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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1945
Page
1
Creditors and claimants to the estate of Martin Whyte late of Bridge Town farmer deceased intestate must send written particulars to the Public Trustee Supreme Court Building Perth before May 9 1845. Failure to comply bars participation in asset distribution. Dated March 28 1845 J U Glynn Public Trustee.
A meeting tonight at 7 pm in the Mr. and Bickford’s Lair to discuss the Bridgetown Road District election for one member. Nominations: Lawrence Vivian Klopper and Stanley Thomas Waters. Polling day is Saturday April 21, 1945 with polling places at Lesser Hall Bridgetown Winnijup Falls Winnijup Mile Well School Winnijup. Secretary E C Siggin announces polling places.
In the postwar era Australia should leverage its vast primary products to support its economy and aid Europe, with India urging demand for Australian goods. Strong production gains in crops and potatoes may drive export surpluses, while markets like Ceylon are explored for potential shipments.
A fragment notes a chance to establish sea overseas markets by opening Australia, stressing prudent use of a golden opportunity and timing at the ebb to secure future prospects.
Social items report Miss Swan visiting Dundgetown with family, Rev. Nurtian Tweed arriving to serve as minister in Eriown, Cpl Jack Rankine returning to service, and many relatives visiting Bridgetown. Mrs Handstrom and baby visit, Valentine leaves for city staff post, Rev Li W Farman leaves Bridgetown for North Leeder ville ministry, congratulations to the Angus family on a birth, vacations noted for Summers and others, Mr Irving Moyes seen in town, a large family gathering hosted for Rankine, and a Parents Association meeting planned at the State School with an informal session on April 15. A Repertory Social attracted a crowded turnout with a strong show.
The funeral for John William Morris of Phillip Street Bridgetown was held Friday April 6 with the burial in the Bridgetown Cemetery Methodist section. Pastor H W Parmoan officiated the graveside service as casket bearers Stan Shephare Baldeck Armstrong and Blurry Peterson. Floral tributes came from his wife son Harold daughter Laurel Grace Stan Kit and Harry and various family friends and church members.
A fragmented report from last Friday’s Boy Scouts meeting outlines plans for a floor project and assigns helpers. Names and details are garbled but indicate coordination among TROP O and Tea groups and recognition of several leaders for their contributions.
The lettered sketch discusses a blackberry pest tale and local figures in Bridgetown with mention of J. Albbe and the Posted Press. It references a forthcoming piece by Parabtetemyin and notes an April date. The prose carries a period newsroom tone and hints at civic attention and publication details.
The Bridgetown Junior Farmers Club reports a busy year with officers including president Bo Bentley and secretary L Loewe. Members heard lectures by W F Gill and I Garrison, toured Nelson Press, and hosted debates on Marketing After the War and the Referendum. The club celebrated its fifth anniversary with a social and cake cutting, and held its annual meeting on April 4 concluding with officer elections.
The Red Cross notes its April meeting with 21 members present and reports on condolences for Mrs. Opper and Mrs. Murdory. The club granted an application for use of the Red Cross Cat and recorded receipts totaling £161 10s 10d, including a Pope contribution. The notice mentions departures from Bridgetown and updates on monthly gifts and forthcoming events, with plans for a dance committee and April sale preparations.
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