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Newspaper
Coffs Harbour Advocate
Location
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 04, 1948
Page
1
The Coffs Show Committee vows to press on with the 1948 exhibition despite heavy rain. Members have rebuilt grounds and organized a full district industry schedule to present a polished show, backed by exhibitors and public support despite setbacks.
The 1948 Coffs Show faced heavy rain and harsh weather but, led by President Erney Fogarty, the committee and exhibitors delivered a successful postwar exhibition. They rebuilt fences, set up new gates, and maintained a calm, efficient operation with secretary Harry Lovett and assistants. The show ran Friday and Saturday under challenging conditions, with strong public cooperation and effective sound and commentary by George Pullen and Ray Plunkett.
The main pavilion was provided and fenced off while cattle pig and poultry pens were enlarged and repaired with some replaced. Work also improved booths and seating. President Mr Fogarty commended volunteers noting materials were the only cost and thanked donors exhibitors judges and stewards.
Energy and persistence conquer all things says Franklin in a compact reminder. The line encourages steady effort and long term focus as a guiding daily motto.
In a show described as brilliant despite sunshine missing for two days, organizers praise the Ladies Auxiliary and the public for support. Key leadership includes President E Fogarty and numerous officials, judges, stewards, and committee members contributing to a varied agricultural exhibition.
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