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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1944
Page
1
Warning declares action without further notice against all in possession of government property listed under Defence Act penalties. The notice cites rifles ground sheets respirators steel helmets haversacks water bottles and other items tied to the Defence Act 1003 1939. Applies to 203 rifles and related gear held by individuals or units in the vicinity of Manjiamp and VDC.
The Bridgetown Advocate reports a special National Day of Prayer service at Boyne Brook Town Hall on Sunday September 3 at 11 a.m. led by Pastor Bertram L. Somner under the banner Truth and Service.
Field Marshal Smuts notes Britain’s wartime context while Australia rejects the referen dum, highlighting divisions across states. The piece discusses governor powers, constitutional safeguarding by the people, and calls for closer federation in postwar planning with emphasis on state and federal cooperation.
Inquiry into Annie Frances_Cusbert Culbert near Dinivinup reveals death on July 31 1944 ruled as self inflicted poisoning during mental low mood. Coroner C R Doust JP presided with Rev Jacobs. prior ill health noted. Also, Aug 19 farewell gathering in Mayanup Hall for Mr. and Mrs. H R Potter before their move to Muradup, with dancing and supper.
Mrs A J Marshall returns home Monday from a trip to the Eastern States. A C W Joyce Harrison of the WA AAFP is on leave. Phyllis Stenning Caroline Drummond Janice Drummond Mary Eastcott Mildred Bode Eride Miller Harrie Brown and Winston Farleigh are at home for the August holidays.
Mrs Crowley of Cannington is visiting her brother Mr G I Cailes of Buyne Brooke. A Boy Scouts Association meeting is scheduled for Thursday August 1 at Spain in the cloak room of Bridgetown Hall. Miss Doreen Greham is in Perth on holidays. A birth notice reports a son born to Mr and Mrs J cutters of Blechynden Springfield.
Sunday, September 3 marks five years of the present war with a National Day of Prayer observed throughout the Empire. In Boyne Brook and district residents are invited to a service led by Rev. BL Sumner at Upper Blackwood Road Board Hall starting at 1 am.
The North Dinninup Red Cross branch held its annual meeting on August 5 after postponement. The report shows a credit balance of £15 10s 11d, receipts of £290 18s 2d including £82 8s 7d from Upper Blackwood Agricultural Society, and expenses of £20 17s 0d. Financial members number 16 with headquarter donations totaling £248 7s 6d. The president praised members for the year's effort and hoped for a stronger new season.
Mrs Amelia Lertha Elwin of Bridgetown died Tuesday August 22 at Bridgetown Hospital. Born in Tasmania she was 65 and had lived in Western Australia for one year. Survived by husband P A Elwin and three children. Funeral held August 24 at Church of England Bridgetown Cemetery with Rev Cardell Oliver officiating. Vast audience mourned her loss. pallbearers listed among family and friends. Floral tributes from numerous relatives and connections.
The Brownies held their enrollment ceremony with six receiving badges. Commissioner Mrs Abe Duits officiated, with many fathers present. Names listed include Margaret Clarkson and others. After the ceremony tea was served and Brownies plan a necess outing on August 27 during school holidays.
Fragmented hockey report notes Jan 20 actions with goals and team names obscured. Mentions Dennybrawis, Joy Horal, Uwe zune, Matel Iridgetown, Dridzotown Heroes, and Drannyrnak with several goals and scores.
A new British repertory company presents Maye Higderson arranged entertainment at the Hallbox Theatre on Monday night. Performers will tour and invite attendees to contribute periodicals and books for the Morchayy Marine while promising extras for those present. Don’t forget the masks and periodicals you have read.
The Bridgetown Club held a Saturday golf event in which players competed in a stroke play format. Notable performances from R. Fatwards, Mackinnian, and Arnall were highlighted, with the event concluding as the city press notes final standings and reflections on the day.
In Tidertown, a local football journey faced a typical schedule. The Byal eiglrente and Witt Jraye were noted players as the team prepared for the usual time of departure and return.
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