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Shows & fairs, 1938

976 stories in Riverina's papers · page 44 of 49

The Annual Show the Main Day

Cootamundra Herald · Thursday 20 October 1938 · page 2

Yesterday, the main day of Cootamundra's 56th annual show, the crowd was not quite up to the great attendances of previous years; but genial weather prevailed in which to enjoy the function…

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Correspondence We do not necessarily endorse views of our correspondents.) Fishermen, Be Fair (To the Editor "The Daily Advertiser")

Daily Advertiser · Thursday 20 October 1938 · page 7

Sir,—Human nature is one of the most interesting studies I know of. There is an old saying that a man may sell his soul and gain the world for…

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Spring Flower Show Successful Exhibition Fine Display of Flowers

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Friday 21 October 1938 · page 2

The Spring flower show and fair in aid of the Methodist Church, which was held in the Criterion Hall on Wednesday evening and Thursday…

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Fair Rents? Sydney

Cootamundra Herald · Friday 21 October 1938 · page 1

It was stated today in political circles that it was unlikely that the Government would reenact the Fair Rents Act in the in the immediate future…

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Show Notes

Cootamundra Herald · Friday 21 October 1938 · page 3

Actually, the gate takings for the two days were only £22 down on last year, which was very good, considering the seasonal conditions…

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Citizens Suggest Show Improvements

The Murrumbidgee Irrigator · Friday 21 October 1938 · page 6

FROM various quarters have come suggestions by which Leeton's already magnificent annual show could be improved, and…

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Coolamon Show Satisfactory Financial Statement

Coolamon-Ganmain Farmers' Review · Friday 21 October 1938 · page 2

There was a small attendance at the meeting of the committee of the Coolamon A. and P. Association on Tuesday inst., most members being [?]…

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Carnival Week Traffic Free of Accidents

Wagga Wagga Express · Saturday 22 October 1938 · page 5

Reporting to Thursday's Municipal Council meeting, the Traffic Inspector, Mr. W. J. Morrow, stated that although during the past week…

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Country Cricket Carnival 28 Teams Entered

Wagga Wagga Express · Saturday 22 October 1938 · page 8

The N. S. Wales Country Week Cricket Carnival which commences in Sydney on November 29, has attracted 28 teams from the country. The…

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1939 Royal Show Wheat, Oats and Maize

Wagga Wagga Express · Saturday 22 October 1938 · page 7

In accordance with the subsidiary schedule issued this week by the Royal Agricultural Society of N.S.W. many important alterations have…

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Junior Farmers' Club N.s.w. Trip to Melbourne Royal Show Described by Downside Lad

Daily Advertiser · Saturday 22 October 1938 · page 3

The following account of "The Trip to the Melbourne Royal Show Camp 1938" has been written by Will Hamilton, of the…

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Sheep Exhibited at Wagga Show Praised by Breeders' Society South Exhibit to Be Sent to Melbourne

Daily Advertiser · Saturday 22 October 1938 · page 8

High praise for the manner in which the association had conducted the exhibition and Judging of sheep at its annual show was contained in a…

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Methodist Flower Show and Fleece Competition

Cootamundra Herald · Monday 24 October 1938 · page 2

Entries are now being invited for the above show which is to be held in the Town Hall on Wednesday next. This event has always attracted the…

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Adelong Methodist Flower Show Official Opening by Miss Audrey Griffin

The Gundagai Independent · Monday 24 October 1938 · page 1

The annual Flow Show and cake competition conducted by the Adelong Methodist Church was held at the Adelonia Theatre on Friday and…

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Annual Baby Show

The Murrumbidgee Irrigator · Tuesday 25 October 1938 · page 2

Just have a look at the lovely prizes in Barkers' window, they're for the annual baby show which will be held at the Cabaret, Saturday,…

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Yerong Creek Presbyterian Flower Show

The Lockhart Review and Oaklands Advertiser · Tuesday 25 October 1938 · page 2

The excellence of the display of flowers at Yerong Creek, on Saturday week was an eye-opener to all who visited the flower show and…

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Royal Easter Show Wheat Varieties Restricted

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Tuesday 25 October 1938 · page 3

In accordance-with the subsidiary schedule issued last week by the Royal Agricultural Society of New South Wales many important…

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Leeton Presbyterian Church 23Rd Annual Bazaar and Flower Show

The Murrumbidgee Irrigator · Tuesday 25 October 1938 · page 2

THIS Annual function will again be held in St. Peter's Hall, and will be officially opened by A. G. Enticknap, President…

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C.W.A. Arts, Crafts, and Antiques Exhibition to Be Held on Friday Next

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Tuesday 25 October 1938 · page 2

The committee informs us that fa great variety Of interesting exhibits are promised for forthcoming Arts, Crafts, and Antiques Exhibition to be…

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Methodist Flower Show at Adelong Officially Opened By Miss Audrey Griffin

The Tumut and Adelong Times · Tuesday 25 October 1938 · page 2

The annual flower show and industrial exhibition conducted by Adelong Methodist Church was held in the Adelonle Theatre on Friday…

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