Timber Fallers Walk Off Job After Arbitration Upset
Timber workers at Deanmill, employed by Nike Timberfallers in the State Law MIM dispute, left the job Monday morning over pay in steep country. They sought 3s per load versus the current 2s 6d, after an Arbitration Court upheld a Board of Reference award. Mill foreman joked April Fool’s but managers warn logs on hand may run out, risking mill closure if no settlement is reached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nike
State Law Mim
Deanmill
Ndt
Arbitration Court
Timber Workers' Union
Board of Reference
Pemberton Parents and Citizens Hold Annual Meeting
The Pemberton Parents and Citizens Association held its annual meeting with strong attendance. Officers elected include President Roy Kelly Vice Presidents R M Cooper and J Rowberry Treasurer T Donaldson and Secretary CC W Roby. A credit balance and concert income noted. plans for community concerts library and school link loudspeakers discussed. Mrs Roby reported on the Perth federation activities with an illuminating address.
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The
Pemberton Parents and Citizens’ Association
Roy Kelly
R. M. Cooper
J. Rowberry
T. Donaldson
CC. W. Roby
Northcliffe
Parents’ and Citizens’ Federation
Perth
Roby
Federation
Three Youngs Arrive in Local Transport Deal
Local notice reports M A Sanger selling Upper Blackwood Transport Service to brothers Jack and Ron Young, sons of the Boyup Brook headmaster George Young, the eldest, followed by Jack and Ron as younger siblings. The item notes community congratulations and various social happenings in Boyup Brook.
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M. A. Sanger
Upper Blackwood Transport Service
Jack
Ron Young
Boyup Brook School
George
Ron
Dwalganup Dry Day Rain Gauge Mystery
P D recorded no rain for the first time in forty years at Dwalganup after Mrs P D dried his hat over the rain gauge with petrol. The hat stretched over the gauge blocked rainfall until two days later when rain finally arrived. The incident left locals baffled by the unusual dry spell in the region.
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P. D
Bridgetown Scouts See Transfer And Upcoming Social
H James of the Claremont Troop temporarily transfers to the Bridgetown unit and wishes are offered for success. Dave Hardle shows continued interest in the Movement. A Scout Social is planned for April 12 at the Scout Hall. Due to last Friday’s absence, F Sut ton EF Faithful arranged the meeting with Scouts meeting again Friday evening.
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H. James
Claremont
F. Sutton EF
Simper's Mill Destroyed By Fire At Pemberton
A fire around 10 30 Thursday night razed Simper's Mill in Pemberton causing about 4000 pounds in damage. The blaze left 14 to 16 mill workers unemployed while authorities hope the big engine may be repairable. Forestry Department aided efforts to limit damage to nearby timber and materials. The cause remains a mystery as manager Morris first noticed the fire.
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Simper
Pemberton
Morris
Forestry Dept
Wedding at St Pauls Church Bridgetown in 3 pm ceremony
Eldest Halden daughter Winnifred Olive wed Mervyn Robert Whitton at St Pauls Bridgetown soon after 3 pm last Saturday. The couple exchanged vows in the church with Rev T R Pelham Thorman officiating and guests later welcomed at the bride’s home. A dance and supper followed with Lionel Anderson MC and music by Vivienne and Ray Brooks and Doreen Graham.
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St.Paul's Church
Bridgetown
Winnifred Olive
Mrn
H. J. Halden
Boyup Brook
Mervyn Robert Whitton
George Whitton
Vivienne Brooks
Eric Blythe
T. R. Pelham Thorman
Lionel Anderson
Vivienne
Ray Brooks
Doreen Graham
Wilga Dance Raises Funds For Local Welfare Group
Wilga residents bid farewell to Mr and Mrs Nelindorf who have left after six years of community work. The Parents and Citizens Association held a March 29 dance with receipts near £37, plus additional contributions totaling £18 10s. A doll prize, a decorated cake, feathers, and cake sales boosted the event, with prizes won by Reg Shepherdson and Mr G P Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelindorf
Parents and Citizens' Association
Neindorf
Boyup Brook
A. Morris
Jaca
Reg. Shepherdson
A. M. Smith
Valedictory for Mrs. Lloyd at CWA Rooms
On Wednesday March 27 twenty ladies gathered at the CWA rooms to bid farewell to Mrs. FE D Lloyd and offer best wishes for her future. An afternoon tea was served as bowls of dahlias from Mrs Charteris adorned the decor and Mrs Shepherdson presented framed pictures during a brief speech.
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C.W.A
FE. D. Lloyd
Charteris
Lloyd
Cricket Match Cancelled By Late Visiting Team
The Association match between Wilga and Benjinup was cancelled on Sunday as the visiting team failed to arrive by 2.30 pm. Local players mixed with Benjinup for a scratch game while others used the tennis courts.
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Wilga
Benjinup
Lade
Harvest Festival School Fair Draws Crowds for Sale
The Methodist Harvest Festival Social on Monday featured a display of fruit vegetables jams and bread for sale. A seven year old boy bid 4/6 for a watermelon before his mother regrets halted the bid. A lively musical evening preceded the sale.
Kitchen Tea for Winnie Halden Before Wed Wedding
On Wednesday evening March 27 at Mrs. Viv. Brooks home guests gathered for a kitchen tea celebrating Winnie Halden prior to her marriage to Mervyn Whitton planned for the following Saturday. Mrs. Brooks provided amusements and edibles as guests brought many useful gifts. Community games and singing plus pianists Miss Joyee Meredith and Miss Doreen Graham joined the event.
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Grace
Chris Hilden
H. J. Halden
Lil Lombardy
Chowerup Hall
Daisy Draper
J. Rowley
R. Draper
Viv. Brooks
Winnie Halden
Mervyn Whitton
Dads Sub-Branch to Continue After Meeting Adjournment
At Manjimup the annual meeting of the Dads Association faced low attendance and an adjournment. Upon resumption, the sub-branch was continued after discussion. Officers elected include President H. P. King, Vice-presidents ik Wetherell and L. J. Sims, Treasurer A. B. Teede, Secretary W. G. Cornwall, with committee members W. E. B. Henwood, W. Hamilton, J. W. Muir, and E. Copp.
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Chewerup
The
Red Cross
Dad's
Soldiers, Sailors, Airmens, Nurses and Fathers’ Association
Manjimup
H. P. King
Messrs Ik, Wetherell
L. J. Sims
A. BE. Teede
W. EB. Henwood
W. Hamilton
J. W. Muir
E. Copp
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Berty
Doc
F. W. Leeman
Parents and Citizens Association
Mrs. Roby
State Store
Wises
Boyup Social
Dick Nield
Pat Smith
Cecil Moore
C. W. Hales
Mrs. Walker
BE. A. Campbell
Boyup Brook Hospital
Messrs
FE. K. Hoar M
Bill Burns
RLAAF
J. R. Purse
Fullidup
John Robinson
Pat Webb
Metropolis
Dwalganup
Bridgetown Scouts
Dave Hardle
Wilga News Social
Mrs. Minchin
Kirup
East
Frank
Frank Happ
Bridgetown Advocate
P. A
Mr. W. G. Cornwall
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