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Broken Hill & the Far West · Pictures, dances & concerts

Pictures, dances & concerts, 1908

431 stories in Broken Hill & the Far West's papers · page 18 of 22

Crystal Theatre

Barrier Daily Truth · Thursday 3 December 1908 · page 2

In accordance with Mr. Bert Sayers' announced intention of closing his amusement resorts, to-night (Thursday) will witness the last performance of his…

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The Piper[?]m Band Its Resignation Accepted

Barrier Miner · Thursday 3 December 1908 · page 2

Consequent upon the diabandment of the Seottish Pipers' Band, as reported in yesterday's "Miner," a special meeting of the counceil of the…

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The Pipers' Band. Decision to Disband. Dissatisfaction Among Members

Barrier Miner · Thursday 3 December 1908 · page 4

Ever since the publication of the programme for the forthcoming New Year's Day Caledonian Sports, great dissatisfaction has manifested itself…

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Masquerade Ball

Barrier Daily Truth · Friday 4 December 1908 · page 3

An enjoyable dance was held at the Burke Ward Institute last night. Prizes were offered for the best dressed dancers and characteristic dresses, and…

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Amusements. Crystal Theatre

Barrier Daily Truth · Friday 4 December 1908 · page 3

Sayers' All Star Company concluded a season of two years' continuous performing, in the Crystal Theatre last night, when a fine audience assembled…

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Amusements. Theatre Royal

Barrier Miner · Saturday 5 December 1908 · page 5

The Empire Hall Vaudeville Company will make its week-end transfer to the Theatre Royal to-night. All the old favorites, headed by Miss Lyla…

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Band Concert

Barrier Daily Truth · Monday 7 December 1908 · page 2
Also in Barrier Miner

From the Central Park Rotunda last night the Broken Hill Band rendered a choice programme of instrumental items, included in which were…

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Lenard's Pictures

Barrier Miner · Monday 7 December 1908 · page 4
Also in Barrier Daily Truth

Lenard's Pictures attracted a crowded audience to the Town Hall last night, and the pleasure of watching the moving scenes was counted greater than…

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Amusements. Theatre Royal

Barrier Daily Truth · Monday 7 December 1908 · page 2
Also in Barrier Miner

That vandeville is popular form of entertainment in Broken Hill, cannot be gainsaid, and notwithstanding the excessive neat indoors, the Theatre Royal was…

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West's Pictures

Barrier Daily Truth · Wednesday 9 December 1908 · page 4

It would have been a great pity if, in accordance with Mr. Bert Sayers' avowed intention of closing his amusement resort for three months, the…

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The Caledonian Society. the Question of the Pipers Band

Barrier Miner · Wednesday 9 December 1908 · page 4

The regular meeting of the Caledonian Society was held at the Centennial Hotel last night, when there was a large attendance of members…

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Broken Hill Art Gallery. Mrs. Clay, London, Presents Valuable Pictures Through Ald. Dr. Booth

Barrier Daily Truth · Thursday 10 December 1908 · page 3

Having been informed by the Deputy Mayor that a large number of valuable off paintings and engravings had been presented to the Broken Hill Art…

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Lenard's Pictures

Barrier Daily Truth · Friday 11 December 1908 · page 3

As will be seen in our advertising columns, Mr. Lenard will present another change of his capital pictures in the Town Hall on Sunday night. A…

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The Art Callery. Presentation by Mrs. Camp Bell Clay. Collection of Pictures and Engravings

Barrier Miner · Friday 11 December 1908 · page 3

A handsome and extensive presentation of pictures has been made to the Broken Hill Art Gallery by Mrs. Campbell Clay, who is the wife of a…

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Lenard's Pictures

Barrier Miner · Saturday 12 December 1908 · page 5

Lenard's moving pictures have become quite a popular institution at the Town Hall on Sunday nights, and are invariably well patronised. To-morrow…

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Amusements. Theatre Royal

Barrier Miner · Saturday 12 December 1908 · page 5

The Empire Vaudeville Company will appear at the Theatre Royal tonight in a new and up-to-date programme. On this occasion patrons will…

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The Theatre Royal

Barrier Daily Truth · Saturday 12 December 1908 · page 3

Mr. Los. Hayward's Company will present a fresh programme at the Threatre Royal to-ing. It will be the last appearance of Geo. Pagden and Miss Kitty…

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