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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 27, 1921
Page
6
A fragmented notice states the iM Gate Hotel of Starship has been taken over by Jones late ALT. It promises best line special cuisine and liquor true to label. Describes fiery situation and suitable accommodation for travelers seeking urgent lodging.
J Matheson announces he has taken over the Shore Hotel from J J Sinderberry and seeks continued public support. Boat Brands of liquor offered, with true to name labels, and best accommodation for travelers.
Auctioneers Wheatley and Martel advertise as general commission agents with branches offering insurance services. The notice notes stock and property listings as of April 1, detailing agency scope and branch coverage.
The WamboYre social event held at Mepsden in aid of the Wyalong hospital was a great success with a £20 donation to be sent to the hospital committee. Donations were plentiful, expenses low, and proceeds nearly cleared. A further sum of £40 was raised in a local centre. Tennis reports note Moora Tennis Club challenging Blow Clear, with other local players active. Weather notes report rain and a cold snap, with seven points of rain on Wednesday and more expected Friday. The Fly Pest remains a daily concern for the community.
Local notes report injuries and recoveries among residents including Mr Holes in Sydney and Mrs Woutt of Eagle Farm while Mr Jack Marginy visits. Football matches feature Warker Aliew and Hogan Garw with a 47 to 0 score. Kitchen tea for Lainie Boles ends late with dancing, and a wedding for Mae Boley is announced for June 1. Weather notes mention rain and a forthcoming water-tents issue.
A garbled notice hints at Crown Land blocks and Red Spalding planning a fresh butchery business in Zugowia, promising top quality meat at low prices. It names Vanea Soldiers and GOODE as proprietors and refers to Crown Land business with unspecified terms and years.
Land sale reports Roy Squire disposing of over 21000 acres of agricultural and pastoral land. J Ryan, formerly of Cowra, purchased, with price deemed satisfactory though the property was noted for fattening. Property features include a modern homestead and conveniences. near Lachlan’s bridge to Newell’s line, the site is advantageous. Weather notes and local society items follow, including a mid-month Catholic ball and a death in Cowra.
An Australian advertisement touts Mary Chapman’s Genuine Specie hair treatment claiming to restore original hair color and reduce grey hairs. It offers free trial details, urges readers to send cash and address information to a Sydney based department suite in Falmouth Chambers.
The report notes mixed weather with earlier rain and now steady showers, 48 points tallied so far, grass and forage thriving, wool price up, rabbits scarce due to poor pelts, and local mood upbeat about pasture and hay. A meeting for the Lava Tub drew a sparse crowd, and a Saturday football match was postponed amid ongoing local concerns. Collaborative efforts for pest control and crow management are described as practiced and effective.
Minutes from Pinnacle Shire discuss road repairs from Pinnacle driftway to G Styles, water supply at Gareema, weekly mail to Cle Eden, and telephone service inquiries to Forbes and Greater Chambers of Commerce. Attendees include Messrs Sidebotham Suddington Hugtor Mitton and others. next meeting set for the 8th at 7:90 pm.
A Quandialla district notes recount a large turnout at a meeting of local clubs including Carngabul and Bellevue. Elections appointed L Hyad as president and a 6d fee per club was sanctioned to fund association work. Draws for first round games set for June 1934 with matches among Quandialla Bland Bellevue and Tringley. Weather reports note heavy rain hindering play as Trungley beat Bland away 117 to 92. Kept current with local farming remarks and a Butcher business at Quandialla thriving amid rail and market activity.
An advertisement announces a new Carter hire and lists stocked motor accessories and agency services. It notes agents for Australian Six, machinery, insurance, grain and coop services, and an up-to-date hotel offering full public accommodation.
A listing notes stock and property listings and sales across Aletrict with emphasis on an up-to-date income tax return preparation service. Hines is mentioned as a specialty in filing taxes. The item signals local commerce and professional services for residents seeking tax assistance.
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