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North West (Tamworth to Moree) · Shows & fairs

Shows & fairs, 1920

328 stories in North West (Tamworth to Moree)'s papers · page 3 of 17

Trotting at the Show

Daily Observer · Monday 1 March 1920 · page 1

One of the chief attractions on the third day is a trotting race. Good entries have been received from wellknown local performers and as it is a…

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Postal Arrangements for Show Day Holiday, March 3

Daily Observer · Monday 1 March 1920 · page 2

The Tamworth Post Office and Telegraph Office will be open till 10 a.m. Money Order and Savings Bank will not be open. Telephone will be continuous…

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Tamworth Show. Final Arrangements. Good Exhibits Despite the Drought

Daily Observer · Monday 1 March 1920 · page 1

Everything is reported to be in readiness for the Show, which commences to-morrow. The official opening will be on Wednesday at the main pavilion, at…

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Destructive Fire in Narrabri. Two Hotels and Picture Show Demolished. Damages About £20,000

The North Western Courier · Monday 1 March 1920 · page 1

Early yesterday morning—according to all accounts it must have been about 3.30 p.m., for Constable Adams went off his beat at 3 o'clock, and he states…

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Methodist Fair

Manilla Express · Tuesday 2 March 1920 · page 3

The one day's sale of goods in aid of the Methodist Church, took place in the Mechanics' Institute on…

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Tamworth Show To-day

Daily Observer · Tuesday 2 March 1920 · page 1

In connection with the show the banks and all nubile offices will have a whole holiday, on Wednesday, the second day, and the stores have decided to close for…

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The New State. What the North is Saying. One Dissentient Voice. Other Papers Show Enthusiasm

Daily Observer · Tuesday 2 March 1920 · page 1

The New State movement is still a subject of interesting comment among Northern newspapers, most of which are unequivocally in favor of the idea…

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Tamworth Show Affected by the Long Drought Decrease in Exhibits But Not Quality Pavilion then Best Feature Excellent Jumping and Ring Levents

Daily Observer · Wednesday 3 March 1920 · page 6

The Tamworth Pastoral and Agricultural Society has not had a smooth Passage since it changed he location of its sows from East to West Tamworth…

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Tamworth Show

Manilla Express · Thursday 4 March 1920 · page 4

Despite the drought—which drags along its weary, stubborn way—there was much to see that was interesting at the…

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Attractions for Third Day of Show

Daily Observer · Thursday 4 March 1920 · page 1

There will bo a good programme at the show today, and visitors are likely to have an enjoyable time. In addition to the splendid pavilion exhibits,…

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Moree P. & A. Society. Show to Be Held

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Thursday 4 March 1920 · page 3

The regular monthly meeting of the committee of the Moree P. and A. Society was held at the Council Chambers last night. There were…

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Tamworth Show. Second Day. Record Takings at the Gate

Daily Observer · Thursday 4 March 1920 · page 1

Fine, bright weather favored the second day of the Tamworth Show, the heat being tempered occasionally by a coll breeze from the south…

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Tamworth Show. Third Day. Interesting Ring Events. Sheep Dog Trials

Daily Observer · Friday 5 March 1920 · page 1

The third day of the Tamworth Show was held yesterday in fine weather, though, slightly on the warm side. There were not many people…

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Show Bullock Guessing Competition

Daily Observer · Saturday 6 March 1920 · page 7

The exact weight of the animal for the guessing competition in the Snow was 579lbs. The exac weight was guessed by Messrs G. Nankervis, R. C. R…

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Stock and Crops. In North and North-West. Tamworth District Stock. Mostly in Fair Condition

Daily Observer · Saturday 6 March 1920 · page 1

The Acting Stock Inspector reported at yesterday's meeting of the Tamworth P.P. Board that feed in srome parts of the district was fairly good, but bad in…

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State Elections. Mr. Wearne Replies to Critics. Progressive Party. Will Plot be a Mere "Side Show."

Daily Observer · Saturday 6 March 1920 · page 2

A meeting of farmers and other interested in the Progressive Party's [?]liey, was held in Oddfellows' Hall. Tamworth, yesterday afternoon, to hear…

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Glen Innes Show, First Day. Drought Affects the Exhibits Sheep Section Good. The Awards. Glen Innes

Daily Observer · Wednesday 10 March 1920 · page 2

The 52nd show was opened to-day in ideal weather. The town was crowded with visitors. Many prominent Queensland showmen were present. The…

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Easter Show, 1923. Wunderlich Limited. the Ceiling People

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Thursday 11 March 1920 · page 4

The Company has been associated with the Ceiling industry and building trades for over 33 years. The foundation of the Metal Ceiling industry in…

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Glen Innes Show. Second Day. a Record Attendance. Lone Star Establishes Record for Ground. Glen Innes

Daily Observer · Thursday 11 March 1920 · page 2

The second day's show opened in fine weather to a record attendance. Special trains from Armidale and Tenterfield were packed…

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Armidale Show. Excellent Entries

Daily Observer · Saturday 13 March 1920 · page 1

Entries for the Armidale show closed recently and the secretary reports that the result is beyond expectations. The ring events have been particularly well…

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