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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1935
Page
2
Readable from Balmoral show notes detailing steers, sheep, poultry, and cookery classes. Includes prize winners, exhibit rules, judging times, and entry eligibility for livestock, produce, crafts, and scholastic prizes with multiple named exhibitors and committees.
Thursday August 29 program lists horse entries for a trots event with riders J H Sailih A Sioa and other officials. Entries cover up to four per horse and list classes from 2 to 10 with specific stakes and time standards.
The notice outlines entries for horse classes, pony events, and poultry shows scheduled for Saturday August 2 at 8 pm with weigh ins, prizes, and details on riders, weights, and equipment. It lists class numbers, animal types, and participant names or affiliations where readable.
A fragmented council style notice outlines exhibitor eligibility, entry rules, and penalties. It specifies that exhibitors must follow provided sheets and tickets, with two entries allowed in certain classes, and imposes forfeiture or expulsion for improper conduct or misrepresentation. The committee reserves power to verify votes and disqualify participants.
Wire from Melbourne reports heavy rains causing widespread flooding in Gippeland and the Western District. Casterton records the highest river levels in years with subsidence and breached banks inundating fields and four tract areas. Submerged roads and impassable routes strand traffic while ships reach shelter behind the promontory as water and debris hamper transport. Local teams work to clear and assess damage as rivers rise further.
Wire service reports an early morning fire at a Belgrave residence. A resident awoke to smoke in her room, aided by a passerby who alerted others and helped evacuate the occupants before firefighters arrived. No injuries reported.
A letter from March 8 discusses protecting livestock transport during the stock season. It notes proposed restrictions on trucks and a plan to move stock by train from Murrow to Newmarket to avoid congestion. Officials aim to improve service with adjustments to weekly shipments and avoiding lengthy journeys, ensuring timely deliveries for sales.
The notice outlines exhibitor and attendee guidelines for the fair. It covers display eligibility, engraving and labeling requirements, judging criteria, and the sequence of events. It notes the timing for gates, admission, and closing remarks, with emphasis on proper conduct and adherence to the posted program.
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