Numurkah Show Tests Stormy Weather Attendance
Adverse weather at the Numurkah show reduced attendance but gate receipts remained near last year. Stock sections, draught horses, Red Poll cattle, and swine showed increases. The event ran smoothly with improved grounds, strong judging, and generous support from the ladies’ committee who provided luncheon and tea. The show drew exhibitors from across the region and featured bands, side-shows, and a budding display of manure-tested wheat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Numurkah
Cret
Mathiesant
Ichiv
Fine stock show yields high quality draught horses
The exhibition featured superior draught stock with many owners absent on show day. Judges praised the quality, noting high-class animals across classes from colts to mares. Champions included J A Tweddle and D Cowan entries with notable performances by Messrs Thornton, Thorging, Walter, and others.
Weak class at local horse show features few entries
The event had a single stallion Sintrel by Santrey the Wran and two brood mares Eric Lee shaine and J. Lee second. A dry mare by Bootmink Reservoir, a filly by Binzen from Safe Voyage mare, and trotting winners include Hay Bros with Grand Voyage Mauritius mare and second Dustwood Kentucky mare. Direct Mauritius Grand Voyere mare was two years old trotter winner with VT Burns as second. Silver King yy Leo's Pride noted as only ca repr for pony stallion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr F. Irvin
Sintrel
Santrey
Eric Lee
J. Lee
Sidh
Bootmink
Reservoir
T. Rush
Binzen
Hay Bros
Mauritius
W. B. Crozier
Kentucky
F. Pinnock
Dan Voyage
Trotter
VT. Burns Weewood
Kintore
A. E. Heard
Yy Leo
Pride
Poncon Wins With Elegant Ride In Local Trials
Poncon added another victory in the bi event as a collection of champion rib ims by winning with his graceful infield horse. Morden and Burns showed fair form, while action is expected to grow. Prizes were awarded to Allen harness pony Toohey gig horse Avams spring cart cheese and Anderson tradesman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. OR. Poncon
TE. Morden
J. Burns
Trevether
A. Allen
J. Toohey
G. W Avams
R. W. Anderson
Hunters and Hackneys Show Keen Competition at Meeting
The event filled well with notable prizes awarded. Mrs I' BG Tonkin, Miss Rosie Cahill, and RK Ren took chief awards. Miss Philips and Mrs ML OF McNamara won minor cards. Open event went to H. Huesn's Tarcombe. second trot to R. C. Gordon's Boxer Wilkes. Mrs McNamara won pony hunter and placed third overall. K Allen took multiple cards. JK Allen won light-weight and district hunter. W Hunt placed second and third in 11-stone. Fadbest wig horse award went to A Wisely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Hocks
I’. BG. Tonkin
Rosie Cahill
RK. Ren
Phillips
Tonkin
A. Wisely
Dairy cattle show awards crowned by Billingham lead
A large cattle display featured strong Jersey and Red Poll competition. J Henderson claimed the male championship, F Pinnock swept 2 year and yearling bull titles, D Cowan the best cow, and C Tweddle and E C Watters the 2 year and yearling heifer winners. Red Poll cards went to five breeders, with J A Cuthbert taking the male championship and W Armstrong, J A Cuthbert, and G Billingham earning top second placings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey
J. Henderson
F. Pinnock
D. Cowan
C. Tweddle
E. C. Watters
J. A. Cuthbert
W. Fowler
W. Armstrong
W. H. C. Tyack
G.billingham
Cattle Show Awards Highlight Local Exhibit Wins
J W Trewin of Moethalien won the coveted ribbon in females for the third year running with the exhibit seizing the championship. RK Ritchie took the reserve card while Keith Paterson shared wins in both males and females as cattle were judged amid keen interest and spectators admired the leading out of animals into open spaces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Trewin
Moethalien
RK Ritchie
Keith Paterson
Lincoln Sheep Show Yields Strong Competition and Awards
Lincoln exhibit scene shows stronger competition than usual with Blankins Bros. taking both championships and J. Egwler winning a prize. Greiner and Son dominate Merinos while J. McKenna claims the ram championship. Suffolk, Southdown, and Berkshire classes award leaders as Hepburn and others take top honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Blankins Bros
J. Egwler
Border
Leicesters
G. Greinerland Sen
J. McKenna
Rams
Greiner
Geo. Moss
Southdowns
Shrops
Local Poultry Show Draws Large Entry List and Keen Competition
Judges MOH. W. Scott of Bundoora reported general satisfaction with results. Local breeders held their own as most prizes went to familiar exhibitors. Notable wins included R. Ros for heavyweight female with a Black Orpington pullet. J. F. Faless served as steward after years away, amid regrets over serious pecuniary issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mella
Lowlpenner
Moh. W. Scott
Bundoora
Kaede OW
J. F. Faless
4) Was a Strong Class in Farming Competitions
A fragment notes a better than usual class, with cheering lines about farmers progressing and taking focus in competitions, indicating notable performance and local enthusiasm in agricultural events.
