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Newspaper

Blackwood Times

Location

Blackwood, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Apr 16, 1948

Page

1

Water supply debate in Nannup addressed by Tuckey

A Nannup meeting addressed by Hobart Tuckey and Stewart Bovell discussed a proposed water scheme. They urged a definite government application, noting delays amid prior estimates of up to £10,000. County officials argued for prioritizing Nannup and explored feasibility, costs, and site options.

Nan- Hiup Hobart Tuckey Stewart Bovell J.T. Brockman Tucker Tuckey Nannup Bovell Margaret River Sussex A. Hallayer Nannup Wesson E. J P. Bjorkman Milan Hall Nanup Mr. Bord Parkes I. Hall Nunnup Io State Forest Natares Fords Gheradi Hell Hull Mr. Hall Betis

Half Can Make Substantial Housing Claim

Fragmentary OCR notes reference Mr Siggins and Mr McKensig with State Housing allocation recommendations. Mentions contractors, secretary, and C P Scott in unclear context. Text is incomplete and lacks full names, dates, or locations for a coherent summary.

Siggins McKensig C. P. Scott Secratary

ANZAC DAY BRIDGETOWN COMMEMORATION DETAILS

The 33rd anniversary of the Gallipoli landing on April 25 1915 will be marked in Bridgetown next Sunday week with a dawn service at 6 am at the War Memorial. A 2 15 pm unveiling of the Grey Smith Memorial at the RSL Hall is planned with an Anzac address by Mr Loy Evens.

Gallipoli Peninsula Bridgetown RGL War Memorial Grey Smith RS. Hall Loy Evens

Miss Westralia Tourist Party at Bridgetown

A lively social evening in Bridgetown on Friday April featured Miss Westralia tourist Bridgetown. Guests included Mr and Mrs Naylor and Miss Lucratt and Warrin with Mr G A Whelan known as Eric. Music by Mey J Perryman, Miss Sumpton and Mr E A Whelan followed with community singing. A Was No jackpot prize of a practical piso donated by Mr Ron Grant capped the event.

Westralia Bridgetown Simonay E. A. Whelan L. Lawsaynti Demonetea Bon Black Magic Tho Vty Mfr Ron Grant Lang Syne Hoppy

Mystery Man leads as event draws crowd at bridge club

A lively evening with the Mystery Man on April 18 brings strong turnout and socializing. Winners include Hustie in Red and Fred Buck in White, while Mrs G Maslen and the St yc ery committee earn praise for tables and catering. Bridge winner was Mrs Jack Holgate with 1741, close second Mrs Borie at 1700.

Hustie Fred Buck Apel Archie Mackinnon Bridge Eriquetta Mane Jack Holgate Borie Amon Phise Peesset Were Meinnoe In Faithfull Zinnecker Holgate Ruck Mota Choretay Beseley Walker Wheal Walton T. Salvatr Mre Rack Tuwaday Apri

Bridgetown Golf Club Annual Meeting Review 1947 48

The Bridgetown Golf Club held its annual meeting led by President O J Sparks with officers including W Owen Dr Cook C A Mackinnon and Hester Randell and Str E Griggs as secretary. The secretary reported 1947 48 season figures with membership gains especially among ladies and Indians, noted competitions through the year, and praised the Blackwood District Open and pennant fixtures. Financials showed healthy club finances despite visitor fee challenges and plans for course maintenance with greenkeeper Mr Sullivan and bunker top-dressing. The report thanked members and officers and looked to a favorable coming season.

Collicers Persea O. J. E. Sparks W. Owen Cook C. A. Mackinnon E. S. Hester Randell Secreary E. Griggs Treaker A. T. Peek A. Mackinnon Blackwood Sane Blackwood District Gollf Association Iasiweasim Manjimup Club Hardie Wook Geo Unk Sullivan

Mr Hoar to Tour Blackwood Districts

Mr Hoar M L A will visit Blackwood districts on April 1 to discuss local issues with residents in North Huininuy Koali hops and Mayenup. The tour aims to engage communities and gather input on regional matters.

Hoar M.L.A Blackwood Jn Roeat Bagi Ekwood Letodlog

Bridgelown Society Honors Longtime Life Member

The Bridgelown Agricultural Society last week created a life member to honor 20 years of service by Mr. Mitchell. He holds two life memberships in Bridgelown Bowling Club and Agricultural Society, served as bowling club secretary for 12 years and was on the Bridgetown Road Board for nine years. Born in South Australia, he moved to the West 47 years ago and has spent 45 years in Bridgelown.

Bridgelown Agricultural Society Mitchell Han Bridgelows Agani Nationy Bowling Club Bridgetown Road Board South Australia West Bridgeown

Nannup Coal Deposits Attract Eastern Interests

A Western Australia area between Nannup and Fly Brook district southwest of Pombarton shows coal deposits attracting attention from a big Eastern States company. A geologist led exploratory work near Sydney collected coal samples for laboratory testing, signaling potential major development for the South West region.

Grest Intermt Nanmup Fly Brook Pombarton Thyineere Sydney Aucther Laboratory Sintabet Seals South West

Yanmah Farmer Gored By Boar At Farm

Yanmah farmer attacked by boar near Manji mup district. Jamen Vatlentyne, 24, received extensive lacerations to left leg and right ankle after being pinned against a fence. A lad nearby helped fend off the animal and Vallentynie was taken to hospital in satisfactory condition.

Yanmah Manji Mup Jamen Vatlentyne Te 9 Min Vallentynie Ani

Dairy Equipment Urged for Proper Milking Hygiene

Dairy farmers urged by Kyle Simen of the Department of Agriculture at Bridgetown to inspect milking gear. Public Health By-Laws require vessels and utensils used for milk or cream to be properly tinned or enamelled and kept clean. Many old cans have been replaced or remain rusted and damaged, risking quality as milk moves to factory depots.

Kyle Simen Dalry Department of Agriculture Bridgetown Ithan Simos Tos

Toe H Holds Annual Meeting In Bridgetown Branch

Bridgetown branch held its annual meeting at the RSL Hall with strong member turnout. Officers named include Geo Honey as chairman and B Sandilands as secretary, noting the group’s productive year and renewed status as a full branch with plans to encourage younger members.

al Bridgetown RSL Patsitt Ppeiag i Faithfull Meredith F Ton Sandilands Geo. Honey P Faithfull Bob Sandilands Peter Farrington We Moyes Quartermaster D. Hardie Pile E.T. Moywny Bridgetown Headquarters Y State Ml Kn Mam Midat

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Mr. Tuckey R.S.L Mystery Man Georgette E. Bk, Mitchell Nannup Coal Deposits Maturih Toe H Bex
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