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Shows & fairs, 1908

482 stories in Hunter Valley's papers · page 14 of 25

Skating Carnival

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Thursday 11 June 1908 · page 2

The grand skating carnival announced to be held in the Adelphi Skating Rink last evening had to be postponed in consequence of the inclemency of the weather. The…

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St. John's Fair

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Friday 12 June 1908 · page 4

will be observed by advertisement in this [?]that the fair in aid of St. John's Cathedral [?] arranged at a meeting of ladies on Sunday will be opened in the Town Hall on Saturday,…

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Skating Carnival

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Saturday 13 June 1908 · page 4

The grand skating carnival held at tho Adelphi Skating Rink last evening was only fairly attended, but the hall was attractively illuminated and decorated,…

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[?] Fruit Show

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Saturday 13 June 1908 · page 5

[?] colonial fruit show of the [?] Society the New Zealand Government [?] of 100 varieties of apples and [?] the society's gold medal…

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Shrepbreeders' Show. No Special Excursions. (By Telegraph). Sydney

Singleton Argus · Saturday 13 June 1908 · page 4

Consequent upon the visit of the American fleet, and the poor attendance at previous shows, the Railway Commissioners have decided not to run…

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The Brisbane Show

Singleton Argus · Tuesday 16 June 1908 · page 4

The 33rd annual show will be held in Bowen Park, 10th to 15th August, and we are informed, by Mr C A. Arvier, the Secretary, that prospects have never…

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Colonial Fruit Show

Singleton Argus · Tuesday 16 June 1908 · page 2

At the colonial fruit show of the Horticultural Society the New Zealand Government exhibit of 100 varieties of apples and pears was awarded the…

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Franco-british Exhibition. the Opening. Romance of Millions. Empire Exhibits

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Wednesday 17 June 1908 · page 3

In most unfortunate weather—an icy downpour of rain—the Franco-British, on, Entente Cordiale, Exhibition was opened at Shepherd's Bush, London, by the Prince of Wales on…

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Olympic Horse Show

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Friday 19 June 1908 · page 5

The horse show at the Olympic panics, being hotel in connection with the Franco-British Exhibition, eclipses last year's show. Sixty continental military officers…

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National Agricultural Show, Brisbane

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Saturday 20 June 1908 · page 4

The 33rd annual show, will be held, in Bowon-Park 10th to 15th August, and we are informed by Mr. C. A. Arvier, the secretary that prospects have never at so early a…

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Franco-british Exhibition. the Opening. Romance of Millions. Empire Exhibits

The Maitland Weekly Mercury · Saturday 20 June 1908 · page 6

In most unfortunate weather—an icy downpour of rain—the Franco-British, or Entente Cordiale, Exhibition was opened at Shepherd's Bush, London, by the Prince of Wales on…

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The Franco-british Exhibition

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Wednesday 24 June 1908 · page 3

The Prince of Wales, in opening the great Frence-British Exhibition, said:—"It is with much gratification that the Princess of Wales and I are present on this…

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Skating Carnival

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Saturday 27 June 1908 · page 4

A grand poster carnival will be held in Adelphi Skating Rink on Friday evening next, when prizes will be given for the best dressed pair, the best drapery and grocery advertisements,…

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Show Ground Rates

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Saturday 27 June 1908 · page 2
Also in The Muswellbrook Chronicle

At the meeting of the Municipal Council, held on the 17th instant, it was decided to send a question to the Local Government Association of New South Wales that had…

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Franco-british Exhibition. Out Magnificent Display

Singleton Argus · Saturday 27 June 1908 · page 1

The London "Dally Mail" states that the great hall in which the Australian courts are set in the Franco-British Exhibition are a revelation to the British…

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Flower Show

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Wednesday 1 July 1908 · page 3

A flower show and sale of work, under the auspices of St. Peter's, East Maitland, will be held in the Mechanics' Institute, on October 7 and 8. Schedule of flower show, and all…

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Proposed Sports Carnival. Benefit for Hospital and Benevolent Home

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Wednesday 1 July 1908 · page 4

A public meeting convened by Mr. H. Atkinson, was held at the Town Hall this afternoon, for the purpose of arranging a sports carnival, in aid of the Maitland Hospital and Benevolent…

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The Franco-british Exhibition. the Australian Display

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Friday 3 July 1908 · page 2

A month of hard work and a few days of dry, warm weather have made a world of difference at Shepherd's Bush. True, there is still much to be done. But the Australasian exhibits, at…

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Skating Carnival

The Maitland Daily Mercury · Saturday 4 July 1908 · page 4

A grand poster carnival was held in the Adelphi Skating Rink last evening, and despite the rain there was a very good attendance. The promoters have been, very…

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