Exhibits Shine in Home Products and New Talent Emerges
Exhibitors in the Home Products section win prizes and debut anew at Thames show. Roses and bloom displays wow crowds as Mrs McPhelain, G Bitcon, Gregson James win top honors. New growers appear in Cardena produce, preserved fruits, jams and jellies. Needlework attracts many, with growing male interest. Schoolwork improves with broader participant base and promising future exhibitors.
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Thames
A. McPhelain
Numurkah
Society policy led to separate entry in class selection
Fragmentary report notes an increased entry in the class and the society's policy to separate it from poultry for focused attention. The text hints at an evaluation or selection process judged as fortunate for the final choice.
Exhibitors Praise Improved Dog Show Accommodation
Mr Latchford advised attendees on the exhibits and local breeders praised the added facilities. The improvements are seen as vital after prior harsh conditions, and the dog class is expected to grow quickly, likely forcing a larger classification from the society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Latchford
Prize List for Werribee Judging Show
The prize list by judge Mr W Mathieson and stewards at Werribee lists champions and placings across classes such as Stilien, Coltom Gelding two years, Vearling Colt, Gelling, Dry More, Group of Five Horses, and notable cups. Winners include J Henderson, J A Tweddle, D Cowan, J C Thornton, W Walter, and J Cobbledick with multiple entries and reserve acknowledgments.
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F. G. Moss
W. Walter
Craig Willie
J. C. Thornton
Widgiewa Knight
W. L. Moss
Widgiewa Marshall
Royal Douglas
I. L. Fishwick
J. A. Tweddle
Hawkins Bros
Agricultural Society
Thomas Thornton
Mathieson
J. Henderson
J. A. Twed
D. Cowan
J. '. Hendy
J.C. Thornton
A. Tweddle
Thoarnton
Te. Cowen
W. J. Thornton
D. “Osm
Moss B. Yeorlini
Thornton
J.C. Thorond
Told
W. Walser
Tweedles Twat
Tweit- Wee Ec
Thorntons
Thorncom
J. Cobbledick
J. C
Tecrouchbreds and Trotters Racing Event
Judee Mer Reidell Tongala. Steward Mr J V Bourchier Saillien any age W F Irvine 1. Brood Mare Eric Lew 1 J Lee 2. Ty Mire J Smith 1. Fly vrs or under T Rush 1. Tuating Mare Hay Bros 1 W roger 3 FP Pinnuck 3. Trotter Yvrs or under Hay Bros 1 T Burns 2 Pony Stallion 12 acu A E Heard 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Irvine
Eric Lew
J. Lee
J. Smith
T. Rush
Hay Bros
Roger
Pinnuck
Trotter
T. Burns
A. E. Heard
Harness horses event results and champions named
The report lists multiple horses and handlers including Sudee with J Findlay and Alexandra Stewards, Tinekeper with Mr R Biggar, Snele Bugey Horse led by W R Donoau and champion, J H Morden and M Durne in Haine Pony, Gig Horse with J Toohey and champion J H Morden, and Spring cart Horse results for G W Adams Eric Lee and Tradvsmin Turnout with R W Anlersen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Don Oau
J. H. Morden
M. Durne
Haine Pony
