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Murray · Shows & fairs

Shows & fairs, 1935

687 stories in Murray's papers · page 23 of 35

Corowa Show Insurance Against Rain Appeal for More Support

Border Morning Mail · Friday 13 September 1935 · page 2

At a meeting of the council, of the Corowa P. A., and H. Society there were present: Messrs. J. Lumby (chairman), R. W. E. Fraser, A…

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Albury Show Record Entries Received Some of the Awards

The Corowa Free Press · Friday 13 September 1935 · page 1

The Albury Show which opened on Tuesday last, was favoured with fine weather throughout. Entries totalled 4[?]77--a record which exceeded last…

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The Albury Show Successful Henty Exhibitors Mr. Becker Wins Silver Cup

The Henty Observer and Culcairn Shire Register · Friday 13 September 1935 · page 2

Henty exhibitors to patronise the Albury Show this week have been very successful. In the merino sheep classes Mr. B. E. Zweck secured eight…

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Cricketers Show £31 Credit Balance Annual Meeting Held Possibility of 5 TEAMS

The Pastoral Times · Friday 13 September 1935 · page 2

At the annual general meeting of the Deniliquin Cricket Association on Tuesday night it was stated that there was a possibility of…

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Show Meeting at Albury To-day Wallace Cross for Main Event Serpolette May Open Account

Border Morning Mail · Friday 13 September 1935 · page 6

The Albury Racing Club will commence its two day show meeting this afternoon when a programme of six events is set down for decision…

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Albury’s Most Successful Show Ends Yesterday. Another Lame Crowd Best and Biggest Curtain is Rung Down High Receipts Record Entries Officials Pleased With Outcome of Efforts

Border Morning Mail · Friday 13 September 1935 · page 2

A leaden sty and misty rain, which fell at intervals during yesterday did not cause any falling off in the attendance at Albury Show. With takings for the first and second days considerably in excess of those of last year, the society looked forward to record figures for the best fixture staged…

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Victorian Railways News Bulletin Cheap Rail Fares For Royal Show

Riverina Recorder · Saturday 14 September 1935 · page 4

The Railways Commissioners announce that substantial reductions in fares, ranging from 33 to 60 per cent, will be made for rail travel from all…

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Handicap to Mary Fils Sandcourt Takes Trial Show Meeting Commenced

Border Morning Mail · Saturday 14 September 1935 · page 6

The Albury Racing Club’s Show meeting was commenced yesterday in dull and threatening weather. There was a fairly large attendance, £30…

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Serpolette May Atone For Yesterday’s Behavior Show Meeting Concludes To-day

Border Morning Mail · Saturday 14 September 1935 · page 6

The Albury Racing Club will conclude its Show meeting this afternoon when a six event programme will be run off. if the weather…

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Page for Women (All Rights Reserved). an Early Dress Show Craftsmanship Returns Edwardian Influence

Border Morning Mail · Saturday 14 September 1935 · page 2

AFTER a long period of simplicity in design and workmanship, fashion has decided to become elaborate intricate. That subtlety which…

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Forthcoming Corowa Show

The Corowa Free Press · Tuesday 17 September 1935 · page 2

Although entries do not close until September 30 for the Prize List in connection with the forthcoming Corowa Show, to be held on Tuesday and…

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Show Time Pictures. Attractive Programmes

The Riverine Grazier · Tuesday 17 September 1935 · page 2

Exceptional entertainment will be offered at the Majestic Theatre during the Show time festivities. Eddie Cantor's musical extravaganza "Kid…

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Methodist Spring Fair

The Berrigan Advocate · Wednesday 18 September 1935 · page 3

Despite somewhat inclement weather on Saturday, the local Methodist Church received splendid patronage for their annual Spring…

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Wangaratta Show

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 18 September 1935 · page 2

General entries for Wangaratta show on Friday and Saturday, October 11 and 12, close on Monday. September 23. Keen interest is being…

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Famous Barrow on Show

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 18 September 1935 · page 2

The Beechworth Buffalo barrow pusher, Mr. Alfred Williamson who put up the record of two days 22 hours for the trip, will start on…

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The Cameos.” Show Attraction

The Berrigan Advocate · Wednesday 18 September 1935 · page 3

The Cameos Revue and Musical Comely Cay, under the direction of William Stewart, will play in their Marque Moving Theatre,…

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HENTY’S 31st SHOW Marred by Rain Splendid Exhibits

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 18 September 1935 · page 4

A fall of five points of rain overnight, followed by misty showers yesday morning, made conditions any thing but bright for the opening day…

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Young Idea Should Win Sir Herbert Maitland Stakes Australia Fair Beads Well in the Flying

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 18 September 1935 · page 6

The acceptance list for the Sir Herbert Maid and Stakes at Victoria Park to-day is disappointing. Young Idea will not clash…

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Criticism of Show And Some Suggestions Obviating Ill-tuned Noises

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 18 September 1935 · page 4

“In support of the complaint ventilated in your columns last week in connection with horses being unno[?] through the…

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— Show Luncheon Booths Reply to CRITICISM(To the Editor)

Border Morning Mail · Thursday 19 September 1935 · page 4

Sir,—The criticism in the article to-day s date anent the refreshment or luncheon booths at the show as they are called, is resented by the…

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