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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 24, 1923
Page
4
The 38th annual Bumurkah Agricultural and Pastoral Association show drew record public attendance and a large number of entries. Arena events impressed, herd classes and shed exhibits excelled, Symons pavilion was crowded, and ladies served luncheon and tea with a hoped £100 proceeds.
The Numurkah Agricultural and Pastoral Society held a triumphant show on Thursday praised as the best in years. Weather was ideal, exhibits reached a record with over 1900 entries, and judges plus patrons affirmed high quality across classes, noting gains in school work and broad community benefit.
A discussion of the Numurkah show society's rising momentum and the key role of President Councillor William Hooper. The article lauds Hooper for hard work, enthusiasm, and his rapport with fellow workers, noting the society's aim to secure top provincial appointments and continual preparation for future shows.
The Numurkab Agricultural Society praised secretary W A Fairless and his daughter Marjory for flawless show management. Officials James Tyres Rh Adams and C Hilliard led arena duties while treasurer J S Christie and others ensured smooth operations. Luncheon gains and ticket sales look strong with about 3000 on grounds and takings above last year.
Since reorganisation the committee aims to fully perfect the grounds with annual additions. The Numurkah Football Club joins as a partner, agreeing to a long term lease during football seasons. A new fence is under construction and a post and rail barrier will follow. Future work includes moving the grand stand for a better trotting track and improved crowd view, despite cost.
The passage extols the enduring commendation of the ladies, asserting that what has been written about them should be repeated with emphasis since their achievements surpass prior praise. It reflects a persistent valuation of women's contributions.
Judges Messrs Ingoram and Gordon. stewards Messrs Hendy Christie Heywood. Draught horse values recover with strong young stock and improved type. J Christie’s Widgiewn Marshall by Baron Helmont wins championship. A Walters colt by Craig Willie tops stallions aged any. W Walters dominates Sires Produce Stakes and Challenge Cup results among a large field of entries from Waaia Tatura Numurkah and nearby farms.
A detailed report of horse classes with judges Messrs Power McCurry Walsh and Shintick. Competitors include T Allen, T Bates, A Fuzzard, J Grant, W Bannon, R J Watters, and many others from Numurkah Mooroopna Strathmerton and Shepparton. Strong lines in harness, buggy ponies, and yearling filly entries. judges note quality but uneven numbers across sections.
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