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Newspaper

Blackwood Times

Location

Blackwood, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 02, 1945

Page

1

Acquistion Scheme Addresses Apple Growers Meeting

The Chairman of the State Apple and Pear Hoard told Bridgetown growers that price variability and limited capacity threaten shipments. He urged unity, noted 1.75 million damaged fruit in the district, and outlined plans to ship Granny Smiths to the United Kingdom with 450 000 cases targeted for market.

Geo Parad Angul Menting Af Ue Bridgetown Carter Uwir Jonur United Kinder Khapes Eent Cartwr Hwewnxs Cleow Randy Dow Jonathana Clens Dunssehich Granny Smitha Dulivary Apple and Pear Board Mr. Carter Staten United Kingdom Murt Cemart Tewan Ponne Chareeda Danny Grover

Beginning of March Comes In With Northwest Chass

A fragment notes the approach of early March and mentions Northwest Chase in a terse item. Readers see a placeholder date hint and a concise transit or event reference, but details remain unclear from the OCR fragment.

Fruit Casea Meeting Outlines Case Constraints

Attendees at the Hidgetown Fruitgrowers Association annual meeting discussed the feasibility of fruit cases made from amber. Mr VK Johnston claimed cost issues and supplying ideas to Haber for a swindle case. The Aquile and Paar Board noted difficulties delivering 200000 cases for apples and pears, with green amber as the sole option. Mills at Pemberton and Jardee showed industry progress, while plans include three million cases requiring storage and distribution. A Redwood case purchase was pursued in Bladen, and 100000 cases were sent to the Eastern states last season.

Aquile and Paar Board Carter Anyangie Pemberton Jardee Blalen Orkleavour

Galvanised rabbit netting production held up by shortages

In a reply to M. E. Bow MLA, the Director of Materials Supply notes galvanised netting for rabbit proofing is delayed by manpower and coal shortages. Despite approvals, skilled manpower and wartime supply limits impede galvanising. A meeting is to push solutions, with imports previously suggested but no surplus available.

My. EK Bow Hour Department of War Organisation of Industry Gurgetves Notting and Wire Go, Ltd Haw Wart Organization of Industry

Pemberton to Open New Youth Building Week End Event

The Minister for Health J. H. Panton will visit Pemberton with director My Murray Bittle and director Haliitay to open a new Youth Building. The event will align with 80 boys from Perth Boys School who will take part in swimming and other activities Sunday and Monday. A Scout exhibition and a Youth Club dance are planned for the weekend.

Pembertot J. H. Panton Iedu- Eton Murray Bittle Haliitay Pemberton Perth

Yanmah School Notes End February Beat

Yanmah School Notes details a late February game where Walton and Bras Flugh players contribute. Blee leads by 20 points as Brian Baker and others pace the team, with references to imp and feature items and a focus on meat packs.

Walton Ra Boy’ Walton Bras Flugh Donna Brian Baker Blee

Bridgetown Bowling Carnival Attracts Wide Attendance

The Bridgetown bowling carnival drew a large crowd with 140 players possible, featuring events like Bridgetown pairs McBride and Masel winning 40 21 and Bridgetown fours led by H Bennett taking 27 10. Local officials praised hospitality and the event’s growth as the carnival opened with Mr Carintlo Aud addressing players and Mr W J Pearce praised for season support.

Bridgeo Welcumi WiAsBeAs We Chelaire Albert Pell Carintlo Bridgetown Maidy C. H. Bennett Man Powling Club Witks W. J. Pearce McBride Masel Vic. Park Willan Guetaton Fremantle Clough Leederville Pittensen Knox Perth H. Bennett Lawrence Trenannen Ford Kin Park Bem Allen Herbert Moulton Smith Jones Kent Evans Lachlan Marsh C. S. Tones Hayidiapaingies Wood Wewl Tranainen Shampionship Patra Mendames Peters McGovern Meadames Howie Dickenson Tadia Foura Angell Boas Priers Dickinson Porter Anapp Tales M.A. Browbane Laden

Fight Sparks Debate Over New Savings Tomb

A fragmentary report notes a local fight over a proposed national savings tomb project. Key figures and exact location are unclear, but the dispute centers on funding and community impact, with officials promising further details at a later meeting.

