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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 30, 1913
Page
4
Mrs Bruce Wallace and family plan to return their sincere thanks to the residents of Sand Hills as they are members of Lie G.U.0 Oldfeilah.
A garbled June ledger fragment lists multiple names and figures such as Forbes and Porbes with prices like 11 and 7.30, 7.90, 2.30, and 10.80. Also mentions Durovy halmie and J. MDOWELL with various due dates and values, plus scattered place-like terms.
The piece argues money market tightness and rising luxury demand strain economies in England America and Australia. It cites politicians ministers and officials, including Tom Johnson and Parkes-Powll, discussing funding for engines railways and municipal needs while authorities blame or fail to fund policing and sheep-destroying pests.
A 19th century children’s health note describes a remedy labeled Woeda or Great Meypormint Cure claimed to ease nighttime coughing. The item reads as a patent medicine blurb with emphasis on quick relief for families.
A carriage drawn by a large horse and a silken drag toppled near Dowling Street when the drag wheel struck the sulky wheel. Mr George Cutter and two children were in the drag. the coachman sustained injuries but appeared untroubled by damage. The horse and rig driver kept going.
Brook's Pictures owner Mr FP H Brook returns from Sydney with a contract from Spencers Limited, a top Australian importer of anima bedile wires, to represent his film enterprise. He brings star films including The Dawning, Black Panther, Lucile, Mack Mast, Kerry Gow, Mills of the Gail, and Vengeance of Durand. These pictures are drawing crowds in Sydney.
Forbes cadets facing police court on June 40 for insubordination at Forbes parade last Wednesday week. Earlier reports noted absence from parades. this new complaint cites unruly conduct and loss of control by the officer in charge.
Area Officer EJ Cook conducts a physics elite exam at Forbes adjacent schools through the week. If examinations are not completed by end of June teachers cannot claim the 4/- allowed by the Department for training each cadet. He will visit more district schools before June ends.
A local report notes metal set opposite the town hall for tomorrow’s Federal election. It recalls past “roving days” with street battles and beard pulling, but says today’s campaigns favor verbal warfare over violence as the outcome remains uncertain. Local residents reminisce while anticipating the vote.
A syndicate led by Moses A. Marrin M Hassett and H Brook locates a half share in the Brilliant Gold Mine at Thompson's Hill Forbes from Dan Boyle and Maclin Rymer. The plan is to reopen and thoroughly equip the mine with aim of profitable production and increased wealth for local residents.
Tomorrow Saturday May 1 voters across the commonwealth will decide House of Representatives Senate and Referenda. Electors mark an X for preferred candidates in the town hall polling place from 4 pm to 8 pm with results expected by 10 pm.
Rain commenced in Forbes district Wednesday night and continued at intervals into the morning. Forbes post office records show a total rainfall of 85 points. The dampening weather is noted as affecting local plans and daily activity with a generally subdued outlook for the day.
A Wednesday afternoon event at Forbes on Tyre featured plain and fancy-dress hospital dances for adults and juveniles. Enthusiasm ran high as promoters promised strong support and many sets. Mrs Richards assisted with coordinating juvenile entertainment and marshal duties.
Trustees Mesari Baldock Bates and Danvers report progress on forming a bowling club in Forbes after inspecting several sites. A public meeting to discuss the project will be held at the Albion Hotel on Wednesday night to gauge interest and present findings.
In April James Adkins was shot and wounded near Parkes by Constable Athie G. Brown after a disturbance in a criminal crimp. Investigations led authorities to lay charges of malicious wounding with intent to do bodily harm, case set to be heard at Parkes.
Messrs Moore, Brooke and Co advertise a big sale of cattle and horses to be held Wednesday at Weaver and Co yards North HM Forbes. Expect around 1000 head including various cattle types and one or two tracks of draught horses. Spring rains raise confidence of a successful sale starting at 2 pm.
Mesars Hal and Searight report the sale of 1280 acres in the Perrimungamine Estate to Mr L Lowe of Springdale Spicer's Creek. Lowe plans immediate residence and cultivation preparation. He is impressed by the Terriumungainine subdivision prospects and predicts vast cultivation potential.
On Sunday the dedication of the new presbytery and the opening of a memorial school will take place. Lordship Doctor Dutine will lay the foundation stone amid plans by Mer q and Bales. Land for the building is donated by Mr St. Staley, and tenders will be sought soon.
A city press summary notes a Povhey Progress Association deputation to the Minister for Works. They seek completion of the Forbes Stockinbingal railway beyond 33 miles, rails not yet laid. Minister says if contracts hold, 36 miles will be finished by next January. wheat growers want section ready before harvest.
The page advertises suit orders from O. Buckland and Hansard Jeweller in Forbes, with promotions of Barker Bros electroplate, reinforced concrete projects, and a call to expect new designs. It notes Excelsior Concrete and Engineering Co. agent appointments, dog registrations, and local society meetings, along with whisky, health products, and tailor services. A police funds remark frames civic duties and a forthcoming church and band events.