A. Allen
Mo. Wotters
RB. Jeffrey
Gig
J. Toohey
J. Krinter
G. W. Adams
Eric Lee
R. W. Anlersen
Local Horse Show Results and Races Include Tonkin and Allen Wins
Hack events crown Mrs F B Tonkin and Walter Hunt as lead champions with Cahill Phillips and McNamara not far behind. numerous pony classes list riders such as Mollie McGrane J K Allen and E Mead. Trotting and hunting events announce placements for Tarcombe Boxer Wilks Rosedale Miss Dust and district winners within a 45 mile radius.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. B. Tonkin
Walter Hunt
M. F. McNamara
Rosie Cahill
Tonkin
B. Phillips
J. K. Allen
Miss Phillips
McNamara
Lady's
Miss Cahill
Rider
Mollie McGrane
Boy Ricer
H. Hueston
Tarcombe
Hay Bros
Jimmy Brook
R. C. Gordon
Boxer Wilks
H. Martin
Rosedale
W. B. Crozier
Miss Dust
A. Wisely
Mia McNamara
Mrs Tonkin
W. Hunt
Cattle Show Entries Include Shorthorns Jerseys and Ayrshires
Cattle show notes list classes for Shorthorns and Red Polls with exhibitors Mr Evans of Lima East and Mr Trewaskis of Tongala. Stewards named Messrs T O'Brien Hendy Fowler and Caldwell. Bull Syrs and over entries by J Henderson and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jedges
Evans
Lima East
Jerseys
Ayrshires
Trewaskis
Tongala
Messrs
T. O'Brien
5. Hendy
F. Fowler
C. Caldwell
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W. G. Hooper
T. A. Morris
Jack Tyres
C. Hillard
BR. Biggar
Yublic
Indies’ Committee
Society Wood
Show Committee
Lan‘ays
Numurkid Town Band
Irickey
A. Johnson
Dow
Bert Hedge
Hodge
Adams
Society
J. E. Harper
Rene
G. and
Torn Products
South Melbourne
Uzh Balsiim
Kornie Food Co
Pouverie Street
Carlton
O.T. Ltd
P.hran
H. Williams and Son, Pty. Ltd
Keidleb
Rg Road
Alphington
Pareons & Co. Pty
Flinders- Inne
Melbourne
Sunshine Biscuit Co
Auto Domain
Golden Charm Lozp Co. Pty. Ltd
Aberdeen
F. Pinruck
Symons
J. Fowler
Wasia
Formby
Tallygaroopna
Iate
E. Coxon
Gaston Header
McCormick-Deering
Moylan
Draper
Oc Pets
Orr
R. Kilpatrick
G. J. Tuckett
M’s.l.c
Harry Dudley
Shire
G. Greiner
Tongala Society
Nathalia
Cobram
Shepparton
Overrhhe
W. J. Thorging
Tatura
F. G. Moses
W. L. Mass
Ch. Cowan
W. J. Cobbledick
Quarty
Messrs Trawkins Bros
Tocumwal
J. Hemerson
Widgiewa
Major Robin
Pearl
Widgiena Cavalier
Wunnahiurra Silverdale
Widgiewa Baron
J. D. Hendy
C. Thornton
Carluke
J. A. Twedde
Melbourne Royal
Major George
Nether Craig Ends
Bonnie Belmont
Broughdoun Silverdale
J. A. Tweidle
King Lawrence
Wunnamurra Silverdale
Widgiena Marshall
Claus
Hawkins la Beautiful
Widgiewa Aire
Hewkins Bros
Widgiena Mac
Widgiews Clanswan
Nes Bros
Reale
Derry
C. Billingham
G. Close
J. B.brooks
G. Blingham
Miss Tyres
H. Matin
Pinnock
G. Billingham
Brian Hyde
Tor
Berkshires
Jne
P. O'Brien
W. H.C. Tyack
Louth
Workshirer
Tamworth
A. E. Will Vonse
H. Torrenson
H. Toagi Mon Ales
Little Crunters
W. Mathieson
Werribee
E. and
W. 5. Patrick
D. Galt
Singer
A. Cowan
Mer Reidell
Mr J. V. Bourchier
Sudee
J. Findlay
Alexandra
Messra BR
Tinekeper
Mr R. Biggar
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