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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 04, 1938

Page

2

Fremantle Triumphs in Carnival Soccer Final

The Fremantle team defeated Margaret A 21 in the final to win the Consolation Cup. Warren, who were beaten by Margaret A earlier, earned a consolation trophy and looked forward to future matches.

Lom Tinumpe A Amoriat x Warren Ty Margivi Troy Margaret Fremantle E. Mansfield Manjimup Margaret C Margaret A Buenelton Margret D

Foreign Policy Talk Highlights Totaltarian States Risk

An Adult Education talk titled The Foreign Policy of the Totalitarian States of Central Europe covered mixed opinions on alliances with Japan and the use of propaganda. Mr. B. El Hartley led the discussion, noted for its lively debate and varied views on diplomacy, social forces, and strategic aims.

Central Europe B. EL Hartley Japan Aff Hartley Baal Pevo Maria Monty Lavg Turaday Europe Aiial San Maldun Hite Hove Warren Fontfall Mediterranean Inn Pointe Spain Hong

School Notes and Varsity Scores Amid Lingering Confusion

A jumble of school notes mentions a win for Lannie Wepant's side and a final score sequence across innings. References to Gryew, Gold pile, and a Jubilee theme hint at a student report blending sports results with scattered classroom items and names like Vicente and Kasai.

Anne Winimmary Vicente Sr Mote Huta Lokey Und Wastbell Trenton Lowe Lannie Wepant Sine Norn Kasai Wiley Dane Vive

Manjimup Group Visit to Hear University Speaker

A University of Washington lecturer Pro Femor Hoaales is scheduled to speak Monday August 22 at 8 p.m. in the Mare tree irony Torey Mall. The event invites in person attendance and includes a question period after the lecture. The program features speakers Mahlm aut Mew Lieeture and noted contributors, with a reception to follow and a chance to meet the visitors.

Pont Femor Hoaales University of WA Pereon Jay Manjlinuys Wenliy Bert Mr. Modient Colin Barton

Death notices for Mrs Lankstead in Manjimup club listing

The Manjimup Repertory Club reports the death of Mrs Lankstead. A service is expected to be held in Manjimup with details to follow in local notices.

Manjimup Repertory Club

Community Notice of Ada Laukstead Funeral Events

A detailed local notice reports the death of Ada Laukstead and outlines funeral arrangements in Manjimup. It notes the CWA event “Croyca Fair” at Yommal, memorials, and community activities including an Uncle Ben tribute, church services, and a baby show. The piece mentions survivors, contributions, and multiple local organizations and villagers attending.

Ada B. Laukstead Yommal Sutuldey Yanmah Yantuah Rane CWA Manjirong Touke George Lankstead Murray Ral Church of England Tryain Bewlerment Weikwthers Junice Imbjolinn Woyyety Irea Altitair Aira Ball J. Ball Slater Branjinup Bull FB. Daview Afra Carle Hen Astles William Bushell Scott R. Nicol D. Barnaby Verrier Lafternoo Frank Lalla Ned Slao Ben Manjimup RS Tocat Indiey Aland Bil Manji Andjong Dairy Produce C. Ltd Perry and Family M. F. Wik Sage B. Baron America McPherson Mvskie T. Perkine Benny England Aiter Herbert George Richmond

Unclear handwritten note hints at marital tension and arrivals

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Mrs Perkins and Mrs Astley Williams, a Derringer reference, and Monty with a threat of complications. Effects on an unnamed party suggest domestic disagreement and potential social friction in a historical setting.

Fur tranchial Coughs Cold Twivenes Woods Great Peppermint Cure

In the fragmented item a patent remedy named Great Peppermint Cure is advertised as a cure for coughs and colds. The text references Twivenes Woods and promotional claims typical of period patent medicine notices.

Manjimup Boys Football Carnival Celebrates Seventh Birthday

The Manjimup and Bridgetown groups join in a community celebration for the seventh birthday of the local boys football carnival. A busload of hundreds traveled from Manjimup to Bridgetown for the weekend event with verses, music, dancing, and speeches by local leaders including Mr. Black and ML A Doust.

Warren Bridgetown Manju Black Alolite Welcomat Visions Sims CWA Bridedown Manjimomys J. L. Macken She E. Godfrey Lex Thal Moore Wilson Trev. Wilson T. Doust Brancs Penrlberion Jardee Midflever Yanmah Guinnimup Lock Road Board Che

Manjimup Hometown Ties Busselton Hockey Trip

Manjimup clubs sent a team to Busselton Sunday to play two games. Players included Doug and Tom Fouracres Tom and Alex Acchibali Bill Brown J Black U Harding H Smith K Kelty A Branigan and Treaise. They drew 2 2 with Hometton in the morning then beat Christ Church 3 1 in the afternoon.

