Opening of Scout Hall at Bridgetown a landmark event
The Bridgetown Boy Scouts celebrated the inaugural opening of their new hall on a Saturday. The ceremony, led by Mr R Heater, was joined by the Girl Guides and witnessed by many parents and well wishers. E Abbutts, president of the Scouts Parents Association, thanked supporters, with Rev Thorman and Rev Inwood praising the project. Donations and voices of thanks flowed from local figures as the community praised the scouts for their achievement and bid future monthly meetings.
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Bridgetown
E. Abbutts
Hoy Scouts’ Parents —Association
Thorman
Inwood
Hoy
Thor
P. Odgers
Hilt
D J
MacAlinden
M Moore
Tavouy
Heagetown
Toad
Bog
Theout
Bridietown Ambulance Association
Fulleston
Toop
Nimbern
Seoul
Sanshlands
Sevater
Huwndel Sinport
Eviryone
Bridgetown Road Board Sums Up May Meeting Actions
The Bridgetown Road Board held a May meeting with members including Mesaja Ky and Wesiutowen. Actions approved included grader work, tree clearing, and a small fence removal with property access considerations. The foreman and officers discussed inspection needs and arrangements for required improvements during winter months.
Bridgetown Man Reported Drowned After War Service
A Bridgetown native named Bill Lonadale reportedly drowned after his ship was attacked near Singapore while allied forces fought nearby. Born in Bridgetown and living much of his life there, he was 28 years old and held as a prisoner by Japanese forces during operations in Wye Bill.
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Bridgetown
Lonedale
Penny
Japan
Singapore
Allied
Wye
Bill
Sale Yards Debate At Bridgetown Road Board Meeting
Road board at Bridgetown discussed locating stock yards and a central yard. Members urged an engineer study feasible sites and sought ratepayer and stockman input before any final decision.
Right and Left Wing Clash At Bridge Club Meeting
Committee chair Mr Hester described a right and left wing split among juniors amid a recent reduction. McAlinden urged withdrawal of a controversial remark as tensions and governance questions surfaced during the session.
Local business merger notice from Perth region
A damaged OCR item notes Mr Copley of Anchorige Butchery Go Perth purchasing Vale Mesars and associated properties. The report references Beidgetowe district activities and prewar visitor ties, with vague notes on annual shows, export lamb cloning, and wood trading. The fragmentary text obscures exact names and dates.
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Else
Smith & Co
Wise
C. A. Hallard
Car F Copley
Anchorige Butchery
Perth
Apley
Beidgetowe
Victory Ball Aids Red Cross Raises Funds
A charity Victory Ball Saturday night at the Red Cross hall raised about £43. The event featured cake and supper donations from locals, a program led by MC Ted King, and music by Mrs Bail Brown, Jim Thompson, and Row Mate Shows. The local branch collected around £40 after expenses.
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RED Cross
Thane
Ted King
Mra
Bail Brown
Jit Thompson
Thanksgiving service praise for war goal across faiths
A government speaker honors leaders of all religious bodies for their cooperation in a shared thanksgiving service for all denominations. He marks Europe’s late night victory proclamation after five years of total war, praising Britain and allies for freedom justice and peace while acknowledging ongoing efforts ahead.
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Chara
BE. B. Hester
Prevent
Europe
Ula
Arsenic Poisoning and Public Health Concerns
A distressed public health notice warns of arsenic poisoning risks from produce and contaminated vegetables. Officials urge vigilance, improved labeling, and safer sourcing as farmers and merchants face scrutiny over handling and distribution amid consumer anxiety.
Old Bridge Destruction Ends A Long-Used Ferry Route
The Bridghown Bowt Board ordered the old bridges over the river destroyed after years of use for traffic. A recent inspection showed extensive timber and iron work removed, with workers, including Mr Doug and Mr Wm Giblett, involved in dismantling. The bridge at Springhill Winnegop is cited, costing just under £500 and erected 48 years ago, with pile blasting using polignite and a diver.
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Bridghown
Floyds
Bunbury
Biselessmaith
Doug
Wdl. Giblett
Bridgetown
Winnegop
Bridee
Donat
Free Lending Library Seen By Bridgetown Board
At the Bridgetown Road Board meeting the Parents and Citizens Association asked for consideration of circulars about free lending abilities in Western Australia. They urged a children's tree lending library and proposed appointing delegates to discuss with public bodies. Mr Moyes supported the proposal. Mr McAliden noted no mandate to run such a library. Representatives Doust Moyes and McAliden were appointed.
