23 Apr 1943
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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1943
Page
1
The firm issues a notice listing 19 000 sheep and 10 000 cruprisine ewes with details on lot counts and buyers. The advertisement emphasizes a major sale by well known breeders, inviting bids and indicating high demand and favorable market prospects for livestock.
Tender notices call for public works including removal of matter Soho and quarters. Conditions mention roam Perth and Bunbury with applications due May 4 in Tooston Ynys Heverien. The Mawvoay vary render by nak ges sory We ty Works and Ten Miniature foe.
A discussion on expanding access to knowledge through improved county education, state-supported and university colleges, and decentralized schooling. The author argues for equal opportunity, stronger secondary education, and modern facilities in townships to foster regional development and reduce concentrated power.
The P and C Association announces an upcoming gathering with President and speakers from various groups. A lecture by Mr. Lawrence, vaulter, and a housing update are planned. Members are reminded of the Friday meeting in Town Hall with notices on admission fees and treasurer Mrs. Mardo.
A long, heavy probate style notice records interment details for Promitine Anns Parish and many relatives and friends at Rugland Church Cemetery. Names include Bridgeting, Mary, Agnes, Hertha, Tony, Lasley, Lila, Elva, Nellie, Walter, Mary Flenting, Dakin, Moses, Wheatley, Adams, MacKinnon, Layton, Cross, Down, Wheat, Judgs, W. Whes, plus numerous families and clubs.
A tattered note records a football game between Pirridzetown and nearby rivals. It notes uneven play and a few standout performances as the teams clash, with a midgame interval treated by the local Balin Reon Cyr ladies.
Local social notes describe Mrs Dist Armen’s severe breakdown and ordered holiday. Mention is made of Mis Uy and Thaselburst in connection with community events and a river water unit question. Readers are invited to follow further developments at upcoming gatherings and local notices.
The Repertory Club presented a lively program at Ridge Town with musical and dramatic items. Performers included John P. Smithy and Miss Ganra Hoole, while Mabel avi Toit Cuethi, Henderson, and a cast of local players entertained the audience. An upcoming variety show at the Twwiy Hall toward May promises more performances with supper and further programming.
A misty week end saw about weather dampening turnout for the Red Chrome Benefit afternoon with croquet and bowls tests. Mrs Wilks was farewelled as she leaves the district, with thanks from Mrs Creed and other ladies for her help. A later note mentions the Be Grad Championship events and a mix of social activities and awards.
The Red Cross notes a midmonth report of activities and fundraising events. A Friday afternoon tea and Easter Hall run raised funds for the Red Cross, with volunteers collecting cakes, fruit, and other contributions. March totals include bandages, pillowcases, clothing, and other items shipped to headquarters. Additional sewing and material drives are described, along with preparations for upcoming events and broadcasts.
Evangelist Grohmand sized prophecy in a Sunday lecture linking Hitler Stalin and the Turkish role in Bible prophecy. He traced Ottoman rise, Turkish power, and a predicted drying up of Turkish influence as a precursor to Armageddon, citing Daniel Revelation and references to Constantinople and the Crimean War.
A garbled OCR passage appears to reference Boy Scouts and local events in a small town, mentioning meetings, locations, and individuals in an unclear stream of text. It lacks coherent names, dates, or actionable details.
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