Manjimup Busselton Doug Tom Fouracres Tom Alex Acchibali Bill Brown J. Black U Harding H. Smith K. Kelty A. Branigan Hometton Christ Church Skods

Slave Ship shines in Tay Garnett romance drama

Allan Jones Pictures previews Slave Ship a 1937 adventure drama directed by Tay Garnett starring Warner Baxter and Wallace Beery with Bette Davis as the widow of a slain gangster. The film follows a perilous slave-run era tale as it builds tension around love and danger amid rival factions at Town Hall events in various locales.

Warner Baxter Wallace Beery Tay Garnett Hollywood Audi Altena Bette Darin Jand Bamund Golding Kit Galahad Edward G. Robinson Avoethi Henry Fowl Carrion Town Hall Manjimup Adyar Hall Pemberton, Sapunday Araguve 1

Road Board Balances Amid Fiscal Review and Overdraft Notice

The Road Board reports an overdraft of £82 15s 9d with £615 1s 1d from the Electric Lighting Scheme part of a £1,400 advance for a power unit. The year ends with a £6 18s 6d credit. improved Plant and Gas/Water Board positions accompany rising head office expenses. Ward balances are detailed and a plan to align denominations across North Manjimup and other wards is approved.

Mapjimup Road Board Jack Smith Treasury Te Wan Boari Eas Koal Board Water Board Ae North Credit Warren Adelit Memberton Wand Northland Manjimup Perup

Rose Society Meeting and Town Hall Schedule Noted

A fragmented notice lists Rose Society activities with references to a meeting at Bridgeterm Agricultural area and a town hall event at Tarn Hall Mangimun Werhnenday. Names and dates are partially garbled but indicate planned speakers and a scheduling of events in August.

Emmanee Mrs Cullen Yieepyeambent Bridgeterm

Robbie’s Mesiiowr Announces Extension and New Comfort

Robbie’s Mesiiowr announces an extension to the popular store offering more space and fittings. The company promises continued excellent service and expanded shopping comfort for customers.

Mesiiowr

Rainfall drop and pasture speed limit dairy output

The Superintendent of Dairying reports June rainfall in the Bridgetown district was 277 points, 640 points below last year’s period, with cold conditions slowing pasture growth. Despite improvements in dairy premises, average Wertes production reflects lower yields. Health inspections and new milking sheds show progress, while improper use of hot water for cleaning is discouraged and a separate water system is urged.

Baron Hay Tidale Dairy Imrater Thuriby Mary Tindale Thie

Market Report From Thee Westralian Farmers Sale

Thee Westralian Farmers Ltd reports a sale on Friday with 14700 sheep and 4 cattle and 1 pig traded. Attendance came from Narrogin Wasin Kojonup and the South West. buyers were present despite a weaker market due to a lower rate. Prices varied with sheep and young stock showing activity and total clearance achieved under strong demand.

Westralian Farmers, Ltd Narrogin Wasin Kojonup Ayr

National Insurance Scheme Enrolment In Abanjimup Lodge

King Karrl Lodge of the Exde pendent Order of Odd Fellows promotes enrolling under the National Insurance Scheme. The Loop, oldest approved society in Manjienno, with headquarters in town, offers enrolment via secretary Geo. B. Wibe of Abanjimup.

KING Karri Order of Odd Fellows the Loop Manjienno Sith Hodge Town

Also Mentioned on This Page

J. Keel Kiruf Northcliffe Nannup Muradup Banbury South West W. J. Rankine Plumber & Iron Worker Maeder Victoria Street Picture Theatre R. Hancock & Sons Spencer Street Bunbury National Cafe Newent Man Gilet Street Massiersp Eliades & Lekich Yarot Margaret Rivcr Charlie Hastie Poul Manjimup Group Propesbore Beasley Mrs. Lankstead C.W.A. Sst Metro-Goldwyn Allan Jones Pictures Paris E-Union Buspense Mur Sal ‘Sraina Rose Society Members Thios Wrislet Collett PHOVE South West Dairying Mr. H. E. Miller Stoney Saterday Sandey Mesie Bert Fer Mickle Pemberton Bia Watanning Market National Insurance Geo. BH. Wibe Anjimup Otley Ipsen Street West Fred Young Nelson Branch Teachers ‘Union Moening Tyter Slinc Usees Monte Wilson Nicholson Post Ome Aw.a. Radiolas Bridgrtown Manjeneps Pemberton Boyup
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