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Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 09, 1952
Page
18
The Barcaldine Show opened in excellent weather with 116 horses entered for ring and sporting events. Entries include numerous ponies and riders from central and north western districts, with classes for ponies, hacks, mares, geldings, and riders of various ages and skill levels.
Mr Jack Forrest president of the Longreach P and A Society opened the Barcaldine Show noting desert regions can boost food production. He praised garden and farm exhibits as a credit to Barcaldine and urged shire councils and government to support recreation facilities amid 116 horse entries and racing activities.
The judge praised the hard work in the ring noting Joyce Mur as the exemplary participant and highlighting the effort shown by the riders yesterday.
The Cannon Hill sale saw 8600 sheep yarded with mixed consignments from Barcal Alpha and others. Brokers quoted prices for prime wethers and ewes, while cattle entries of 2900 ranged from prime steers to good quality cows, with overall values easing and plain lots harder to sell.
Barcaldine Wool Show highlights strong entries from 58 exhibitors led by Arthur and Sons with a standout champion fleece that performed well despite drought. Wool Court debut praised for showing wool separately with cartons aiding preservation. prize winners list dominated by Arthur and Sons across fleece categories.
C Q Toowoomba match noted for Sunday with consideration of players from Campbell. Blackall lists four players in squad as part of the event coverage.
Fragmentary note shows White son from Rockhampton recording a donation by the orchestra at the basketball club’s dances dated 24/12. The entry hints at a local fundraiser or social event with music and community support.
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