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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1912
Page
2
Obituary notes for Elizabeth Slamands aged 1907 1908 Mills Parkes trundle races results and cricket match summaries from The Australian era. Mentions kinship, horses at Parkes, whiskey sales, and a gunshot death near Deeside with a police arrest.
fragmented text references individuals, a hotel, and a meeting with unclear dates and places. It mentions a Mr Contelly, Basil, and Brock, with notes about stretching time and a new hall to be used tonight, plus a severe cent and roeting terms.
In Forbes Police Court, AP and assignees discuss attendance, fines, and sentences for several youths and adults. Names such as Hit thin, Sydney, Kaighh, and Matthew appear amid proceedings on truancy, minor offenses, and adjustments, with references to sentences and remands.
In Gricket Australia faced Surrey as Hearn Mayne Hague Pinarne and Macariney contributed with batters. Early dismissals left Australia all out for 225 with Bazardsley Minnote Hazlitt among top scorers. In the South Africa Hampshire tie, South Africa began their first innings at a modest pace with a single boundary.
Mr M Gowen accuses Mr Willis method of handling the Daily Telegraph as wrong and warns that if the Braker will not renumber the exporters of that paper the Government will amend Standing Orders and move to found a slow foundation action.
A pigeong club betting dispute was heard at Morris Police Court. The case centered on whether betting on an unregistered ground at a pigeon match violated the Act. Evidence showed no cash changed hands. the judge dismissed the charge after arguments over what constituted a wager and where betting occurred.
Bristanne reports the Queensland revenue for August shows a slight uptick compared with the prior month, signaling modest improvement in fiscal intake for the period.
The first shoot by the Sallivany 6 Hot fer Sophies was held on Saturday at Oak Place with Musgrave and Bucklanity presenting. The event featured targets at 70 and 90 yards, with notable marksman scores and varied results for the shooters.
Two engines collided near the shunting yards causing damage to both locomotives but no injuries reported. The incident occurred on a Tuesday and involved High Hope Railroad equipment damaged in the mishap.
A blaze raged in Sydney at Gosford yesterday destroying Tuffsany Hawthorne burter. Fire crews fought flames as damage was estimated at the site in Gosford.
Forbes railway league held a meeting on Saturday with Sierday mI misread. Saldoch presided and appointed witnesses to testify before the Bun Ne WRE Committee at Forbes. A list of eight gentlemen including Moss Grew, Me dy Snorth, Ad. Balleck, and others formed the delegation in support of a line from Buyvinnerl of Cow to KyoTMt on the Stockiabinga route seven miles from RorlicaMeaanw Moss. The motion passed and secrecy was authorized for the first way. Additional memos may be added if needed.
At a Sydney meeting opponents of compulsory military training led by speakers including Mr R. Iynsdate and Mr Lsi argued against mandatory service. The session featured debate on the proposal and its implications for national defense and individual rights.
Melbourne notices report a minister announcing measures to curb potato scarcity. Importation will be restricted until the end of November as authorities respond to shortages and rising prices.
Sydney billiards report notes Limbung new toadding Harverson by T8T0S to MiGmA, summarizing latest results and notable player performance from the session.
Malouru Tuesday report indicates federal land tax commissioners are receiving about $00 taxpayers returns or about 75 percent of the total number that must be furnished.
An obituary style report notes General Booth honored in Forbes with church leaders and residents paying tribute. Rev Howell and His Worship Mayor speak on Booth's work with the Salvation Army, praising his humanitarian impact and lamenting his passing amid a large turn out of townspeople.
The Commonwealth Bank of Melbourne reports the governor is negotiating to establish a bank branch in London. The move signals expansion plans for the financial institution and reflects its international outreach strategy.
Queensland politics report from Brisbane on Tuesday notes Minister for Public Instruction Mr Grint bolsters port rate within the Cabinet and mentions potential succession by Mr Blair as the government reshapes its leadership ahead of upcoming moves.
The baby bonus plan triggers debate among South Anetra Joy Women’s Christian temperance groups. Officials and members clash over support and opposition, with discussions focusing on fiscal impact and moral concerns.
Fragmentary notes record a bequest involving charities and a figure linked to the Victorian Party and W Menio or related names. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR. the item notes a lodge initiation and a charitable disposition connected to a named individual and location.
A fragment notes the Old Orkney Seated Whisky being adjusted for Australian conditions. It mentions climate differences and a targeted product tweak to suit warm seasons. No other details are provided.
Reports indicate shifts in policy and international stance after the Turco-Italian War. Britain reassures Turkey with indemnity and aims to maintain peace, while Bulgaria presses for war. Military casualty figures are noted and global alignments in Europe and the United States are discussed.
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