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Time to rethink Roblin fair as community celebrates past
The Roblin Agricultural Society marked its 90th annual fair with nostalgia for past crowds while acknowledging a shrinking population and funding. The piece notes enduring horse shows and the Horse Pull, mentions entertainment like the Wall of Death and a Big Top circus, and suggests replacing the fair with a one day downtown festival to revive summer celebrations.
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Roblin Agricultural Society
Manitoba Hydro
Calgary
Ag Society
Boissevain
Jack Townsend