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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1930
Page
5
The Strand Talkies showcases The Desert Song and related stage attractions with extended listings and star acts. Town Court notices and auction details mirror busy local affairs with prices, dates, and item descriptions from Carson's sale.
Report covers Canewindra racing events with multiple entrants and results. It lists winners, times, and participant names including aviator figures and local clubs. The text also references races, paths, and related standings in a historical sports roundup.
Fragmented OCR shows a Brisbane Supreme Court hearing where an Italian individual was bound over for contempt of the king and flag after allegedly speaking aggressively about wine and something related to the Nirlehane Domain. The garbled text suggests a verdict with mentions of prison time and a promise to be more restrained, though specifics are unclear.
Fragmented text suggests Mr Fenton voices pessimism about increased taxes. Reference to taxation debate includes unclear names and places, with stray phrases like ABahani and Mer merus meaning unclear. The piece lacks coherent facts and requires clearer source material.
Two men are dead after a collapse at a mine site near Wagan Square Northwest. Rescue teams and officials arrived, authorities say the worker at the surface was among those injured, investigation continues into cause and safety failures.
Kilgowrn Show billed as Great One Day Show of the West set for Wednesday September 24. Comin Candwhe Int and Eogowen to contest the Matry BaMik Cup and exhibits to be viewed on grounds and in pavilion. Fire incident and hay harvest noted. Simple Parens and Supporters’ committee active for building badges. billiard event and local fair items featured with some misprints and garbled lines.
The report discusses Rom Jasek extended mining efforts at Go Mining Co with 100M feet of Tynebas extended. It notes weather and breathing conditions, table installation for concentrating, and iron metalled shafts and pulleys. Mentions Lucknow Pups Gold Mis Mng Go and Japanese energy occupancies, with several numeric codes and fragmented observations.
A confused report from a recent tennis meet describes tight games with close margins and several standout performers. Names and details appear jumbled, but references to players such as Hanley and Croydon hint at a local circuit event with spirited competition and notable rallies.
Racing summary notes Soren Funnies winning the Brighton Handicap with Lanighuro’s entry strong in pace. Fremantle’s Molony and Browze Helen among notable finishers as stockings and bets highlighted the day’s field including Athlone and Glen Jas tailing the leaders.
Fragmented OCR outlines a one mile race titled Formes Cup with participants including Neera Vag Meum, Pratt, McPherson, White, Head, Barkley, Biauabury, Doyle, Doyle, Greenhorn, Red Bin, and King's Parade. It describes lead changes after the war, Peers Gag moving strong to the straight, and Peera Gas T maintaining a clear advantage before a final close finish.
A fragmented OCR page lists racing names and card events alongside public safety items and notices. It references horses such as Crown Arma, Pharlap, and Magnetic with scattered race card notes and calendar dates, reflecting a mixed betting program and local notices.
A local punter from two neighboring towns won big after placing 40 pounds on a bet tied to Meera Gay and Forbes Cup. The investment yielded around 400 pounds after taxes, with additional bets on Post Gerd in the trio or ace choice failing to pay off, marking a notable yet uneven wagering day.
The Premier addresses issues in New South Wales including overseas trade cessation, state parliament powers, and central government relations. He condemns reckless actions and stresses stabilizing subsidiaries and legislation to support state governance and economic continuity.
An unclear fragment discusses expulsions within the Labor Party and related letters or communications. The text appears garbled, with missing words and disjointed phrases, but implies internal disciplinary actions or correspondences affecting party membership. No specific names, dates, or places are readable.
The report notes Aubrey Robingon in attendance at a Forbes Show and describes his absence from the ringside enclosure. It mentions Robindon’s status as a prominent local figure and his travel back to his hometown for a show, with reference to his performance and a prize won in 1875.
Civic reception honors Chief Secretary Mr Chaffey with speeches by Aldermen and local leaders praising productivity and government efforts in the Porbew district. Attendees include J Di Law of the Chamber of Commerce and various civic figures who stress cooperation and progress.
Messrs Brooke and McCormack win NE quenaing competition staged by the Fornen Show. Metars WG Brooke and H McCormack take top honors amid a crowd featuring We CMe shop and others. Brooke praised the bullock poet of the season as scores behind 701, 760, 82, and 32 highlighted a lively event with Young second on 32.
Wednesday afternoon an explosion at a residence near Land One injures Mrs Joma Unalur and damages rooms and furniture. Firefighters battled flames threatening the home while neighbors watched. Insurance values cited include 2200 for contents and 400 for the dwelling, with the Oxford and Willam area cited in the immediate scene.
The Interstate Cricket Conference considered recommending to state associations that wider wickets be axed in internationals during the 1980/83 season and that matches be reduced to suggest alterations to play.
Performers and officials praise Scullin for receiving a London Freedom award with copies of the prize presented amid formal ceremonies. The event highlights Scullin’s service and ties to American and British communities.
A garbled town diary from Goulburn and surrounding towns records visits, family events, festive gatherings, and social notes. It mentions Mrs A Shi, several families visiting Broke and Goolagons, and a public wedding at Parkes with local dignitaries in attendance. The piece also covers a Masons lodge installation and community happenings in Sydney and nearby towns.
Readable fragments show a schedule of nightly film features including The Mighty Party and The Die Party with songs and parade acts. Mentions of actors like Beccabe and a show called A Rainbow hint at parade style entertainment.
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