Gulargambone Horse Show Impresses with Record Entries
Gulargambone hosted a strong show with 12 to 14 entries per hack class and 19 in the Show Handicap. Judge Mr H Moody praised the displays, noting two champion hackney ribbons and top pony entries by Sister Fitzgerald and Mr Devoy. Fly Arrow and Grey Timothy set records in riding events, while Trotting drew wide approval from spectators. OFFICIAL OPENING.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Moody
Dubbo
Gulasgambore
Sydney
Devoy
Fitzgerald
Gulargombone
Hackney
Moody
Sister Fitzgerald
AH. W. Tyson
Bedford , Park, Gulargembone
Gulargam
Grey Timothy
Bob Chittock
Vithin
Society Show Opens as Mr. Yeo Praises Agriculture
Mr A W Yeo formally opens the show at lunch on Saturday. President C B Brown welcomes visitors and exhibitors and notes improved ring action and higher quality sheep. Yeo urges continued rural activity during war, praises Empire strength, and thanks the committee while hoping for more shows in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Yeo
C. B. Brown
British Empire
Yeo
Australia
A Fine Show Delights Wilbur President and Exhibitors
Mr C B Brown of Wilbur, president of the P and A Association, praised the 1940 show. He cited strong sheep and horse sections, ample outside support, and rising membership. Rain limited produce entries. yet overall funds and enthusiasm grew, with standout sheep judging and doubled entries in the horse section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Brown
Wilbur
Association
Brown
Dizht
Nan Bey
Reilly
Starr
Office Bearers List for Local Society Officers
The document lists officers and committee members including Fatron president T Brattens, C B Brent treasurer, Edgar Lemon secretary, auditors Glenn and Robson, and a long committee roster with Ferguson Naylor Wheaton Skinner Peart Brett Clarke Ferguson Donohoe Fisher Ferguson Mill Mathes Naylor O Brien Oaks Shuthorpe Shanklin Wheaton O'Brien Munro McEwen Chandler Kingsley Lee Ferguson Garling Calvert Carson Monckton Brett and others.
Empire traditions endure as war show proceeds
The text notes that despite ongoing conflict the Empire’s traditions remain intact and will drive the war to victory. It mentions a Show held this year with congratulations to the President, Secretary, and committees for staging it under challenging conditions.
Wonderful feat of horsemanship at Sydney Show
Len Wilcox rode Powder and Paint, two ponies from Sister Fitzgridd's team, at the Sydney Royal Show and country exhibitions. He stood with one foot on each saddle and rode them over four 3 ft 6 in hurdles then galloped along the track, drawing warm applause for the thrilling display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Len Wilcox
Fitzgridd
Sydnay Royal Show
Wilcox
Gate takings compare Friday and Saturday receipts
The gate takings on Friday were 9 pounds 14 shillings and on Saturday 38 pounds 18 shillings, compared with 6 pounds and 33 pounds 6 shillings in 1939.
Poultry section dominates Gulargambone Show as Garling sweeps
The Gulargambone Show’s poultry section lacked strong support yet local breeder Mr. C. A. Garling stood out with fine rooking birds and won multiple prizes including the champion bird of the Show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulargambone
C. A. Garling
Parade Lacks Participation from Prize Winners
After a Saturday lunch parade only about 40 horses of the large turnout participated. The committee should require all entries, especially prize winners, to take part. The parade was led by Mr. H. Fisher, whose horse wore a rug of ribbona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Fisher
Local Show Judges List by Department
The record names judges for various show classes including Horses and Ponies Mr H Tyson and Mr H Moody for Hunters and Miscellaneous Horses, Trotting Mr Edgar Mathes, Sheep Mr Stan Starr, Fleece Wool Mr G R Lee, Dogs Mr R H Fisher, Poultry Mr H S Naylor, Vegetables Mr C A Gaorling, Flowers Mr G P Ferguson, Cookery NM H Moody, Jams and Preserves Mes Moody, Women's Handiwork Mrs Alison Arte and Craft Mr R Gilmour, School Needlework Cookery Mrs M McEwen and Mrs C Smith, School Work Mr H B Naylor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Tyson
Mr. H. Moody
Edgar Mathes
Stan Starr
G. R. Lee
R. H. Fisher
H. S. Naylor
C. A. Gaorling
G. P. Ferguson
NM H, Moody
Pavilion exhibit highlights in scarce entries year
The pavilion showed fewer entries than past years but strong competition across sections. Mrs. Stepherd won the champion rose, Miss Brett displayed notable dahlias, and Mrs. W. Clarke led most vegetable prizes with lettuce beetroot and white turnips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moody
Dubbo
Arta and Croft
Sheep Show Judged by G T Starr in Gulargambone
