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Macarthur (Camden & Campbelltown) · Shows & fairs

Shows & fairs, 1950

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Camden A. H. & I. Society Preparation for Camden Show, March 23, 24, 25

Camden News · Thursday 19 January 1950 · page 1

A representative gathering of the Committee of the Camden A. H. and I. society met on Monday night, Mr. E. H. K. Downes, president, presiding,…

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Camden Show March 23, 24 and 25

Camden News · Thursday 9 February 1950 · page 1

In response from a request made by the Secretary of the Camden A. H. and I. Society, Mr. W. O. Kerr, the railway authorities have…

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Berry Show Takings

The Picton Post · Thursday 16 February 1950 · page 6

The total taking's for the two days of Berry Show amounted to £295/9/-, being £115/3/- on Friday and £180/16/- on the…

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Easter Show Plans

The Picton Post · Thursday 2 March 1950 · page 7

Fire thousand loaves of bread, 300 pounds of tea, 1200 gallons of fruit drinks—these would be dream-bke figures in…

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Picton Show Insured Against Rain

The Picton Post · Thursday 16 March 1950 · page 5

Not being able to trust the elements from one day to another of late, the Picton Show Society has taken out a rain…

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The Camden Show. March 23, 24 & 25

Camden News · Thursday 16 March 1950 · page 1

The special feature of the Camden Show which will be held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday next is the innovation of an attractive…

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Annual Show Ball Bright Frocking Defies Dull Weather

The Picton Post · Thursday 16 March 1950 · page 3

Although not as well attended as in previous years, the annual ball of the Picton A.H. & I. Society, went off very successfully. Despite the rain and the mud, members of the feminine sex, nothing daunted, donned their evening frocks, and…

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Appin Fair

The Campbelltown News · Tuesday 21 March 1950 · page 3

The second Annual Appin Pair, held on Saturday, March 4, once again displayed the extraordinary variety and high quality of produce grown in…

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The Camden Show. This Week Thursday, Friday, Saturday Night Show

Camden News · Thursday 23 March 1950 · page 1

Time has once again arrived for the holding of the Camden Show. Judging in the indoor section commenced this morning, all sections…

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Local Dogs to the Fore Winners at Berrima District Show

The Picton Post · Thursday 23 March 1950 · page 3

Congratulations to the dog fanciers Messrs. W. A. Robertson of Lakesland, J. W. Plant of Thirlmere and Rev. Father Fahy…

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Rain Ruins Show High Quality Cattle Displayed Poor Crowd in Attendance

The Picton Post · Thursday 23 March 1950 · page 1

Although the weather last Friday, for the first day of the Picton Show, remained fine, drizzling rain commenced to fall in the evening, developing into a consistent heavy downpour throughout the night and Saturday morning. By 1 p.m. on…

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The Camden Show a Brilliant Success Friday Night Show Most Successful

Camden News · Thursday 30 March 1950 · page 1

In spite of unfavourable weather conditions crowds attended all sessions of the Show. General approval of the Night Show innovation. Record gate takings of £867/5/4…

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Country Buses to Royal Agricultural Show Relaxation of Transport Regulations Requested Not Granted When Railtravel Is Available

The Picton Post · Thursday 30 March 1950 · page 1

Last Wednesday, the 22nd March, the Member for Wollondilly, Mr. B. R. Pelly, asked the following question in the House: "Will the Minister for Transport say whether it is a fact that buses are not permitted to operate untaxed between…

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Easter Show Plans

Camden News · Thursday 6 April 1950 · page 10

Five thousand loaves of bread, 300 pounds of tea, 1200 gallons of fruit drinks—these would be dreamlike figures in a house wife's budget…

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Show Committee Meets

The Campbelltown News · Tuesday 11 April 1950 · page 1

Mr. Morris, in the absence of the Sident (Mr. F. J. Sedgwick), oced the chair at the meeting of management committee of the…

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Campbelltown Show

Camden News · Thursday 13 April 1950 · page 1

The Campbelltown A. H. and I. Society will be holding their annual Show on Friday and Saturday this week. With good entries and ring…

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Bowls. Camden Bowlers Visit Temora for Easter Carnival

Camden News · Thursday 13 April 1950 · page 7

On Thursday last 3 car loads of local bowlers plunged through water, gutters, and mud to play in Temora's Easter bowling tournament. Two…

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Dairy Production Group. Royal Show Awards

Camden News · Thursday 20 April 1950 · page 1

The Dairy Farmers' Co-Operative Milk Coy offered prizes in each of the breed sections at the Sydney Royal Show, points being awarded for both…

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SOUTHERN N.S.W. EXHIBIT At Royal Show

The Picton Post · Thursday 20 April 1950 · page 6

Although handicapped by floods, Southern Exhibit gained fourth prize in the district competition…

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Picton Amateur Theatrical Club First Show This Month

The Picton Post · Thursday 4 May 1950 · page 4

The club is now entering into its final rehearsals before the curtain goes tip on its first show on Tuesday, May 23rd…

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