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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1912
Page
2
The 18th Sunday after Trinity services list Forbes at 11 am and 7 40 pm Grove 0H CELYOtt's 3 pm Rev W Thomson Bedgerabong Mam Burrawang 7 80 pm Rev A J Gardner conduct at Burrawang with local prayers and notices for the Anglican parishes.
The Forges Advocate announces Tuesday and Friday afternoon issues with quarterly rates for subscriptions and book advertisements. Rates show 60 per quarter for basic a bookled, with layout details and space charges. Proprietors are WNHill Bros.
A compact summary from Jottings Goa recounts a public mutiny plot halted by authorities, Forbes meeting delays, a special sale of horses at Conobolin, and local notices. It also notes whisky promotions, school events, Redwine contest plans, and river conditions along with dog registration deadlines and a carriage accident near Hansard’s.
Forbes reported the Jomulong Shire Council recently purchased a spring mounted road vehicle with Fowler pattern engine and accompanying trucks. In local church news John’s Church of England admitted 14 members. A wedding of John Osborne and Miss Ver occurred with ceremony by Rev A J Gardner. The Wellington raceweek saw Pine Park, a money favorite, fail to win the Spring Tan cap. Court heard cases on discipline of youths, with Officer Cook praised for urging registration. Forbes to host Mrs Margaret Goona from Tennessee, and fashion tailors promote new lines while regional trades advertise goods and services amid a busy community week.
The Local Lands Board reports on timberland and woodlands projects with figures including 27,688 for post wood and mentions recommendations to the Minister for Lands for public works and improvements to be approved.
Master Flannery reports a red chequered homing pigeon found Sunday morning in a Hotel Australia parlor. The bird, likely misled by chimney soot, carries a brass ring dated 1810 and a rubber tag marked 608. The owner is urged to claim the bird by identifying these markings.
A disorderly incident occurred in Eugowra during the Meek event on Thursday, with reports of public unrest and a clash between locals and authorities. Details remain unclear but authorities urge calm as investigations proceed.
Fragmentary rainfall data noting daily measurements and totals for the month. The text shows inconsistent spellings and garbled words but indicates values such as eleven days of rainfall and a total nearby allegedly 957 inches marked across wet days. The passage references months including February and mentions other months vaguely.
Report of a henile championship at Forbes Harriers Club where the race was run in the dark. Several named runners and teams competed, with O'Brien and Beilplacing noted, a near finish for Furor, and a late program planned at the Hotel Australia.
The town notes Public Works Committee member Vou. W. Robon attended the week’s sessions and carried his ministerial duties to the polls. H A Taylor of Woodbine-Hundaburen travels to Sydney. J P Beckett returns to Yass after a three week family visit. Maurice Lynch of Wongaons to take a Lands Department role at Orange. George Coombe suffers a painful attack, with symptoms described. various officials and staff related to land, education, and public service are listed alongside local happenings including a funeral, a hospital admission, and community events.
A Saturday practice and trophy shoot at Forbes Rifle Club featured the Light Horse range. Competitors Jennings Jenkinson and C Shieyiniston excelled, with A F Onippin close behind by a single point.
100 000 sheep at Burrawang station near Forbes faced a modern shed upgrade to improve efficiency and comfort. The old shed, once hub of annual shearing events, gave way to a new layout with improved water, ventilation, and machinery under contract to Dolsety and Co. The narrative recalls past crowds and a bustling wool trade, with references to the Tarrawong area and local transportation links.
A crowned house witnessed a varied display of pictures on Friday night at the new public hall. Two prizes were awarded to Nellie Gorman and Maxtund, with another screening planned. The star feature titled Coohe and the Beko will be shown.
A large gold nugget was found on Sunday in Templar Street near the Federal Hotel by Mr Charles Jones. The nugget weighed about ten ounces and was pressed flat by many cart wheels before being picked up.
A disrupted Liberal association meeting in Pines Rover featured organizer Mrs Ragan presenting plans for a women’s branch. Officials announced officers including president and treasurer, with remarks on strength and readiness for future campaigns amid a shaken gathering.
A damaged report describes a Masonic installation in Forbes at 1 PM with officers named including Master LPO Wor and others. The ceremony followed by a ball in the town hall and a gathering of Travellers and attendees from Parkes Goulbikin Blayney Peak and Victorian ties.
Sydney reports state revenue returns for September show an 8 comparative increase of LA9697 and for the quarter an increase of £148,654, indicating improving fiscal performance.
Twewny Archbishop Wright spoke in favor of compulsory training under the Defense Act. The Bynod, aligning with Anglican principles, backed the measure as a national security necessity.
The Victorian revenue for the past quarter shows a comparative decrease of 17505 pounds. Melbourne officials report lower intake in the latest financial period, signaling a tighter revenue position for the state.
Sydney Tuesday evangelist Mr Dean refutes claims by Rev Yarrine regarding opium dens in the city, asserting alleged presence and dangers persist. District authorities and community leaders have urged caution as public concern grows.
Railway Commissioner Mr Torwe, citing Kelly's complaint, says new concession tickets were broken or unavailable, hindering attendance at annual church conferences. He argues tickets should be available to enable slaves to travel for religious gatherings.
A Melbourne report notes the Tuesday session discussing the Macawthy Bonus Bill. Lawmakers warned that provisions affecting morals threaten society and urged consideration of the dangers linked to marriage.
A burglar was caught by police on Lad street this morning after being surprised by an officer who discharged a pistol. The suspect surrendered as two safes were forced open and valuables disrupted in a disorderly scene.
Fragmentary notice describes a government contract with Hoskins. It mentions supply of wood walls and metal plates and references a tense trading row in Melbourne on Tuesday. Pointer entities include Hoskins and Melbourne authorities.
Sydney Tuesday report notes officials consider drink traffic a concern as last year saw 2 400 convictions for drunkenness. Names Wrebbishop Welet and Kis are cited in discussing public health and enforcement, while voices call for stricter controls on liquor sales and public behavior.
Federal authorities consider allowing hospitals to serve as polling booths as part of an election logistics plan in Melbourne. The proposal aims to ease access for voters and ensure ballot casting during voting periods. Hospital administrators weighed the implications for patient care and security.
A fragmentary Sydney report notes a deadly massacre near a coastal station, with limited legible details about the attackers, location, and casualties. The text mentions nearby islands and a punitive or violent event occurring within minutes of a station, but many words are garbled.
This morning's GalLop meet at Sydney describes events at Ronde wielo with Soquarionx and Maveraee winning the mile for a close finish. Burley Water and Tantathe led their heats. Plaster Went Jacunae and others posted times, while Fors Forbes entries and late results appear in racing notes.
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