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Murray · Shows & fairs

Shows & fairs, 1946

656 stories in Murray's papers · page 24 of 33

Walbundrie Show Tomorrow

Border Morning Mail · Tuesday 1 October 1946 · page 2

Walbundrie show, to be held tomorrow, will be of pre-war standard, and there will be no dearth of sideshows The entries are well up to the average,…

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Narandera Football Carnival Hay Defeated in First Round

The Riverine Grazier · Tuesday 1 October 1946 · page 4

HAY was defeated by Tullibigeal in the first round of the Australian Rules Football Knock-out Carnival at Narandera on Sunday, by 17 points to 10. The Hay team showed evidence of their recent lack or practice, but had a very good…

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To the Editor Fleecing at the Show

Border Morning Mail · Tuesday 1 October 1946 · page 3

Sir.—Quite a lot of reference has been made in the papers concerning the wholesale fleecing of the public by the sideshows at the just concluded Melbourne…

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Cycling Notes Bob Hansen Successful New Riders Show Promise

The Corowa Free Press · Tuesday 1 October 1946 · page 1

The newly formed Corowa Cycle Club conducted its first race on Saturday over a 4 miles course, starting and finishing in Wahgunyah. The…

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TENNIS Albury Players Fail to Show Form at Wagga

Border Morning Mail · Tuesday 1 October 1946 · page 6

Albury stars, Jim Matthews and J. Carter failed to show their best form in the Wagga lawn tournament at the weekend, though Matthews got to the…

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No “Fleecing” to be Allowed at Albury Show Watch to Be Kept on Prices

Border Morning Mail · Tuesday 1 October 1946 · page 3

Albury Show Society will clamp down on anyone who attempts to “fleece” the public at the show on October 8, 9, and 10…

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Methodist Fair

The Berrigan Advocate · Wednesday 2 October 1946 · page 7

The annual Pair in connection with the local Methodist Church held on Saturday, drew a large attendance at both afternoon and evening sessions,…

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The Culcairn Show

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 2 October 1946 · page 2

Sir,—Culcairn show was, I believe, a great success, thanks to the show committee. Should they spend a little of the proceeds on improvements, such as seating…

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Holbrook Show Society

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 2 October 1946 · page 7

At a committee meeting of the Holbrook Show Society, there were present Messrs C. R. McLaurin (President), M. E. Allwortln V. R. Bowler, George Cottrell, A. J…

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Mercury Here For The Show

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 2 October 1946 · page 6

The most luxurious car of the post war models being released by Ford. Australia is Mercury, syled on distinctive, fleet lines with strong emphasis…

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Record Arena Events For Albury Show

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 2 October 1946 · page 5

Entries for horse and arena events at Albury show have created a record in the history of the Society. Nominations in hackney and…

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Revue on Show Nights to Help Town Band

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 2 October 1946 · page 7

“Hold That Tiger” revue, to be staged In the Plaza on Show nights, is now well into rehearsals and promises to be lively entertainment with lavish frocking. All…

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October Filled with Interest Governor’s Visit, Wool Sales,. Show, and Two Conferences

Border Morning Mail · Wednesday 2 October 1946 · page 8

October promises to be one of the busiest months in Albury’s history, as the following list of functions will show:…

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The King Opens “Britain Can Make It” Exhibition

Border Morning Mail · Thursday 3 October 1946 · page 2

The King, accompanied by the Queen, opened the “Britain Can Make It” exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum, Kensington, London. Their Majesties afterwards toured the exhibition.—The King declares the exhibition open. Seen left to right are: Mr Attlee, Mrs Attlee…

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Walbundrie Holds Its 35th Annual Show An Excellent Range of Exhibits

Border Morning Mail · Thursday 3 October 1946 · page 6

Walbundrie’s 35th annual Show yesterday was the brightest for many years. A larger crowd increased gate receipts (£60, odd) slightly; entries were larger and attractions in the form of sideshows more numerous…

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Albury Show

The Henty Observer and Culcairn Shire Register · Friday 4 October 1946 · page 1

Albury's annual show, which this year will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday next, October 8, 9 and 10, promises to be one of the…

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Culcairn Show

The Henty Observer and Culcairn Shire Register · Friday 4 October 1946 · page 3

The gate takings at the recent annual show amounted to £124/12/6—an increase of over £20 on last year. The winner of the sheep weight…

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Show Prize Money Uncollected

The Henty Observer and Culcairn Shire Register · Friday 4 October 1946 · page 3

The secretary of the Henty Show Society (Mr. Jim Chamberlain) said this week that numerous prize winners at the recent Henty show had…

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Attractions at the Walbundrie Show

Border Morning Mail · Friday 4 October 1946 · page 4

Commenced as a horse exhibition 35 years ago, Walbundrie Show, although it has developed in many directions and taken in additional classes, is still renowned for its annual show of horses. Wednesday’s Show attracted thoroughbreds of outstanding quality. Top Lett : Mrs Roy Clear gained the prize for best lady rider…

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Two Half Day Holidays For Show

Border Morning Mail · Friday 4 October 1946 · page 1

At a special meeting last evening Albury Chamber of Commerce agreed to request retail traders to close their stores from 12.30…

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