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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 16, 1919
Page
2
Local advertisement fragment lists T E Drane as a practical tailor on Femplar Street Forbes with unclear copy about styles and sales. The readable bits show a tailor shop presence and brand mentions without a complete offer.
Local notes from Forbes Advocate report on fishermen and traders discussing cod catches. The piece hints at recent activity around markets with optimistic signs of future fishing and processing, noting informal observations of possible more distant buyers.
A proposed bridge project would connect the northern and western river districts to ease travel for the people of Eugowra and adjoining areas. The plan envisions shortening journeys to the new railway line and improving access for residents on the northern side, with discussions naming Calli Crnenue and BOAF Wuigat as key proponents.
A read of the Pata Quarterly published by the Binance Association showcases a September issue packed with four special sections. The magazine presents colorful prose and normative guidance aimed at landowners and local readers, emphasizing practical information and community interest.
A curtvor delay disrupted movement at Lupe causing vessel and transport schedules to be impacted. Rail and tram services slowed with officials reporting supply shortages. The incident prompted rapid adjustments and warnings to travelers about forthcoming delays.
The town buzzes over the Daillaux case and a dramatic plot involving Callianx and others. A crowd gathers to view the Stay Plot pictures as whispers of intrigue and scandal sweep through the area on a restless night.
A noisy crowd gathers as a new picture show premieres at Forbes theater. The article notes experienced performers and a bold production style with standout violin segments and vivid visuals.
A garbled OCR passage mentions individuals and events in a disjointed way with names like Ale Joseph Raya and Lahr Loupiny. It hints at bets or odds and a reference to a race or competition and a figure of 150 to 1, but details are unreadable and inconsistent. The fragment lacks coherent facts.
A fragmentary foreign transmission from Portiay Lond Mes details a soldier transfer to Maitland Whitet and a hospital operation at Forbes Hospital after a crash injuries. The report lists multiple names including Barner and Peacock and notes a dozen or more injured staff and relatives, with references to local institutions and wartime service.
The Right Reverend Dr. Hayden spoke of land tatters and the need to consider the possibility of placing soldiers on the land. He questioned where they would be housed and noted the massive holdings and leases extending to 1942. Debate touched on legacy, wealth, and plans to parcel land into blocks for settlement amid opposition to the western country proposal.
A meeting led by President W Brooke considers proposals from the Retriglion Committee for a benefit event. The discussion covers summer meeting plans, expected attendees, and key speakers, with references to various local figures and venues.
Fragmented text mentions Showa government topics, consumer items, and a furniture reference. Contains garbled terms about dates, names, and entities with unclear meaning. No coherent event or figures clearly discernible from the readable fragments.
A reader criticizes the Returned Soldiers League on a Sunday meeting, detailing disputes with Mr Lades over repatriation matters, suggesting unfair treatment and urging accountability. The letter cites attendance at meetings, requests for responses, and calls for proper procedures and recognition of veterans’ needs.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions individuals and items like Hall par putr and Florin shop with numbers 17M and a price of 3/0. Contains garbled names and unclear context, suggesting a local business listing or advertisement with mixed names and product clues.
A Forbes led delegation including Mr Fron and Mr Underwood visited to discuss the Darobalale Frosting Works and the Glen Jomes electric scheme. Key speaker Mr Franks outlined a plan with cost, consumption, and central city needs, while the council debated rates and financing and a special meeting was held in the Council Chambers.
A fire at South Forbes Saturday night gutted the new house where bacon was smoked. The blaze quickly spread through the main building leveling it and destroying carpentry and engineering tools. No injuries were reported as friends mourned Tetnka’s misfortune.
Arrival of Roy Ridley, son of Mrs J Min toy of Camp Hill Forbes, reported missing January 1916. a 17 year old who fought in Gallipoli and the Palestine campaign, described as brave and careful, never hospitalized, returning to Forbes soon. Ridley is a relative of Mr T Woods and expected to be praised as a local hero.
Gunner Fred Rout, son of Mr and Mrs Fred Rout of Forbes, arrived home after years abroad. At twenty, he stands 5 feet 11 inches and weighs about fourteen to fifteen stone. He saw action in France starting March 1918 and served through the armistice, later stationed in Belgium. He enjoyed a three week Italy holiday before rejoining his unit.
Fragmented excerpt shows Ald Facey and councilors discussing railway committee actions and cost allowances. Mentions Mr Frankl drawing up a report, Bank funding, and motions to provide up to 10,000 for committee expenses. Meeting adjourned to Friday night.
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