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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Oct 01, 1918

Page

3

Fire at Vorhas prompts cooling and export crate blaze

A lengthy blaze near Vorhas on Friday diverted firemen to Derooberge mont work where crates of abal lis were stored in a freezing chamber. Firemen suspect a short circuit caused the outbreak, with flames seen in a chamber containing thousands of crates awaiting export. No one was in the room, and firefighters controlled the scene after hours of effort.

Vorhas Derooberge Mont Proton Kwax Co Ott WW & Tan Snellen Amoke Amit Hart

Weddin Shire Council Holds Monthly Meeting

The Weddin Shire Council met on a Saturday with reports of road and boundary work. Maintenance across Cowra Young Forbes Himmt and minor runs was noted, with contractor Hiner to address boundary delays and an arrears collection plan of £1100.

Coun Weudin H. Piles Tuo Oneimeer Young Forbes Fitch Jaffriee Juma Fone Weddin Shira Hiner Sae Aunrages J. Chent Carrazabal Boen DiEpEad Hille Te Wae Atepy Vincent Wae G Caldwell Apilteil Cue Namarre Quandialla Peiraio Morrow Cheaue Hyde Greenthorpe

Forbes Notes and Local Meetings Amid Weather Blues

Local column reports Forbes entries show late September rainfall heavy and a poor month for Forbes sport, with statements on council meetings and upcoming events. Mentions for Bespoke Pastures Protection Board, shorn stock prices, and market details with traders and transport notes amid changing conditions.

Income Tax Defaulters Hit by State Authority

The Department of Taxation prosecutes defaulters across the state for neglected income tax returns. Officials report totals from the North Coast case and broader state actions, with fines and proceedings to follow as cases are prepared for court.

Sydney Jon Ettaguanta Jeni God God Mauieon Sarver Alma Ben

St Joseph's Boys School Class Roll Call

The fragment lists students and class standings across seventh to third class at St Joseph's Boys School. Names include Tom Gavin, John Voune, Harold Moloney, Luke M Downel, Aubrey M Mahon, Lea Kelly, Herbert Blaxland, Willie Youns, Willie Ryan, Norman Malcolm, Hedley Rain, Mirbert Smith, Len McCann, Jack Lee, and Billie Byng among others. The text appears as an OCR snippet of internal class order and student mentions.

Tom Gavin John Voune Duck Lawler Harold Moloney Luke M'Downel Harry Aumahon Aubrey M'Mahon Ray Cunpingham FIETH Lea Kelly Herbert Blaxland Willie Youns Willie Ryan Cor Moloney Norman Malcolm Hedley Rain Mirbert Smith Len M'Cann Jack Lee Oriver Twist, Ltd Becks Gay Timd Plass Wille Raab Marald Cowell Ternard Traveg Tae Huriew Rerela Rothard Billie Byng

Wool and skins trade thrives in Forbes store turnover

The firm of Maser Auaten and Prattoy has expanded a wool and skins operation in Forbes, moving from previous owners Theals Me C Prov. The new store, once a general store, now specializes in wool, sheepskins, hides, tallow, and related goods, with Austen and Pratley guiding the enterprise.

Maser Auaten Prattoy Promiaes Die West Walt Wat Thome Bros Mesara Unten and Pratley Noah Mestry Ausien Prate

War Tank Visit At Forbes Draws Crowds Friday

A local event in Forbes featured a visiting war tank to showcase at the town's thoroughfare. Officials promoted a fundraising appeal tied to the display, with talk of demonstrations and a plan to use proceeds for future defense needs. Residents were invited to attend Friday afternoon demonstrations and hearings about the venture.

Meeting on welcoming returning soldiers in Forbes district

A public meeting at the county chambers discussed preparations to welcome soldiers returning after four years of war. Alderman Bates urged readiness while Captain Boddy offered to publish base records and names of those coming home. A patriotic committee was formed to organize the welcome with a meeting planned for Saturday at three o clock.

Forbes Anisea J. 1 Bates Bone Honora Osborne Hhey Boddy Maltiourné Pan Te Atau HE. Barlow T. M. Bunn

Trinity College Exams List of Candidates and Honors

The Trinity College London exam results list candidates across various grades with scores and honors. Notable names include Eileen Byrne, Agnes Franks, Mary Cannel, Molly Madman, Nancy Meritt, Nellie Weaver, Linda Woodhouse, Kitty Petersenson, Hiya Strickland, and Lorin Hullock among others with honors or passes noted.

Eld London Myerscough Eileen Byrne Aleing Agnes Franks Tree Chong Thtermediate Vauoen Nancy Meritt Nellie Weaver Winging Linda Woodhausa Ninemsn Nellie Meaveh II Bannin Hoveen Freda Ivers Toluyee AA Amare Kitty Peltereson Byrios Honoray

Readable yet fragmented Commercial News update

The report covers livestock markets, prices for cattle and sheep, and notes on market activity and buyers. It mentions holiday schedules, production terms, and price trends with mixed shifts, including higher bids on some items and cautious demand across districts.

