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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 25, 1915
Page
1
The piece rails against a stirring political trend with the slogan follow the King. It recalls wartime fears, sugar and tea prices, and public talk of leaders, while mocking enthusiasts and noting economic anxieties amid a broader war atmosphere.
Sporting notes from Australia report Jerry Jerome, dubbed evergreen, winning the Brisbane Thousand at Brisbane on Saturday night. Other results include Mutt Mark taking a race in a close finish, and a lightweight boxing match between Les Dare and Jeff Smith with controversy over fouls. The article also lists various Australian racing and boxing events showing performers from Port Kembla and Kentucky links, plus reference to notable figures in boxing administration.
Fragmented text describes factions and parliamentary doubt over reform, mentioning votes and national gratitude. The readable elements include names and places such as Hubtin and Itw, with obscure references to grant and peppermint. The passage remains garbled and uncertain about concrete events or figures.
Incomplete timetable fragment shows Arr 1 Deg am and am roeRes with notes tied to Condobolin to Parkes and Bogan Gate. Mentions days Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday with vague times and locations.
The timetable fragment lists numerous routes and stations across multiple towns including Parkes Condobella Eugowra Sydney Melbourne Molong Parkes Trundle Carrawobitty Goolarons and more. It notes times such as late and 9.50 pm with various via points and connections indicating a dense regional schedule with frequent transfers.
Wise buyers seek value in every purchase as local stores offer drapery and clothing at competitive prices. The ad highlights saving money while maximizing returns on every clothing or home décor item bought.
Fragmentary notes reflect a historied debate on national service with references to government officials and public opinion. The text hints at civic duty, wartime mobilization, and a call for timely national action amid political tensions. Anxious phrases imply a demand for clear leadership and organized response.
Rome May 21 reports show the Chamber of Deputies debating extraordinary powers for wartime governance amid coalition tensions. Prime Minister Salandra seeks unity to sustain alliance plans as Austria’s stance hardens and domestic support fractures.
A 25 year old named Lawrence Morris died after an accident at the ironworks the previous afternoon. He was injured by machinery and could not be saved despite efforts. Morris was the son of Mr and Mrs Morris of Forbes.
Fragmentary wartime discussion covers rabbit skins, trade shifts, and Belgian and American involvement affecting materials and markets. References to manufacturers, quotas, and wartime logistics indicate declining supplies and price pressures as producers adjust to conflict demands.
Published by tt printer George Wash Brownhill at the office of The Forbes Advocate located on Lachlan Street in Forbes. The notice records the printer’s imprint and location for the newspaper.
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