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Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 29, 1947

Page

2

Hockey Concert Delights Large Audience With Skits And Songs

A hockey club staged a packed concert with performances by M Bailey P Davidson F Merritt P Wright R Walton and others. Highlights included Make it a Party British Cavalry One Dozen Roses and The Doctor’s Dilemma with lively dancing and lighting by Aub Moore John Davidson and Ramage plus star turns by Frank Jenkins Rex Bailey and the Dilley sisters.

M. and R. Bailey P. Davidson F. Merritt P. Wright R. Walton Aub Moore John Davidson Prue Davidson Bright Company Betty Davidson Rex Bailey Geoff Pereman P. Russell L. Bailey C. Blakeney Kiddies Sioux City W. Bailey Dilleys Andrew Sisters Angels of Mercy

Baling Up News Highlights Local Family Talent Show

The show featured Mrs. WJ Davidson and Aussie Bailey with new crooning and a humorous sketch. Mrs. P Russell impressed with a convincing performance and a long finger cue, while Lyle Bailey watched from front row. Duets, audience antics, and a “Gypsy Camp” finale with G Pereman and P Blakeney capped the program.

WJ. Davidson Aussie Bailey Aussie P. Russell Lyle Bailey Miss Frank Jenkins Bob Blakeney Les Bailey G. Pereman P. Blakeney Woodley

Sunshine on Sunday. local golfers eye club championship

Sunday sunshine brought out golfers practicing for next Sunday's 36 hole club championship. Umpire Max Roe praised a player nicknamed Old Pop, later known as Young Bob. The item notes hospital treatment for Hilton Bailey, travel to Perth for Mrs B McDonald, and various local happenings from trains to theatre to sports and social events.

Max Roe Pop Old Pop Bob

Amusing CWA Afternoon With Song Guessing

The CWA rest room hosted a playful afternoon with song guessing sketches from members. Prize entry “Mexicali Rose Stop Crying” impressed. Mrs. Cooper won the prize. Mrs. Widdup and Mrs. Blechynden attracted attention for their efforts. A gift stall benefited and Mrs. Egan shared remarks as a prominent guest.

Sylvia Woolworth's

Birth Announcement for Clive Hanter’s Daughter

Congratulations and best wishes to Clive and Mrs Hanter on the birth of a daughter at St John of God Hospital Bunbury.

Pat Ryan Bridgetown Mrs. L Chamberlain l Percy Draper Donnybrook Clive Mrs. Hanter St. John of God Hospital, Bunbury

Annual Ball Draws Large Crowd at Balingup

Dances at Balingup attracted a large turnout as football and hockey clubs held their first annual ball. Buses from neighboring towns brought many participants, and the hall’s dancing space was stretched to its limit. Bert Walton's Rhythmsters provided music while Aubrey Moore served as MC in an effective performance.

Balingup Senkitaile Bert Walton Rythmsters Aubrey Moore M.C

Radio Quiz Scores Highlight Balingup Junior Farmers Meeting

The Balingup Junior Farmers held a radio quiz to pick Perth bound speakers sponsored by South West Dairy Farmers Ltd. Five contestants competed: J Sale dairy cattle, C Sale sheep, J Walpole poultry, R Sears orchards, and R Blythe calf rearing. Sears led with 105 points, Blythe 103 in a draw. Blythe to Perth.

Perth South West Dairy Farmers Ltd Stan White Walton Parkes J. Sale C. Sale J. Walpole R. Sears R Blythe R.blythe Blythe R. Blythe Manual Club

Hurricanes Repeat Victory Over Spitfires in Balingup

In a Friday matchup at Balingup the Hurricanes defeated the Spitfires 2 to 0. Standouts for the Hurricanes were B Dilley A Walpole and N Sela with J Blechynden and R Menhennett proving strong for the Spitfires alongside R Tula and M Williamson.

Balingup Hurricanes Spitfires W. Bailey B. Dilley A. Walpole Moulton N. Sela J. Blechynden

Rifle Club Opens Season With First Shoot

The club held its initial shoot on Sunday with a full master visiting to test the new rifles. Scores were patchy as expected at the start. Secretary Scott said he was flat out taking subscriptions and handling club business while testing rifles.

Scott

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Tug Wilson Mullalyup Balingup Railway Station Kirup Jack Coleman Kirup Hotel Dick Warrick Kalgoorlie Mt. Magnet National Library of Australia Baling UP News Hilton Bailey Bridgetown Hospital B McDonald Johnnie Mac McKenna The City Iris Archer Phil Russell Darbyshire Mr. Walpole Harvey Kieran Ryan Jim Paddy Dilley Greenbushes Warriors Merv Busy Bee Percy Billy Balling Magpies Ingrid Drysedale Ingrid Dem. Chiera Bunbury Frank Manger Frank Egsie Linton Busselton Parker C. D Bub Blakeney Claremont Robbie Ajlen Rex Mabel Chas Russell Mr. Russell A. Tomeripi Tom C.W.A the C. W. A Stan Harrison Rifle Club Nla.gov
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