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Tyo Jeter
Bridgetown Road
Parents and Citizens’ Association
W.A
Bridgetown
Cy Moyes
McAladen
Econtrol Puch
Constanil
P and C. Association
Moore
Doust
Moyes
Mt Je McAliidan
Fathers Association Forms in Bridgetown Meeting
A lengthy letter from the State President outlines the formation of a new body in Bridgetown. Members are invited to join via the local president Linjuhurti, with secretary Mr W Dummy ell handling arrangements and signup details.
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Mathers’ Association
Hraneher Hayousai
Bridgetown
Linjuhurti
Tha Hort
W Dummy Ell
Cuely
Pi Vible
Nomi Rian Qwinne
Willy
Winnegup Road Assistance and Ministerial Deliberations
A garbled contemporary note discusses Winnegup Road aid requests involving Mr Henry, the Brhigotawn order, and Hosea. It mentions ministers seeking details on operations and potential chances if certain parties respond, with references to Trenton and Grace and events surrounding a ministerial decision.
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Henry Cupersurd
Trenton
Englawal
Shane
Brakes Check Prompts Bridgetown Road Board Action
Traffic Inspector reports brakes on motor vehicles, especially highway carriers, were inadequate after two accidents. One member led a review, finding most brakes failed. nine months’ suspension proposed for those needing repairs.
Parking Areas Debate Over Bridgetown Road Plan
In a city council discussion, officials examined parking needs around Bridgetown Road and nearby streets. Members argued for reserving spaces and avoiding on street congestion while planning for future demand over twenty years.
Bathing Pool Prohibition of Maron Fishing
The Bridgetown policy pool board discussed improving Walker's Point as a bathing area for children and moved to prohibit maron fishing along the river. Members noted detected fishing activity at the water's edge and resolved to post notices banning such fishing in the area.
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Bridgetown Palicy
Bridgetown Truck Show Review At Meeting
Willmott outlined numbers for the Bridgetown event noting the depot project reflects credit to the factory. Machinery inspection revealed trucks and gear were sound with recommendations to purchase a plow and provide a large oak for haulage. A turnout praised by all, with anticipation of a strong show and improved equipment.
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Willmott
Bridgetown
Scout
Manny
Bowrd
Moore
Prisoner of War Told of England Capture
Mrs Arthur Hlechynden of Bridgetown received a telegram from her son Ptr Ray Hlechynden stating he was a prisoner of war in England. He indicated he had been in Germany for about four years and would be released after one more month.
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Olechynden
England
Arthur Hlechynden
Bridgetown
Ray Lectin
Australia
Current Coupons and Offers Data Snapshot
A garbled list shows clothing, sugar, water, and meat coupons with ranges and expiry hints. Includes June 3 and May 30 dates, weekly ratings, and vague availability notes, but details are inconsistent and some items are unclear. Highlights include clothing 41 to 57 expiring June 3 and meat 37 to 100 available by May 30.
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Ratimore
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Bridgetown Road Board General “Business
Mideerown Tani Board
Mesaja Ky
Halen
Waters
Scott
T A. McAlindon
V. A. Powet
C. Moyen GA
Exing
C. P. Scott
Suan Wheatley
Wesiutowen
Mowirn Waters
Tamelty
Reyes
Spencer Ani
Phillip Ervete
Bill Lonadale
Road Board
Hester
Svenhova
Jrave
Rennet
M. Beott
H. ©.Moore
Mr M. Scott
Mr. Moore
Jame
Ots Gang
Ehutemans Watnear
Education Department
Mr. McAlinden
Commissionee of Railways
C PB Scott
Sigel
Wilmoth
Central Yards
Wesfarmers
Goldetraugh Mort
Smithe
Mk. McAlinden
To Runs
Minden
Vinn Ware
Mu Alinden
Leys
Nte, McAlinday
Copley
Yur
Fathers’ Association
Interes IN
Bridcetowiy
Winnegup Road
Jumpton Steels
Hamptonest
PD. Willuiels
Cie Bret Nal
la Medd
McAlindes
H. C. Moore
M. Seedig
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