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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 02, 1920
Page
2
A crowded classified page lists multiple notices including second hand commodities for sale such as corn, herbs, and kitchenware, along with employment ads for cooks and piano movers. Tenders invite wheat carting from Little Caraxabal area. sale and hiring details mention dates, locations, and prices. postal and hotel references appear with incomplete names and places.
An unclear OCR fragment promotes funds and high returns with probate notes and an information relay from a travelling agent. It mentions buying and selling goods such as wheat and chaff bags, sugar, corn, and gas, with references to prices, suppliers, and a box address. The text is garbled and difficult to parse.
Afr W Rath reports to the commons ranger that in the past fortnight 99,260 ahwep 2,106 cattle and there crowded the common The stock inspector Me Dowking warns about patterns in growing soil and poné farmer wives and marry it was a botanical specimen due to its pretty flower
A Sundayish social gathering hosted by the church features a musical program and a variety of entertaining items. Ad Harris and a committee invite attendees to an evening event with competitions and light refreshments.
The Patvcchial Council of St. Jon's Church of England seeks permission to use a section of Lachlan Bureet for building, with later plans for offices. The matter was before the Municipal Council on Friday night and information on rights of way was discussed. Donations for the live poultry act use are requested, with contact to Strauf, D. Bwoet, president, or Ryle E, lawn, hon secretary to arrange transit of nominations.
Samuel Rogers pleaded guilty and faced a heavy fine or six months for using a weapon belonging to Frank Wack Forbes unit LY or town for damaging a hole owned by Thomas Evans of Bachursy Cony of rount. Sydney Potter, charged in the second case, was defended by Mr J Molovey and discharged.
Tom Alix presents The Feud at the Strand Theatre tomorrow night a stirring romance set in bold days with men in charge. Mary Mites showcases a charming innocent girl role while Kate Lo Mo Laurin’s Eyes of Tutte and a comedy The Fly Cop complete the bill plus Terror Inland comes next week starring Marty Howlin.
A snooker tournament begins this week at Mr J Tell’s billiard saloon on Rankin Street with a prize of one pound for first place and one shilling for second. Nominations received total around £ and the draw for the first round will appear in the same column.
A meeting at Eugowra last Saturday discussed wheat transport and storage tactics. Farmers agreed to deduct a portion of wheat from deliveries to Canowindra and to send a deputation to the Canowindra Wheat Hoard for a full report on the meeting.
A wedding occurred at St Stephens Preavyterian Shared with Fy Maher of Greendale and a groom from Port Mrcquari. Rev Pendelton Bewart officiated as guests and attendants described. The bride wore ivory crepe and georgette with orange blossom decor and a bouquet of carnations. bridesmaids wore white crepe de chine with blue sashes. Reception followed at Liley’s Cato and the couple departed in a travelling case set. bride and groom share family ties to Mrs GOS Hawke and Mr A Cantello Dedman.
Numerous residents gathered Friday for a Forbes municipal council meeting to discuss lease actions and local ownership themes. Farther events noted include A Welf-Kiuayyn 70H and the Jubawin family, Andrew Jobin’s carnival visit, and a river-side social at Vyohan with guests from Forbes and nearby districts.
A garbled local page lists vendors and prices with scattered items such as wheat, fabrics, and tools. It mentions auctions and repairs, with vague references to water, weather, and a shop opening, all in a muddled narrative reflecting a busy trading district.
A detailed account traces Major Ball’s decline after a South African War service, his mistaken identity with a major in the town park smoking a cigar, the fatal wound, and the inquest findings. The tale covers his wealth, business ventures, and a somber end amid public curiosity.
Local club prepares for tomorrow’s bowls event marking the season’s start. Officials expect strong attendance if weather is favorable as Orange players including Blears, Bartle, Bernascents, Fleming, and Grenfell stand by. Trial games and afternoon tea planned with Worship the Slayer granted opening ceremony.
A frazzled OCR list details musical exam candidates across senior intermediate and junior divisions at St Joseph's Convent in London. Notable names include Thelmi Chong 75, Olga Hannaford 68, Nellie Mellaugh, and Mollie Devine 72, with piano and violin performances noted and preparatory recitals scheduled Friday and Saturday. The entries frame a lively school event showcasing young singers and instrumentalists, with emphasis on individual pupils and their instruments.
A garbled notice reports a planned professional visit by H A Barraclough of Syungy Atelyeme and Nesvounly to the town on a Tuesday in November. The text mentions London University links and BLU, with warnings to verify qualifications. It also references a tragic incident involving a child shot near Vandenberg Hotel, followed by hospital transport and testimonies.
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