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

Shows & fairs, 1944

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Late Mr S. LUDLOW. Show Committee's Tribute

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 18 May 1944 · page 2

Before commencing the business of the meeting of the West Wyalong Show Committee on Saturday last, the President (Mr W. A. Buttenshaw)…

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Prize Money Up for West Wyalong Show Schedule Revised

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 18 May 1944 · page 2

At a meeting of the West Wyalong Show Committee which was held in the Literary [?]titute on Saturday afternoon, most of the time was spent…

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Show Committee

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Thursday 25 May 1944 · page 1

A meeting of the above was held at the Royal Hotel last Saturday afternoon. Present: Messrs R. J. Kerley (President), E. M…

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Show and Rodeo Finalising Schedule Committee Meets

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 2 June 1944 · page 1

Mr. Neil McPhillamy presided ever a well-attended meeting of the committee of Forbes P.A. & H. Association, held at the office of the…

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£3055 PROFIT On Forbes Patriotic Races and Carnival Balance Sheet Prepared

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 2 June 1944 · page 1

The treasurer Mr. E. A. Clarence, of the recent combined race meeting, queen competition and street carnival, in aid of the Forbes…

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Ungarie's Big Carnival On

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 5 June 1944 · page 1

A final reminder is given that the big gymkhana, which is being conducted by the Ungarie District Catholic Sports Committee, will be held on the…

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Show Dates Now 8th and 9th August

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Monday 5 June 1944 · page 2

At the committee meeting held last (Saturday afternoon, at the Imperial Hotel, the following were present:-- Messrs. R. J. Kerley (President), A…

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£3055 Profit on Forbes Patriotic Races and Carnival

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 8 June 1944 · page 2

The Treasurer. Mr. E. A. Clarence, of the recent combined race meeting queen competition and street carnival, in aid of the Forbes comforts Fund…

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Red Cross Day Street Carnival on

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 15 June 1944 · page 1

To-morrow (Friday) is being celebrated as Red Cross Day throughout the State. The West Wyalong branch will sell badges to-morrow, and will…

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Meeting of Show Committee Many Matters Dealt With Indications of Successful Show This Year

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 15 June 1944 · page 2

The President. (Mr. W. A. Buttenshaw) presided over a meeting of the West Wyalong Show Committee on Saturday last, and there were also…

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West Wyalong Show Donations and Special Prizes

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 15 June 1944 · page 1

On page four in this issue appears a list of donations promised to the President for the 1944 Show, also a list of those who have donated specials…

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Weethalle Show Public Holiday Requested

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 19 June 1944 · page 1

In compliance with a request by the Weethalle P. and A. Society, Bland Shire Council, on the motion of Crs. Crook and Wallace, have decided to…

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Show Committee Meeting

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Thursday 22 June 1944 · page 2

There was a good attendance at the meeting held last Saturday afternoon. Everything appears to be going along well…

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W.W. Trots for Patriotic and Hospital Funds Carnival Night Suggested

The West Wyalong Advocate · Monday 26 June 1944 · page 2

At an adjourned public meeting, which was held at the Literary institute on Thursday night last, it was decided that the trotting meeting,…

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Nove' Prize for Cargelligo Show

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 29 June 1944 · page 1

Mr. H. J. Griffiths, of Gubbata, has very generously donated a free service to his well known thoroughbred stallion. Gilt Edge, as first prize for…

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Forbes Show Finalising Arrangements Appointment of Judges

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 30 June 1944 · page 1

Copy for the schedule of the Forbes sheep show, rodeo and carnival, to be held on Wednesday, August 30, was placed in the…

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Show Committee Meeting

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Monday 3 July 1944 · page 2

There was a good attendance at meeting held last Saturday afternoon, presided over by Mr. R. J. Kerley, President…

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Show Committee Motion of Sympathy Show Matters Dealt with

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 6 July 1944 · page 4

The President (Mr. W. A. Battenshaw) occupied the chair at a meeting of the Show Committeer which was held at the Literary Institute on…

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Ungarie Hospital Carnival Meeting of Ladies

The West Wyalong Advocate · Thursday 6 July 1944 · page 1

As will be seen by advertisement in this issue, a meeting of all ladies in the Ungarie district is called for Saturday. 15th July, at the Memorial…

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Caught Red-handed Thief at Forbes Show Ground Young Man Convicted

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 7 July 1944 · page 1

A young man, Arthur William Ernest Edwards, who recently came here from Booth Australia, was detained by Pte. George Clarence…

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