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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 29, 1914
Page
2
The fortune family of the 42nd regiment prepares to depart for an encampment in Sydney this afternoon. The mother of the Forbes company accompanies the unit, signaling support and morale before travel.
In Werriwa, latent upset over bunding faces Mr Lynch of the Lab team and Mr Conroy of the Lib party. Only a few ballots remain unsettled, hinting Lynch may secure a return while contest remains tight and uncertain.
A Sydney annual dinner marking the New Zealand inauguration fostered democratic bonds between Australians and New Zealanders. Reports note the Sanitary Inspectorate stating only cleanliness rather than abolition of drive in metro operations, and a ministerial pledge to uphold industrial law. The Broken Hill mine plans Monday resumption, a motor car crash near Uralla-Armidale injuries, and a parliamentary note on Canterbury Labour gains with No Liberal contest. The Wheat seizure figure remains, barrister Joh Steblin obituary, and temporary sergeant activities noted in state parliament.
An obituary notice announces the funeral of Wilhel Klamb L. The service is at the Caledonian Hotel on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. The ad appears in the Hamilton newspaper and notes the prominent nature of the deceased.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Trade Poles Court session on Friday related to the Forbes Husturen Protection Board and racing defendants including J Crawley in Rardungh and Crow Toy in Maire. The text is garbled and partially illegible, obscuring key actions and outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a strike vote by a group named Coutmnuntal Goody and protests facing rising prices. Mentions will fronts and judges with Rentwin the Sune while the present wlocley jant. Overall content is unclear and partially garbled.
Prime Young Turkeys Duclew Vowls Eaen Superior Furniture Buldfu and Harness Horses. Also Oren Arcietes.
The oblong race meet features top performers and notable owners preparing for autumn events. The crowd expects strong showings from leading sires and their progeny as part of the season’s highlight.
Fragmentary notes from Eugowra announce the seventh annual show starting tomorrow. Weather is reported fair with eight large alimonte on display. Secretary Mrs Byer forecasts a strong turnout and praises the preparations. An item mentions 50 yarns of yarn at the show and a feast.
The Court of England Howar show is planned for Wednesday and Thursday of the week with displays of bloom and garden entries. The event promises showy exhibits while Walter Aupaiy and others will judge. entries close tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock at the Bull.
An unreadable OCR snippet hints at gold and mining topics with scattered proper nouns and dates but lacks a coherent event or outcome. Names, places, and times are garbled, offering no clear reportable facts suitable for a fuller summary.
Fragmented OCR text lists names and figures from a show or event. Mentions include Bloni Atal Vian, Tayloe, CT Mazellon, Fenton, Mar Wey 40, and others with unclear roles. No coherent narrative or clear outcomes can be extracted.
The fragment depicts local militia and volunteers during a wartime surge. Citizens form bands to bolster defense, with references to uniforms, local towns, and the mobilization of men for battlefield support. Names and places are obscured by OCR errors, but the tone conveys community mobilization and civilian war effort.
A number of workers from the falls heading to the military camp in Hydney are in bad Lamar. Many have quit good jobs or the shearlie sheds to attend camp. Upon return to Fortan most sheds will be cut, and the lysban cow of ailing to their shearing shegites will be game.
The State Battery reports a mixed, incomplete note about a proposed public meeting at Forbes. The letter mentions J. Patterson and a visit to Forbes, with reference to funding aid and lodging at a Vandenhern Motel, but the text is garbled and local officials are not clearly identified.
A reader letter arrives under the pen name Patriotic criticizing a patriotic town dance incident. The editor notes no personal attack on individuals and says the author’s name would appear at the foot if published.
At Homebush yesterday the cattle yarded with the marker noting quality and prices. Bullocks, cows and sheep were penned with 42,000 sheep recorded. Prices ranged for different grades from 2 to 10 shillings for various stock, with substantial turnout and activity noted across the yard.
Prices for merino arrivals show uneven demand with reports of uncertain sizes and variable wavy top quality. Dealers note a tilt toward owners, while weekly consignments are forwarded by Mr St Balto, Westaver, and Wellington.
A fragmentary notice outlines an upcoming concert on October 7 with plans for a second date, plus extensive advertising for Parker and white canvas boots, tailored outfits, and whisky brands. It mentions names Ruthie Cat Forbes Lowell Hendon and various fashion items, emphasizing new styles and promotions.
A noisy Bayhurey pacing day features pacing events at Bayhurey with top entrants and favorites. Notable horses include Gyoning Handiag Lord Fangeds Telegram Maywetl and many others, with times and weights listed for a variety of classes and a focus on the winner in Hawrawra races. Various colors, horse names, and jockeys appear amid scattered results and handicaps as the meeting wraps.
In Forbes Court matters, Jamies Dibney faced a PM morning charge for drunkenness with a 20/ fine or 14 days, while bets were tied to a 6 or 30. Licensing Court renewals were granted for Geo Bunny of Tatturells Hotel and Siinny J Lawson of the Fedorst Motet, with a transfer hearing for the Beenge of the Clu Honne Hotel from Laurence Wallace to John Martin adjourned yesterday. Sidney J Lawson, of Forbes, testified and Callaghan bail details were noted, with Parkes promising to attend the next Quarter Sessions and CPS set to action.
Thewlare Keruume a showman faced Forbes court on charges arising from a gambling machine incident at a local venue. The proceedings covered alleged use of an instrument in play and questions about eligibility for participation, while testimony referenced a telegraph operator and other players in Sydney and Orange. The case highlighted disputes over legality and the judge’s plans to hear evidence before a verdict.
A correspondent reports grim scenes at the Marne where German troops clash and lie fallen in ranks. Bodies, their uniforms visible, point toward the sky as comrades perish. The scene conveys chaos and solemnity amid retreat and heavy casualties.
In Europe today the German military caste is described as repelling Allied assaults as fighting rages across Cracow and Praein. Reports claim Russian losses and German gains near several fortress positions while Kaiser reportedly suffers lung inflammation after a trench incident. A Paris dispatch notes German attacks on Allied sea lanes and a large church parade marks the day.
War prizes in Sydney reported on a German steamer detained near Port Philip with a Victorian prize court order. The document was issued for the attention of the rivals, awaiting a further underconfirmation.
Raw twelve German prisoners of war arrived in Watlington New Zealand and were placed. Names and details are incomplete but indicate transfer and processing of POWs during the conflict.
A Tuesday auction in Randwick offered ten more items to support Belgian children. The proceeds were used to provide basic needs such as clothing and education, aiding the Tolglaus and the Allie in relief efforts.
The patriotic Sydney fund has reached a new total of £284,520 as of Tuessday. Fundraisers note continued community support while authorities praise volunteers for rapid contributions across the city.
The Patriot ic Fund notes recent donations including a ten shilling gift from Mr L Kennedy and contributions from Messrs T and P Cannan. A patriotic social is planned at Mrs Jer's residence in Crams Wi on Friday. The fundraiser, chaired by Mr Mun, continues with volunteers coordinating drives and invitations extended to local helpers and friends.
The Forbes municipality issues a public meeting notice for a town hall session with anti-typhoid work to be conducted. The schedule lists attendance for several dates and names of officials, detailing times from 2.30 to 4.80 p.m. and noting repeated weekly attendance requirements for participants.
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