night. Mr J. Girabany served as MC. music and dancing followed, with remarks praising the function and a lodge treasury transfer to the Hbine Thy Croti lot.
Local column records farewells and appointments in Forbes and district. Rev O'Ryan leaves Forbes after years in charge of the Forbes Presbyterian congregation and music society farewell planned. Dunstan family notes, Hollerman name legacy, and charity acknowledgments feature amid community updates and obituaries.
Members of the Forbes Rifle Club held a local shooting event on Wednesday at the range near Watneady. Competitors timed kneeling and prone positions at distances up to 300 yards, with scores and participant names listed, and plans noted for a final practice session before a federal parliament event.
The note lists changes to train times including gas train WN Wowere at twenty A ve, and the Coudoboum Seayer service at 7.60. It states journeys now arrive at 7.20 instead of 7.45, with other edits to be shown on another page.
The BA and MS Association met on Thursday with strong attendance. A sub-committee of Addison Baldock and Dowling was formed to secure the association’s securities. seven acres were discussed and potential grants noted. A switchback railway proprietor’s request prompted a formal response and price inquiry. The session also debated whether to issue a catalogue for Mant show, with a decision to discontinue printing unless offers appeared.
A moving picture show titled When Pictures Talk is presented at the Town Hall. The event features holographic and talking pictures, with comedian Harry Lavedore among the star acts. A featured sequence includes Margaret Cotehooge in a grand production, promising a spectacle of motion and sound.
Empire Day festivities in Forbes featured about 800 children from local schools, led by J Donaghey, with Cadets, Lighthorse elements, and a town band. The Mayor, ministers, and A W Horton spoke of Queen Victoria’s memory and loyalty to King and Empire, as children sang Advance Australia and viewed a flag procession.
A letter from Mae Janglewon, MD to Mr Dona replies to an invitation for a May Day event. The writer regrets the court schedule at Bogart Gate will prevent attendance and thanks the sender for longstanding support of the school children and the community’s efforts to uphold traditional values.
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