Tragic hospital tale of Private Michael Casey in Ireland

A damaged account describes Private Michael Casey in a hospital ward in England, awaiting fate as a grieving wife from Ireland visits his bedside. The piece shifts between mourning, medical details, and wartime scenes, portraying the emotional toll on soldiers and spouses.

Ireland Millitary England Yer Hasan Mychael Casey Bool Michael Enroy Michael Casey Sonia

Public Meeting on War Loan Tank Sunset Visit

A public meeting to discuss the War Loan Tank Sunset visit will be held at Town Hall Tuesday afternoon at 4. Attendees include representatives from the Several Committee T Lopeul and W Mills Joint Hon Sees to receive and arrange future actions.

Lopeul W Mills

O'Brien-Hay's Pastry Shop Promotes Local Bake Sale

In Town readers learn Mrs O Brien Hay offers pastry confections at Laehian Street near Keyli's Pharmacy. The notice highlightsMealy and retrauhments fresh daily with clean, neat service and specialty features listed at the same address. Telephone 242.

Romina O'Daten Laehian

In Memoriam Claude Thayard

IW MEMORIAM. In loving memory of our darling son and brother Claude Thayard. Read lines and prayers mark our sorrow as we recall his gentle, steadfast heart and the life we shared together.

1, Darling & Son Tub Enmnitigen Wenron

In Memoriam Schultz by Family Members

In loving memory of our dear mother Ayevala Soujer who died September 20 1910 Gone But Not Forgotten dear mother thy loving hands shall toll no more Rest gently sleep as long as memory lasts Inverted by her loving son daughter and son in law Louis Waller and Rosa and Fred Sayers

Louis Waller Rosa Fred Sayers

Wanted Good Smart Farmhand for Rabbit Doss Apply

Wanted reliable farmhand at Tregatana Station Forbes. Man work, with experience at Sopiy J B Reymond & Sons Farbss. Apply to manager for award rate.

Sopiy J.B Reymond & Sons Tha Mis Tregatana Station Forbes

Notice of strict prosecution for trespass and shooting

Adverson warns that persons found trespassing or involved in shooting will be prosecuted without respect to persons. All monetary permissions cancelled. A. Harrison, Manager, Dogaligal records official notice.

A. Iarrison Dogaligal

For Sale New Hudson Storer Cycle Offer

For sale a New Hudson Storer Cycle described as a perfect offer. It has run about 400 miles and in December 1917 reportedly consumed 125 miles per gallon of petrol. For price and other particulars apply Phil Holyer Raine Street.

Trespass Notice Enforced at Chudsery Street Site

Seventy trespassers were warned on the Chudsery Street site with intent to prosecute those found shooting or trespassing. Permissions canceled. Robinson Bros. issued notices on September 19, 1948.

Local Repatriation Committee Meeting Scheduled

A notice announces a meeting of the Local Repatriation Committee to be held at 3 P.M. on Thursday next in the Jomalong Shira Founel Chanter Ludldan Stradk Forbes. The schedule appears garbled but indicates an October date and involved parties Cre Lepes Mpa Bee.

Jomalong Shira Founel Chanter Ludldan Stradk Forbes Cre Lepes Mpa Bee

Grain Company Ledger Notice From Anns Creek

A fragmented notice mentions grain company ledgers and stock actions with references to Prarch Wy HLto and Avigomenta at Anns Chick Wheat. The garbled text includes names and terms like Binder Twine and Cormmiska-Tormy, suggesting a historical auction or financial record of grain dealers and related agents.

Prarch & Wy Lou Asehis Avigomenta Anns

Forbes P. A. Association announces sales and exhibits

A distressed OCR fragment reports Forbes P. A. and OM Association details about allocations for sustenance, prizes, and exhibition terms. It mentions donations totaling £191 and £620 plus other funds, with deadlines of three months before entries close and appointment of officials to oversee judging and distribution of proceeds.

Seventh War Loan public meeting details announced

Official canvassers report on the Seventh War Loan outlines how to invest and donate to the fund. The notice invites the public to attend a meeting and receive full particulars, with contact points for inquiries and participation.

Soturany

George Roth and Row Raskin Street Forbes

Local listing shows contact George Roth and Row Raskin Street Forbes with phone 5 6 for inquiries about services.

George Roth & Row Raskin Street Forbes

Unclear OCR Listing of Furniture and Goods

Fragmentary notice lists furniture and goods with numerous garbled terms and prices. It references plates and large quantities and urges purchase before a stated sale date, but details are unreadable.

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