Burra Burra Show Highlights and 1948 Exhibits
The 1948 Burra Burra Show at Show Grounds drew large crowds with 167 entries in horses, 381 total entries across sections, and strong art and flower displays. Cattle and poultry sections showed solid quality, while sheep and wool fell short in numbers. A notable exhibit by N. J. Baynes featured a doll furniture dining room set, and a local tire retreading display impressed. The event was officially opened by MHA P. McBride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burra Burra Show Society Incorporated
Burra
Bll Smith
Tom Jones
Burta
Buca Nori
Burts
Brending
Glattiots
Austrpite
C. Lott
Agatn
J . Finch
S Woollacott
N. J. Baynes
Baynes
Jennison
Burra Races Draw 103 Nominations for Event Day
The Burra Races attracted 103 nominations for an event card on Wednesday October 20. The Handicap race leads the day with strong starter interest, while the Burra Commercial, Kooringa and Bon Accord Hotels sponsor a Bulnea trophy. The course remains in good condition following recent rains and improvements to fixtures have been made.
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Burra
Btranges
Burra Commercial
Kooringa
Bon Accord
Bulnea
Luscheon
Sideshow babies reveal Barra Show birth
Three sideshow families visiting the Barra Show welcomed a baby at Burra Hospital after traveling from Isa Queensland through Birdsville and Alice Springs. The birth occurred the day before Burra Show and drew little local attention.
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Barra
Isa Queensland
BirdavUle
Alice Springs
Burra Hospital
Burra Town Council Targets Bicycle Footpath Riding
Complaints have been received that school children and adults ride bicycles on footpaths. The council plans to ask police to take action after noting several minor accidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burra Town
Luncheon Honors Burra Show and Allied Societies
A large luncheon hosted by Mrs E L Rowe brought together judges stewards and guests from various district bodies. Speeches by Mr A B Riggs and Mr P A McBride praised show societies for rural development and noted postwar production efforts with Australia and Britain collaborating on agriculture. A detailed prize list follows in the supplement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EL. Rowe
Burra Blow Society
A. B. Riggs
P. A. McMer
McBride
Alis- Wwaliané
Australia
England
Viett’ Urs
Adelaide
Burra
Burrs Record Office Offers Will Forms
Will forms are obtainable at the Burrs Record Office, with guidance on completing the documents. The notice indicates availability for residents seeking probate preparation and related legal paperwork.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burrs Record Office
Hallett Red Cross Flower Show Highlights 2 October
Hallett Red Cross hosted its annual Flower Show on 2 October with fewer entries but high quality, especially in flowers. The event opened by Mrs L Thomas from Burra and featured judges from Hallett and nearby towns. proceeds exceeded last year with a trading table raising over £40 and afternoon tea drawing crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hallett Red Cross
L. Thomas
Burra
Owen-Smyth
Tho- Tae
Jenice Murphy
G. G Tiver
Thomas
Bryan
Burra Retard Office Listed in Publication
Printed and published by Frank Jeare Marston at The Burra Retard Office on Commercial Street, indicating the newspaper’s production and publishing details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Jeare Marston
Burra Retard
Commercial Street
Also Mentioned on This Page
A.B
P.O. Reed
G. Owen-Smyth
Ab, Riggs, Esq
FH ‘Reed
J. M. Jacka
Burra Burra
MHA
Riggs
South Australis
Barra Hospital
Miss Thomas
Needham
C. Lucas
Ben Ranun
Ruth Hannaford
Iceland
Wes. Miller
Thoms
R. Thomas
Alaehe
Martin
R. Hannaford
Hallett
P.O
Gaskell
Phiru
Wes, Miller
Mra Owen-Gmyun Basket- Pratt
J. G
J. G. ‘Tiver, Mrs Owen-Bmyth
Glen Tiver
Urs Owenravti
G. piGliecon
Owenmyth
R. Hanna
Owencomyth
F. Gaskell
Owei Ih
RB. Hannatord
Hubert South
Gannatord
DB. . Seigert
D.C. Seigert
Yvonne Jones
Qwen-Smyth
Mes Gaskell
H. Smith, Smith
Itso Yvonne Jones
Yeomne Jones
J. G. Tiver
Hubert Smith
Kisebe
Higehe
8. Gaskell
Gien Tiver
B. Gaskell
Seigert
Keith Jones
D'Orley
Les Jones
R. Davies
Michele Tiver
Judith McDonald
Heather Phin
Mauren
Cook Bros
Fisher Terrace
Mile End
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