Mr J Dixon Rand visits Forbes as friends of Mr and Mrs W MMahon of South Lead host a surprise party Wednesday night. Aged WS died after fainting at the field. Marshall’s Brickyards Wyalona yield promising returns. R Saunders of Forbes is expected to pursue Canowindra business interests. Mrs Callaghan, formerly at Forbes, may join Sydney hotel ranks. Miss Blanche Bell gave a violin recital at Leichhardt to introduce her to Forbes audience, praised for masterful performance. Mr J Addison promoted to Albury, to be succeeded by Mr Barlow of Guading Branes. Mr Addison and family to leave Forbes late June. Mr Carb Ballart, a Forbes resident, dies at Parramatta Hospital aged 61. Funeral held at Forbes Presbyterian Cemetery. Docker dislocated wrist at Katoomba. Constable Tyndale appointed to Forbes.
Amid scattered OCR text, nominations list for Cowra Pony Races at Gowra racecourse in June appears, mentioning horses such as Highlander Nelson, Laura D, Dunedin, Lindy Argomelte, and Lady Vargas among others, with several garbled names and places. The fragmentary source preserves event context and participant surnames but lacks coherent dates, results, or complete entry details.
Sydney market update from Homebush yard shows prices down ten shillings per 100 pounds with best beat noted at 25 seconds. Telegraphic copy is garbled but indicates a price drop and bid.
The state executive has authorized the treasury to raise 740,000 pounds on surghoride in London for general purposes. My Cain saw the money for LOCOMATTY CE has not been specially cut apart.
A fragmentary Sydney Friday report notes Mr Grimeh stating no demand for engines and Johnsons stance on a surprise move. The piece hints government involvement and potential consequences if revived.
Melbourne reports that the Department of External Affairs says a German government decree prohibits all foreign doctors from practicing in Germany. The note frames this as a significant restriction affecting medical professionals abroad.
Broken Hill workers face wage losses after a mining incident affecting operations. Synday and Priday report a downturn in productivity and financial strain on the workforce amid ongoing oiling and safety concerns at the site.
An OCR fragment notes Sydney organiser for the fous oil hellevas and a broader theme about Australia facing widespread troubles. The passage hints at political or social unrest and the need to address public concerns with a focus on leadership and organization.
A damaged clipping reports a poisoning scare connected to dampers eaten by Sydney residents. The text mentions Ardaye and mhred as individuals, notes a mistake with misused baking powder in the damper, and implies multiple persons were affected during the incident.
Melbourne report on the Victorian Legislative Council nomination process shows twelve retiring members were elected. Details are fragmentary with unclear names and positions due to OCR issues on the source page. The text references Melbourne and parliamentary activity around the council elections.
Synley reports that Judge Docker fell from a vehicle while tending fires at the Blue Mountains centenary celebration. He dislocated his shoulder but is reported stable.
A fragmentary weather note from Friday in Sydney indicates heavier showers. The brief mentions meteorological indicators and possible rain in Sydney and nearby areas.
A brief note from Friday reports government railway construction works in Sydney. The article mentions possible delays and the impact on nearby districts as authorities plan extensive track and station upgrades. No concrete dates or official names are clearly readable.
A chaotic fragment from a Brisbane page mentions a 19 year old individual named Pearlie Leéitheratt involved in a motor accident with Henry Junetlon as a witness. The text is garbled but hints at a shooting incident and immediate reactions across the river with Burney noted.
Rev. W. F. Quices, a well known Methodist minister, died yesterday at Newcastle after illness. Bronchial coughs were mentioned in the clipped notice, referencing Woods' Great Peppermint Cure as a product cited in the source text.
London reports detail amid war news. Simla golf greens dug up at night bearing Votes for women. Italian Arab fighting south of Dorna shows 20007 Italian casualties with 60 officers. Rome humiliated by delays in Canada aid. Sarajevo and Servia tensions rise as Albanian issue cited. 100,000 Servians feared missing at Piat.
The ceremony to declare the new Presbytery at St Lawrence’s Church Forbes will be held on Sunday by His Lordship the Right Reverend Blehoy Dunne of Bathurst. The function includes an Ampreaslys and a large gathering is expected with a noted preacher.
Notice orders all traveling stock to present at Carrawobitty head station for necessary choices. Address Forbes, telephone 125. Orwell B Patterson, Manager.
New Wire-Netting once, 14 alloy from Forbes. Apply BOWARD WEAVER CO.
Grain and livestock terms appear garbled but indicate a rental listing for pasture or grazing land near New Grenfell Road and V. Ridley, with references to horses cattle and hens. Readable fragments mention water access and possible rental terms though specifics are unclear.
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