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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 28, 1949
Page
2
The board faced higher costs to run a horse and lorry for rubbish collection, with estimates of 100 for a stable, harness, lorry alterations, and 25 to 30 weekly for feed. Ideas included stabling with a farmer or disposing of the horse and using the lorry as a trailer. The works committee was re asked to reconsider avoiding the horse if possible.
The West Manjimup Branch criticized vermin poisoning charges as excessive in a letter presented at the Manjimup Road Board meeting. Acting Chairman I Davies questioned farmers' demands while the branch praised the board's vigorous policy and funding approach. The letter was received with no action.
Members praised President Mr J F Barry and Secretary Mr J Clarson for their first year work in the Chamber. Mr Gomme and Mr Mann stressed the value of their leadership while Mr Clarson received senior vice president honor. Executives elected include H Low F Newton G Mann Gilbert Ogden with others for committees and auditor nomination. Support for Junior High School status and regional representation on the South-West District Zone Development Committee were discussed.
James Branchi known as Jim Blackwood died in Fremantle Hospital after years of ill health. Born in Sonice Italy in 1880 he and brother Jack settled at Upper Blackwood in 1905 then near Boyup Brook where they owned land later sold to Land Settlement Board. He rests in Fremantle cemetery with family mourning including Jack and Harry.
Manjimup Road Board hears complaint from headmaster J E Deacon about stray horses menacing streets and damaging gardens at the school grounds. Board notes lack of pound and agrees to pursue legal action if evidence is provided. Offered roundup and sale of unbranded horses is accepted. branded horses legal position to be investigated.
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