28 Jan 1955
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Newspaper
Blackwood Times
Location
Blackwood, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1955
Page
1
A rambling, humorous pastiche recounts mishaps from a pool mishap in Greenbushes to deep sea misadventures near Bridgetown, with drunken escapades, car mix-ups, and a ponderous weekly thought about poverty as a stepping stone to success.
James Anthony Burke of Bunbury was killed instantly yesterday afternoon when he walked into a moving rock fall on the Bunbury railway. The incident occurred during routine maintenance work, leaving the railway without a worker. Police and railway officials are investigating the circumstances.
Nelson urges Bridgetown residents to act now on water crisis. He calls for identifying water sources, obtaining portable pumps, and a council backed by a 400 gallon truck to deliver water to homes. Proposes river water delivery, drum and tank systems, and festival and hotel provisions to ease shortages.
A local observer notes Gregeelup Brook’s return after over 30 years of poor flow. Three dead trout found in one pool, water levels fall across streams feeding Trickwood River, wells report lower levels after a hot spell.
The pontifical high mass at 5 pm will be led by Bishop Goody with assisted clergy from Albany Walin Bunbury and Perth. Archbishop Prendiville will preside, elevating Goody to Bunbury bishop with Te Deum to close. Priests from 20 parishes attend, with two lay reps per parish while visiting bishops address the gathering.
A holiday editorial reflects on Australia Day, noting the nation’s beginnings and its 167 years of growth. It urges unity and progress while acknowledging ongoing work to honor freedoms, culture, and Britain’s heritage as Australia moves toward a greater future with new arrivals.
The water sub-committee met to discuss addressing a water shortage and whether to proceed with the festival. A recommendation to cancel the event was discussed amid uncertainty about supplies and the impact on plans.
Inter club event announces Bundey covamen ten at 245 pm with an opening welsh parade and a final whistle past of nine teams competing in Bunbury surf carnival program notes details and participating clubs.
Alan WAU and Maurice Lean Koop erman faced charges for speeding near a state school. Both were found guilty and fined £2 with costs by Magistrate L. W. Stotter. A separate Greenbushes charge also earned £2 with costs for the driver. Edward Fleumen received £2 and costs on a similar charge after inspector Bursell noted the incident.
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