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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 26, 1925
Page
2
Notice states the mortgagees withdrawal of the advertisement for Sable at Bogan Gate as reported in our Friday issue by Fo McCauley and Company. The withdrawal was ordered by the mortgagees.
Mr Huttenshaw M.L.A. will address a meeting at the monument at 7:80 pm on the night before the elections.
Public notice states that the weekly yard will be closed as previously announced, with the business to be carried on as usual under capable management. All orders will receive careful attention, signed by S. J. Mathlas.
Labor candidate Martin Flannery of ML.A will address the electors at the Monument on Friday May 29 at 8 pm. Hon. Secretary M. F. Cunningham asks for a good turnout.
Meagher and associates advertise Deeply discounted goods as shoppers flood Meaers. The notice warns that copy changes for ads must be lodged by a set deadline and lists selected vendors for a future event.
The Forbes Advocate reports arrival of a large new malle wurgen typethenotype, unpacked and tested under the supervision of Mr Fred Eyles of the Orange Leader star. The linotype is praised as state of the art, expected to improve appearance and reader content for subscribers.
The Forbes district paper highlights Frame Stone family notes noting a second marriage, and details J J Flannery stepping back after a long licensee career at the Australia Hotel. It covers civic figures like T Helman, hospital plans with Mr Helmse and a memorial, plus visits by Dr Sir Neville Howse V C and MacPherson remarks on health policy.
The schedule lists Forbes versus Woonona at Woonona and Warroo against Hawkes at Wirroa. Forbes meets Weaver's at Weaver's, and Badsett's versus Bottle: Dawn with Tuinte nl's involved.
Messrs Meagher and Co announce a stocktaking sale linked to their crossword puzzles. Readers who solved city paper contests show earnings, while kings of the local puzzle scene toil late into the night.
Weldon Journal runs a preview featuring Weldon’s teams and a mosaic of fashion for families. Jee Loew, a popular licensee, offers to donate a medal to a player, as Mr Dew promotes local sports and season improvement to boost community enthusiasm.
About 200 attendees from Forties Catholic Convent joined Bishop Hayden and Father Len of China for a sacred operetta staged at the school. The performance featured original costumes and an early Roman city setting, with focus on Christian persecution in history.
The town clerk of Condobolin invites tenders for the power house and engine foundations for the Condobolin electric works. Tenders close May 27 and may be viewed at Forbes Parkes or Condobolin Court House.
A council motion in the past sought to test health inspector F Coter as secretary of the Central City Trotting Club. After a lively debate, no action followed until last Thursday’s meeting when Ald Keane offered no time to rescind the motion. The issue is set for discussion at the upcoming meeting.
The School of Arts Committee now seeks cooperation from the Chamber of Commerce Federated Teachers Agreement Municipal Commedematonge Shire Council clergy and local groups. A meeting is planned for next Friday evening at 6 pm with representatives from various units to push the extension proposal for university lectures to Forbes.
Percy Thomas Hercules McNamara, known as the Orator of Goma, is seen aiding the Nationalist Line in the Macquarie electorate at Hibho. He defends the Repatriation Department against Labor leader attacks, praising the department as highly beneficial globally.
A final reminder notes the guessing contest tied to a jar of wheat. The War Memorial Committee will count the wheat at Cone Chambers at 8 o clock Monday. The jar is on view at Meagher's grocery department for deposits. Many people have already submitted their guesses.
The traced needlework competition organised by Messrs. John Meagher & Co. Ltd takes place Saturday next at Ome oeke. Everyone will have a chance to view the exhibit and judging results will be displayed in the window of The Big Store. delightful examples of needlework will be shown and Messrs. John Meagher and Co deserve praise for supporting sewing.
A heavy rain began around six yesterday in Forbes, continuing until early morning. The downpour revived farming prospects, promising ploughing, seeding, pond water, and feed for stock, with signs of improved pasture and renewed rural activity.
A Saturday carnival across Forbes district crowned three queens with a lively drive for funds. Camp Hill led early in barometer votes, followed by North Hill and Mulgandry, as Ada Boreham and Bonnie Dalton drew major support and a £341 war memorial donation.
A severe storm swept Sydney yesterday between 6 and 7 pm, causing 52 minutes of rainfall, tram halts, and widespread flooding. Four inches fell on the North Shore and up to 24 inches reported in the city as roofs leaked and streets flooded. A woman was swept into a drain at Neutral Bay tram junction and rescued by a tram driver who lost teeth in the process. she is in hospital in critical condition.
In Melbourne on Tuesday authorities announced the wreckage found along the South Australian coast does not originate from the missing ketch Lietee la. A destroyer searching for the vessel has returned to Melbourne, ending the search trajectory.
An engine derailment on a goods train occurred at Newbridge as the locomotive and tender left the line. The driver Johnstone escaped without injury while Fireman Hotelinen fell with the engine and was buried under steam. Johnstone bravely returned to rescue him through the scalding vapors. Both men survived, with Hotelinen reportedly injured.
A report from Lithgow describes a sequel to a major robbery at Lithgow Supply Stores where two constables pursued three men hiding with stolen goods. One constable was badly treated, but reinforcements scattered the suspects and arrests are expected. In Sydney, a bookmaker notes bets on the English Derby reflecting long-distance wagering.
Melbourne report notes Brentwell minister for regulation says mid winter vacation remains the same due to teachers' benefits. Also mentions wheat market steady and farmers' lots selling regularly despite conditions. Prime Minister signals Australia will fill empty spaces with new measures.
Reports from London indicate no news of Roald Amundsen. Spitsbergen observers note the explorer’s absence after a failed return, with the theater crowd in low spirits over his fate.
Fragmentary notes describe cattle markets at Homebush with figures for late improved Agar sups, wethers from multiple suppliers, and general auction activity. Ongoing notices list local shops and merchandise including patties, hose, and breakfast goods, with names such as Hugh's Wilson's Mossie Sanderson and Perk.
On Wednesday night the Strand Theatre presents The Tenth Woman from Warner Bros a provocative film about universal themes. Friday features A Thief in Paradise by First National followed by Betty Compson in The Enemy-San and Hoot Gibson in Hit and Run. Monday showcases My Lady's Dress and At Mary Agate with Galloping Gallagher and Pauline Frederick in upcoming shorts.
Robert Reid aged 83 died Friday night after senile decay. A Glasgow native who came to New Zealand over 50 years ago and settled in Forbes with wife formerly Mrs Jones and five children Mrs W H Baker Mrs Horace Green and sons William Thomas James Jones. Funeral Saturday afternoon at the Presbyterian Cemetery with Rev R G Cruikshank officiating. arrangements by T H Peasley.
Mr Lachlan Kennedy a well known Forbes resident died yesterday morning after a long illness. He was in his eighties and survived by a wife and grown family. He settled at Warroo choosing Clydevale as his home about fifty years ago. He came from Scotland and leaves daughters Miss Annie Kennedy Mrs W J Cook Mrs Street and a son trio Charles Sydney Alexander Lachlan Lorele, all of Forbes district. The funeral was held today at the Presbyterian cemetery Forbes with Pastor Cruikshank officiating.
Nationalist candidate Duncan Cameron spoke at Forbes outlining land settlement linked to railway and water projects. He urged pipeline water from Burrinjuck, extended railways, and regional development to curb rural drift, praising government land settlement and rail plans while pledging county-level representation in NSW Parliament. Sir Neville Howse responded defending defence policy and warning against communism and extremism.
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