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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1923
Page
2
A notice outlines practice times for the Dig N Liverpool group with sessions on Saturdays and Wednesdays. It notes members will face drills and fitness work, with a focus on improving form and teamwork ahead of upcoming events.
Unclear text shows a park committee at Albion deciding against inviting politicians to open future shows. The statement criticizes politicians for long speeches and wasted time, quoting Hor Gorm, president of the FA8, who suggests inviting him instead.
Jottings from our town note frustration over years of poor Barkow to Parkes road quality. They question Forbes aldermen and urge action on road repairs amid local debates and civic concerns. Residents call for timely maintenance and improvements to ease travel to Forbes events.
The adjourned mating of Lie Forbes courelay Chuo ended amid debate over property at Calario and rental terms of £20 a year. A plan to apply to the Jockey Club for use of the meecourme at plumaton was considered, with Mr. Bireb retaining grazing rights. The secretary and Mr. Geo Adams to canvass support, and a letter to Mr. A D Webb to obtain a rules book and plan of plumation was agreed.
A garbled account describes a fishing expedition with references to Wahol Bab, Fur tve, and two low ue. It mentions a weekend trip, shifting banks, and a four-hanted Quadrumaos creature, amid rough river conditions and cold checks.
A charity football event was held Monday arranged by Langue for injured players. Federals and Em aralda contested with a crowd around OC, donations collected in advance, and players expected to receive about £6 each as a fund from the match as part of the benefit.
A chaotic Mamelgather case unfolds with a charge of mayhem and a second charge of machine damage. The Strand show and a forthcoming screening at Le Pirand Theatre prompt public debate as police investigate, amid court proceedings and shifting allegiances.
A reminder announces a meeting for all parents and citizens at Forbes Intermediate High School tomorrow. The event focuses on school advancement and community involvement.
Phil Holyer is appointed focal agent for Overland substantial motor cars in the district. The article notes Overland demand and a model priced at £206 with spare wheel, tyre, and full equipment. Holyer promotes the car’s modest price and reliability to buyers in the area.
Report describes wheat grown by Mr Aux Anderson of Trigger Yalu Yarrabandal. Varieties Federation and Flopanne exhibited strong, dense growth with about three inches of rain in April. Early drought relief led to rapid stand development before storms.
In a the local chime playship semi final J. J. Flannery faced a tough match with a late error costing him a hole after a strong front nine. The other pairing A Dickens vs R Watwinle also produced breaching of rules noted by officials. Overall play showed solid putting despite miscues as matches reached the final stages.
A special Morber Hospital Committers meeting on Friday night discussed appointing a voluntary collector to assist with funds. Attendees, including Bennett, Rhodan, Webster, W Campbell, Ward, Burguson, Captain William, Father Berton, and Roy, weighed the need for organized collections versus relying on volunteers. The group noted low participation and considered that a paid collector might be more effective, despite some support for voluntary work. The committee ultimately recommended appointing a paid collector.
An old time advertisement style piece touts various Patent Medicines such as a Great Pepper mint Cure and Peppermint Cure for coughs colds and throat issues. It mentions new product lines and a wide range of dent sargor and fancy sultines for summer trade.
A Forbes news page records local notices including postmaster appointment for Forbes No. 1 and tributes to Mrs. Elién Paut aged 81. It notes Alfred Baldock and A 4 Baldock winning exams, a funeral for Mrs. Morrie and the departure of Mrs. Morrie to Sydney. Nearby residents Danneellite and Gulgong figures are mentioned with irrigation plans for Lachlan Valley and local society events.
The court ordered a new trial after Hurkett, convicted last July on two counts related to alleged assault and intent to procure harmful acts, faced questions over jury room evidence and trial directions. Judge Gordon Ferroc and Jamau presided as the appeal was heard Friday afternoon with counsel RAL for the Crown and Raymond Matlin for the appellant.
Sydney dispatch reports Greek government expressing profound sorrow and rising anger over Italy's actions. The note criticizes Italy for delivering a separate note to Greece and occupying Cort, insisting any acceptance would imply Greece’s capitulation.
The United States edged Australia in a rugged Davis Cup match with key wins in singles and doubles. Notable results included G Thornton and N. Williams securing the doubles, while amateur stars battled tough conditions to push the Americans to a final verdict.
In a single NS competition played Sunday, Forben secured postponement of matches against Weaver and Hawkes. Weaver defeated Forben by six, 40 to 28, in a 28-game session. Players mentioned include Parmer Knowles Chrisior, Farmer, Aron, Robertson, Towler, Fowler, Cheiston, Law, Hoduwrkboog. Wardrum and Hawkes tied or contested, with multiple forfeits noted.
The Forbes Club captaincy faces a challenge as the union names a farmer named Grinated and a nod to Chrinton Boat Powter with Bowyer winning on a forfeit from Break in a muddled scoreline reported for the club fixtures.
The Bonnie Doow Methodist Church match was played on a fair court with good conditions. The score favored the home side 72 to 67 as the local team delivered an enjoyable game and the radio home Souil provided afternoon support. a Pullen match is planned for next Saturday.
Sunday's return match saw Bonnie Doon Chub win the day after a lengthy contest as players endured rough play and celebrated their win. The Tatler club thanked John Meagher & Co for arranging transport and noted the absence of a driver previously.
Widespread showers battered Forbes and surrounding towns yesterday with heavy downpours. Rainfall ranged up to 9 mm in Forbes, causing local floods and dam siltation while crops showed signs of stress. several areas reported nearly half their quarter of waterlogged fields.
The Sydney telegraphic report outlines government moves on demobilization, amendments, and pacific aims while noting industrial disputes at Mt. Keira and Maitland miners. It cites a 4,600,000 agricultural application and a £200,000 loan from Yokohama Bank, with police investigations into a robbery and ongoing political inquiries related to the Daylestport byelection.
A wartime wheat market update notes binding Walker Co-op and Canadian supply prospects, with European deliveries and price expectations amid trade disruptions. It discusses potential price support if US and Canadian exports remain strong, mentions Continental buyers hesitating, and cites uncertain imports and regional demand shaping early 1940s market dynamics.
The Champion notes the Parkes Jockey Club cleared about £350 from the recent Show Manation. Nominations close Friday for September 27 races. Cowra Jockey Club Show meeting next, with details on prize money and race cards. A day of racing headlines include Stewards, Maidens, and Handicap results, with Walken and other horses highlighted in the season’s lead into spring racing.
Crowds look to Cowra for next week races with 118 horses nominated across 10 events. Highlight days Thursday and Friday feature the Flying Hands Cup and Handicap stages, with a strong field including Jim Mafillo and many others across a long list of entrants.
The text shows a jumble of candidate names and labels such as TRUNDLE NOMINATIONS and TRIAL aTakEd Mael with numerous misspellings and garbled segments. It reads like an OCR mishap listing many confused names and terms without clear context or structure.
The Forbes Municipal Council met Thursday night with Mayor Keane and aldermen debriefing on town progress. Reports covered water pumping, road widening, lighting improvements, and planned public works including sewer and building applications.
A crowded field of horses, names like Trout, Worldgery, Tahiti, Jac Mac and Red Trout appear in a chaotic listing for a Consolation Handicaps event. The fragment highlights many unfamiliar entries alongside recognizable stables, hinting at a complex lineup and uncertain outcomes.
Fragmented notes indicate a Western town paper's brief items: a meeting at the Jockey Club or related association, plans to move the Pearsbnry site, an overdraft reported near £1200, and a president announcing a poly ZST/TR nomination. Details are incomplete and names unclear.
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