Death of Lieut Vern Chidgey in Action in New Guinea
Augusta family learns their son Lieut Vern Chidgey B M has been killed in action in New Guinea. He previously fought in Lydiaiee and Crete and earned the British Expeditionary Medal for service. The family extends sympathy to his bereaved relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br. Geo
Chidgaey
Augusta Feprently
Bridgetown
Hie Aon
Livut
Chidexey
B .M
Miltacy
New Guinea
Iis Distros
ALR
Lydia
Ieee
Crete
New Guina
Hirther
New Guinan
Quebyland
Xervieh
We Ashiey
Boicetown
Free Lending Library Plans Weighed by Government
The Bridgetown Rout Board received a letter from the Premier's committee proposing a survey of free lending library operations in Western Australia. They plan to ask municipalities and boards about subsidies of up to £1,000 and consider establishing a flag landing library in Bridgetown. A meeting of interested bodies will be arranged to respond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgetown
Willen
Consey
W.A
Munteypartien
Rand
Bridgeton
P. and D
Road Board Election Sees Race For Four Vacancies
Greenhughes Road Board conducted an election with four ratepayers vying for four vacancies. The contest followed a recent election where EA. McKelvie Dove Patterson and Allen were among the candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenhughes Road
Letter of Appreciation From Overseas Service Member
A Bridgetown Ladies Auxiliary letter gratefully acknowledges Christmas parcels sent through the ACP Security. The recipient expresses appreciation for the thoughtful gifts from home and notes how letters and parcels boost morale far from the Bay area, with warm thanks to the auxiliary.
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Bridgetown
RSL
Rs.l
Haxtern Staten
G. TL
Gaudry
Current Coupons and Ration Items Summary
The notice lists ration items with availability and expiry dates. Sugar and meat parts show specific quantities, weeks on ration, and expiration dates such as May 20 for meat and June 1 for sugar. It also notes coupon timing and weekly ration totals for workers.
Catterick PPA Meeting Discusses Dairy Farming and Fodder
A well attended Gitterick Branch meeting on May 12 heard reports on dairy farming, fodder shortages, and prison pay protests. Delegates from Parliament and agricultural bodies discussed forward motions, with renewed calls to rally farmers and revive Bridgetown attendance.
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Gitterick
Catterick Dulegate
FW. Meal
Hollees
Galler Marketing Board
Fie
Bridgetown
Harry
Delacate
C. Meharde
Catterick
PPA
Lona
Thridgetown
P.pla
Ieee
Olf
Art
Ki McKelving
Membire Hopad
Placy
Baron Hay
Sta
Bridgetown-Cheenbushes
Stainay
Huron Huy
Distriet
Bridgetowe
Worth Trying May Lottery Chance Promises Prize
A fragmented note urges readers to buy a ticket in a May promotion, referencing a first prize and a drawing tied to a local draw format. The readable lines hint at a contest or lottery with number identifiers and a call to participate.
Fruit Prices Special Meeting Called for Bridgetown Growers
A lengthy Bridgetown Growers Association discussion led to plans for a fruit price special meeting. Executives indicated Ministerial talks and Eastern State visits to discuss the position, with delivery delays and partial shipments of Jonathan and other varieties noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgetown
Assciatiot Waz Deci Rovetio Growers
Prioe
Memorial Bed Given at Bridgetown Hospital
A memorial bed was dedicated at Bridgetown Hospital by Mr and Mrs Draper to honor their son. The Drapers and their daughter Mrs Voit attended as representatives of the Bowed hospital board. The bed is placed in memory of the late Drphy who died in the Middle East during the war. Avey Elder chaired the presentation with support from Dr N S Williams.
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Bridgetown
GV. Deaper
Bridgetown Hospital
Bowrd
Draper
Avey Elder
N.S Wiliams
Pital
South West Racing debate on club withdrawals from associations
Delegates at Bunbury discuss a proposal from W A T C officials to pull Bunbury Pinjarra Northam York clubs from South West Racing Association and place under WA T C control. Northam Districts Racing Association backs WA oversight with district steward appointments. Pinjarra plans renovations costing about £800 as it aims to resume meetings.
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Dunbury
Pinjarra
Collie
Bunbury
W.A.T.C
W. J. Winterbottom
Perth
Banbury
Northong
York
W.alt.c
Weactg
Tiwna
Northam
Pteward-Luniliewpper
W.A/Tits
Eh Diate
Cari
Del
Pinjarra Club
Greenbushes
Balingut
Cullig
Pinjarre
Scouts Bridgetown Troop Plans Weekly Meetings
Scouting notes report on Bridgetown troop activities including Saturday meetings at the Sent Hall every week at 1:30 pm and a welcome for visiting Cubs. Mention of Ron Hux or Wau and Perth trip details imply a social weekend with weather described as favorable and an enjoyable trip to Bibareltay. Committees urge communication with the Scoutmaster.
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Australia
Deaal
Touma
Acout
Ron
Jel
Spene
Perth
Biareltay
Petit Tv al
Wentley
G. Maord
F. Sutton
Persis
Bridgetown Agricultural Society Considers Next Show Date
During a council meeting the Bridgetown Agricultural Society discussed holding the annual show again. Members applied for November 9 as the show date and will debate the final plan at the next meeting.
National Fitness Centre Debate Sparks Community Outcry
Citizens condemn the Cunbahatety National Fitness and Community Centre project as a misused funds and a poor plan hurting Boyup Brook. Local leaders and residents demand better social spaces while warning the hotel and main street area may suffer if the centre proceeds.
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Ominy of
Chen
Tom Meer
Groy
Aline Niky
Savare
J.T. Tonkin
Far Ratysition
Mon. J. Panton
Hallie Day
Natuval Fitnness Cwaneil
Qureelyon
Gannot Phavi
Late payments raise concerns at farmers association meeting
Ron Cox and others faced unpaid Martin pears supplied to the Apple and Pear Bond. He moved that the meeting protest the inadequate payments and demanded action. The motion was supported by Mr Bo Mitchel and received strong backing.
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Speakine Ae Dhu Byneerown Ryait Wwowsrs Association
Ron Cox
Anidie
Martin Peare
Agpie and Pear
Feneavey
Mi Bo
Mitchel
Wae
Italian Prisoners of War Objection to Increased Pay
A Bridgetown Agricultural Society meeting debated the British government plan to raise Italian prisoners of war pay from 1 to 2 per week. Speakers argued most prisoners were not worth weekly wages, noting many lacked farming knowledge and would only be worthwhile when paired with experienced workers.
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Nc Hw
Gauner Menting
Bridgetown Angticultural Society
Ohjke- Usne
Commone Waalth
Ieee
Nebur
SDH
Aek
Sper Pasionus Trial Ends Amid Sparse Evidence
A court proceeding concludes with limited evidence presented. Prosecutors argued for charges while defense emphasizes lack of victim testimony and unreliable corroboration. The judge set a date for ruling on motions and potential sentencing.
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Lieut
Vern Chidgzey
B.2.m
Road Board
MR. E. McKelvie
Chatillen Consulta- Hog
Firat Prise
Mveung
Rermenee van Wade Tym Teleeram
Wxeutive
Heine
Koster
Apple
Aid Tnt Hr
J McNey
Manning
Rojonap
Alee Powula
Ingwie
Moose
Hava
Huster
Jane
C. P. Beatt
Hester
Jonathans
Gtmur
Casey
Arkle
Red Cross
Mie Walmeley
Mia
Harry Draper
South West Racing
Bridgetown Troop
Boyup
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