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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 11, 1925
Page
2
A special general meeting of Forbes Coursing Club members is to be held at the Pow Once Hotel Monday evening at 7 30 pm for the purchase of adoptive rules of the Club. The notice also references upcoming events and a preparation meeting on September days with various names and locations.
Classified items include a 1925 second-hand Ford Touring priced at £50, £210, or £80 with exchange options for new Fords and small deposits. Other notices seek a smart boy for errands, and a request asks the person seen taking the ring from the Marist Brothers event to report to the office.
NOTICE. J AT MANY. pudely notify that Ht Contract started by 8, Dalton at my Property, Vel. tw not Mainted by September 12, suntu wint tw roist. NEIL DUNN, Now Groutest Toad, Torhen Une Ripeeind Goulet of New South Wied 1 Bankhiptess No. 25006 Rw HERAKAT ROY Woon, of Teh: Horns shin Paves, Maboter Ne TION hereby elven thar the Binnte Meotiok of Cranitore Wi the above futter wil he hel on the Court Howe Morben, before thi Liatrtet Toxintrar In Rapkrwptey, on the 82nd ay of September, Mah, at 10 a mh., in aboom utter a4 the GONE of buninens will permit, To entitle vrallter to vote thereat, his proof must be tooned with thi. Regintrar 'WW Bankruptcy, Elisabeth Street, Sympymot later than the ARH day, ot September, 1995. N.C. LOCK HART, Regintrar In Bankruptcy, Mr W. i PALME, Omci! Avaimnes RSet
In Memoriam notes honor Isabella Anne who departed September 11, 1900. Inserted by her children, and Veradane Huckel remembered with a similar memorial. Gentle remembrance expresses sorrow and lasting love as family notes their mother’s passing and memory.
In memoriam for Victor Rex Hopkins who died September 10 1924 at age four months. His parents George and Blanche Hopkins note a short prayer and verse about his brief life and heavenly return.
Loving memory of Vera Jane Huckel who left this life in Forbes on September 9 1944. We miss thee from our home dear We miss thee from thy bedside A shadow o'er our home une We miss thy sunshine of thy face We miss thy kind and willing band Thy fond and warm care Our home is dark without thee We love thee everywhere. Lovingly remembered by wife Dorothy husband and daughter Dorothy?
In memoriam for Ain tar Huckel A tribune of love who passed September 1% Your his paward and nuill we mins her Grace and Lean Kingwlang publish a tribute from loving sister and brother in law.
Report describes a dig in a garden where buried bones were uncovered. Police took action as investigators inspected yards and the site near Porbon for clues surrounding a possible Aboriginal burial. Names and places mentioned appear garbled in the OCR.
Forbes Advocate notes Forbes First team beat Orange 16 to 9 in a Sunday game. Local lineup includes A Mostyn D Delaney W Moloney Z Derwin Mines P Le Mi Cangon J and M Benson. Golfers bound for Country Week in Sydney October 24 with entries via Forbes Club secretary.
Wirrnya sports coverage notes a Wednesday September 20 event featuring a new Vedette Mualcal act at Latin Meuters school with Oraige Apa j Murkes, shiv district, and an appearance by B.C. Charon Bulid at Pans. Local entries include Mp. GT White and others relinquishing car ties. A Morris Cowtey note mentions the army show at Forbes tiv week, with Jokaariste performances by Beryl dunt Loris White and others.
A couple from Farpand Street tell of a deadly incident this week where a man killed a large snake near their parental residence. The account describes the man striking the reptile with a heavy rock after noting the age of the person involved.
The team Entrepreneur Forhaw will sean tuilows A. Cingela Gumgin We Tuy Greentree Rath Wile wont J Cumey Burling J Law W. Adama Moore Carn Will leave the goo once at 6.15 wat whire Practice will be held at Re ground on Sinivday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
A damaged snippet shows Rumely tractors advertised with a nearby store on a corner in Rakin Street. The ad promises a handy shop offering many items and specials, urging customers to visit. Also notes Methodist Spring Fair arrangements at Lachlan Street and a fire incident on Templar Street with minor damage.
Reynolds parish officials met in the school hall to discuss appointing an assistant for one month to aid in parish duties while the minister undertakes a tour. They also planned external repairs to the mint building and to secure a new motor car for transportation of parish activities.
A fragmented local notice page lists addresses and goods for sale and services. Items include a wool store corner shop and tailors offering ranges of merchandise. Community names and street references appear, with prices and contact cues for local buyers.
Fragmented telegraphic note reports tension over supply issues and ministerial actions. Mentions Mr McKell, imprisonment, and questioning of officials. Also notes wool sales in Sydney with Merino prices rising to 32d and strong competition for new clips.
A garbled notice lists Miso Ruth Finker formerly of Forbes and a group of acquaintances, including Mina Mully Leader and Jo ule Fiudying, planning travel by train to Sydney for a holiday. The text names several other people and places like Forbes, St. Joseph College, and Wellington, with miscellaneous social movements and plans described in a scattered style.
The Roman Catholic Ball at Kugowra in aid of St Joseph Convent was greatly admired for its decor, floral displays, and a performance by Owen's Orchestra. Volunteers, local workers, and attendees from Forbes and Purham contributed generously, with proceeds expected to benefit the hall and related funds.
An early wedding in a Methodist church in Farben united Miss Rhodes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rhodes, with Mr. George MacDonald, youngest son of Sir and Lady MacDonald. The ceremony featured a large turnout of friends, with Rev Boot officiating. Bridesmaids and guests wore formal gowns, the couple receiving best wishes and planning a voyage to Sydney then New Zealand for their honeymoon and future home.
The Forbes and District Chamber of Commerce held a monthly meeting in Council Chambers on Werle ung wleht to review completion of the allway on the Broken Mill Hlve. Attendees included RC Dickonn Leenews PT Kapton and others. The group considered reserving funds to finish construction and sought cooperation from Parker and local officials. The matter was referred to the chamber for further action. water conservation and related works were noted as broader context.
A fragmented cinema listing notes Towkein Fry at the Strand Theatre with a double feature including The Pelee of Floodite and The Storm Rag by Nhiatang. Supporting shorts feature Buster Keaton and Shirley Mason, with a government railways lease notice and tender call announcing an upcoming government land department sale.
Fragmented report describes a city council session on Elliott franchise tensions and alleged political interference. Officials discuss the franchise owner strategy, potential protests, and a push to delay decision while questioning legal implications. Authorities emphasize due process and seek clarity on the alleged influence by external groups.
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