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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 18, 1938

Page

5

Derek Campbell’s Quest by Frank Gilbert

Derek Campbell hunts for notorious criminal Richard Burton with Robert Blair offering a reporter role. Campbell is captured, subjected to Burton’s brutal “verge” and forced to endure torture while Olive Newton may hold a clue. A night of hunger and fear ends with a mysterious message crammed into Campbell’s mouth as a storm closes in.

Derek Campbell Richard Burton Robert Blair Burton Campbell Campi Juu Mar Olive Newton Burtom Derek Burke Warton Jon Olive Birton Burcom Nany

Death of J J Poynton Ends Long Public Service

Australia's leading citizen J J Poynton died at his home in Westyville. A resident since 1920s, he held many trusted posts in commercial and financial circles. He served as Mayor of Midland and later as Lord Mayor of Perth from 1942 until his resignation, contributing greatly to public life. The community mourns a long and honorable career.

Westy Vili Australia J.J. Poynton Garemount Poynton Midland Perth Hounton

Millars Timber and Trading Co. Ltd supply roles noted

The text refers to Millars Timber and Trading Co. Ltd supplying ore, cellar coal and salt trade towers to cities, railways, works and building trades. It mentions planning and milling activities in Perth with emphasis on preparation and production steps.

Millars’ Timber and Trading Co. Ltd Sities Perth

Speed and Comfort From Swan Cycles Ad Prospectus

The Swansea cycles emphasize skilled workmanship and precision in every model. Endorsed by eye specialists for durability, they promise speed, comfort, and reliability under tough conditions. Free illustrated catalogue available from Swansea Cycles at multiple Perth area addresses.

Ub “Swan Swansea William Street Fremantle Hannan Street Kalekvorle Barrack Street Perth

Inexpensive Furnishings Highlighted in Local Market

A fragmented notice notes inexpensive furnishing options in Perth. It mentions reachable prices and items on display, with references to a shop or dealer offering practical household goods for budget buyers. The readable text also hints at a visit or showroom event.

Local Joinery Works Offers Full Stock and Fast Service

Fraternal and junior workers, with extensive experience in timber and fixtures, advertise complete stock for doors, windows, and fittings. The notice promises prompt attention to enquiries, ready stock of materials, and swift delivery, inviting applications for details and orders.

Kalgoorlie FeMd

The Value of Education in Historic Tethers

An opaque fragment discusses education's value with garbled names and places, noting Hic Wrists and Kalorenbin alongside other undefined entities. The text appears as a faded, error-ridden excerpt lacking clear events or dates, offering little factual substance beyond asserting education's importance.

Fragmentary Report on Road Boards Conference Proceedings

Conspicuous criticism was absent as Road Boards discussed Main Roads plans. E Tindale attended, with leaders from various departments present. A letter and debate about delegates sparked limited publicity and questions about attendance and representation.

E. Tindale New Zealand Zere Tonueiats Windy Ace

Conference Transcripts Reveal Fractious Debate and Odd Proposals

During a tense conference chaired by Won Gea, delegates clashed over agenda control, with eleven resolutions on extermination and virus tests sparking contention. Cray urged releasing a virus tested on Wardane Island, while AL Arnold called the experiment a fabrication and noted New South Wales offered 25,000 pounds for a cure.

Hie Geahau Doug Ullal B. Cray Wardane Island AL Arnold Yermin New South Wales

Debates failure to reach consensus on superannuation schemes

A heated conference session saw ten delegates present with many expressing support for specific schemes while others favored home grown options. The discussion touched on government approval, insurance company involvement, and the National Insurance Act, with several speakers criticizing costs and procedures and urging clearer paths forward.

Sampson Dub Sin Luish M.law

Old Quin's Vineyard Amid Untended Vines and Dying Saplings

The text describes Old Quin's Vineyard overgrown and neglected with tangled vines and grass, cattle wandering, dandelions blooming and dying, a creek that once prayed by, and a looming dam on the mountain that will end the vineyard. The speaker recalls a time when settlement and farming maintained the land, now replaced by saplings and decay as the vineyard fades.

Quint Old Quin’s

Local government delegates from across the state

Age and youth were represented as a broad cross section of middle aged men. Coming from all over the state they form a considerable group actively carrying on the arduous work for the ratepayers of Western Nastya.

Western Nastya

The Promise of Science in Motor Industry Progress

Scientific progress in petroleum and chemical fields drives industrial growth. Laboratories push fundamental data for plant design, reducing processing waste and improving product quality. Advances in fuels boost automotive engines and motor vehicle activity worldwide.

Atelil

Fortune in Prize Money for Charity Draw

A report on a charity raffle awarding 2399 prizes with a total prize pool and winners announced. Details describe a large fund draw labeled No 70, including consultations and sharing arrangements for the KAR. The item underscores the scope of the prize distribution and participating entities.

Phe Ick

Competition Winners and Pen Friend Requests Detailed

A lively note lists winners May Murphy and Jack You Will forgive your prize and provides a long roster of pen friend inquiries from Australian towns. Names include Violet Mills Bridgetown Eva Coutts Donnybrook Joyce Rogers and Theda White with various ages and interests in tennis riding sports and letters.

May Murphy Daryalbia Ack Page May Jack Noiey Theda White Morana Juyce 1 Bridgetown Murphy Tony Murrau Tony Grace Mortimore Donnybrook Eva Coutts Harvey Violet Mills Arimadale Beneeben Violet Joyce Uncle Hugh United Preas Ltd Haystreet Perth Catcher Reddies Pat Groves Bindi Bindi Kathleen Wyatt Post Office Casderragam Rsdn Violet Mile Seventh Road Armadele South Australia Lester Fariey Dosnybrosk Hay Maanalene Kalhe Joy Walker Fairfax Terrace Newsie Aahaida Remrn Pucko Lester Posable Desglas McKenna Joyce Rogers Hampton Street Joyce Toniseta Morona New Zealand New Guinea Dowy McKenna Marrinup Pinjarea Duenatsmt Tasmania

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