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Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra) · Pictures, dances & concerts

Pictures, dances & concerts, 1938

786 stories in Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra)'s papers · page 2 of 40

Studio Theatre "Charlie Chan at the Opera"

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 18 January 1938 · page 6

His back to the wall, a knife at his throat, the world's slyest sleuth. Charlie Chan, battles for his life In the most thrilling and exciting of the…

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Heat No Worry Ironbarks Folk Dance On C. of E. Effort IRONBARKS, Mon

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 18 January 1938 · page 3

In spite of the heat of Wednesday night a mast representative gathering of residents of Ironbarks and surrounding districts gathered at the…

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Sesqui-centenary Ball

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 20 January 1938 · page 4

A letter was received from the Sesqui-Centenary Committee in regard to assistance in organising the big ball…

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General News the Talkies Royal Theatre

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 20 January 1938 · page 5

"A Family Affair," with Lionel Barrymore, Cecilia Parker and Eric Linden. A story of typical small town life…

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Studio Theatre "Stolen Holiday"

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 January 1938 · page 12

Kay Francis, perpetual favorite in this city, comes to the screen of the Studio Theatre in "Stolen Holiday," a First National film, which depicts the…

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Strand Theatre "Night Must Fall"

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 January 1938 · page 6

At the Strand Theatre to-night the audience will be startled and pleased by one of the most unique films that has been presented from Hollywood. It…

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Rumors Denied Theatre Blayney No Foundation to Wild Stories

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 21 January 1938 · page 5

Wild rumors have been circulating in Blayuey recently that another attempt to blow up or burn the Theatre Blayney, was to be made…

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Mr. Compton's Escape Excellent Pictures Taken Prompt Action Saves Serious Accident

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 21 January 1938 · page 1

At present on view at Brereton's Pharmacy, West' Wyalong, are three excellent pictures showing the lucky escape that Mr. Stanley Compton,…

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Cabaret Dance

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Monday 24 January 1938 · page 2

The new additions to The Western Stores are about completed, and prior to the basement being furnished the occasion is being taken by the staff…

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General News the Talkies Royal Theatre, Tuesday, Wednesday &

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Monday 24 January 1938 · page 1

"After the Thin Man," with William Powell and Myrna Loy. Sequel to "The Thin Man." The mixture of comedy and…

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Log Cabin Ball

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 25 January 1938 · page 1

All roads will lead to Goolagong tomorrow (Anniversary) night, when the Log Cabin opening ball will take place. Up to 1000 patrons can be…

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Strand Theatre "Marie Walewska"

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 25 January 1938 · page 5

The plot of "Marie Walewska" deals with Napoleon's visit to Poland, where he meets the Polish Countess who becomes the great love of his life, and…

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Studio Theatre "Hearts in Re-union" Dionne Quintuplets Appear

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 25 January 1938 · page 6

Suspense gives way to heart tugs, pathos yields to hilarious laughter, and dramatic strife alternates with charming romance in "Hearts in Re Union,"…

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General News the Talkies Royal Theatre, Saturday. "Charlie Chan on Broadway," with Warner Oland

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 27 January 1938 · page 1

Called into action on New York's, great white way, Charlie Chau invades the night clubs to seek the killer whose double murder casts a shadow of terror over Manhattan's…

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Spacious Dance Floor

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 28 January 1938 · page 2

Tourist class passengers on the new P. and O. liner "Stratheden" are provided with ample recreation space. Pictured above is the dancing deck. The "Stratheden" was constructed in England for the United Kingdom-Bombay-Australia service and embodies alt the latest improvements in…

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Strand Theatre "Way Out West"

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 28 January 1938 · page 4

"Way Out West" is full of chuckles and guffaws from its opening reel to the final fadeout. You'll roar when Stan and Ollie start a flirtation with…

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Studio Theatre "Wife, Doctor and Nurse"

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 28 January 1938 · page 10

Drama with a twinkle in its eye and a catch in its heart for every wife whose husband works with another woman--for every husband whose wife…

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Monwonga Sports Spoiled by Weather Threats No Dance at Night

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 28 January 1938 · page 4

The Forbes Ambulance was to have received approximately three parts of the proceeds of the Monwonga sports meeting conducted at…

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Flannel Ball Successful Eugowra Function 150 Couples Attend EUGOWRA

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 28 January 1938 · page 4

The Flannel Ball, held last night in aid of the Cricket and Bowling clubs, was one of the most successful and enjoyable ever held in Eugowra…

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Studio Theatre Lighting Electrical Contractor Succeeds Small Debts Claim

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 28 January 1938 · page 9

In the local Small Debts Court on Tuesday, Walter Heffernan proceeded against M. A. Moroney, proprietor of the Studio Theatre…

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