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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 29, 1922
Page
9
A vintage newspaper notice lists groceries, drapery, boots and shoes, machinery and motor oils, shell benzine, fruit, lolies, coal chinks and bread offered at the lowest prices.
The community frets over drought with outlook uncertain despite solar eclipse chatter. Illness persists with two pneumonia cases recovered at Albert Siding. Shearing advances slowly amid federal award disputes while rumors of war spark enlistment chatter among locals.
A Wednesday ball at Bogan Gate in aid of the Church of England bazaar fund drew about thirty couples, with fine music and supper. The following night a juvenile ball attracted around 40 children, showcasing numerous costumes and prize winners. The event raised £20, with thanks to the organizers and donors, and other local notices included eclipse observations, a marriage presentation for Miss V Ferguson, a tennis match between Bogan Gate and Gunning Gap, and staffing and transport updates for the area.
Anxious observers tracked the solar event with care as Thursday dawned clear. Children gathered in the playground while adults awaited the first glimpse, and the spectacle lasted two hours with only a rare passing cloud. The writer notes the rainless spell and ongoing Dust King conditions, meanwhile reporting slow improvement for Annie Murray and a weeklong respite for the aboole.
Profile of ENGINEER O'SULLIVAN later known as Hornsby and Sona based in Sydney. Specializes in steam oil gas suction engines pumping plants and general machinery repairs. Messages may be left with Mrs W. A. Poley Lachlan Street.
The district notes crops with many good yields and some poor ones despite inches of rain and drought risk. A windstorm brought dust and a 1 inch rain, unroofing hay stacks. A charity concert at the School of Arts boosted the Rectory fund with performances by Miss Ingram, Miss Lake, Mr Rosa, and others. the event drew full halls and praise. Mrs J Jones’s health declined sharply. a church box war is planned for October 28.
Light rain refreshed crops and grass across Quandialla as wheat heads emerge. A large crowd attended the Lemora Show despite rain with over 500 cars noted on ground and more for hire. Local trotting and Temora races drew patrons. J Pratt’s Patch placed second while Almour was unplaced. Quandialla cricket beat Briharé by 20 runs, Troy top-scored with 29. Tennis results favored Bland over Quandialla 4 sets to 10 games. Community notices include engagement plans, a hospital stay for Mr Mary Pearce, and local court actions with fines for animal and rabbit offences.
The young troupe impressed the audience with disciplined singing and acting. Names listed include Mary Smith, Wave Connell, Ollie Weet, Rugle Weat, Henne Medlyn, Joan Medlyn, Rhana Medlyn, Aulie Turner, and Doris Mahoney. The piece notes bright prospects for younger artists and reports a forthcoming tennis tournament and local sports days, with scores to be published next week.
Champsaur Wines invites trial orders to prove quality on par with famed districts. J B Reymond & Sons Ltd promotes Forbes wines including port sherry muscat claret and hock at low prices. Champsaur Vineyard Forbes backs local production.
H D Hurley announces takeover of the Bogan Gate Hotel with continued public support. All liquors true to label. Commercial and public dining rooms, excellent cuisine, first-rate stabling, hot and cold baths. Every convenience with best service. Phone 9, Bogan Gate.
Luxurigua seven Dussunger cylinder Lourleg car for hire and repair services listed. Agencies include Dalgetty & Co oil and gas engineer, Worsley Shearing Machines, Alas Assurance Co life fire crop, 8. &. B Cycles and Motors, Vortegene LX.L windmills, Buick and Chevrolet care local agent. Ample storage for cars and motor cycles. Phone 16 AY OH night.
John McGrath announces that Lobel will continue to run the popular hotel formerly Moree, promising the best lines and Evrly accommodation. The establishment will maintain excellent table service and offer the finest beers wines and spirits to guests.
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