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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 03, 1941
Page
1
Those tough hills will first disappear with a cycle gear wrapped Malvern Star. Deposit at AM Layton Motor Garage Bridgetown.
Local items report acknowledgments from Wah to fruit growers and residents, plus brigetown affairs including elections nominations, postal renovations, and community notices. Also covered are a missing Attache Case, dance and church mission updates, a bridge town road board race, charity drives, wartime letters, and upcoming auctions and tenders.
The Perth based branch of the Citizens Association reported at the trustees meeting. The president Grey Greer led the session detailing receipts, balance and expenditures, including wages, school expenses, and library books. A railway accident near the town injured several people, with a significant funds item noted in the financial statement.
The Bridgetown school notes detail attendance at a high level with a monthly meeting plan in the staffroom and a review of sports sections including cricket, tennis, and baseball results. It records allocations for school funds and library books, praise for headmaster and staff, and a promise of a picture night, with an emphasis on community activities and fundraising efforts.
The monthly meeting of the Bridgetown sub-branch of the KSSDL was held on Wednesday evening. The secretary reported an increase in membership and that the Girls Circle would accept a part MaLe. A parade and a note of thanks for Junior Farmers use of the fir Fir meeting were read. Plans for a discussion venue and volunteer drives were discussed and arrangements noted.
A letter to the editor surveys wartime relief efforts and funds donated by the Girl Guides and Imperial headquarters. It lists money raised or pledged, including ambulances, lifeboats, naval and military support, YMCA facilities, and air force aids, with mention of distribution to Wales, England, and merchant navy support. It underscores broad public charity across services.
Retreading vulcanising and body work advertised on Stephen Street offers prompt attention to rail orders and safety by ensuring good tread. New and secondhand tyres are always on hand with work done at below city prices.
Fragmentary agricultural society text describes planning and meetings with references to barley and barley yields, aid requests, and work toward a purposed public event. The legible items show names and places obscured by OCR but indicate organizational activity and support efforts.
A detailed wedding account from a small town service at Bridge Church. The bride Miss Esme Walker, sister of the groom's sister, wore pink organdie and carried a bouquet. her maid wore pink satin. The groom Mr Dilkes and bride exchanged vows in a traditional ceremony with family and friends present. Reception followed at Lesser Hall with dancing and presents. transport arranged for the couple.
The Bridgetown Lawn Tennis Club will run a four day event from Friday to Monday in April with nine events for men and ladies. Entries close April 7 with secretary Mr J Rogers. A fortunat trier is promised and notable invitations expected from Basog 9 and Mansomayy.
President L O'Brien reports a year of war strain yet progress in revenue raising and student support. Revenue included 11 from Goldfields Pictures Ltd and 6 12 10 from inter-school sports, total receipts 23 64. Expenditure 20 17 8 leaves 43 3 credit to fund educational aids and sporting equipment. membership 73, down from over 100. Calls for more financial support, improved attendance at monthly meetings, and thanks to Bridgetown School Road Board Goldfields Pictures Ltd and community contributors.
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