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Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Apr 18, 1940

Page

4

Badminton Club Elects Officers At Annual Meeting

The Blackwood Badminton Club held its annual meeting on Wednesday week last with 16 members. Mr H C Jones presided. Officers elected included patroness Mrs Layton president H C Jones secretary D Macintier treasurer D Rooke captain J Awcock ladies captain C Green vice captain N Wheatley. A six member general committee was appointed. Membership capped at 80. A practice match was played last Monday and the official pen day on Wednesday April 7.

Blackwood Badminton Club H. Jones Oficers Tok Layton H.C. Jones D. Macintier D. Rooke J. Awcock C. Green N- Wheatley

Bridgetown Club Annual Meeting

The Bridgetown Badminton Club held its annual meeting on Thursday week. Officers elected: President TA Meinnes, Secretary T Bart, Treasurer A McHarg, Captain H Nesbitt, Vice Captain White, Ladies Captain M Gower, Vice Ladies Captain Miss K Awcock. Committee men Ron Edwards and W Crowd. Ladies Minves M Bastcott and D Firetom. Play begins first Tuesday with strong member turnout.

Bridgetown TA MeInnes T. Bart A. McHang H. Nesbitt Viee White M. Gower Mise K -Awcock Mitter Ron Edwards W. Crowd Minves M Bastcott D. Firetom

Manjimup Fruitgrowers Support Acquisition Scheme

A special meeting of the Manjimup Fruitgrowers Association at the Town Hall discussed the Apple and Pear Acquisition Scheme. About 30 growers and 20 other locals attended. George Parke and other committee members answered questions and two leaders moved a motion expressing confidence in the Acquisition Committee and urging continuance of the scheme, carried unanimously.

Manjimup Fruitgrowers Association George Parke Heals Messrs. Martin Sounness Akso I. F. Kammann A. S.C. Charley

Car Leaves Road Near Palgarup Injuring Few

A car driven by Mr. Thomson left the road near Palgarup after steering gear failure on a turn. The vehicle struck a tree but all three occupants escaped serious injury, suffering only minor bruises. List of officers and attendees at a local event follows in the report.

W. Thomson Thomson Vicinny Palgarup

Military Dinner Marks End of Bridgetown Troop Training Camp

The Bridgett troop of the 25th Light Horse Regiment held a dinner at the Bridgetown Hut on Friday April 12 to celebrate the end of three months training. Lt R Goodridge chaired the gathering with two guests from the RSSL Moser Smith and Ruck. Toasts honored The King Navy Army and Air Force and thanked returning members and officers with remarks by several speakers.

Bridgett 25Th, Light Horse” Reg Ment Bridgetown Hut R. Goodridge RSSL Moser Smith Ruck LR. Goodridge Navy Army Air Force Cpl KW Simness Cpl RS Tozer Torre Ce Williams Cpl

Advertising to Grow Your Business and Fortune

A concise promotional line extols advertising as the wise policy for merchants. It claims steady ads boost sales manyfold, urging timely, consistent promotion while avoiding excess drinking and slovenly routines.

Nelson Football Association Meeting Notes and Actions

A Nelson Poor Hall gathering led by Mr I Tomelty discussed club affairs on April 9 with Warriors and Rovers players named. Resolutions approved include minutes confirmation, receipt of correspondence, secretary expense approval, balance sheet adoption, a £30 War Savings investment, and plans for the next Green Bushes annual meeting on April 18.

Nelson Green Bushes I. Tomelty Messrs Ramage Pisher Maslin Blechynden Rovers Jenkins Ryan Aalityups Thompson Edwards Boyup Brook Messe Mashn Rae Hayden Tunton Kv Ryan Mastin Messrs Blechynen Wr K Ryan Greenbushey Tomeltys Ellis J. Thompson Hovup Ko Club Themypaan Mernafiee Ristuuneted

Upper Blackwood Junior Farmers Two Clubs to Meet in Tennis Match

An eight player team from Bridgytown Junior Farmers Club will face Upper Blackwood at the Tharap Broke courts on Sunday. Upper Blackwood's lineup includes Thompson P Sattell Knapp F Ruck D Cross S Cross G Elvey and B Simpson. If unable to play players should notify secretary R G Mack. Play starts 1.15 pm with tea refreshments, all members to attend and engage with visitors.

