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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Oct 22, 1912

Page

3

City triumphs in Randwick rifle match by margins

Telegraphic note from Sydney reports the city team defeated the country side in Randwick by 189 to 1802. The item mentions Mulbourne’s Tuesday update and a bungled incident where The clan Mart allegedly killed his wife in Victoria and was later found dead with a self inflicted wound in slumach.

Sydney Randwick City Country Mulbourne Mart AL Nowikrkal Victoria

Mt Lyell Disaster Track Delays Miners and Rescue Efforts

Hobart reports the Mt Lyell mine will not send more men underground for now as caution grows over rising water and smoke. Officials aim to seal the mine to the 70m level, a three week process to reach the targeted point. Hobart funds exceed £5000 with a £1000 donation from the Visterine Cabinet and likely more from New South Wales.

Hobart Mt. Lyell

Trafalgar Day Speech Emphasizes Dominion Unity

Melbourne reports on Trafalgar Day ceremonies with the Minister for Defence urging unity among Dominions and the empire. He notes Imperial cooperation as essential and calls for solidarity with the mother country and fellow Dominions in facing shared warnings.

Melbourne Defence Ponting Dominions

Fatality at Lismore mill in a fatal accident

One man was killed and another badly injured in a mill accident at Lismore yesterday. Emergency crews responded as investigators began a worksafe review of the site and equipment involved.

Sydney Lismore Yestarday

Government House Rumors Hesitate on July Governor Role

Rumors center on Lord Chelmsford and the State Governor occupying the July residence alongside the Governor General. Officials reportedly debate a method to proceed, with cabinet meetings over the issue and recent decis ions potentially being revisited as higher representatives at the Crown are discussed.

Byrnes Tonsilay Hite Chelms-ford Wate Eton

University bill would grant senate governing powers

The University Bill reported from Sydney on Tuesday outlines how the University Senate would gain governing powers. The measure aims to reorganize administrative authority and empower senate oversight of university affairs.

Aydney Tuller University

Waihi Strike Attracts 87 Arrested In Auckland

Auckland on Tuesday reports 87 strikers are now jailed in connection with the Waihi trouble. Rebels and authorities clash as disruptions widen.

Auckland Lin Waihi

Building Trade Trouble Hits Union Tactics

The master builders warn of ongoing action by the Building Trade Wntons Manes over non-union terms. The association has decided to vote to abstain from aggressive measures aimed at the Williams of wunfons as tensions rise in the sector.

Sydney Wntons Manes Wekal Iit Tshible Associaion Bag Etsel Wiliace Wunfons

Vale Sensation: Man Shot in Domestic Quarrel

Sydney reports a man aged Acuanamned emre Prien, resident of Ashton Park near Moss Vale, is alleged to have shot a man with a jew rifle in a domestic dispute. The wound is described as dangerous. The alleged shooter was arrested, brought before the court, and remanded.

Sydney Emre Prien Ashton Park Moss Vale

Memorial plan for John Robertson in Sydney

In Sydney on Thursday a move is afoot to erect a memorial for the late Sir John Robertson, marking his contributions and legacy. Local citizens and officials are urged to support the tribute and public ceremony details are to follow.

Sydney John Robertson

Mr Cann Budget Report Highlights No New Taxation Plan

Burney Tuesday reports Mr Cann's budget review showing revenue and expenditure trends. The article notes a forecasted surplus and foreshadows year end results with no plan for new taxes.

Turbulent Fronts Report From London and Balkan Sides

Turmoil pours from London and Balkan zones as military actions unfold along Greek borders. Reports of Turkish and Austrian forces clash while external powers weigh pressure and diplomacy amid shifting fronts.

The Turkie Grand Visier Intervenes in Turkish Provinces

Fragmented report claims the Grand Vizier seeks to sustain momentum in Asiatic Turkey while Britain warns against crossing the region. Turkish naval activity off Varna and Macedonian village distress are noted as the conflict widens. Serbian artillery and Balkan tension escalate with casualties and shifting loyalties. Imprisonment tied to a military secrets case is reported.

Turkie Grand Visier Turkey Great Britain Varun

Wheat crops show improved yields with showers in district

Reports from the district note a spell of dry weather followed by freshening showers aiding wheat and oat crops. Farmers tally promising yields, with several large crops under cut for hay and plans to harvest near Forties and Condobolin roads. Local landowners anticipate better returns than in years past.

