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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 05, 1930
Page
4
The Forbes Advocate features the phrase above all for the country in its Forbes First section, highlighting patriotic emphasis and likely a tribute or editorial line. The entry notes the publication's pride in national service and civic duty, reflecting wartime or national morale messaging.
A reflective essay argues against glorifying bygone eras amid today’s hardship. It contrasts hard nineteenth century conditions with present freedoms, incomes, and leisure, noting progress came through gradual evolution. It warns nostalgia obscures realities and urges honest self-assessment to drive future improvement.
A community fair featuring a "Great One Day Show" and a furniture sale outlines plans for September 23 and 24. The event includes woodworking displays, a furniture auction, and a public sale of household items. Organizers note improvements to the hospital and venue, with proceeds benefiting local facilities.
Friday and Saturday showings at the Trand Talkie Theatre promise entertainment for patrons with multiple features. The MineOut star Tina Murray headlines a two week pre drum program, with performances noted alongside college venue screenings.
A fragmented report shows Hughes criticizing Sir Otto and Sir Gua Nemesia over high taxes and economic policy. The text references arson, meat prices, prime beef, and livestock costs, with mentions of Australia and hopes for policy change.
Fragmented OCR lines describe places and people with mixed nonstandard words. contains numerous proper nouns and potential locations and names, but overall lacks cohesive narrative or clear event. The readable items suggest a crowded list or collage of places, people, and terms without a single focus.
A garbled report claims Santo Domingo and nearby settlements suffered massive destruction from a hurricane and allied events. The text references San Juan Puerto Rico and mentions thousands affected, with unclear dates and figures.
A muddled dispute among hotel owners over beer prices and oyster lunches led to rival measures to outdo each other. Members reportedly warned patrons their quality would drop as they sought to attract customers, triggering concern about public satisfaction and business competition.
A young married couple is shot in their home in Parkes amid a chaotic scene in the Broadway area. Neighbors recall a disturbance and a manhunt leading to the discovery of Blood and injuries. Police statement outlines a tragic domestic incident with key figures Aubrey and family names mentioned in limited readable form.
The Spring Fair of the Methodist Wne Church drew a colorful crowd with a lively program. Exhibits included cakes and sweets, a strong musical act, and a display by local stallholders.
Fragmentary courtroom notes reveal a pending verdict involving Percy Danby. The garbled text references a trial, a verdict date, and possible connections to local officials and a case filed in relation to a dispute or breach. Further details are unclear from the OCR.
The Sydney Stock Exchange shows a 1 percent drop as investor mood weakens. Investment stocks fall to low levels, with concerns affecting Commonwealth holdings and market confidence.
A fragmented racing page lists Canterbury selections including Husy Munk and Flying Walter in various handicaps and divisions. Names such as Marcie Race Ragatzry and Adrian appear with scattered race notes and competing horses like Marche Dunraven and Dark Lantern.
The outline lists campaign events across multiple towns with dates in September and October. It notes meetings in Ashburnham, Beem, Forbes, Mulgan, Kiaremu, Whaven Wadjunbarks, Nelungaroo, Humminbland, Wonyaloe, Cork’s Mynth, Corudgery, and Parken. Specific times include 3 pm and 1 pm sessions, with openings and local committee activities.
A vintage cinema listing describes multiple features and schedules. The program highlights titles such as The Hideo Weighting Legion, The Phe Wide-Oin, and The Drag, with stars like Ken Maynard and Colleen Moore. It promises romance, humor, and action, plus new reels and the talkie format for Saturday shows at 2 10 pm.
Adelaide reports the Premier warned of a serious alleged plot aimed at sabotaging the government. He claimed high violence and sabotage were intended, with possible dangers to neighboring residents and fatalities feared if successful.
Fragmentary wires describe Premier planning a campaign kickoff as state elections approach. scattered notes mention anticipated events, party strategy, and local political figures amid unsettled public sentiment.
Rest Room events planned for Saturday September 19 and Friday October 20 feature a tea, a charity stall, and a sale with proceeds to the Country Week Appeal Fund. Ella Benson leads refreshments while the Woodward group organizes the exhibit “Work More Woo” and members supply items. The Orange branch discusses a Rest Home project, with debate over support and funding.
A compact notice outlines how to place items on lay by from Buch Land Alter. Steps emphasize selecting goods, agreeing on payment terms, and securing the purchase with a deposit, noting deadlines and store policies.
A dense OCR of a district column lists names, events, and social updates. It mentions gatherings, travel, school holidays, and family notices, plus a death in Dhubha-Meaury with survivors and funeral details. The piece references Mr Prine Stang, Mrs 40S THI, and multiple local residents, with no clear narrative beyond community chatter.
A report from Quandialla notes a charitable appeal tied to the District Hospital. The item describes a valuable operating table donated by the Church of England to aid medical care, with details on recipients and in what area the hospital will use the equipment.
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