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Shows & fairs, 1938

607 stories in New England's papers · page 6 of 31

Correspondence. the Guyra Show (To The Editor)

Guyra Argus · Thursday 24 February 1938 · page 2

Dear Sir,—With your permission I would like to offer a few comments on the recent Show. In the first place, I would take the opportunity of…

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Tenterfield Show Large Crowd on Second Day

Glen Innes Examiner · Thursday 24 February 1938 · page 4

Though heavy rain fell on the first day of the Tenterfield Show, fine weather prevailed for the pie day yesterday when there was a…

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Municipal Council 'Drome Site. Alleged Road Damage Loud Speakers During Show Week

Glen Innes Examiner · Thursday 24 February 1938 · page 2

Many matters of general interest were discussed by the aldermen of the Glen Innes Municipal Council at their meeting this…

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The Show Entries Pour In Attack to Be Made on High Jump Record Tenterfield and Bonshaw Cattle Drafters

Glen Innes Examiner · Thursday 24 February 1938 · page 4

Entries for the Central New England P. and A. Society's annual Show on March 8, 9 and 10, have been pouring: in during: the last two days. The record from any one exhibitor to date is 77, but totals of from 30 to 50 are common…

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At the Show Tiny, Strange Human

The Inverell Times · Friday 25 February 1938 · page 10

This tiny tree dweller from the Central African jungles. Whose tribe are fast becoming extinct, was brought out of the Dark Continent in 1927 by…

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Special Attractions During Show Week At The Capitol

The Inverell Times · Friday 25 February 1938 · page 4

Show time comes but once a year, and in recognition of the undaunted support of picture goers throughout the year, the…

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The Show. the Seventieth Exhibition All Sections Well Filled Wonderful Sheep Display :: Keen Competition Among the Clydesdales

Glen Innes Examiner · Saturday 26 February 1938 · page 4

The 70th, annual Show of the P. and A. Association of Central New England will be held at Glen Innes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, March 8, 9 and 10. A perusal of the register of…

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Show Attraction

The Inverell Times · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 4

Mr. Rex St. Louis presents, at the Inverell show, Shah Nazir, with his amazing bouquet of Oriental mysteries. The little coloured gentleman, with…

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The Show

Warialda Standard and Northern Districts' Advertiser · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 2

The stage is set for what promises to be one of the most successful Shows yet held by the P. & A. Society --on Monday and Tuesday of next…

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Rest Room at the Show

The Inverell Times · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 4

The Inverell branch of the C.W.A. intend having a rest room at the show ground for the three days of the show. This has been made possible by the…

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Waxworks Are Unique At Inverell Show

The Inverell Times · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 8

The value of the entertainment provided by the Electrical Waxworks, to be exhibited at Inverell show, lies in truth displayed in a realistic…

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Best Ever Show of Dairy Cattle

The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 8

The show of dairy cattle, housed in the new pavilion, was the finest ever seen at Uralla, and the fine collection of Jerseys was closely inspected by a…

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New Accommodation For Improved Beef Cattle Show

The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 8

One of the finest improvements on Uralla's ground for many a long day was the erection of the L. E. Wiseman Memorial Pavilion for cattle…

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Strange Human From Africa At Inverell Show

The Inverell Times · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 2

A tiny tree-dweller from the Central African jungles, whose tribe is fast becoming extinct, is to be exhibited at the Inverell show. The female was…

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Uralla Presents Its 65Th Annual Exhibition Best Dairy Cattle Show in Memory Fruit Display Unworthy Of Important Industry Sheep, Cattle and Wool Uphold District's Prestige

The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 8

Since 1873, through lean years and years of plenty, the Southern New England Pastoral and Agricultural Association has conducted its annual exhibition at Uralla, and has jealously guarded an honoured reputation…

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At the Capitol Special Show Attractions Outstanding Entertainment

The Inverell Times · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 4

Following up their policy and custom, the management of The Capitol Theatre has soured outstanding entertainment for show…

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Uralla Show Disappointing! Fruit Industry Not Truly Represented

The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 6

The Uralla district is justly famed throughout the State for its wool and fruit, and many enthusiasts claim that the latter commodity is a rival to wool…

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At the Show Baby Bliss Weighs 43½ Stone

The Inverell Times · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 2

Baby Bliss, the giant schoolboy, who will appear at the Inverell show is one of the world's living wonders. He is only a boy, but is the world's fattest…

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Armidale Show Fine Display of Trophies Awards Worth Winning

The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 4

The special display of cups and trophies in connection with the Armidale District Show, to he held on Tuesday, Wednesday and…

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Warwick Farm Race Meetings Show Loss Admission by A.J.C. Sydney

The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser · Monday 28 February 1938 · page 4

One of the reasons that actuated the Australian Jockey Club in transferring its meeting on April 9 from Warwick Farm to…

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