The exhibitions were started by Mr. A. Wardle, who was the Headmaster between
1926 - 1929. There were only 2 exhibitions held in Sutherland's. The exhibition's
contained displays of schoolwork and prizes were awarded.
In 1927 the first
exhibition was opened by Premier Richard Butler, seated also next to him was
Inspector Gartrell. Mr. Ben Thiele, the committee chairman, stood next to them.
Mr. Wardle, the headmaster, stood with his hand to his chin. The first exhibition
had nine schools attending.
There was drill running
and fife bands. At night presentations were made followed by a ball. The Director
of Education opened the second exhibition which fourteen schools attended -
this was attended by Members of Parliament and many inspectors from the Department.
The shields, cups and trophies were donated by Harris Scarfe, Eudunda Club,
local business owners and other interested people. A decision was made that
the exhibition had grown too large for Sutherlands all the exhibitions were
from then on held at Eudunda.