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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1927
Page
9
A jumble of notices lists good men wanted, branding details, addresses, and rewards. Names include A Pritchard and Jor Rathl Currier with phone hints. Misc mentions Turkey Hens and Cobblers, Fur Tull puzzles, and real estate or land offers with scattered locations.
Notice describes sale of James Simson Farm near Orange including 120 acres growing crop, well fenced, permanent water from creeks and springs, good soil and pasture, with canobolas region reference. Asking price £10 per acre and details for Sheehan at 60 Byng Street.
Services listed for Worbes at 11 am and 7 1 pm with Sunday School at 9 am and prayers by Rev J T Thorburn and Rev RG Cruikshank. Church of England parish of St John holds services including Holy Communion and Evensong led by Rev Weston. Anniversary celebrations noted with special singing by children and address by Rev J Poxall. Back numbers of The Forher Adt offered for sale.
The Rogerson family thank Dr Hale and Vite nursing staff of Crombie Hiaplal for their care and sympathy after a bereavement. They express heartfelt thanks to friends for prayers and support during this difficult time.
Local branch Me RB. & 84. Lengua arranging poppy sales for Armistice Day with president Shaw Richmond overseeing duties. Also details electrical wiring and installation requirements to ensure work passes UL inspection as part of church project.
A strange incident at the Presbyterian Church left the grounds altered after a cow wandered in on Sunday, damaging a palm plant and startling the community. The ornate palm, described as a sign of twenty four years of growth, was left with the scene of the disturbance as workers began clearing the mess.
A garbled recount follows Counting Daniel as he references a Chevrolet truck purchase. Ted Sullivan, a local dealer, is mentioned amid messy chatter about payment, earnings, and a production event. The piece hints at a sale or promotion with various dates and prices interwoven with promotional chatter. The document preserves names like Ted Sullivan and Amable Alfred as central figures.
Town Clerk reports on electric light line extension at Weir with council considering immediate action. Poles are being erected and costs tied to upgrading infrastructure. electric committee to meet soon to decide responsibilities and timetable for work. Proceedings reference contractor costs and proposal for prompt interviewing.
At the opening of Country Week golf in Kensington on Tuesday Stan Gale suffered misfortune in two incidents. He endured a heavy setback and was splashed by a misfortune that ruined his attire, prompting the sorrowful remark that his day was off to a bad start. The article hints at formal proceedings and a ceremonial Armistice Dinner linked to the event, with plans extended into November.
Fragmentary account describes Mr Don Wallace in a public gathering where a heated moment led to a spontaneous remark. The crowd reacted with laughter and nearby voices called for clarity as the speaker urged a quick response.
Fragmented OCR item describes a voting day setup with polling booths, polling staff, and supervision. Mentions Fernonalities and references Mr Kaw Ford as supervisor and Mr Murphy as poll clerk. Lists several named figures and roles, including election staff and observers, as part of a historical polling scene.
A garbled report outlines a railway commissioner's visit on the eighteenth, detailing discussions of authority, inspection procedures, and potential reforms. It mentions Minister of Railways and local dignitaries, and hints at procurement and service standards, with emphasis on ensuring honest, efficient railway operation. No clear outcomes or dates beyond the stated day.
A garbled column lists funeral arrangements and attendees for residents including Aldermen Crippin and a Mr. Tow Me, with services led by Rev. and local church officials. It notes interment at a local cemetery and references the fate of various attendees and workplaces in a disrupted text block.
Fragmentary advertisement listing various goods and vendors including hats cloths pillows and related items. Mentions a street market location on Tanbin Street and Bathaate’s, with scattered phrases about water and activity, suggesting a bustling but unclear sale event.
The Town Clerk reports endowment costs of 700 pounds and a yearly council contribution near 700, with details from the Ramity Ardowr account and work by Counts employees. The report notes protection work and that no act allows compensation for the work already done.
Doctor William Hodgson Bouman died at his Parkes residence on a Wednesday morning after suffering from influenza that developed into pneumonia. Born in Koleo, Scotland, over 50 years ago, he spent years serving Parkes and surrounding towns. He was a respected rural physician known for treating many horses and people across the district.
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