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

Shows & fairs, 1939

396 stories in Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra)'s papers · page 11 of 20

Grenfell Show

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 10 August 1939 · page 2

A reminder is given of the Grenfell Annual Show, which takes place this year on the 2nd and 23rd August. The secretary reports that there…

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Golden Jubilee Show Condobolin's Greatest Show

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Thursday 10 August 1939 · page 2

The Golden Jubilee Show, to be held next Tuesday and Wednesday, is going to far eclipse any show in the history of the association. Here are…

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The Biggest Married Couple on Earth! They Weigh 81 Stone on View at Condobolin Show

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Thursday 10 August 1939 · page 5

Visitors to Condobolin Show will be amazed at their Mammoth…

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Show Prospects Bright This Year West Wyalong Exhibition Ring Attractions to be Increased

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 2

The West Wyalong 1939 Show, acocrding to present, indications, should be one of the brightest and most successful yet staged…

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Grenfell Show

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 6

Grenfell show will be held this year on August 22 and 23. The schedule of events is a very complete one and good competition in all sections is assured…

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Show Dance Next Thursday Night

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 1

The West Wyalong Show dance, regarded for years past as one of the outstanding social events of the year, takes place in the Masonic Hall on…

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Ungarie Show Refreshment Pavilion (CONTRIBUTED)

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 3

No doubt you will be coming to the Ungarie Show on August 30th! Have you thought about your meals? The enjoyment of the day will be all the…

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Fixed at £15 Show President's Allowance

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 2

On the motion of Messrs W. G. Butler and J. W. Parker two Patrons and [?]ormer Presidents—the West Wyalong Show Committee, at its last…

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Weethalle Fifth Annual Show Next Wednesday. August 16

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 3

Had a visitor to our district been at the showground on any day recently, they would have been impressed by the evidence of the confidence…

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Sheep Dog Trials to Be Introduced At West Wyalong Show

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 1

According to a report submitted to the monthly meeting of the West Wyalong Show Committee, the sheep dog trials, to be the…

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Cattle and Pigs At West Wyalong Show Encouraging Greater Competition

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 2

Efforts are being made to stimulate greater interest in both the dairy cattle and pig classes at the West Wyalong 40th Show. Three sections…

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Weethalle Fifth Annual Show Notes on the Weather for 16th August

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 3

It is hoped that the sun will rise is usual on that, long-looked-for day but as "Old Jupiter" has been so busy over the showground lately, with…

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Mr. G.p.evans, M.L.A. To Open West Wyalong Show

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 1

West Wyalong Show Committee has decided to invite Mr. G. P. Evans, M.L.A. to officially open the Show to be held on Tuesday…

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"Smoko" Concert Is Not Justified Entertainment for Show Visitors But Hospitality Will be Extended

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 2

Although he was opposed to the abandonment of the smoke social, which has in the past been held oh the second night of the West…

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£7 7s for Fat Lambs Suitable for Export Prize Money at West Wyalong Show

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 11 August 1939 · page 1

West Wyalong Show Committee has allocated £7/7/- for prize money for the fat lamb competition at their annual show on 5th…

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Grenfell Show

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Monday 14 August 1939 · page 2

Entries are now coming in freely for the annual show, and one of the best exhibitions for years is anticipated…

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Show Dance Next Thursday Night

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 15 August 1939 · page 1

The West Wyalong Show dance regarded for years past as one pt the outstanding social events of the year, takes place in the Masonic Hall on…

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Weethalle Show Wednesday of This Week

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 15 August 1939 · page 1

The first of a series of South-western Shows will commence at Weethalle on Wednesday of this week. If favourable weather conditions…

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Sale of Rights for Cricket Season Must be Fair to Purchasers

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 15 August 1939 · page 2

According to Mr. Kelth Emmett, the West Wyalong and District Cricket Association should not take an unfair advantage of…

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C.W.A. Glance at Meeting Business Display at Show

The Forbes Advocate · Tuesday 15 August 1939 · page 2

Group representative of Condobolin, Mrs. Simmonds, addressed Forbes C.W.A. women on important phases of C.W.A. work at…

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