Bridgytown B. Simpson Rog. Mack Elt Mel

Engagement notice for Jim Littlefarr and M Sharp

The approaching marriage of Mr Jim Littlefarr second son of Mr and Mrs James Littlefair of East Took and Miss M Sharp of Dinniebrook will occur at the Church of England Donne Brook Ham on a Saturday in April. After the wedding they will reside at Eastbrook.

Jim Littlefarr James Littlefair East Took M. Sharp AC Sharp Marka Dinniebrook Church of England Donnebrook Ham Eastbrook

Mangimp Up Road Board Advances on Up-To-Date Plan

The Mangimpup Road Board outlines progress and future strategies for road development and electric lighting. Figures show population, traffic licenses, and rates, with notable gains in electricity supply since 1927 and ongoing projects including the dairy produce centre and water supply scheme.

UW Apy

Funeral of Walter Edward Brechynden in Manjimup

The funeral of the late Walter Edward Brechynden was held on Tuesday the 9th at St Martin's Church Manjimup. Rev. Brian Macdonald conducted the service and the cortège proceeded to Balbarrup cemetery where many friends and relatives paid their respects. A long list of bearers and many tributes from families across the South-West marked the ceremony.

Walter Edward Blechynden Sui Brian Macdonald St Martin's Church Manjimup Balbarrup Cemetery South-West Messrs W. L. Grockman Andrew Muir Deeside Mesa Jus Barrie Clayton Willie Ula Walter Ronald Frank Evelyn Tilda Matt Enid Hill Farm Clara Brechynden Ron Doris Agnes Skeams Hill Sylvia Shirley Kay Victoria Mark Luey Georgie Ray Wyn Allan Aia Bill Alma Clifton Famly Waveney Joan Roy Harold Laura Marjorie George Eric Frances Maud Tom Hazel Charlotte Trevor Mercy A. Cullen J. Ht’ Smith Bridgetown J. C Rose Jamnil Manjimup Trading Coy, Ltd Henry Ella Amy Lewis Jas. Barrie Thompson Phil Nomnatep Johnston Talkie Glen Itace Fill Violet Fanjimup House Ada Brain Dolly Len Edie Collins Claude Wheatley S. May Clarrie Bert J. Wheatley Spring Hill Winnegup Tipson Linda Jack Athol Jesse Kathleen Jemima Paul Brennan P. Liddelow Isabel Mick Ted Norrie Hargrave Lottie Dick G. E. Davies Mes Muir Margereson Guy Duffield Rita G. Stanger Mrs. Fanning Morey Puttick R. E. Durrell Mary N. E. Hills

Slides For Pictures Offer Picture Slide Services

Picture slide services offered with a large prior order history and high satisfaction. Advertises retail options and pricing details for potential customers.

Travelers and Visitors Bunbury Car Services Ad

An advertisement near the Wellington Hotel promotes car care services for Bunbury visitors. The offer includes washing and polishing, repairs, and related needs with moderate rates and mention of ferrying to your area. The note targets travelers with portable services.

Wellington Hotel Bunbury

Water Supply Scheme at Natal Town Sparks Debate and Costs

An 186 period discussion outlines a government funded water scheme for a Natal town. It details the project scope, reservoir capacity, pumping plant, and transport to arid districts, noting financial provisions and the scheme’s influence on local growth and public needs.

Natal Sind Biter Alia Leone Uae

Balingup and Nannup bowls clash on Sunday

The article lists players Struthers Henderson Lay Rowe Ruswell Moors and others in a local Bowls match at Balingup. It notes next Sunday's game at Nannup with teams and players and mentions apples for cider making and treacle drink preparations.

Struthers Henderson Lay Rowe Ay Ruswell Moors” Wight Chipper Pee Dearie Nobels Oman Kater Rieke Nannup Shales

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