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Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra) · Shows & fairs

Shows & fairs, 1938

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Show-week in Forbes Cleanliness and Brightness of Town Praised "Advocate" Congratulated

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 16 September 1938 · page 3

The clean and bright nature of the town during Show week, which made a splendid impression on visitors, the…

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Amateur Sheep Judging at West Wyalong Show McFadyen Bros. 1 and 2

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 16 September 1938 · page 3

The sheep judging competition at the West Wyalong Show, open to amateurs under 24 years of age, or any student of wool classes, was won…

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Town Band Explanation Given Regarding Show Playing

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 20 September 1938 · page 2

Mr. George Kearus. Secretary of the West Wyalong Town has asked the "Advocate" to state that it was not the fault of the Bandmaster…

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Show Dates. Wagga a Week Later Next Year. Young Will Move On A Week or Fortnight. What Will Grenfell Do?

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 22 September 1938 · page 2

The Wagga Show next year will be held on August 29th, 30th, 31st and September 1st, a week later than usual. This decision was reached at…

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"Political Flavour" Fair Rents Court Council Takes No Action

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 23 September 1938 · page 2

When letters were received from the Australian Labor Party and the Balmain Municipal Council, at the monthly meeting of the Bland Shire…

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CYCLING Big Plans for Summer Opening Carnival Soon

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 23 September 1938 · page 3

With the coming of summer, the local Cycle Club is springing to life, and has arranged its opening carnival for Sunday week, October 2…

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Mr. David Weir Still Winning Show Prizes

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 23 September 1938 · page 4

Mr. David Weir, of "Aldersyde," Wyalong, is still a successful exhibitor in show rings. Mention was previously made of his success with…

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S. P. Betting in Show Pavilion Show Committee to Act

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Monday 26 September 1938 · page 5

When dealing with suggestions submitted by committeemen, for the 1939 jubilee show, at a meeting held on Saturday afternoon last, and…

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Canowinda Show. Mr. Bruce Bembrick's Great Success. Grand Champion, 5 Champions, 11 Firsts, 3 Seconds

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Monday 26 September 1938 · page 2

"Wirega" Merino Stud was well to the fore at Canowindia Show, where Mr. Bruce Bembrick annexed the Grand Champion for Ram, five…

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Ariah Park Show Preparations Well in Hand

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 27 September 1938 · page 5

For the Ariah Park Show on Saturday, October 15. It is safe to pre[?]ct a record in all departments. En quries for schedules from all over…

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89 Years of Age Mr. Cartwright Visits Temora Show

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 27 September 1938 · page 5

Eighty nine years of age, Mr. W. J. Cartwright, now of Goulburn, but formerly of Boundary Villa, Mimosa, must have been tired shaking hands…

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Mr. Ford's Success at Temora Show Won Every Cup Including 100 Guinea Challenge

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 27 September 1938 · page 5

Attracted by the excellent prize money and trophies, some of the finest Clydesdales in the Commonwealth paraded in the…

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CYCLING Good Entries for Sunday's Carnival Many Visitors

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 30 September 1938 · page 1

Forbes Cycle Club makes its reappearance in the limelight of local sport on Sunday, when it will conduct its first big carnival of the…

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Stage Show Methodist Funds Swell Quandi. Entertainment QUANDIALLA, Wed

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 30 September 1938 · page 2

A grand concert was staged In tire Public Hall last Wednesday night. It was accorded good support, and the funds of the local Methodist Church…

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Show Prize Money

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 4 October 1938 · page 3

All prize money won at the recent West Wyalong Show is now available for payment. All prize winners within the town area are requested to…

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Cycling Carnival Public's Poor Support Little Local Interest Visiting Riders Save Day

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 4 October 1938 · page 6

With one or the best tracks in the country, cycling Forbes should enjoy a pinnacle of popularity, but on Sunday afternoon at…

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S.P. BETTING At Condobolin Show

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 7 October 1938 · page 3

These Australians will bet anywhere. The latest place in which to establish a betting shop is a show pavilion…

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Show Ball Quandi Steps Out Happy Night QUANDIALLA

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 7 October 1938 · page 9

The evening proved a most appreciated contrast regarding weather conditions, and as a consequence a goodly number who had not braved the…

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Special Trains for Sports Carnival Have Shown Loss

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 11 October 1938 · page 3

The question of engaging special trains from Lake Cargelligo and tootamuudra for the annual sports carnival to be held at West Wyalons…

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W.W. Show Committee Meeting on

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 11 October 1938 · page 1

A meeting of the Committee of the West Wyalong P.A.H. and I. Association will be held at the Memorial Hall, West Wyalong, at 2.30 p.m. on…

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