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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1917
Page
6
Report notes a swollen river overflowing banks and hindering travel to Forbes for a show. Many locals stay home while a few travelers return satisfied with their trip. Updates mention slow Rogerson recovery and promotions from a Liverpool camp.
Acting Attorney Allison announces that anyone found givoting on Baros paddocks or removing stock without permission will be prosecuted without respect to person. The manager orders that warnings be given and legal action pursued.
Article fragment notes restrictions affecting Havers and others, with mentions of Guy Bale Wards and EDWARTY WEAVER & OY. Compact local notice hints at future prohibitions on fast and slow travel near partdocks and along Le REWAKL. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
Public notice invites cash buyers and all station produce traders to supply sheep skins at established rates. Advertises continued purchases of habit skim and similar items, urging sellers to present large or substantial sizes for fair valuation.
Auction sales conducted in any part of the State with stock and property lists on application. Trust money to lend at low current rates through district agents Parkes Forts and Peak HIM for Datyntya Co Ltd liberal advances against stock and property. Notify your requirements.
Bloomfield Wilson and Co advertise as a grand selection of staples with stock covering drapers ironmongery groceries shoes and more. The notice lists Bloomfield and Trundle locations and emphasizes a wide range of goods for customers.
Fire season advisory from forestry department stresses strict prevention rules for camping safety. Readiness includes clearing space around stoves, extinguishing embers, avoiding unattended fires, and coordinating with neighbors for cooperative prevention efforts. The warning urges proper disposal of fuel, careful handling of matches, and immediate action to prevent a disaster.
Fragmentary note lists various stock sale references and names with unclear figures and locations, including mentions of Laudy and Leahy. The text appears to be an OCR fragment from a market page with scattered trader names and lots.
Meritorious and popular prizes awarded at Forbes show include praise for Mesars and Mr Boyd with Bluepan. The town reports on Goolagong’s pony races, local health updates, and weather notes. Flood concerns along the Lachlan prompt discussion on river safety and public interest.
Incoherent OCR fragment mentions securing a host and a bold event, with unclear place and date. The readable terms suggest a local gathering or competition in CO with emphasis on the host and proceedings, but key names and details are missing.
Wheatley and Martel Auctioneers listed as stock and station agents conduct sales in district areas, offering auction bases and related services for local properties and livestock.
George Tolhurst Bogan Gate Hotel announces updated facilities and services. The hotel promises modern conveniences, ample accommodations, first class meals, and welcomes old and new guests with friendly greetings.
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