Red Cross Monthly Meeting and Fundraiser Details

The Red Cross monthly meeting and fundraiser will be held Friday March 2 at Leanen Hall. Proceeds aid burn victims and community needs. Ice cream, cake, sandwiches, and a bake sale will raise funds. Volunteers are urged to help with preparations and sales.

Dm Put Leanen Hall Rt Nn Bruyole Mareh LO Mise Rose Churchill Iburiel India Wally Law

Orange Peel as Cattle Feed Proposed in NSW Plan

Mr. Gedy McClymont of the Department of Agriculture in New South Wales notes that discarded orange peels from fruit drink manufacturers could supplement dairy cattle fodder during shortages. He cites high digestible solids and concentrates in the peels, with overseas tests supporting their use. He warns cows should not be fed peel before milking and urges careful handling to avoid waste.

Gedy McClymont Department of Agriculture Nsw Sydney

Credit by Weight Debates at Bridg town Fruit Association

At a Bridg town fruit association meeting in September, Mr Geo Parkeaid defines 0 bushel as 42 pounds for credit by weight. Delivery weight determines credit. consignments of a grower ton or more are weighed, with graders used per case. Growers may appeal to the Inspector if rejection weights seem excessive.

Ki Hill Bridg Town Fruitevowern’ — Association Geo

Current Coupons and Ration Details Noted

The notice lists ration coupons for clothing tea sugar butter and meat with available dates and expiration. It mentions quantities per coupon and weekly allowances, including new coupons for special sugar items and jam. Some entries expire March 11 and rationing continues for several weeks.

Hospital Meeting Notes at Bridgetown February 15

The Bridgetown Hospital board met on February 15 with Drs ECP and staff listed as attendees. Minutes show patient counts, discharges, and pending orders, plus motions on monthly visits by board members, hospital finances, and safety features like a verandah rail and front rail addition for the hospital grounds.

Duncan Tlwan Wholy Carl Moscin Mciee Goodridge

Bridgetown Scout Troop Cricket and River Safety Day

Bridgetown Scout Troop held a weekend event with cricket matches against Bunbury Sea Scouts at the Seins building and a river safety caution. Bunbury won the cricket, with Bushford and O'Neil notable for Bridgetown and Banting for Bunbury. Scouts were reminded to behave, avoid river hazards, and uniforms and rewards were announced for misbehavior. Photographs from the Perth trip in August are now available through the Scoutmaster.

Phere Thurainy Marek Pew Sein Bunbure Sea Scouts Gunbury Bridgetow Buniuey Bridgewen Bunbury Bushford O'Neil Bridgetown Sutor Cnet Book Home Satarday Sram Perth

Soldier's Welcome Home Celebration at Disguis

A two year overseas service soldier, Corporal Constantine, returns home to a gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Miting in Disguis. The event features dancing, family greetings, and a toast to the veteran known as “Bi” to friends. Relatives include Daphne and Dan Riange, and Mem Mick Wren.

Mro J. Miting Disguis Chk Constantine Ale Asrvice Ersaleg Mit Ten Cpl Wory Keya Ofen Sven Iy Riange Twins Daphne Dan

RSL Prisoner of War Fund Donations Listed

The ledger records donations to the Returned Services League Prisoner of War Fund including Smithbrook Dance Committee £8 1s 8d, Fred Thomas 12s, Mew & Raph 462 ATS Angel 8s 5d, Dy Gravel and Me Pe 2s, and Mrs Crombleholme 27d.

Geo Geo. Major Smithbrook Dance Fred Thomas ATS Angel Crombleholme

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mudgetown Chass EK. Hoar M.la Yanmah Jane Poltan Joanne Balingola Eity Wenillias Foyer W. Pedtee Zinneckery Bola Russell Ruekho W. Bailey Dakin Towony Allen Crowedont Blakenay Wight A. Bailey Blakenwy Care Flieton Hartley Jones Mitchell Po Wright McTronald Darling Bailey Kathgate Wilson Evans Bolton Abbotts Wiline H' Tram H. Jones Bill Chambre East Promantiel McChure Harrow Metropolis Fey Benett National Savings Tombe RED Cross Bridgetown Hospital Spa Ry Goouvidge L. Tearen Tal McInrey de NS. Williams J.B. Dollamtone A. Eldar Nian G. KE Saunder Po L Burk Hever Todaly Metts. Ehler and Dones Me. L. Pearce Tlw Impilal Aalmitkod HWS Huapibl Boy Scouts TROOP RSL
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