Armidale Show 49th Annual Exhibition Ends Record Run
The Armidale Pastoral Agricultural and Horticultural Association reports record entries and a record attendance for the 1996 exhibition. Attendance was estimated between 10 000 and 42 000, with crowded grounds for displays and events.Officials noted demand for space and anticipated hall expansion. prize money and revenue from sales were highlighted. Ring events were keenly contested.
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Armidale
Arefee
New England
Wilds and Ve
Rival of Minister for Agriculture Opens Royal Show
Captain Chaffey and Mr. Houston lead a welcoming party for Royal Agricultural Society delegates at the station. President Belfield and Minister responses mark the start at the showground. Speeches praise Sommerville’s leadership, the association’s aims, and Australia’s wool industry. Belfield, M’Arthur, and others attend and officially open the event amid hearty applause.
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Chaffey
Houston
T. Hoskins
M.L.A
Sommeerville
Association
Alfred Perkiss
P. Lb. Belfield
Me. W. E. Belfield
Witten
New England
Australia
Cheffey
Renee
Ree
Lond
Belfield
M'Arthur
Ghaffay
Opening Ceremony Highlights Armidale Exhibition
Captain Chaffey MLA Minister for Agriculture opened the 98th Armidale exhibition at the pavilion amid praise for the association's management. He commended New England women for their cooking and urged exchange programs, noting successful farm demonstrations from Glen Innes and Uralla. The minister discussed favorable weather and market recovery ahead of a strong season for cotton and fruit crops.
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Chaffey
Agriculture
Armidale
Dp. A
H. Association
Briely
Aesure Vilm
Tey
Chaffey Fett
Armidale Associathon
Sao
Armidale Association
Tistrigh
Lanehter
New England
Canada
Olen Innes
Alstriet
Bern
Turin
Glen
Uralla
Ons
High Jump Record Attempts At Me Artildite Show
A messy report from the Me Artildite Show details a high jump contest with horses and riders. Wirths Circus stars Rainbow Musician Sovereign and Sunbeam compete, some clear and some fail, with crowds watching as horses attempt ground records and judges rake the bar for new heights.
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Rainbow
Ince
H. Judd
OW. J. Weir
A. FP
Blue Bana
W. Cameron
Web
Gody
Buffum
A. L. Payne
Sunbeam
Judd
Raven
Nichollis Paca
Spol
Heinbow
Marple
Sreersaea
Lady Radlum
Bros. Rand
Wien
Radhim
Taro
Heelar
Spot
Beth
Wibhalya ‘Nn
Wirth's Circus
Morkow Bard
Hector
Atv
Luckey
Ched
Neil Tae
Rosai
Untitled Race Incident Described In Obscure Report
An account details a chaotic equestrian event with a rider thrown from horse after a jump. Des Collins assisted, Doctors gave aid, and a miraculous escape was noted before the arena resumed. Officials and sponsors are named, with race times and placements listed in the fragmented report.
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Tri Bio
Sebar
Mchors
Des. Collins
Collins
Anay
Pearson
Golling
Xttenn
H. Judd Wij
Hector Wins High Jump in Varsity Meet
Hector, representing Blue Band and Magpie, won the high jump after clearances at rising heights. Blue Band cleared on later attempts, while Maeple and Wn. Tester also competed. Hector prevailed with a final measured height as the bar reached 6 feet 6 inches.
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Hector
Blue Band
Magpie
Ifu
Sin
Maeple
Pateed
Tester
Tin
Consolation Jump and Sovereign Jump Highlights
Five competitors contested the Consolation Jump with Sunbeam and Ta yoo cheering the opening 5 ft 14 in. Sovereign secured early heights while Raven and Mustonian improved. Sunbeam cleared 3 in on the third attempt and Sovereign led the final laps, earning applause as spectators praised the event amid a crowded program.
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Boe Betten
Sunbean
Tayoo
Case
Funboas
Reven
Mustolsp
Sunbeam
Raven
Mustoian
Sovereign
Mick’ Garrity
Inter-District Exhibition Shines In Rural Displays
Details from the Grand Champion Inter-Parish Competition show diverse products from Kellys Plains and Dangarleigh districts. Exhibits included wheat, barley, pumpkins, fruits, dairy, vegetables, wool, and jams, with strong community support and plans for future inter-district events.
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Howerge
B. Bowling
Hak Mmareleieh
Kelly's
Uralia
Glen Innes
Bondarra
Ita Neems
Cntre
School Exhibit Showcases District Pupils Artistry
An Armidale district school exhibit reveals children’s work supervised by teachers. Chalk drawings, raffia and mat weaving feature alongside minnowus pieces from Armidale District School pupils. Instructors Mr E Cameron and Mr J Quintin praise the display as a strong, industrious effort across multiple local schools.
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Wistilin
Armidale
E.gameron
Armidalé Boye
Armidale Girls
Infants
West End
Arding
Martin’s Gully
Ben Yvenne
Saumarg
Jeraldah
Boeke River
Uralla
Trades Hall Exhibit Showcases Local Joinery Craft
The article highlights a Sincadtie Turnwood suite from G. F. Nett’s timber works Armidale, praised for leadlight details and rose tint wood. It notes varnish flaws and freestanding examples like colored sash windows and doors, crediting the craftsmanship and foreman Mr. A for quality and display in Rat made for show.
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Indies
G. F. Nett
Armidale
Mannufacturer
Hieste
Nesonio
Mr. A
Lambert Displays and Paints Mount in Store Window
A fragmented report describes Lambert Ltd showing a bold display of paints and related items at Berger’s, with a focus on a large wall arrangement and shelves. The piece notes the eye catching setup drawing attention from passersby and the public interest in the colorful window.
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T. Bambert
Rae Yeoghetse
Borie
Iit Samar
T. Lambert Ltd
Bergerca Tata
St Eis Brook
Berger's
Bone
Armidale Motor Show Exhibits Wide Array of Cars and Gear
A large Armidale display features Harmony House artists works and an extensive automotive section. George Booth's factory machines, Dodges, Brudebaker models, and a Ford tractor draw crowds while local agents showcase engines, tools, and farm equipment. The display highlights include Buckskin saddles, high quality saddlery, and a range of musical instruments and records alongside vehicle exhibits. The event includes demonstrations, sales displays, and a focus on new models and innovations, drawing interest from residents and visitors.
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George Street
Sydney
Topham
Harmony Howse
Anmidale
Recorda
Ae Masters
Suchen
Beale
Fisney
Tenterfield
Smith
George Booth
W. H. Tibley
Glen Ney
Marehall
Woodrow
Warietier Jintaes
Ford
Aity Licenaed Dieufeur
Am Orig
W. al Mott
Armidale
Standardized Motors Ltd
G. Purkiss
Rink
Purkiss
Dodas
Essien
Rampart
Ryan's
Tro-S
Randoli
Armidale Motore Tad
Universad
Fordson
Sialstrien
Aksn Horry
Plone
Howe
Nhina
Thes
Wriversit
Ettrartinn
Dave
Freres
Murti
Imapingine
F. Hhrepominaia
Mrdg
A. Plesce
Piesre
Ish
Sanie I Dalgetys
Uration
Joel
Fisara
Devil W Oliver
J Plewce
Alpy
Hudson Super Ss
Wallbeley Pheseray
Maciinom
Tangre
Triumph
C.o-Rull
Wells Cena
Commonwealth
Thorns
Abdullah
Ned
Arone Kiefer
Dougiar
Emily
Douglas
New England
Pete
Humber
Cate
Ieee
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