Concern Over New Hospital Charge Scheme in Boyup Brook
The secretary read Department of Public Health circulars about a May 1 start for the new hospital charge scheme. The Lower South-West Hospital Boards Association voiced alarm, warning social service contributions may fail to cover costs and that government collection could replace local charitable work. The meeting also noted an unfinished electrical contract causing staff inconvenience and urged urgent action by the department. The next visiting committee will be R. C. Fraser and H. N. Farrall. Apologies from Donnybrook. Donnybrook to join Nelson association and enter two teams. Additionally, social notes mention Frank Harding visiting, Neville Bull traveling to Perth, and Mr. and Mrs. G. Beck visiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Public Health
H. N. Farrall
Lower South-West Hospital Boards' Association
Stfford
R. C. Fraser
George Sher
Welcome Social Welcomes New Methodist Minister
The welcome social for the new Methodist minister was well received with a packed church. Rev. A. Meyer led the event while Mr. Fawell was greeted by church treasurer Theo Bickford and representatives from Mayanup Wilga Sunday School Boy Scouts and the Ladies' Guild. Performances included several soloists and duets, and supper was served by the Ladies' Guild.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Meyer
Theo Bickford
Fawell
Duncan Muir
Mayanup
Shepherdson
Wilga
George Usher
G. Jones
Boy Scouts
Church of England
Matthews
Ladies’ Guild
Meyer
Fowell
Miss Shepherdson
W. Hadden
Fergie
Usher
Nelson
Bridgetown
Anderson
Banks
Boyup Brook
Scout Meeting and Hockey Delegates Gather in Greenbushes
John Broadhurst broke his collar bone after a fall from his father’s tractor, with sympathy sent to his daughter Mrs. Dewhurst. Scouts met in the old school with Mr G Jones welcoming Mr Fawelly as an assistant. Hockey delegates gathered at Greenbushes on April 22 with attendance from Nannup Kirup Balingup and Boyup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Broadhurst
Dewhurst
Cinderella Ball Hockey Club Ballot Night Highlights and Winners
Nearly 300 guests attended the April 26 ball featuring the Cinderella and Prince Charming competition judged by a panel. Winners were Miss Elaine Montgomery and Mr. David Miller from Boyup Brook, with many visitors noted among the dancers and a parade of named attendees in colorful gowns and furs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black and White
Balingup
Keith Smith
Dinninup
Elaine Montgomery
David Miller
Boyup Brook
Minses V. Machin
M. Bellin
Sho
J. Dewhurst
Dewhurst
D. Han
M. Depiaszi
Tockett
Girl Guide Notes Welcomes New Leader and Anzac Observance
Our new lieutenant Miss Fay Smith of Dinninup joined Guides on Wednesday. Nuryan Kent welcomed her and spoke. A rehearsal for the Anzac Day service and wreath laying by Rachel Broadhurst and Nuryan Kent followed, with Mrs Farrall making the wreath.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leutenant
Fay Smith
Dinninup
Nuryan Kent
Rachael Broadhurst
Farrall
Ng Ae Ds Pelle Dah
Codling Moth Spelling Updated by Editor
Readers noted the spelling change for codling moth. The editor explains that Department of Agriculture announcements now use codling moth and the term aligns with standard dictionaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture
Blackie
Bridgetown Hockey Wins Behind Warren Hat Trick
Bridgetown opened the hockey season with a 3–0 win over Jardee. Elsie Warren scored all three goals in her final match for the club before relocating to Perth. Captain Joan Moyes did not present Warren with a farewell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgetown
Boyup Brook
Elsie Warren
Annual Meeting Of Ladies' Golf Club
At the annual general meeting the ladies urged members to renew subscriptions early as the club now has a licence and needs funds. Miss Freda Taylor was thanked for treasurer work and thanks were given to those who helped at the previous day’s working bee. Miss Pam Smith will join the general committee replacing Mrs Calanan. The motion to lengthen the seventh tee was defeated. The president Mrs V A Doust the captain and secretary Mrs D Palmer will form the trophies committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Cox
Carl Moyes
Freda Taylor
The
Ladies’ Golf Ilag
Pam Smith
Calanan
E. Secombe
V. A. Doust
D. Palmer
Memorial Service Color Guard Patterned by Youth Groups
Behind the soldiers brownies and scouts marched to the hall front where the service was held. Guides laid a wreath while two brownies Eay Brown and Moya Hester laid their wreaths. The service was impressive and concluded with the National Anthem as the color platoon marched away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brownies