Judge G T Starr praised the high quality and number of entries in the sheep section at Gulargambone despite a dry season. He noted the medium wool class led by the grand champion ram and ewe, with 180 entries, and said breeders deserve credit for bringing sheep to show in good condition. He also judged at Coonamble this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. T. Starr
Eschol
Dalton
Yass
Waa
Starr
Gulargambone
Coonamble
Sec
A Capable Secretary Mr Edgar Lemon
The association praises Mr. Edgar Lemon as a young, enthusiastic secretary now in his third year. He knows the ropes and handles the heavy duties with courtesy, aided on show days by Mrs. Lemon. The press aided in compiling awards and is greatly appreciated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Lemon
Lemon
Ram and Ewe Champions Dominate Local Show Results
The show crowned open grand champion ram by G R Lee and open champion ewe by F H Elly. Neil McDonald and F H Kelly secured reserve open champion ram and ewe. Judges praised size, density, and quality wool across champions and reserves noting plain bodied, fully usable types with sturdy, bright wool.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G R. Lee
Ewe
F. H. Elly
Ram
Neil McDonald
F. H. Kelly
Stary
Prominet Horse Exhibitors Showcase Notable Jockeys
Sister Fitzgerald led a renowned horse display with a motor flat carrying twelve hunters ponies and hacks including skewbalds famed as stag attraction. The float can carry 15 horses with gear while L and J Devey show ten horses and Whiteley and Wrigley nine. H and E Shields also supported the section with other locals contributing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sister Fitzgerald
Messrs
J. Devey
J. Whiteley
J. Wrigley
E. G. Shields
Sideshows At Local Event Draw Crowds And Comment
The sideshows drew liberal support for the committer and provided spectacle for patrons. Full space was occupied by diverse entertainments, and the large turnout led to several performers faring poorly due to the crowding.
Local fair stalls draw praise for menu and service
The Gulargambone Country Women’s Association branch ran the luncheon and afternoon tea booth in past years. The publican’s booth was run by Mr A Walker of the Hotel Gulargamblene and the cool drink stall by Mr S Simp gon, with excellent service noted.
Police coordinate traffic control at regional show
The local police under Senior Constable F. Skilkr and Constable Young led traffic management during the show. Constable Gould from Gilgondra aided on the second day with a watchful eye for wrongdoers. Detective Bourke of Dubbs Inspector North Dubbo and Constable Hedges of the traffic patrol also attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Skilkr
Young
Gould
Gilgondra
Bourke
Dubbs
North Dubbo
Hedges
Taffic Patrol
Show Ball At Maajestic Hall Draws Near 100 Couples
The Show Ball on Friday night at Maajestic Hall drew about one hundred couples including visitors from nearby centers. Door takings reached £46 10s, the best attendance in years, with a titty waltzing competition attracting many entrants. Mr and Mrs Wylder won the judges' final decision. Woods Orchestra provided music and supper was hosted by Mr FE Saunders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maajestic Hall
Yars
End
George Sorlie's Revue Co Brings Red White and Blue Show
George Sorlie's Revue Co presents a touring program in Gilgandra featuring Frank Redville Deleins and Dolors The Ardins Phil Murray Buddy Morley and Lily Coburn with dancing acrobatics and comedy acts designed to entertain local audiences Friday and Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gileandra
George Sorli
Ack
George Borli
Frank Redville
Deleins
Dolors
Ardins
Phil Murray
Gilgandra
Buddy Morley
Lily Coburn Combi
Aire
Golf club weekend notes at Gilgan dra Golf Links
Competitions Sunday at Gilgan dra Links drew good crowds though scoring ran high. In morning 18 hole stroke handicap Leggatt beat E F Tibbits on count back after both finished at nett 70. Afternoon 12 hole Canadian foursome went to C Leggatt and Mrs Leggatt with nett 48 2 3. Other top scores listed include H Haynes 99 94 7 2 and J Morris with Mrs Morris among several pairs noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilgandra Golf Links
Hndicap
Leggatt
FE. Tibbits
C. Leggatt
E. Tilshite
HW. Haynes
A. Beveridge
P. Hearn
Dienem
Asker
Contrary
A. Hobbs
J. Menning
Mrs. Leggatt
Wat
H. Haynes
Entertaining Vaudeville Night At The Marquee Theatre
Lay are Di Pier and Tommy Richards perform on ukulele with Ruby Stokes as soprano and Roy McDoneill as dancer. A shapely ballet and varied costumes complete a balanced show. The marquee theatre near Cornwall’s Garage hosts a full programme change Saturday night. box plan at Garlick's Newsagency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lay
di Pier
Tommy Richards
Ruby Stokes
Roy McDoneill
Owdertra
Cornwalls Garuze
Also Mentioned on This Page
MR. Yeo
MISS
Billie” Meehan
Miller Street
MR. Edgar Lemon
Prominet Horse
George Sorlie
Revue CO
P. Dignam
A’ E’ Holmes
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