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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Apr 13, 1939

Page

7

Joy Hodges Story Shows Screen Success Recipe

Film notes recount Joy Hodges rise from vaudeville and radio to Universal film stardom through hard work, chance encounters, and bold choices. The piece highlights her early singing, stage work, break with Ted Pio Rito and Jimmie Grier, and breakout leading role in Service De Luxe after a pivotal meeting with Alexander Korda.

Wendy Joy Hodges Harrie Universal Joy Brian Bors Brill Democratic Hollywood Service de Luar Conlly Babe Stance Bennett Sation Vincent Price Sta Bluebird Twins Cinema Society Pro Dari Joy Ducers Wendy Bar Amsi Iowa Hong Kong Joy J London Switzerland Exact Globe Ted Pio Rito Impressario Ozzie Nelson Carol Lerner Jimmie Grier Los Angeles Biltmore Bowl Sten Genate Voles

Errol Flynn and Co Stage Prank War on Dawn Patrol Set

On the Dawn Patrol set, Errol Flynn and co stars played wild pranks that turned the studio into chaos. Exploding bonnets, rockets from radios, and smoke from engines kept the crew on edge while director Edmund Goulding endured the nonstop jokes.

Michiel Makin Eod Errol Flynn David Nien Donald Crisp Basil Rathbone Michael Brooke Earle of Warwick Dawn Patrol Warner Bros Edmund Goulding

Death notice for Robert Linto in York with funeral date

The death occurred at York on April 5. Mr Robert Linto aged 32 years. The remains were interred in the Roman Catholic portion of York Cemetery on April 5. The late Mr Linto was the father of Mr Victor Linto of Bridgetown.

York Robert Linto Linto Victor Linto Bridgetown

Hollywood Beauty Hints and Golf Notes

A noisy mix of local notices and fashion tips from Bunbury area. The report covers a golf club house tender, minor proposed alterations, and aims for completion before opening in May. Also mentions shop ads, tailoring, railway cafe, and beauty advice on eyebrow pencils and eye shadow suitable for different eye colors.

Balingup Golf Glib Wednanday Hill Mes Busing Hires Ltd Apo LSE Lakare Langlands Motors Sil Malur

EF ON THE SHORTCUT TO TON

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Bunbury MacArthais

Balanced Diet For Health Campaign In Melbourne

The Jian Health Association backs the National Fitness Campaign with a slogan on fitness as a personal privilege and national duty. Dr Joby Dale, Melbourne City Council Chief Health Officer, emphasizes diet and nutrition, urging posters and window displays to stress daily fruit and vegetable intake and the value of a mixed diet with proteins, carbohydrates, and calories for general well being.

Jian Health Association Joby Dale Melbourne Imam Nutrition Ciel Perth

Dardenup Hotel gets healthful menu and service

The Dardenup Hotel announces refined meals with emphasis on milk leafy vegetables and raw salads and a daily fruit at meals for digestion and teeth. Mr Toy, recently in charge, promises good table service and clean eating habits while offering wines ales and spirits and child friendly provisions at the hotel.

Rati Try Dardenup Iris Tuiel Toy Perth Travallers Dardenup Hotel Heer of Bob Toy Late Kalgoorlie

Death of Mrs Lucy Slingsby at Manjimup

Mrs Lucy Emeline Slingsby died in Manjimup after a long illness at age 50. A WWI veteran spouse of Harry Slingsby she had lived near the Donnelly River and served as a Red Cross nurse. The funeral at Manjimup cemetery featured returned soldiers, a Union Jack coffin cover, and tributes from the RS&S.J. and local organizations.

Aingering Lucy Emeline Slingsby Manjimup Indy Ar Harry Slingsby Han Donnelly River Slingsby Red Cross Sliggsty Angi WV. Bushell Chrin Mayo Messrs Pre. Idetl W. Prager C. Radburn J. Hulkes TI. Howell W. Collett J. Lo Mackenie S.J W. Noble Jax Barrie Manimap Suberbranch RS S.L Lof Warren District Hospital Sil Francis Belle Kay Harry Bert Donnelly Park Zet Day Aleck Jim Mary Terry Jimmy Max Kreitmayer Bert Shorthouse Ten White Mr. Hodgson Cooper C. Pollitt Mes. Chapman Geo. Richmond Bob G. Lankstead Maeers Caligari Verrier and Joy Poster McPherson J. Pittendriegh

Tourwat Victoria aid Princep Streets shows

Readable text notes Bunbury Lounge Suites made to order with refined Rams and recovered repairs. Showrooms at Victoria Street reference plasterite lining boards Perth modelling works. Agencies listed Bridgetown Manumup Boyup Brook Pemberton reflective of regional suppliers.

Victoria St Plasterite Lining Boards Perth Bridgetown Manumup Boyup Brook Pemberton

Small Bowl Adventure Ends With Child Found By Father

In a rural scare near Balingay last week a boy from Lake’s farm family disappeared after helping haul materials for farm buildings. Mrs Lake reported the missing child to East Kirup Forests Department. a search party formed. The boy was later found walking toward home with his father, who had also been seeking him. The youth claimed he only went to look for his dad and was returning home when located.

Lake Balingay East Kieup

Garcia Posters Shine in Modern Sign Writing Display

The Modern Sign Co presents Garcia and Posters with vibrant commercial art window displays. The representative showcases sign writing expertise and a kick of visual impact for storefront windows and promotional layouts.

Pert

Departure of Methodist minister in Nanup district

Residents of Nanup express regret at the departure of Rev A R Withrey who has been appointed to the Goomalling district. Although he served briefly, he left many friends and best wishes follow him to his new posting. Rev A Myers will take over duties in the Nanup district.

Nanmtp A. R. Withrey Goomalling Withreyaw A Myers Nannup

Tragic rescue ends in accident involving child near paddock

A boy named Michael, son of Mp anit, sustained a head injury when a falling sapling struck him after a man and woman attempted to escape a fire in the paddock. The child was carried to safety and treated, with the injuries described as not as serious as first feared. observers noted his calm demeanor during the ordeal.

Michael Lee Steere Janc Sista Arian Wieser Torrie

Arc of the Teeth Fears on Global Dental Health

A fragile global health report notes that Australians exhibit among the worst dental conditions. Authorities urge school programs and parental guidance to improve hygiene after meals. Melbourne University researchers call for better brushing routines and prevention to curb dental decay.

Meath Mpharis Ik Eins Ental Australas Melbourne

Unclear OCR Summary About Local Water Service and Repairs

Fragmentary text mentions water service, Perth, government, farmer, and repairs. Multiple garbled terms prevent precise meaning. No identifiable people, dates, or organizations can be confirmed.

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