Narrower Strip Adopted for Bitumen Program
The board debated 10ft versus 12ft road widths for bitumen works. Support favored 10ft widths with edge protection. critics warned of edge wear and higher upkeep. A list of streets to receive 10ft roads was approved, with broader corners widened as decided. Turner Road was referred for future consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. P. Scott
Winnijup
8. T. Waters
Geraldton
Lou Evans
Central Ward
C. Moyes
H. O. Moore
Grace
Forrest St
Scott
Waters
Wheatley
Allnutt St
Peninsula-rd
Nannup-rd
Tweed-rd
Grey's Hill
Phillip-st
Amos-st
Steere-st
Rose-st
Turner Road
North
Balingup News Highlights Local Events and Controversies
Balingup residents report Bert Trezise retiring from football to umpiring duties while A J Trezise is lauded as a longtime star for the Locals. Police cases include fines for dangerous driving and assault as local officials note clerical irregularities. The cheese factory reopens and accepts milk, transport staff travel to Bridgetown and Albany, and school activities face disruptions due to health examinations. Baby news, visits, and community notices wrap the week.
Shelter shed for winter hangs on asbestos supply
Parents and students wonder if the shelter shed will be ready for winter as the frame sits finished for two months. The delay stems from a shortage of asbestos to cover the shed, with concerns over safety of using inferior materials. Locals note weatherboards from nearby mills could replace asbestos and save transport costs while boosting durability.
Railway Guard Injured In Shunting Accident
George Wells of Bunbury received a deep gash above the left eye when a chopper weighing 50 to 70 lb jammed and flew up as two trucks came together at Balingup yard. The guard was treated on site and later booked off for several days after being transported to Bridgetown. He returned home by road bus on Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Wells
Bunbury
Bridgetown
Wells
Marriage Smith Dent at Boyup Brook Hall
The wedding of Patricia Dent daughter of Mrs. C J Dent took place Saturday afternoon April 22 at Boyup Brook hall. She wore white ivory slipper satin with an embroidered yoke and coronet of orange blossom. Attendants included her sister Mrs F R Sawtell and Mrs R Duncan in mauve lace. Best man Keith Moore and groomsman Roy Duncan. Organist Mrs O B Outridge and soloist Mrs R Brooks. Reception for 120 guests followed at the Town Hall hosted by the bride’s mother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boyup Brook
Patricia
C. J. Dent
Arnold Dent
F. R. Sawtell
R. Duncan
Lynette Dent
Beverley Keddie
Keith Moore
Roy Duncan
O. B. Outridge
R. Brooks
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V. A. Doust
Smith
Jack Cox
George
Ken McLoughlin
Vera Russell
Balingup
A. J
Bert) Trezise
Bert
A. Walton
Rep
Messrs. L. Ryan
A. E. Walton
Albert Sieber
Stotter
Greenbushes
J. Cugley
Subiaco
Kirup
R. McKelvie
Collie
Mr. Raymond
Perth
Ron Udell
West
Evans
Department of Education
Father Cryan
Donnybrook
Oliver
Anderson
A. E. Wright
Mrs. G. Palmer
Colin Osborne
Draper
Bridgetown Hospital
Elder
Albany
Bert Walton
George Happ
Mrs. R. Walton
Gordon
Mrs. Phillips
Bry Baling UP
Joe Breen
Qnertra
Adler
A.C
D.C
Fisher’s Garage & Service Station
National Library of Australia
Manjimup News the Mail
Manjimup Dairy Produce Co. Ltd
Smith-Dent
T. & G. Clover
Steerert
Peter
Dry Cleaners
John Cooper
R. Hancock & Sons
Spencer Street
Harmer & Rouse
Tel
Bridgetown Advocate
Thurs
Nla.gov
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