Australian newspapers
1803 – 1954
Old Local Papers
Every story
read free on Trove

These are historical newspapers. Some stories use language and express views that are offensive today.

← Shows & fairs, all years

Central West (Bathurst, Orange, Mudgee) · Shows & fairs

Shows & fairs, 1916

665 stories in Central West (Bathurst, Orange, Mudgee)'s papers · page 4 of 34

Another Monster Carnival

Leader · Friday 28 January 1916 · page 4

Another monster carnival is being arranged by Mr. R. L. Baker on the Sydney sports ground, and in the Stadium, this time in aid of the Light…

Continued on Trove, page 4 →

Orange Show

Leader · Friday 28 January 1916 · page 7

The secretary of the A and P. Association recently communicated by letter with the less accessible members, and supporters of the show, with…

Continued on Trove, page 7 →

Show Ground Entertainment

National Advocate · Saturday 29 January 1916 · page 2

A first-rate mixed programme is in hand for Tuesday night's inaugural entertainment at the Show Ground…

Continued on Trove, page 2 →

A Popular Show

National Advocate · Saturday 29 January 1916 · page 2

As a real "dump dispeller," Ad Cree, the Scotch comic man, appearing at the Masonic Hall to-night, can be confidently recommended. Naturally…

Continued on Trove, page 2 →

A Fair Exchange

Leader · Monday 31 January 1916 · page 3

The monkey has a yard of tail, His ears are very small; The rabbit's ear is like a sall, Scarce tail has he at all…

Continued on Trove, page 3 →

Gulgong Carnival Notes

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Monday 31 January 1916 · page 4

The [?] in this week's issue of the "Advertiser" is well worth glancing over. Donations to the amount of [?] have…

Continued on Trove, page 4 →

Mudgee Race Club. Arranging the Show Meeting

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Monday 31 January 1916 · page 2

A committee meeting of the Mudgee Race Club was held on Thursday evening last, Mr. W T. Hattersley being in the chair…

Continued on Trove, page 2 →

Prize Coupons Clever Show Ground Trick an Interesting Case. Conviction of Young Men Confirmed

The Bathurst Times · Wednesday 2 February 1916 · page 4

During the last Grenfell Show in September last Alfred Burke and George Saunders, two young men, were arrested on the ground "for giving…

Continued on Trove, page 4 →

Agricultural Society's Meeting Postponed

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 3 February 1916 · page 19

The President of the Mudgee Agricultural Society. (Mr. V. D. Cox) has authorised the secretary to postpone the regular meeting of the Society,…

Continued on Trove, page 19 →

Gulgong District Carnival

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 3 February 1916 · page 20

The Gulgong District Carnival will be held on the Gulgong Showground on Wednesday, February 23, 1916, under the auspices of the Gulgong…

Continued on Trove, page 20 →

Show Notes

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 3 February 1916 · page 18

The recent storm played havoc with the trotting track, but the Ground Committee have inspected it and are making arrangements to get…

Continued on Trove, page 18 →

Mudgee Show

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 3 February 1916 · page 20

The Mudgee A., P., H., and I. Association's 34th annual exhibition will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday March 21, 22 and 23…

Continued on Trove, page 20 →

Gulgong's Carnival Queen. First Nomination

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 3 February 1916 · page 18

Miss Amy Taylor, Tallowing, has been nominated by Mr. J. D. Jones as a candidate in the Queen of the Carnival Competition…

Continued on Trove, page 18 →

Fire at Country Show Ground

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 3 February 1916 · page 30

The industrial hall and poultry shed at the Forbes show ground were destroyed by fire. The outbreak started amongst some straw…

Continued on Trove, page 30 →

In the Wet Kookaburras Arrive Reception at the Show Ground. Fine Body of Men. March of 250 Miles Concluded

The Bathurst Times · Friday 4 February 1916 · page 4

Through heavy rain, marching in perfect time, and with a true soldierly bearing, a squad of just on a hundred stalwart sons of the out-back…

Continued on Trove, page 4 →

Arrival in the Rain Reception at Show Ground. a Strenuous March. Good Recruiting En Route. Just on a Hundred

National Advocate · Friday 4 February 1916 · page 4

Just on a hundred strong and looking An the pink of condition after their march of 247 miles from Toorawheenah to Bathurst, the Kookaburras…

Continued on Trove, page 4 →

Show Association Funds Meeting of Trustees. Funds Revert to Mortgagee

The Bathurst Times · Saturday 5 February 1916 · page 6

At the conclusion of the special meeting of the A.M. & P. Association yesterday, a meeting of the trustees of the Association was held, at which…

Continued on Trove, page 6 →

"In Aid of the Red Cross." a Recent Exhibition. Chief Secretary Threatens Prosecution. Sydney

The Bathurst Times · Saturday 5 February 1916 · page 5

The Chief Secretary has received a report from the Auditor-General regarding the recent "Ideal Home" exhibition in the Sydney Town Hall…

Continued on Trove, page 5 →

Show Committee Well-attended Special Meeting Secretary's and Caretaker's Services. Should Trey Be Retained? Saving Interest on Funds

The Bathurst Times · Saturday 5 February 1916 · page 6

Another record attendance on the part of members of the Bathurst A.H. & p. Association was registered at a special meeting held yesterday…

Continued on Trove, page 6 →

A.H. and P. Association Position of Secretary and Caretaker Discussed. Application to Defence Department for Compensation. Repayment of Loan Money Decided On. Notice of Motion to Hold One Day Show

National Advocate · Saturday 5 February 1916 · page 3

The Bathurst A.H. and P. Council met yesterday under the chairmanship of Mr. W. J. McPhillamy (President) to consider their course of action…

Continued on Trove, page 3 →