Eay Brown
Moya Hester
Tragic Timber Truck Crash Kills Two Near Pearton
Two men, William Hewitt and Edward Jones, died when a loaded timber truck collided with a stationary locomotive at Collins Crossing near Pearton on April 24. The impact crushed the cab, derailed three loaded wagons, and tore up 100 feet of track. Fathers and communities in Northcliffe and Walpole mourn as inquiries proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Hewitt
Edward Jones
Robert Hewitt
Northcliffe
Walpole
Pemberton
Sweepstake shoot canceled as C M F members absent
Bridgetown Rifle Club held a self contest after CMF nonattendance. Captain H K Shepherd won with two 300 yd bursts totaling 87 and 86? scores show Shepard 42 45 87 and Wilkinson 41 465 86. M Wilkins cup shoot scheduled at Manjimup with Bridgetown members to compete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgetown Rifle Club
C.M.F
H. K. Shepherd
K. Shephard
E. Wilkinson
R. Beard
F. Tate
J. Gray
G. Foster
M. Wilkins
Manjimup
Bridgetown Club
Barricade and Desert Camp Shine in Technicolor Drama
Bridgetown Pictures presents a strong colourful tale set in a lonely gold mining camp in a desert. Raymond Massey stars alongside a real tycoon as Roman and Clark, fugitives on the run, who join forces to challenge the camp base. The film, shot in Technicolor, promises bold entertainment with a story of defiance and rugged heroism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barricade
Ros Bons
Raymond Massey
Roman
Clark
Justee
Basketball Starts This Week At Manjimup
Basketball opens this weekend with fixtures at Manjimup. Dragons face Hi-Fliers, Rosellas meet Kangaroos, and Magpies play Rovers to reduce travel costs. Bridgetown clubs hold a travel fund event tonight. traveling players include Betty Walsh Coral Smith Ann Sloan Ann Connell Kath Hodgson Dorothy Harwood Jill Bloxsome Gloria Ducas Connie Maude Mitchell Mark Watson Maureen Brannigan Jill Smith Lorna Nye.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manjimup
Dragons
Hi-Flyers
Rosellas
Kangaroos
Magpies
Rovers
Bridgetown
Betty Walsh
Coral Smith
Ann Sloan
Ann Connell
Kath Hodgson
Dorothy Harwood
Jill Bloxsome
Gloria Ducas
Connie Maude Mitchell
Mark Watson
Maureen Brannigan
Jill Smith
Lorna Nye
Plans For R.S.L Ball At Greenbushes Dinner
Greenbushes sub branch of the R S L will hold a dinner. The secretary Mr R Pres te said tickets could be obtained. Mr Preston hoped all members would attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenbushes
R.S.L
R. Preste
R. Ton
Preston
Local Derby Promises Tight Football Clash At Showgrounds
Sunday’s match at the showgrounds pits Warriors against Rovers in a derby that could draw large crowds. Umpire Perks will officiate as Rovers, boasting a full-strength ruck and newcomers Regan and Green, seek to outpace a Warriors side marked by backline concerns. Tony Wheatley appears key for Rovers, while F Faithfull must raise form against Wheatley. The game hinges on system and form, with the outcome expected to be close.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perks
Warriors
Rovers
Giblett
Elphick
Gibson
Regan
Green
Rovers of Warriors
Tony Wheatley
Rover
F. Faithfull
Wheatley
Egan seeks South West Province seat amid reform talk
Legislative Council election candidate Stanley Arthur Egan defends opposing party endorsed candidate and touts water and power for rural areas. He argues the Council’s age and conservatism hinder new ideas while promising energy and practical leadership. Included is Bunbury fire death of Evan, a Mt Hawthorn resident, from a guest-house blaze and church services for May 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberal and Country League
Eanomet
Sy A
Legislative Council
House of Review
Anzac Day 1952 Parade Thanks From Bridgetown Sub-branch
Eric Molyneux, Hon. Secretary Bridgetown Sub-branch BSL, extends sincere thanks to Bridgetown organisations and individuals for cooperation enabling the smooth running of the Anzac Day Parade and Service in 1952.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgetown
Eric Molyneux
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Boyup
Cinderella” Ball Hockey Club
Mesdames T. Hayward
Hon Young
Cecil Moore
Hen Humbreys
Ballerina
Robin Nite
Moore
Snr
Syd. Haywird
P. Dent
P. Brooks
M. Stantch
Mise Nan
Girl Guide
Joan Moyes
Warren
Perth
Ken Keightly
Jardee
Bridgetown Recreation Ground
Cricket Association
Garet Wilkins
G. Busch
Ladies’ Golf Club
Collins
A M. Banner
P. Ohne
T. D. O'Neill
Baerbio
the “Times
R.S.L. Ball
Aly
Ian Hector
Bunbury
South- West
Stanley Arthur Egan
Flinders Naval Depot
Victoria
Kalgoorlie Street
Mt. Hawthorn
Burns
Evan
Koombana Guest House
P. W. McDonald
P.cc. Burston
Egan
St, Paul's
Mayanup Hall
B.S.L
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