Dear George and Henry a Bunbury Boy rises to prominence
A September 1948 Blackwood Times tribute to J Mitchell of the Western Australia Bank, once a Bunbury boy who rose from local roots to political prominence as Premier and later as Governor. The piece reflects on his career, ideals, and lifelong service, praising his impact on land development, farming, and public life. It notes his origins, his bank career, political ascent, and eventual honors, ending with a hopeful nod to future generations.
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Bunbury
James Mitchell
Western Australia Bank
Perhans
J. Mitchell
Mr. Mitchell
W.A
Western Australia Banke
TOS
Ita
Politz
Mitchell
IMD
Henry
Fiomenan
Honair
Coull
Sxegheney
Western Australia
Gow
Mitchll
Is Majesty
Maser
Rynhory
Mm WA
Homen
Don
Youth Fellowship Admission at St Pauls Church Aug 2941
A fair ly large congregation at St Pauls Church witnessed admission of youth candidates to the Church of England Youth Fellowship. The service, led by Diocesan Reader Mr E T Mayes, followed an Evening service with lessons by Parochial Reader Mr H C Tomelty. The fellowship aims to conserve youth in Christian channels, promoting Christian Service amid social needs without political barriers. Each member must endure a three month test and may receive certificate and badge upon admission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul's Church
Wentury
Church of England Youth Fellowship
Eveniong
E.T. Mayes
H.C. Tomelty
Parochlal
Finka
St. Paul's
Oustealle
New Zealand
Canada
U.B.A
Great Britain
Bithon
Pig's Litter Of 20 A Record In Uris District
In Uris district a Large White sow owned by Mr. E Copp of Middlesex produced a litter of 20. Ten survive as fourteen are being suckled and one is being batte reared. The sow, purchased from Perup farm Lee, is praised for the prolific birth and the keeper notes the £18 outlay was worthwhile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uris
E. Copp
Middlesex
Nannup Market Heads Sell Four Cattle Lots At Sth That
Nannup Market Elder Smith & Co Ltd held four cattle lots at the South That market where about one hundred head were offered and a satisfactory clearance price achieved. Details include flat cows at 21 5/0 70, 18 month Shorthorn Steers at 8 to £97 10/0, and 18 month Shorthern Heifers with prices from £5/0/0 to £5/10/0.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elder, Smith & Co. Ltd
BBC
Bridgetown Show Receives Generous Donations for Exhibition
The Bridgetown Agricultural Society announces numerous donations for the upcoming show on Friday, November 12. Funds and trophies from Evelyn Hester, Hobart Tuckey, Winton Beatton, and many others support cups, prizes, and special awards across cattle, sheep, fat lambs, poultry, and crafts, with a focus on points and exhibitor merit.
Walter family strengthens Agricultural Society leadership
The Agricultural Society notes a transition in its presidency with Mr Keith Walter stepping in to succeed. The Walter family maintains long running ties, with his late father Me. J. H. Walter previous president, and several relatives actively involved. The report covers council changes, show preparations, financials, and plans for a 1940s show under Governor Sir James Mitchell.
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Keith Walter
Jung Association
Walter
Ong
Me. J. H. Walter
Society
Mars
Gulin
Sram
Goo
Ste Mins
Janet Walter
RS. Bester
Excel Aeneystie
Jum Muehelt
Rain Insurance
Hester
Pramda
Caah
Mt Tollows
Bank of New South Walex
Bank of New South Wales
Public Trustee to Visit Bridgetown
The Public Trustee Mr J Glynn is due to visit Bridgetown next week. Citizens may contact the Clerk of Courts office on Steere Street for arbistance and enquiries.
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J. Glynn
Viet Bridgetown
Nest Week
Danioun
Clerk of Courts
Steere Street
Bridgetown Red Cross Monthly Meeting Report
The Bridgetown Red Cross met in the lesser hall on Friday. A letter from headquarters thanked us for donating £2 and requested items for refreshments for upcoming Show Week. A successful United Dramatists afternoon tea at the town hall raised over £40 for the starving children of Europe.
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The
Red Cross
Wealder
Indies
United Dramaatians
Town Hall
Europe
T. Halton
Chinatown
Andy
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Blackwood Times
Editorial One
George
Jimmie Mitchell
Nannup
Bridgetown
Bridgetown Agriculture! Society
Mester
Evelyn
Godfray Muster
Hilton Estate Cup
Ibilton Batata
Wiminenp
H. C. Moore
Hobart Tuckey
Shaw
Bud Wheatley
J Filcott
Bridge Town
Jonphy
Smith and Co
Orexport
Galdabroigh
Ventralian Partners Ltd
Watsons — Limited
Messrs
Most
Paihts
Elassen
Imost
Chris. Prastidis
C. W. Wilnon
Gsinion
A. E. Bartlett
Brido
Rive Wien Moep
Ewan Ir
Max Minchin
Agricultural Society
W.K. Walter
Eulocise
E. J. Gibert
KS. Hester
Mesers EJ
Giblett
G. B
Warlawton
We S
Bagstow
Neeter
Louncillors
Moore
Sparke
J.williams
TE. Bolten
LV. Klapper
J Water
Hd Bushihal
C. B. Scott
Wheatley
Bolton
Klopiery Whooillon Cent de
Willian
Albin
Votal
Oval
Eepfort
Howd
Bomid
James Mitchelly
Shion
Phe Salo
Tolariat Res
Comnteya
Bex
Nenne
Cashman
Coote
Fesks
Mr. J. Jones
Channel Screet
Swart Nsw
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