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Newspaper

Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 26, 1916

Page

7

Conscription Speech by Mr Pigott in Parliament

In the House Mr Pigott MHR for Calare argues conscription is necessary now. He compares delaying action to waiting for a bushfire to threaten homes, notes tax and debt burdens, and urges unity and decisive measures for the war effort. He criticizes government spending and defends defense pay and loans while stressing the need for conscription based on those who have fought for Australia.

House of Representatives H. M. Pigott Calare Bey Pigott Australia Tur Lleir Austrada Ratchan Wells Defenre Avriiwion New South Wales Labor Leiaas- Ivohek Lovtechs Queensland Wyo Trent Mr Riley Mr Figont Mr Riles Mr Myott

Tribute from Peter Dawson Endorses Hean's Essence

Famous singer Peter Dawson praises Hean's Essence as an effective cough and chest remedy. He claims a few doses dispelled a weeks-long cold. The ad promotes a two shillings price plus postage for postal orders to G W Hean Chemist in Sydney, with stockists listed.

Peter Dawson Hean Lars G. W. Hean Castlereagh Street Sydeer

Curious Court Case At Furlen Court

In a Tuesday morning session Constable AV Gannon charged John W Reynolds with using insulting language toward Mrs Mannon on May 16. The hearing featured testimony from Kathleen Gaumnen, Mrs McGannon, and Mr Maguire representing Reynolds, with details of observed exchanges and surrounding events, including a prior fine involving vaulting tools and multiple street corner encounters.

Furlen Twesdy AV Gannon John W. Reynolds Mannon Geanton M_ od Maguire Liohinson Mammo M'tiannon Tenijdar and Rankin Streets Mellor'sa Unifern Larhian Street Kathleen Gaumnen Templar-street Reynolds Ellemy Flannery Mr Maguire Rogerson Charles Lieve John Witla Hevnalie Magcule Jamsean al Lolnson Peat Mentill Albert Mel Sus Iim Moonie Fitenal Aetier

Letters for Soldiers Go By Steamers From Sydney

The Forbes Advocate notes letters for Australian Imperial Forces men in active service should be posted two days before vessel departure. Royal Mail steamer dates are listed Mor ea May 27, Kyler Dane LA, Melita June 24. The editor seeks letters from Forbes boys in France, promising publication and safe return.

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For Bronchial Coughs Jake Woods Great Peppermint Cure

A brief note advertises Jake Woods claim with a peppermint cure for bronchial coughs labeled as a great remedy. The item reads like an old medicine patent or patent medicine promotion from a historical period.

Jake Woods

Witney Keeton Sune and Patterson Trophy Shoot Report

The Witney Keeton event resumes with a Wednesday afternoon shoot in strong easterly wind. Officers Captain Bates and Secretary Ford led the effort, praising the club’s strong leadership and veteran members. A veteran audience gathered to discuss reoperation and vote appeals after the speaker’s address.

Witney Keeton Sune and Patterson Trophy Forres Bates Ford Liustast Dave Heywnds Tod Goul Henta Rama Bety Wiesen Mig

Rubber stamps advertised in Australia catalog

An advert lists rubber stamps with a printed catalogue and mentions special linen stamps and office use. The item names include ADVOCATE and similar terms, suggesting a catalog page for stamping products and office stationery.

Australia

Sydney Market Report From Belden & Co

Commercial news reports the Sydney wool market firm with 40,000 bales expected to be offered. Sheep and lambs show fair quality with slight gains. prime sorts command firmer prices. Cattle supply exceeds demand, dull at first but improved in later sale. Prospects point to limited future demand and a need for price gains.

Belden & Co Ie Brigbane Suien Grea Thornday

Sydney Poultry Auctions Report Mixed Prices

Warsen Nolde Comundeipal Waorkels report strong poultry receipts in the week with hens selling well and prices steady for producers. Turkeys remain high and buyers note demand. quotations show limited supply for some varieties with higher averages in country lists and decent demand for other birds.

Warsen, Nolde & Comundeipal Waorkels

Turkeys and Prices Ledger Entry

A compact listing shows bids for turkeys including hens and prime gobblers with varied quotes. Notations indicate rising and falling prices across different lots and weight classes.

Tough Luck Punter Wins Hard Luck Stakes Twist

A tired dusty punter bets all on a rank outsider in the Hard Luck Stakes at a Victorian racecourse. The outsider named For up wins by a slim margin as the punter, penniless except for a whisky flask and sandwich, claims the win and discovers he has chewed the betting ticket.

T. Mae Shamus Ocohen Jerusalem Hig Field

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