Official Opening of The Shaw Way at Gloucester Show
The Shaw Way officially opened on Wednesday at 1.30 p.m. by Mr G Harding District Superintendent of Railways South Grafton praised the Gloucester Showground setting and the committee for their determination amid mud and rain. He lauded the junior exhibitors and the Chief Commissioner for Railways role in transporting stock and fodder, noting free rail return for bona fide exhibits and the show’s strong community support. Trophies were presented to top stock breeders, including cups for home milking, cow yield, and heifer prizes donated by local businesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaw Way
G. Harding
South
Grafton
Harding
Gloucester
Mr. Harding
Dawson
Iniheir
Railways
Noth Cast
Railway Department
Don Shaw
B. Shaw
Gloucester Show Attended by Prominent Official Guests
Officials from Maitland Taree Greaford and Wallamba Shows visited Gloucester on Wednesday. District Superintendent S G Hatel ing opened the show as Mr W C Thompson departed for a cabinet meeting. Attendees included Mr E W Sparke and Mr A Jackson presidents, plus D Smith and afullken presidents. Local figures such as J Ross and R Gibson joined the day, with other visitors noted. The event also marked condolences for James Monk and Lynda McTines, and a new oxygen machine installed at Narra-Weems Private Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
Maitland
E. W. Sparke
A. Jackson
Taree
Greaford
D. Smith
Wallamba
Afullken
McNamara
S. G. Hateling
W.C. Thompson
Mar
Newton
Din
A. Bébnett
J. A. Ross
Show Society
Basel
R. Gibson
Sydney
Mes
Bolton
Franl Alyson
Walcha
W. Webeck
James Monk
Bo By
Wingham
Krambach
Metines
Briefs From The Industrial Show And Produce Pavilion Highlights
Many fine industrial exhibits on display with a forthcoming detailed report. The Pig Section cup went to a tie between Mrs Bond and A R Wilson, eight points total. A standout was the Junior Farmers exhibit with a notable wool display from Linden Station. Gatekeepers and cafe staff performed well despite ground conditions. Microphone and amplifying systems drew praise, with Gloucester Band providing performances on day two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Hicks
Bond
A. R. Wilson
Linden Station
Herb Muddle
B. D. McAndrew
Society
A. J. Woodward
H. Muddie
W. H. Crowfoot
A. McRae
Mestre Rey
Andrews
W. Irwin
L. Davenport
C. Howell
N. F. Green
A Grahame
Harvey Tyers
A.W.A
Gloucester
Taree
Ivers
Hee, Gray
John Matthewson
N. F. Gréett
Milt
Newton
Munie
Holiday Arrangements: April 7 Edition Planned
A note outlines a holiday edition schedule for April with arrangements for a Wednesday release. Details mention a 70 edition and a Tuesday substitution, suggesting a special publish plan surrounding the date.
On the Green Pennant Team Faces Taree Tomorrow
The pennant team meets Taree on the Taree green tomorrow in a likely decisive match for the southern section program. Gloucester has stumbled in recent matches but must avoid errors this time and seek a strong win. The Wingham-Taree combined side is slated to visit Gloucester the following Saturday, though club players may be away for Easter fixtures. Gloucester will also send a rink to Tamworth and Maitland carnivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taree
Gloucester
Wingham
Tamworth
Maitland
Weight of Fat Ox at Show Judging Closely Misses
The ox used for weight judging tipped the scales at 716 pounds. The winner, Mr. T. L. Higgins, judged within one pound of the weight at 717 pounds. In a thin competition, Mr. A. J. B. Laurie again demonstrated capable handling of the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reales &L
T. L. Higgins
A. J.B. Laurie
Gloucester Show Opens With Thrills At Horse Rally
The Gloucester Show featured dense crowds and a packed programme of horse events. Entrants included J P Bruns Glenton and Good Brow Dig ger, A Ly Paynes Rosalie and Royal, and King Bros Liberty and Gold Maid. Ron Corbett won the draught horse derby, with Lavers Corbett second, as spectators enjoyed a day of judgings and parades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nall
Ween
J. P. Bruns
Glenton
Digger
A. Ly Payne
Rosalie
Royal
Bola Bros
Ben Hul
Ruetun
King Bros Liberty
Gold Maid
Brby
Moum
Fred Smith
Ron. Corbett
Lavers Corbett
Gloucester
BP. Bylinner
Robby
Ay Ty
Glouvester Shaw
Young Doe Smit
Nis Mouint
J. P Brinner
Joe
Lille Ruer
Ronnie Corbett
Alf Cravigan
Secon
Nev. Carter
Jack German Doug
Ramsay
Fred Breese
Lavers Corebett
Bob Crowther
Sale Fixtures at Lower Waukivory Farm Auction
Tomorrow Mr Tom Hicks offers Mr Robinson’s property comprising 300 acres at Lower Waukivory. The sale is held at the School of Arts at 1 am. The fortnightly pig wares begin on Thursday next. Sellers are reminded no calves will be sold on this date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Hicks
Robinson
Lower
Waukivory
School of Arts
Trotting Generates Notable Interest at Gloucester Races
The Gloucester event drew steady crowds despite slick track conditions. Horses like Dainty Dixie and Pronto Pride battled through the course, with Hizetrock defeating Dainty Dixie for the lead in the opening stretch. Lay Quest and Consolation Trots closed strong in a tight finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secon Neal
Gloucester
Pont
Mites
Jaton Maxton
Maze'roety
Belind
Dainty
Belinda
Hotee
Hizetrock
Laly Quest
Lay Quest
Sandy
Jim Toveleys
Roa
Ring Awards Horse Show Opens With Stewards and Judges
Ring events cover horses mares foals and ponies with numerous local competitors including Mackay Brunner Gowen Bros and Martin. The second day features champion rides open betting races and hunting in pairs with Miss Gee and Mrs Mackay among prominent participants and a note on popular baby names in Britain and Scotland.