Abe Forties Charles Jones New South Wales Muneshie Mey J. Kelly Woodlands Dm McMahon Conte Mianien War Roland Kally Atehn M. Doyle Browirt Gordon Raok Mab Alter Maddie P. Acrot Miers Loxley Laooyre Condobolin Road Thomnoe Acheean the Grove Hun Fine Chow Medkerabons

Wheat crops thrive in Forbes district despite drought

Farmers report strong wheat growth across the Forbes district with crops green and healthy. Notable holdings include W Connell at Lamievale with 300 acres, Wyatt with 400, Ferguson 100, McCann 200, and broadcast trials near Bogan Gate. Geore Golding at Inchgower tacks 1600 acres on share, Broderick Brothers 700 acres, while Morbes Tookine and nearby areas show good early stands. Freshening showers before harvest expected to finish a bumper season.

W. Connell Lamievale Wyatt Ferguson McCann Bogan Gate J. Dwyer Daley Park Broderick Broderick Brothers Giinning Road Geore Golding Inchgower Toss Wield Pindack Morbes New South Wales Forbes

Brook's Pictures fundraiser draws Forbes crowds

The Advocate reports a district school event led by Mers J Walsh to fund a new infants school building. A full house enjoyed Brook's Pictures with slides from Parkes carnival featuring St H Brook Stan Marrow and Professor McLeod. Net takings reached about 280 with praise for Brook and staff.

Advocate Mers J. Walsh Forbes le I.tt. Brook Ss Eral Ben Parkes Messrs St. H. Brook Stan Marrow M'Leod Bouth Sea Labinders Mira Webster Ar Vnotes Incky Charlie Nevin Jim Wymer Mo Brook J. J. Walsh F. i Rook Ball Star A. B. HL Nelson Nelson Dongghey N. Anderson Muriel Cauties Beatus

Womgajong Property Safe from Hunting and Trespass

Notice from GEORGE LAID LAW dated 20/8/13 warns that the overseer has orders to prosecute anyone shooting hunting fishing or trespassing on the Womgajong property. The alert targets all unauthorized activities on the estate.

Womgajong George

Hrowshill Fron Western State Printing Questioned

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a printing issue or fringe headline in the western half of the state. Readable text hints at production concerns or a misprint affecting the circulation area. Specific names, dates, or places are unclear in the fragment.

Vunda Tor Xood

Marriage at All Saints Condobolin 1912

Ivy Dempsey eldest daughter of the late William Dempsey of Warkes to Frank Green eldest son of Mr and Mrs Green of Polke tone England and grandson of the late De Green of Anba Cape Nanton Mali.

Dempsey All Sainte Condobolin Ivy William Dempsey Warkes Frank

Interest on Overdraft Notice at Daroobalgte Church

In connection with the Presbyterian Methodist Church at Daroobalgte funds from a private subscription will be held at Daroobalgte on the 35th month. The Bodal proceeds are not to be used for warpown. Alec Anderson.

Daroobalgte Alec, Anderson

To Lat by Tender QLENWOOD Farm on Lacham River

Tender notice for the Lat by Tender at QLENWOOD Farm on the Lacham River. Describes 27 acres river frontage 5 acres orchard water frontage and docks. Includes comfortable house and outbuildings water closet garden and more. Tenders close 20th October apply Howard Weaver & Co for owner.

Qlenwood Lacham River Worbes Edwardw Edward Weaver Wave Police Department Tone Mm Yard Lachlan-street

Sale of Farm Machinery and Durhams at Peak Hill

The auctioneer Hector N Gibson announces a special sale of 4 tip drays 3 spring carts 1 dray buggies sulkies harness machinery including Sunshine Warvester Massey Harris items and plows. Durhams pedigree noted with Bulgandramine 18 herd. Sale at Peak Hill 15th and 16th November with cash terms and luncheon provided. Train services from Tomingley West Railway to the sale location. Buyers advised to notify in advance.

Bulgandramine Peak Hill Massey- Harris Massey-Harris Awentan Dulgandimine Tomingley West Pritiay Toe

Shire of Jemalong invites contractors for project near Warrop

The Shire of Jemalong invites tenders for a contract near Warrop with detailed payment and culvert specifications. Bids close Friday November 4. Shire Engineer urges timely submission and notes project scope includes drainage and road works in the area.

Warrop Hive Othen Youderkelo

Eggs for Setting and Turkey Gobbler Sale Note

Fragmentary entry records a Mammoth America Bronze wing Turkey Gobbler with live weight and setting terms. Mentions Mrs J O'Seelly and Water View with unclear location. The fragmentary text also references Goolagans and a price around one guinea.

America J. O'Seelly Water View Goolagans

Hose of Quality Suinmer Garden Supply Ad

The hose advertise a summer sale on garden watering gear and hose fittings. It lists canvas hose lengths, pipe items, caps, linings, clamps, and sprayers with special sale pricing and home garden use in a period newspaper voice.

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