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Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 18, 1944

Page

2

Gloster Park Harness Race Day Review and Prospects

Saturday's seven event programme at Gloucester Park offered light harness racing with limited form. Von Talisman and Jackie Donald led early, Wise General and Black Runner posted notable wins, while Aus tin’s Globe and Sheba's Gold impressed in heavy going and hand icaps. Future bets emphasized Desert Lady, Gaiety, Fay Winwood, and Antique Pride as likely value in coming starts.

von Talisman Jackie Donald Talkative Evens Wise General Direct Lady Whimista Black Runner Austin Globe Gunplay Sheba Gold Owyhee Sheik David Dix

Public Notice of Tax Specialist Thomas H Wood

Public Accountant and Auditor Thomas H Wood is listed as a registered tax agent and specialist in taxation and costing accountancy. Located at 1005 Haystreet, Perth. Phone B78.

Thos. H. Wood Haystreet Perth

Menzies Criticized Over Historical Remarks in WA

The Australian Communist Party advertorial notes past Menzies statements praising Hitler and Mussolini in Perth in 1939 and 1938 actions at Port Kembla. It contrasts his earlier calls for expanded federal powers with now urging strong opposition to power increases. The piece frames him as slick with words and partisan in Perth reception.

Menzies Western Australia Hitler Mr. Menzies Perth Germany Mussolini Port Kembla Japan

Referendum debates frame Australia’s wartime politics and world map shifts

The notes review the August referendum in Australia on central government powers and its limited near-term impact on daily life. It cites Allied wartime moves, Eisenhower and Turner headquarters shifts, and a forecast of changing maps before stabilizing again. It also covers the Eastern Seamen's Club opening in Fremantle, with Padre Clift leaving for London.

Eisenhower Chet France Brearly Ferrory Kelly Turner US. Navy Naval Saipan Aanover Elmage Bruce Fraser Ceylon Butt James Mitchell Ir Ly Wile Farnines Australia Padre Clift Hay London Padre Clus Padre Watts Freetown Sierra Leone Kole Japan

Vitamin Vinantin patent granted to St Louis scientists

A LAS patent protects Vinantin developed by five scientists from St Louis University Medical School. Rights reassigned to St Louis University. Licenses’ proceeds fund scientific research. Inventors describe chemically as 2methyl ton alfalfa derivative or synthetic Sephytyll 4naphthoquinone.

St. Louis University Medical School St. Louis, Missouri St Louis University

Forgotten Millions and Faith Beliefs Clash in War Rhetoric

Professor Chan, director in Australia of the Chinese Ministry, notes that high church leaders once claimed the war would save Christian civilization but overlook the 450 million Chinese and millions of Hindus and Muslims who hold their own ideals.

Christan Professor Chan Australia Offormation

Thought for the Week Quote by Churchill

Prime Minister Churchill warns against building a society where enterprise gains no reward and there are no privileges. The reflection urges valuing work and political offices beyond mere counting.

Churchill

Untangling a Turbulent 1939 Incident in Glygans

A garbled 1939 report notes a clash involving Glygans and Asian forces, with navy units shown persisting and a firing incident at a House location. Casualties include multiple deaths, a returned program, and a target figure near 35K in an execution context. details remain unclear.

The Italian Camp Lingers In War Correspondent's Grief

War correspondent Erni reflects on the toll of battle and the need to endure losses. He describes sorrow for the fallen and the hope that sacrifice can save lives, urging restraint and a steady resolve amid devastation.

Orderly Marketing Referendum Debate in Victoria War Context

A chaotic collected text outlines the fight over an orderly marketing referendum. It discusses whether the Commonwealth government should gain powers to control marketing of farm products and the impact of a No vote on licensing and selling through agents. It mentions Carter Brothers and the impact of wartime production practices in Victoria. It notes opposition to central control and reversion to provincial authority, with references to ministers and licensing regimes.

Australia Labour Jack Lang Mr. Menzies Hitler Germany Commonwealth Gyment Ntl Victoria Fea Comthiere Seuliy Carter Prothers Yirld Victowaisiond Nesp Sexsiter Brothers Sam Tig Anil Westerda Tehicketts Gaew Larner Thers Pring Eges Senly Cony Carter Bee Carter Brothers

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