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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 05, 1920
Page
4
Bob Jones formerly of Alf takes over the Bogan Gate Hotel and runs it on the Best Lines Special Cuisine with labelled liquors, good accommodation, and full attention to travellers. J J Moloney Commission Agent. Trundle Phone 60.
J Matheson announces he has taken over the Post Office Hotel in Eugowra from J J Sinderberg and asks continued support. The inn now offers only top brand liquors and the best accommodation for travelers, maintaining the predecessor’s standard of service.
J Matheson proprietor operates monthly stock auctions and general commission business. Gus M'Namara is auctioneer and local agent for Liverpool and London and Globe Insurance Co. Active sales include stock lots and policy arrangements for Fira and Haoti.
Advertisement listing Wheatley and Martel Auctioneers as general commission agents offering insurance work stock and property listing on application. Agencies include Massey Harris machinery Clutterbuck Bros engines and chaff cutters Paton Burne Manara Northern Assurance.
GOOLAGONG From our own Correspondent A cricket match chased the Logan Cup as Warraderry faced defeat with J Stack and J Heath absent. L Hodge took eight wickets for thirteen, including a hat trick, while F Jones claimed seven for 68 for Warraderry. Gillett and Dwyer built 80 plus for Goolagong, and the home side folded Warraderry for 34. J Graham top-scored for Goolagong with 44, while Hodge’s bowling sealed the victory.
A historical notice identifies LES HOAD as a stock station and general forwarding agent. The entry records his professional role and business designation within the transport and logistics sector.
Quandialla representative for the Farmers and Grazier Co operative Grain Insurance and Agency Co Limited conducted business for the company in wheat buying, produce, wool and related closures. Orders recorded for harvest needs including twine, corn sacks, wool packs, oil and more. Also agent for Sunshine Machinery and the Victorian Fertiliser Association.
A Bedgerabong community hospital fundraiser featured stalls selling raffles and produce, an auction, sports events, and a grand ball. Volunteers, auctioneer Mr Noakes, and hospital committee members supported a day that raised about 460 pounds amid food, music, and dancing into the night.
From our own Correspondent a severe windstorm struck Quandialla Tuesday night causing little crop damage due to absence of rain. Hay cutting is widespread with some farmers finishing heavy yields. An earlier sowing of dan grass now towers above ground as valuable fodder for dry weather. The Show Society held a well attended meeting with accounts and prize money approved, forecasting a profit around £40 for the new society. A gift evening is planned for Miss Constance Levack before her marriage to W. Klorf of Aland. Summer heat brings creeks as a boon to locals, though two elderly men warned by an afternoon dip near Burrangong Creek.
A Saturday tennis match at Bedgerabong court saw Bedgerabong edge Carraboblin in a tight affair to decide the shes for 1920. Scoring swung, final sets showed Bedgerabong leading from start to finish amid a day of spirited, friendly rivalry with many noted players and results listed for the day.
A description extols OC as the best non alcoholic beverage for home use. It claims distinctive flavor with a bite like spirits and satisfying palate pleasing many. asserts world wide sales as proof of popularity.
Sunday November events include Forbes services at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Daroobalgie hosts 3.16 p.m. Forbes also features 7.30 p.m. Rev. Harry Haynes leads Yameena service with Mr. W Ridley. Mr. W B Campbell to conduct 3 p.m. session.
The Trundle stores have been installed in new and up-to-date premises at the heart of Trundle. The move marks a modernization effort to boost shopping comfort and accessibility for local residents and visitors.
Local hotel ad announces E. L. Jones offering enhanced dining and bar services with modern comforts, inviting patrons to enjoy a well appointed establishment featuring quality liquors and attentive service.
Stock and property particulars on application. Local agents for the Northern Assurance Company list Hood and Broderick handling fire, Hall glonen, live stock and accident insurance.
Eugowra district and travellers hear that Club House Hotel A Laneyrle has taken over the old establishment from Mr C L Morton. The new management pledges to run the house on the best lines with good table and stabling including 20 loose boxes for horses.
New Car for Hire. Oil petrol and all motor accessories stocked. Agencies include Dalgetty Co Wolseley Shearing Machines Allas Assurance Co B and B Cycles and Motors Fortescue IXL Windmills Repairs carried out. Phone 16 day or night.
Leo H. Bell announces takeover of Moonbie Hotel and pledges adherence to public standards while serving top wines beers and spirits. He aims to attract patrons with quality offerings and fair share of patronage.
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