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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 24, 1921
Page
2
Readable fragments discuss government spending for hospitals and district duties. Mentions increasing hospital capacity, debt, and public support but text is garbled with unclear names and specifics. Core idea centers on funding, governance, and hospital access.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a Teavoltine Agent and an address P.O. Box with unclear names KR Prantt Die. The readable content references a monetary figure 614 000 000 and terms like Lewin tow and Denes Rate, but lacks coherent facts or events to establish a clear news item.
The text describes a fundraising appeal by PRED PHILLIPS, Hon. Treasurer, and an urging to support a state institution for the blind. It calls for widespread notice to inform Miss Mic or related authorities, requesting contributions to secure maintenance, education, and general improvements for the institution and its pupils.
In a court tied to the Hawey Bulldog Plantery affair an open verdict was reached after a fatal explosion at Warkes on April 20. The inquiry examined the death of a named individual linked to the incident and the broader security breach.
The Bovey Shire meeting backed multiple works including road construction from Eugowra to Nyngreok and the Eugowra-tanowindra route, plus housing probation and occupancy matters. Officials outlined timelines and a council review of funding and approvals, with actions pending further consideration.
A damaged notice discusses the education of deaf, dumb, and blind children. It notes ongoing appeal, local county interest, and calls for applications and support from authorities and public figures to facilitate schooling and related services for affected youths.
A drunken man caused a diversion at a Saturday elephant show, taunting a performer and attempting to approach the trainer. Police intervened as the crowd grew disorderly. Walter Witran and Dowling were cited as the incident unfolded, with the offender fined two pounds.
A heavy rain Friday lifted fat gains to 115 pounds for the week, with nine to ten merino flocks noted at Forbes. Farmers report ongoing wet weather delaying harvests, promising further fat totals as crops already sown remain valuable. A phone tip from Bedgerabone cites 5 Holts in the last 24 hours ending in the morning.
At a recent meeting concerns arose about how funds from the Queen competition would be distributed. Me 8, Aunten suggested Gueralle Smolaty receive 9 percent, while Bocrtatic Buclaty claimed a larger share of the overall proceeds.
The event earned over £240 in takings with a weekly salary around £50. G Anderson, the council manager in charge at Purves, notes 27 years with Wirth's. The company travels with a full outfit including a traveling kitchen and provides meals for all staff. One elephant is reportedly about 140 years old, with the crew traveling some 0.9 miles between acts.
The Little Dramatic season features The White Dove adapted from a celebrated novel by William J. Take. Henry B. Wittener stars as a cynical hero who betrays marriage vows and dismisses women as he seeks happiness. Also shown is The Right To Leave and The Right To Love in a program of dramatic and romantic pieces.
At a Forbes Dawiing Club gathering on Wednesday the committee decided to abandon the protectey bat for the prevent due to rain. Other major events and a gala show against the Sydney team are planned with details on dates and participants to follow.
Mr IT B Mwant recovers after illness while fires destroy sheds on Sherit Street Forbes. Robine, of Forben, in critical condition after injuries in an accident. Major M'Donmetl leaves Forbes for Sydney. Community events include hospital fundraisers, a tennis club farewell, and a government day celebration plan. Local markets report wool prices and stock movements with cautious optimism.
Fragmented OCR notes show Australian players and dismissals with names like Carter Gregory Knight Malloy Durstow and Armstrong. Mentions of 314 total, Bowler spells and selection hints for an upcoming Test match with captains Rhoden Woolly Hendren Howell Holmes Wehmond Kaleb.
Empire Day ceremonies recalled Queen Victoria's birth and empire unity as children from Mo Melville and nearby attended a program at the big building. Rev L Peacock and Mayor presided while speeches by C R Thom sad and others highlighted loyalty to the king and empire.
A court session this morning in Porton Hourt heard Peter Michaul seek remand over a touched cheque involving Francis Ome lo and Patrick Roody. The case concerns a Sunday trading license, with interim remand requested as details remain unresolved.
A case outlines debts and damages from Francis G. Heinke and others against Davidson and Mellion over rent for a village cottage and bakehouse. Disputes cover weekly rates, room rentals, renovations, and a seized key incident with repairs valued at 25 shillings 15 pence. The court will rule next Tuesday.
Incomplete OCR fragment mentions a pony or horse with a reward of £1 and several garbled names including Avory Forbes and others. Details are unreadable, with unclear location, action, or date.
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