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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 27, 1922
Page
6
The fragment describes Nac as a demanded whisky by connoisseurs and Ty as a spirit of quality favored by guests, with impressions of aging mellowing the flavor. It hints at a premier brand presence in hotels and clubs and lists Mayndy Mac Scutfwuit as linked to the brand.
A vintage health ad touts Rauver Health Salts to cleanse the bowels, purify breath, and relieve biliousness and headaches. It claims the product supports digestion, skin clarity, and general health with prices listed and a chemist contact for orders.
Fragmentary OCR community notice mentions bonds and a furnisher named Byer with unclear context. Likely financial transaction terms and an address fragment appear, but essential details and dates are missing, making a precise headline difficult. Entities include Hornsire Conk Gunarat House Furnishers and Byer.
Crown Land Expert F. Goode of Pit Street Sydney warns civilians as Crown Lands blocks arise. Retired official from the Lands Department after 20 years stresses moderation in term usage and policy impact for local residents.
An OCR fragment describes canvas goods including horse gear tents and barn items made from English flax, offered by Albert Jones at 17 Marlot Street Sydney. Mention also of Ramona Birkmyre's Lavender Motor Cloth and a 110 yard freight detail remains unclear.
A pretty wedding took place at MS John's Church, Lund, Wednut, with Rev H H Prighard officiating. John Prantl of Redpower, son of John Patrick Drapels of Calarlo, and Minn Valentin Dagmer Amor, daughter of Frederick Jame Amor of Nilma Inchgower, were married. The bride wore white voile and carried a bouquet, the groom wore traditional formal attire, and the bridal party included Miss Bileyo Man Kit as bridesmaid and Francie as best man. After the ceremony, guests gathered at Dirdo Holt in France for refreshments and a reception featuring a hand-embroidered dress and gifts for the couple.
A local ceremony at Tom's Lagoon Public School marked the display and gifting of World War I war trophies. Veterans Collis and Webb, among others, presented the memorials and a wall plaque honoring fallen pupils and soldiers from the district. Funds and efforts supported Belgian relief during the war era, with community leaders and the Tomalons Shire Council participating in the unveiling and acknowledgments.
OCR fragment shows names like Gruen Indian Hering and Raul Street plus scattered product terms Goose Gruen Indian Hering ADC agencies and references to white nubuck canvas shoes and children’s White Bhotn a McDade Show Boren. Likely ad-like listing of vendors and goods with unclear full details.
A long report details a district gathering where hard work by Bed eerstrong, Jewalng, and Jealous Shw AVG yielded a fundraising sum of £100 to cover event costs. Tribute is paid to organizers and volunteers led by Mr E.W. Stow rt, with many residents and local workers noted for their contributions to decor, stalls, refreshment, and entertainment. The piece highlights unity during testing times and the district’s communal spirit in planning future efforts.
Fragmented OCR reports a local track meet with several race results and trophies. It lists winners and donors such as Mayor and Mr B J Granind, mentioning distances like 78 yards and 100 yards and noting names like Norman, Ray, and Dwyer Hop.
The local wheat competition gathers entries though one may be withdrawn. Judge M Bertolt, District Inspector of Agriculture, begins judging Monday. Despite drought in some areas, crops in Forbes and surrounding districts show promise, with trophies totaling £58, £20 and £23 awarded by the Royal Agricultural Society. Local entrants include Ollgamba, Dubbo, Natromine, Peak Hill, Parkes, Morbae and Condobolin, who are automatically entered in the Western District competition.
The event featured 60 yard dash and various age group races won by Misa G. Consable, Claude Constable, Hoy Brown, and others. Winners included several girls and boys, with trophies awarded and performances praised by Mr T C McColin and staff. The day closed with reflections on safety and community spirit.
Fragmentary text suggests a period notice or advice piece about keeping a husband’s love. Mentions a young appearance, possible remedies, and a Sydney address in Suite 9 44rd Floor 117 Pitt Street. Contains garbled OCR phrases and unclear context.
An odd extended adish fragment promotes skin care and tonics to prevent complexion flaws. It touts exotic beauties, claims oils and unguents can restore texture, and markets a line of products including a stain cleanser and household remedies. References to vendors KUO AND COCKROACHES and a promised cure mix appear amid garbled text.
Hessrs H A Barraclough Ltd of Sydney advertises a medical consultation day on Tuesday November 7 from 10 am to 6 pm at the Albion Hotel. The notice invites inquiries about relief and cure for wartime illnesses and mentions alumni from London University and UIbon as part of its panel.
Fragmentary notice describes Lethra oF maseagoa left with MRE WoA POLBY and Luchian 'Stroat in relation to gas and suction engines and general machinery repair. Details are unclear but reference to a transfer or assignment remains.
The advertisement promotes the Crossley Oll engine and the latest Marine Plant by Watson & Josephson, offering ignition, throttle governing, ring fabrication, cooling, and portable frame options. It highlights durable design, ready supply of parts, and engineering staff ready to install and service the equipment.
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