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Clarence Valley & Coffs Harbour · Shows & fairs

Shows & fairs, 1916

283 stories in Clarence Valley & Coffs Harbour's papers · page 8 of 15

Letters to the Editor. the Show

Daily Examiner · Saturday 20 May 1916 · page 5

Sir,--As a visitor to the town, I was very interested in the Grafton Show. While expressing my appreciation, may I add that it was to me very regrettable to see, the lack…

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Maclean Show

The Grafton Argus and Clarence River General Advertiser · Monday 22 May 1916 · page 2
Also in Daily Examiner

Arrangements are working smoothly for the success of the Maclean Show to-morrow and Wednesday. Entries in the various sections have come in in…

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Ulmarra Show

Daily Examiner · Monday 22 May 1916 · page 2

The final meeting of the committee was held on Friday evening, Mr. F. Turnbull presiding. There were also present: Messrs. G. Kelly, C. Napper, A. H. Spring, W. Daley. A…

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Ulmarra Show. the Privileges Sold

The Grafton Argus and Clarence River General Advertiser · Monday 22 May 1916 · page 2

Everything promises well for a very successful Ulmarra Show on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week. Entries are special prizes are both coming in…

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Ulmarra Show

The Grafton Argus and Clarence River General Advertiser · Wednesday 24 May 1916 · page 3
Also in Daily Examiner

A special notice in this issue indicates that, as a result of additional donations being received, the management have resolved to substantially…

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Maclean Show. Opened in Fine Weather

Daily Examiner · Wednesday 24 May 1916 · page 4

The twenty-sixth annual exhibition of the Lower Clarence Agricultural Society was opened yesterday in perfect weather. The attendance was well up to the average of…

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Show Carnival

The Raleigh Sun · Friday 26 May 1916 · page 2

The Bollinger River Agricultural Show Carnival eventuated on the local grounds on Wednesday last. The weather was not altogeteer…

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Ulmarra Show

Daily Examiner · Friday 26 May 1916 · page 2
Also in The Grafton Argus and Clarence River General Advertiser

Attention is drawn to a list of additional special prizes offered in connection with Ulmarra Show next week, several new prizes being offered. Entries are due to close on…

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Sporting. the Turf. the July Carnival

The Grafton Argus and Clarence River General Advertiser · Friday 26 May 1916 · page 5

The programmes are advertised in this issue of the C.R.J.C.'s annual rate meetings.in July (19 and 20) and of the L.V.J.C.'s annual meeting two days…

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Local and General. Show Takings

Daily Examiner · Friday 26 May 1916 · page 2

The total takings for both days at the Grafton Show were £208 11s 3d. For both days of the previous year the takings were£188 16s 6d…

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Ulmarra Show

Daily Examiner · Saturday 27 May 1916 · page 4

This popular fixture takes place on Small Park, Ulmarra, on Tuesday and Wednesday next. The official opening takes place on Tuesday at noon, and will be performed by…

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Brisbane Show

Daily Examiner · Monday 29 May 1916 · page 2

The annual carnival of the Queensland National Association, which this year will be held on 14th to 19th August, promises to be one of the most successful of that…

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Ulmarra Show. Good Prospects of Success

The Grafton Argus and Clarence River General Advertiser · Monday 29 May 1916 · page 2

To-morrow will witness the opening of the thirteenth Ulmarra Show, an institution always popular with stockowners of the Clarence, and at which…

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Ulmarra Show. Record Exhibition Assured

Daily Examiner · Tuesday 30 May 1916 · page 8

The show opens to-day, and everything points to one of the most successful exhibitions yet held at that centre eventuating. Indications favour ideal weather, whilst the…

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Royal Agricultural Society Annual Meeting

Daily Examiner · Tuesday 30 May 1916 · page 2

The Annual meeting of the Royal Agricultural Society was held at the society's rooms, in Moore-street, Sydney, on Friday afternoon, Mr [?]n, the president, being in the…

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Local and General. Maclean Show

Daily Examiner · Tuesday 30 May 1916 · page 4

Amended results in the painting section of this Show are:--Landscape from Copy: Mrs G. Henderson. Black and White Oil Painting: Miss A. Biddle. Painting, and Subject:…

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The Land. the Ulmarra Show

Daily Examiner · Tuesday 30 May 1916 · page 3

The annual exhibition at Ulmarra will be held to-day and to-morrow. This makes the third show in the district in as many consecutive weeks, and indicates that the Clarence…

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