Historical information

This photograph is of Mr J.W. Lynn riding over the jumps. In the background ids the first motor car in Orbost - 19132.
The first meeting to form an Agricultural society in Orbost was convened by the then Orbost Progress Association and held in the Mechanics Hall on Saturday, 10th October 1891. Its first show was held on 3rd March 1904...on a site alongside the Bonang Road where the present Golf Club stands. It is currently held at the Recreation Reserve at Newmerella. (Ref: In Times Gone By-Deborah Hall)
Equestrian events have always been an integral part of the show.

Significance

This item is associated with the Orbost Agricultural Society 's Annual Show which has been a major event in Orbost for over a century. Agricultural shows are an important part of cultural life in small country towns and the Orbost Show is an integral part of Orbost 's agricultural history.
Horse riding as a recreational and sporting activity has always played a significant role in the social history of Orbost.

Physical description

A faded black /white photograph of a rider and horse jumping over a fence. People are watching. It appears to be a male rider.

Inscriptions & markings

on front at bottom - " 1912 Orbost Show"
on back - "1st motor car - G. Nixon, Orbost Show J. W. Lynn riding over jumps"