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Hay
Muses
Migems Wow
Hen
Weta
Wolson
HuKuuy Be Weekes
FC Laie
Wood Shaman
Taylor T
Chama
T. Ay Coven
K. Mackay
Blow Poul
J. Barbour
Galloway
Everett
Far Jiey
Toot
Everly Doand
Galloway Myy Op
Vidi
Ky Mucky
Gen . Brws
Hany Statilery Tinesay Phin
Pony Bia Mare
Bain Houke
Joite “Forbes
Pony Fadl
Duty Portes
Ant White
Morty
Mare Vf
H. G Brown
Lowney Rawuster
Ko” Muskay
B. Dare
Ries de Higgins
Murray
Pontes Vigley
Hous Boor
W Merchant
Boy Fader
Bynaner
Brive Corbett
Yeats
Wen Oakley
Ben Mackay
Museey Gelling
Norm
Hebblewhite
Wal
Adams
N. Carter
Martin
Wint Hunt
Gooch Bros
J Star
King Ares
Liberty
King Bros
Miss Gee
Lady Rider
Mine. Mackay
Smitty
Lady and Gent
Gowwh Bros
J. Martin
Bonner
Hack
King
Bros” Gay Lad
Brunner
J. Ky Martin
Rainbow
Carter
Gloucester Hotel
Robin
A. L. Payne
Glendon
Commercial Hotel
J. K. Martin
R. Crowther
Lambell
T. ¥. Murray
Curiosity
C. Dodd
J. P. Brunner
Miss Dodd
Mr. Arch. White
Keith Farley
Gordon Atkins
Prize Winners Notified by School of Arts Secretary
Prize winners are asked to reply by Monday next and confirm by Thursday latest. M A Newton Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eplives
Monty
School of Arts
M.A. Newton
Special Lease 20 1 Gloucester Slipway Proposal Objections
G A Engel & Sons Pty Ltd applied for Special Lease 20/1 in Gloucester Land District for a slipway and yards at Myall River portion 89, formerly 10/1. Objections may be filed at Land Board East Melbourne by April 17, 1899. Also Theatres and Public Halls Act notice of application under Section 130 referred to the Commission with objections due by April 14, 1899. requires prescribed form fee and a statutory declaration of facts. Also endorsement sought for Stratford Public Hall seating capacity 177.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. Engel & Sons Pty, Ltd
Gloucester
Myall River
Land Board
East Muitland
H. G. Barrie
Theatres and Filus Commission
Wathat
Macquarie Street
Syaniy
Gaven
Commission
H Bignell
Stratford
Stratfond
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Draper and Mercer
A. i. Cavanough
A.hazelwood
Majestic
Leslie Howard
Wendy Hillier
Pygmalion
Victory Theatre
Bulldog Drummond
Africa
Joan Howard
Heather Job Warner
Reginald
Metro Goldwyn-Mayer
Nelson Eddy
Eleanor Powell
Evna May Oliver
Frank Morgan
Billy Gilbert
Tom Walls
Westinghouse
Sai Porno
Stanley
Church ST
West Endhouse Radiot
Preston
R. S. Wilson & Coy. Incorporated Accountants
Church Street
George St
R. 8. Wilson
AAA
AUS
AFCA
ASAA
Association of Accountants of
Aust
Society of Accountants & Auditors
England
Eta
KG. McRae
Narra- Weems Privaty Hospital
Fred Lowe
Gloucester Electrie Supply Co., Ltd
Tuembny
Apitis
J. S. Wilson
J. S. Wilson, and the Judge Mr. E. Haydon
Messrs
I. K. Higgins
SBP
Webeck
Weekes
H. T. Higgins
G. M. Hi
A. J Fryerett
A. V. Brown
Cessnock
Ken Machi
Ned Tar
Hariy
Good Bros’ “Evening Star
W. Merchant
Alemont
Neci
L. Corbett
P. Crower
Tae Marty Hlulyg Rainbiow
Bow Crowther
Maisie
Bella Golalyuhia Yeair
Ken Mackay
Husbamt
Grey
MacKay Brothers
Sydney Royal
Lig Mesers
Ken
Bob Mackay
Mackay Bratches
4UK Smith
Cobbo
Ie Linckeather
Scotland
Ann” Teade
Margaret
W. E. Sparke
Gloucester Dairy & Agricultural Farm
Mailsland
Sion
Wen
Dann Arm
West Wartla
Weatheregard
Denison Street
Advocate
OFFIC
Matestic Theatre
Gloummnasery Ovenestra
Spence
Hon
Government Notives
C'W.a. Younger
V.A.D
F. V Munro
A. M. White
Red Cross Society
Thorley
Chapman
Camden
New Jersey
Delaware River
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