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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 24, 1928
Page
4
The Numurkah Leader, published weekly in Numurkah Victoria, invites readers to submit paragraphs about district functions and events not yet recorded. Subscriptions are ten shillings per year, posted free within Australasia or delivered locally.
The Leader asserts it has the largest provincial circulation in the state making it a premier advertising medium for local merchants and businesses seeking broad reach in the region.
The ad declares the printing office can rival Melbourne or country printers in quality and price. It invites local businesses to request quotes and samples before sending work elsewhere, promoting domestic trade and reciprocal support.
The Numurkah show reported gate takings the largest yet as crowds packed the event. Organizers praised attendance and noted strong interest in exhibits and performances throughout the day.
The Numurkah Agricultural and Pastoral Society held its fortieth show on Thursday with record attendance and gate takings over £113. Quality in cattle and sheep surged, draught stock judged strong, and exhibitors reported high standards. Special praise went to volunteers, officers, and the luncheon and tea booths run by the ladies, while grounds and facilities improvements drew favorable comments.
The Naumarkah Agricultural Society held its fortieth annual show on Thursday with ideal weather and strong public attendance. Notable visitors included Hon. R. Kilpatrick M.L.C. and entrants from Nathalia Cobram Shepparton and Numurkah. The day featured lively sideshows, a town band, and orderly crowds, with judges and stewards listed for cattle sheep poultry produce flowers and crafts.
The society thanks the judges and stewards for their free service across show sections. Judges on Thursday performed capably with little fuss as their decisions pleased many, despite the typical inability to please all. Stewards received praise for their attentive work and evident dedication to the society and exhibitors.
The article lauds Numurkah officials for extensive prep work before the exhibition. President Mrs George Mops leads with dignity and detail, supported by Moss, senior vice F Thornton and junior vice T A Morris, all regarded as ready to assume the presidency when needed.
The ladies have tirelessly served at luncheons and teas for football matches, supporting the society’s improvements. Their year after year assistance funds grounds enhancements and conveniences, with meals praised by visitors for cleanliness and service. Their cheerful labor is credited with enabling progress and ongoing public enjoyment.
The secretary awaits a full list of members tickets sold and other funds to state the financial outcome. Gate takings exceeded £113, compared with £106 last year, £112 in 1926, and £104 in 1925, indicating growing public esteem. After expenses for luncheons and tea booths, a £67 cheque was handed in, and with football teas revenue the society should have contributed at least £100 for the year, with ticket sales and entry fees near average, signaling a handsome profit once totals are finalized.
The yearly programme of improvements was modest yet active with multiple afternoon tasks. The major achievement was the erection of a proper secretary’s office long delayed, chosen to replace the temporary shelter that could not withstand rain.
Local and outside traders presented a large collection of wares with strong farming focus. Messrs Coxon and Sons led the display including Ford cars and tractors plus wageins water carts spike rollers harrows and other implements. Other exhibitors featured marquee stoves furniture welding equipment and various motor and farm vehicles from multiple firms and suppliers.
An Infant Welfare Centre in Numurkah featured an outdoor display with a doll in hygienic clothing, a safe cot, and baby clothing samples. Mrs J Parker President Mrs J Kell Secretary and Mrs S Marshall led the presentation with Sister Willie explaining maternal concerns and nursery services. Sales of lamber supported the event and informational literature on infant care was distributed.
A sheep guessing contest conducted by Mr T. H. Ball yielded a near exact weight of 174 pounds marked by Mr A. H. Mills of Finley on his card as the only perfect score.
The day passed without any accident. Two falls occurred in hunting events but riders A. Duguid and J. Corboy were not hurt.
The event honors draught stock with J Henderson's Widgiewa Marshall taking the blue ribbon for the second year running. Allan Tweddle entered the 2-year gelding by Belmont Print from a Marshall Mills mare, notable for victories at Nathalia and Shepparton. Five yearling colts entered, with F Thornton’s Nether Craig Ends offspring praised and J C Thornton’s Blomfield Craig placing second, hinting at a possible reversal next year.
The district show featured horse, hack and pony events won by Allen family entrants and Miss Phillips in heavyweight hacks. Trotting drew limited crowds as horses ran solo. a planned special train to Sumurkah was not arranged. Exhibits included livestock, dairy products, flowers, jams and jellies with notable entries from growers and new competitors emerging.
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