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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1920
Page
7
Advocate Moe expresses thanks to Forbes Hospital medical staff and friends for care and sympathy after a bereavement. Mentioned are John Watnon, Mascon McSfehion, and the staff of Forbes Hospital. Acknowledges support from family and acquaintances during this sad time.
A brief municipal contract record shows Jones and Regal Official’s involvement in a renewal project. The filing notes a contrast cutting dome of renewnable sriece and references Calnrie Raed, Forbes, and IGR-REGAL.
Messrs H A Barraclough Ltd announce a professional visit to the town on Thursday 1st November at Albion Motel from 3 pm to 5 pm. A doctor qualified in London University will assess eye defects and provide expert care.
Current Topics notes Mr J A Pavone seeks to extend his contract amid town improvements. It mentions poor road work, a hoisted project, and a plan to repaint nails and weeded areas, with a long list of tasks before completion.
Fragmentary OCR describes BIMBI FOLICH court matter with Albert Sweeney. mentions trial readiness and Border Court proceedings. Odd digression about a birth of twins and drought impacting cattle herds, with unclear geography and dates.
A notice from Wilson, the driver, states the coach between Eugowra and Cookamidgera will now run only twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The message confirms the reduced schedule but provides no additional details or contact information.
Private home in Paramus invites bids for a summer sea visit package offering meals at moderate rates. Tender details and contact information are provided, with bids due by November 18. The notice appears amid memorial tributes and local notices for public procurements.
In Forbes Town Hall Corner Chambers a meeting of the Langue Railway League A is scheduled for around 3 30 am on Inturaar with business of public works and railway matters. Notes mention tenders for cell accommodation and public works departments in Sydney and local government actions.
DROWBALGIE'S BALE Sousty Murgas Gray and Touhins announce a big clearing sale at Dequbelgie on Saturday. Household furniture will be offered at absolute sale with items advertised. Auction set for Wednesday near 23 minutes past seven. a prior sale occurred at 16 wins and a 3 4a mime time referenced.
AERR notes about a misreported court remark in the Forbes Advocate stirred regret over a published critique of a judge. The editor retracts the item and says a representation by the Advocate’s bowel and Menor led to the renewal order in court, prompting action to sign Fortes Court Moure and ensure records reflect corrections.
Confusing OCR text hints at railway fare increases and government response. Mentions penny related charges, Parliament, and ministerial remarks about fares, subsidies, and public impact amid policy discussions.
The report notes mixed wool bale trading as a storm affects supply and demand. Prices show little change overall, with weaker demand for dyed wool and securitized descriptions mentioned. Market activity appears subdued, with some buyers cautious and sales volumes fluctuating.
The article notes total inoculations reaching 66 and urges completion of the course with two west injections. It lists Forbes and Parkes as meeting at Porbee tomorrow with Joe representing Forbes and mentions several names for emergencies. A Blues versus Whites game is scheduled Sunday at 1 pm.
Ay thy Cudal Police court remanded Charles McKeon on a charge of passing two valueless cheques for eight pounds at the Pray OMe Hotel Eugowre. He was arrested at Syn ro and remanded to KROWTR.
Strand Pictures presents The Lincoln Highwayman a lively romance mystery and action film featuring William Russell with suspenseful plot and strong romance. Also shown are The Splendid Sin and Chicken with Cabaret a trio of varied entertainment attracting diverse audiences.
Farmers and all interested are urged to attend a meeting in the town hall on Saturday in November to discuss dissolution of the fete atinister and nest payment of vient. The invitation extends to carriers and Family nine members may attend.
Pho teuenre Ywety and SOUBE HN hosted a large social for the widow and family of the late Mr. J. Watnon in the Town Hall on Tuesday October. The event featured Aviyet's Orchestra providing music, prize winners Mr Mom icentie and Mrs. Shanahan, and a summer interval with provisions. The organizers and helpers, led by Mrs. Lon ey Arid Lion Sayers, reported a very successful evening with a good return for a worthy cause.
A promotional note describes George Loane Tucker's The Miracle Man being shown at the Strand Theatre as part of Paramount's Aircraft Royalty Masterpieces. It hints at the film's dramatic plot and the emotional impact on audiences, with phrases about a faith healer and a tricky con artist.
Fragmentary text mentions Sock weight knits and trousers by Rankin Steel with vapor station. Advertising tone notes new stock from Austen Pratt and Bex as vocal agent for B and B Motors and Cycles. Adds fabric dye quality and sizing details with 80 inch ply.
The snippet reports engagements and weddings in Forbes and nearby areas. It highlights Mr de Wh Treatt to Atle Millicent Hrookelil of Awckland NZ, and Miss Oriel Wilson to Mr Ward Kirkpat Ack of Wellevan Hill Sydney. It notes multiple local appointments at banks and colleges, including a new manager for the bank’s Sacken branch and references to relatives in Forbes and nearby towns.
Reports indicate government mediated talks on the coal strike are to proceed with proposals due by noon. London papers note a subdued mood in the nation, while a large procession and dramatic distraction at a cathedral event highlighted the tense atmosphere in the capital.
A community event at Hayward’s Orange Road home featured a luncheon and a charity fair with stalls run by Hayward Collits and others. Activities included children's races, prizes, and adult athletic events, drawing many residents from Browntown and nearby centers. Auctioned goods by J. T. Woods and prize drawings added to the afternoon’s lively fare.
The Labour caucus in Sydney debates constitutional reform and proportional representation while a government bill seeks defence of a farmer’s lands and a public market sale. New Zealand pursuits end in tragedy as youths kill a man. arrests follow in a York Strait raid. Landlord and Tenant reforms pass second reading. industrial peace and capital questions feature in inquiries and motions.
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