This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 23, 1920
Page
2
Fragmented OCR lists job offers and events for a grand open air fair. Includes ground floor occupier notices at a building, motor garage tenants, and multiple hiring ads for carpenters and drivers. Also mentions a charity or church event with a children's pageant and prize draws across several evenings.
A fragmentary account in the Advocate details a Forbes gas incident with vivid, alarming imagery. The narrative recalls a deadly atmosphere, a lethal chamber, and fearful, corpse-like figures as the scene unfolds during the 20th century event.
A Saturday afternoon gathering at Grenfell aims to form a local branch of the Australian Farmers Union. A music selection will precede the event, with the Model Band performing at Victoria Park tonight at eight o'clock.
A Sunday blaze at Burrawang destroyed about tup acres of taus with Willlog helpers arriving from surrounding places. By six the flames threatened structures, and a large fire Dentere crew fought the inferno. A countertest mentions Mrs O'Brien Noy's shape, while business notices warn of risks and advise caution to local traders.
The Forbes Graziers Association held a meeting yesterday with Mr W presiding and JW Alien as secretary. The council noted shearing difficulties and answered questions, while Mr Allen led a hearty vote favoring Hawks. A sample of wheat grown on Mr Jobst Shir’s Weddin View property impressed attendees, and crossing issues with a crossing at Dees were discussed. The crop outlook shows a patch of Creal wheat and a small stand of AGH ore, with planting by Mr Shaw and a suggestion to name new wheat “Tigger.”
A Strand theater program details a Paramount Arcraft Royalty production adapted from JM Bargle's The Admirable Crich on. The show features a dramatic plot with mistaken identities and flirtations, highlighting a London stenographer, a Senator, and a scheming duo amid a double bill with Leave It to Me.
Applications with copies of references enclosed will be reviewed by the designated secretary. Positions include Probationary Nurse with salary £28 per annum and Junior Nurse with at least 12 months experience starting at £20. Closing date New November 3.
The notice cites a life office with assets around 41,000,000 and strong reserves. It promises high bonuses and mentions a probate policy released by E. Hy Treat, traveling agent, P.O. Box 28, Young.
A special meeting of the congregation at Andrew Presbyterian Church is called for Sunday November 24 at 7 40 p m after the Maly Communion. The object is call to a minister. Faithful attendance requested. Preacher Roy F Mealpine of Parker to preside.
A fragmented note lists seed types and prices including Sudan Graze Bren 1/54 to here Amber Cant Seed 58a to Sydney Lucerne Seed 270 to here Whight Heaton & Co Forbes, indicating a market brief with multiple firms and commodities.
Vague notes from Stockinbineal discuss expected rail carriage to Wirringa Pullahodku Caracahal Quandialla and similar towns. Officials say end mall contracts must expire before cost fits, prompting questions about road hinges and Grenfell routes versus rail. Local chamber of commerce faces delays amid shifting transport prospects.
An aeroplane named Voxter type and built for observation is described as en route to the Gulf of Carpentaria. Owned by Mossry MacPherson Brothers of Longreach with pilot R Graham Carey of Melbourne air service aboard. The craft, Mytod, uses a 80 n(? ) steam engine. details indicate extensive camera work and aerial photography in the Forbes district.
A chaotic report outlines a proposed transfer of management for South Circle Park to the Merente and Civicone associations. The text claims changes would boost school children’s playgrounds, improve funding, and shift council support away from perceived neglect.
Deputation from western Setent visited Sydney to press for improved conditions. The Shipping Moor refused changes citing fixed agreement with Whorf Board. Deputation argued the amount would not permit a rise in country agent allowances. Agents declined to relent and threatened action. outcome uncertain as matter of alignment remains unsettled.
The committer of Forbes Caledonian Bootety met on Friday to plan the annual sports on Anniversary Day. Progress noted on recruiting new members and confirming roles, with continued discussion of future events and society activities at Forhin.
Fragmented OCR summary notes a Forbes Bowling Club member roster and rising numbers. It mentions historical context, a march of progress, and potential record marks for women in the club, with emphasis on increasing participation and popularity at the club’s main institution in Porhas.
Fragmented OCR advert lists prices and items such as underwear and boots with references to shops like Winchcambhe Carson Ltd and Pratley’s. It mentions various fabrics, stock items, and a suggestion to order from suppliers, reflecting a busy retail scene with monetary figures and product names. The tone mirrors period catalog prose.
Forbes district notes recount social and personal movements including Rog Coward of Currawablt, transport to an extended medical leave, surveyor John Hroughton, and notable Forbes visitors. Mentions of Mr Lachlan Kennedy Warroo, A. J. Rowler, and Mr Davigne reflect town clerks’ office activities, local commerce, and family visits. Also notes gifts to New South Wales Rupnes Keno and contemporary schooling plans for Vernon W. Trant, with military service details for local residents including Mr Putter of Falters Theatre and ex-soldier Mr Strawberry.
Court session at Forbes this morning included discussion of the tonowing auctioneers scene. Participants named include W. Crouke, Keane, A. Garnsey, W. J. Barton, AB Weaver, J B Butler, K Weaver, and Hedgeratong. Proceedings referenced Forbes staff and local figures.
Francis Eugone Bitten faced a remand on a bigamy charge. The case, titled Conmiable Kreutzer versus Bitten, moves to Beinbano where proceedings will be heard.
Fragmentary article notes people at Salisbury swimming area. mentions appointment as car agent for At. B Motors and questionable wrecked goods. References to a writ against the Advocate and a 5000 pound claim from a conference in Orange. mixed local notices and market references with distorted spellings.
On Monday evening at 7 pm Edward Slanity Minn and Miss Clara Pint were wed at Molouk Catholic Church by Rev Father Lawler. The bride wore white crepe with matching jewelry. she was given away by her brother-in-law J. Penaley. Ada Dunn, sister of the bridegroom, was bridesmaid in georgette and tulle. The couple plan to reside in Motone after a celebratory reception with toasts and gifts.
The telegram from Sydney notes the Federal Government weighing a plan to fund higher education for children of deceased and permanently disabled workers. Capital outlay at Cock Layal Dockyard since Commonwealth takeover stands at £128,009 with 1919-20 administration costs around £15,000. Wage rules proposed by the Federal Commission include Perth 5/6 weekly and Melbourne 5 7 16 5, with nationwide rates set under underground costs. Mr Hughes says Commonwealth wages will rise by seven to ten million pounds per year, while employers’ representatives back the plan with minor dissent.
Local Forbes Chamber of Commerce debates the South Lachlan railway proposal with opposition, backing the Bowth Lachlan line instead. Motion supporting Bowth Lachlan was carried as the column notes past grievances, with cautious reluctance toward any revival of the earlier plan. Affected regions include Evgowra and Chiroubalgig, and the piece mentions changes in local sentiment and recent public events. The report references a public demonstration and a swimming hole at Salisbury and notes limited signs of broader progress.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.