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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 24, 1929
Page
5
Retail liquidation listing men’s apparel and accessories with sale prices. Items include all wool cashmere socks 111 per pair, silk socks 26 per pair, tennis shirts 3 shillings 6 pence, Swede khaki shirts 8 shillings 11 pence, nappered trousers 8 shillings 11 pence, navy serge trousers 19 shillings 11 pence, felt hats 10 shillings 11 pence, tweed caps 4 shillings 11 pence, silk scarves 4 shillings 11 pence, plus a thousand other lines.
A letter advertises Tropynpts by Dr. Southworth as a cure for bladder irritation and nightly sleep disruption. It claims effectiveness from a renowned physician and entices readers with promises of permanent relief through a private consultation and tested remedies.
Forbes and Dietrich visitors discuss improvements at the hotel area. The piece notes changes in the whey and a new focus on the best in the Wiss, reflecting local thoughts on lodging and service.
Copies of the new fog issued by the ers have been served on em al the Forbes railway station. The issue concerns whether the men shall work a 8 hour or 6 hour week.
Jockey Williams led the field at Tantillon with the Whitey of Gest Seis and others riding for the Bur Meee Oe tents. The meeting featured the Sires Brained Stakes and a padding of horses pending, with preparations for the next event at Foyles next Hen.
A damaged medical fragment advises relief for head congestion with double strength tablets and hot water. It mentions taking one tablet daily with crystal water and cautions about breathing, mucus drainage, and nasal passage comfort.
A new toothpaste, Sepsodent, claims to brighten teeth and improve overall appearance rapidly. The advertisement suggests noticeable results with regular use, emphasizing whitening effects and quick transformation.
A Bathurst gathering of editors and managers from five Western Newspapers honored PF Portus vice manager and H B Whitham managing director at a dinner after the first conference day. Speakers praised Portus for service and Whitham for leadership, with gifts and toasts marking the occasion.
The article surveys long standing western river weirs and public agitation from 1897 and earlier, noting Forbes Gagette discussion in 1887, ministerial opinions, and government work. It covers proposed barriers, opposition, and the political debates shaping their construction and oversight.
A sprawling listing covers events and competitors across a regional sports and racing meet. Names like LeBron and Murrayville appear among numerous clubs and venues, with details on heats, handicap events, and displayed participant lists across multiple streets and towns.
A ministerial letter from DH Drummond to education representatives seeks prompt consideration of a plan to install electrical heating in school premises. The missive mentions the Vidya and forks area and requests review of a submission detailing the installation at the Forks school site.
A fragmented notice discusses early construction issues near Lachlan and a class of residents opposing work. It mentions water conservation and oversight by local authorities and committees.
F A Heinke announces a tie to the curing bacon business. All trains met except Saturday nights when Curing Beason closes. End of September is the stated deadline. Phone contact appears as part of the notice.
The Town Clerk Ald Sam reported figures at the Thursday night meeting regarding the gasworks retorts. Western Aero Company lined up with Captain Edgar Percival to deliver the Avro-Avian to Bathurst next Saturday for an opening exhibition. The aircraft will fly from Sydney with others, and will be christened in a ceremony before commencing business.
Fragmented text mentions felonies and names with unclear setting. Readable parts reference a local area and individuals but lack concrete events or dates to specify.
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