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North West (Tamworth to Moree) · Shows & fairs

Shows & fairs, 1930

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The Show Sub-Committee Reports

Manilla Express · Tuesday 16 September 1930 · page 2

At Friday night's meeting of the Business Men's Association the special, show sub-committee reported the following…

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Gunnedah Show

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Thursday 25 September 1930 · page 2

The committee of the Gunnedah P. ind A. Society anticipate a loss of £20 13s and 5d on the annual spring show held recently. It was decided to hold…

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Spring Fair Successful Annual Function

The North Western Courier · Monday 29 September 1930 · page 1

The Methodist Spring Fair opened with much eclat on Thursday evening last, in real spring-time weather, which gladdened the hearts of all…

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Proposed Show for Manilla

Manilla Express · Tuesday 30 September 1930 · page 2

The public meeting called by the Mayor and Shire President at the request of the Manilla Business Men's Association supported…

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"Show the World." Governor-general's Farewell Message

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Monday 6 October 1930 · page 2

"My farewell words to you are, 'Come on the Hinklers, the Bradmans' and the Kingsford smiths. Show the world again that Australia can do what she…

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To the Editor Sheep at Gunnodah Show

Manilla Express · Tuesday 7 October 1930 · page 2

Mr. M. C. Tweedie, secretary of Gunnedah P. A. and H. Association writes: Sir:-- Exception has been taken…

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Methodist Fair

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Thursday 9 October 1930 · page 2

There was a good attendance at the Methodist Fair which opened this afternoon despite the heavy rain which had fallen during the past two nights,…

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Manilla Agricultural Society

Manilla Express · Friday 10 October 1930 · page 2

Saturday night last saw the launching of a movement which, properly managed, ought to be of material benefit to our town and…

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Show Meeting

Manilla Express · Friday 10 October 1930 · page 2

In response to the advertisement calling a meeting to discuss the possibility of founding a show in Manilla a large number…

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Methodist Fair. Floral Bazaar a Success

North West Champion · Monday 13 October 1930 · page 1

The Methodist Floral Fair was officially opened on Thursday afternoon last by His Worship the Mayor (Ald. H. W. Jones), in the absence of Mrs…

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Methodist Floral Fair. Last Night To-night

North West Champion · Monday 13 October 1930 · page 2

The last night of the Methodist Floral Fair will be held in the Methodist Hall, Frome Street, to-night. The Fair was opened on Thursday…

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"IRENE" The Arcadians' Bright Show

North West Champion · Monday 13 October 1930 · page 1

All who have seen the rehearsals of "Irene," the brilliant musical comedy, to be presented by the Arcadians in the Memorial Hall on October 21…

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De La Salle College Sixth Annual Inter-school Athletic Carnival. Well Done, College!

North West Champion · Monday 13 October 1930 · page 1

A record number of colleges and schools participated in the great sporting event of the year; in all there were twelve of them representing…

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Current Topics Hallowe'en Fair

The North Western Courier · Thursday 16 October 1930 · page 1

The annual Hallowe'en Fair is expected to be as popular as ever this year. 50 New Books…

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N.R.A. Carnival

Moree Gwydir Examiner and General Advertiser · Thursday 16 October 1930 · page 2

The National Rifle Association's carnival opened on Monday at the Anzac ange. Up to yesterday prizes have been won by local shooters as follows:—…

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The Flower Show

Manilla Express · Friday 17 October 1930 · page 2

A home without flowers [?] heaven without angels. Wh[?] opportunities exist for the ra[?]ing of flowers, and no flowers are…

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Mungindi Show. To Be Held May 6 and 7, 1931

North West Champion · Thursday 23 October 1930 · page 4

At the annual meeting of the Mungindi P. and A. Society it was stated that the year had ended with a credit balance of £47/0/10. Mr. J. E…

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Manilla Agricultural Society

Manilla Express · Friday 24 October 1930 · page 2

A Show Society has been formed in Manilla and 69 gentlemen nominated for the Committee (36 to be elected). Ballot…

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"Irene" the Second Night. Another Big Audience Acclaims Fine Show

North West Champion · Monday 27 October 1930 · page 1

Those who saw "Irene" on the first night were satisfied that it was a highly creditable show, but those who attended the second night,…

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Field Wheat Competition Carberry Wins Again Many Entries for "Courier" Trophy Crops Show Improvement

The North Western Courier · Monday 27 October 1930 · page 2

Judging in connection with the field wheat competition, conducted under the auspices of the Narrabri P.A. & H. Association, and the winner of which receives the "Courier" trophy was completed on Wednesday last. Mr. J. A…

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