Death of Walla Finnsop details from inquest at Bridgetown
The acting coroner Mb A Bartlety Bs heard evidence in Wednesday morning proceedings into the death of Walla Kemureth Finnsop. Witnesses described arriving at the packing shed near Bridgetown on November 24 and finding Finnsop with a gunshot wound to the chest. Dr Williams testified Finnsop had been examined the day after and death appeared instantaneous from rupture of the heart due to the wound. Witnesses including Annie Hartiew and Samuel Holland, along with Arthur Johnston, described Mr Finnsop’s behavior, time of death, and nearby conversations as they searched for messages and awaited a doctor. The coroner found the death occurred near Bridgetown on November 4, 1941, from a gunshot wound to the chest amid undisclosed mental trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walla
Gas Trust
Annie Uartiew
Bridgetown
Bill
Winntes
Fiella Bill
Decenusd
Coronir
George Wartlets
Harmer
Hesband
Vu Hare
Br. Johnston
Arthur
Arthur Johnstor
Hollands
Arthur Jobusor
Gad
Drother Arthur
Turner
Pie
Benjamin John Hollands
Arthur Johnston
Akon BP
Barticht
Devessed
Arthur P
Highletts Place
Von
Cyst O'Brien
Strugkle
Kenneth Johnston
War Postage Changes Documented in December 1941 Notes
The article records wartime postage changes effective December 1941, detailing new rates for many items and classes. It lists post and parcel charges, weights, and exemptions, alongside examples such as newspapers, periodicals, and commercial papers. It also notes the need to attach updated postage to articles and outlines deliveries within New Zealand and overseas regions.
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Usb
Tne Luna
Gulds
Reds
Lites
Getior
Posts Delkjohnson
LG Hott
Maris
da War Post
Phi Nelson
Muir
Msi
Hendey
L. O'Neil
le Oneill
Vuk
P. Nelson
Pove Junioe
Nelson
Weemi Moyes
J. Bentley
Roy’ Price
Nell
Ren Golo
Aestoy
Bela
Papua
Nelson Ti W
Seat
Weis
Roe
R Bentley
Boltwiso
I Elphick
Price
IMI
R. Rawlone
Wilks
L. Onedl
Tered
A. Pris
Wheatley
B. Blechyide
New Zealand
Moyes
J- Bentley
N. Davies
W. Moyes
Arties
BO Adams
Commonwealth - Regan
Ad. Cswlipede
Anil Agen
Uae
Recruiting drive for air force volunteers at Bunbury
A fragmented report details junior and senior athletic events, recruiting notices, and a December drive for men to join the Royal Australian Air Force. It lists names such as Wardell-Johnson, Chester, Jones, Streatfield, Morey, and Naylor, plus venues like Mayfair Theatre Bunbury and various districts. The notice invites applications, medical examinations, and interviews across Western Australia from December 1 to December 12.
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Jones eBoo
RAAF
Ben
M. Sieh
B. Wardell
E. Streatfield
Zinnecker
B. Chester
Ea Fears
Phaling
Une
Sethroet Jonson
SM Naylor
Mb Saute G
Mayfair Theatre
Bunbury
Streatfield
P Rankine
N. Roberts
Pam
M) Jones
M. Adams
Cy de C. Mauilich
Ethel Chester
Moehee Tatras
Iver
Digg
Sucienes
E. Miller
Crewes
B. Anderson
Wheatley
Tu ’ Joves
V. Smith
Harvey
Donnybrook
Busselton
Margaret
Bridgetown
Mania
Boyup Brook
Callie
Hhe
Hunmburg
Air Crews Wanted for Ranging Roles and Ground Support
Recruitment drive seeks 18 to 32 year olds for pilots observers and air gunners with education secondary minimal. Ground staff must be 18 to 43, minimum five feet tall. Also listings for electrical and aircraft trades alongside market report noting cattle pigs and livestock values at Goldsbrough Mart and Company Limited’s November 19 yarding session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guserd Aplie
Ranith
Turer
Goldsbrough Mart and Company Limited
Mead
Wedding Bells at Mephoeisy Church Narregi
A wedding solemnised by Rev uthberwwon joined Miss Stanley of Jarregin to Mr Charles ton of Badgetown. Bride wore white silk lace over satin with veil. bridesmaids in blue silk lace. A military guard of honour stood at the church. Reception at Horsfall's rectory saw many telegrams and gifts from Australia. Couple to honeymoon briefly at Manjura then Geraldton.
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Narregi
Stanley
Jarregin
Charleston
Badgetown
D. Sawnters
D Layton
Narrogin
Horsfall
Trigate Coumt
Australia
Hapty
Mae
Layton
Man
J ‘Urah
Geraldton
Secretary Reports Membership Fees and Fees Status
The secretary notes eight members paid fees and one resigned last Monday, while several have been lost in transit and during handling. Anglers are urged to file forms for the fishing season as required, with notices of the lien and pen- dant pending.
Lodge Installation Inspires Druid Members at RSL Lodge
The December meeting at the Lodige Room within the RSL sports club highlighted a strong response from members. Officers for the coming six months were installed by District President Fir Goldring, with most being foundation members. The secretary noted sickness, recovery of Bro. C. J. Douse, and that Bro John S Bolton resumed work after a sprain. A bowling match against the R EL. MO.D. drew praise, with a comeback hoped in the New Year. The next meeting will be a reunion and Christmas gathering, aiming to attract all members and raise lodge attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RSL
C. J. Douse
John S Bolton
Fir
Goldring
Tims
Sid Pal
South-West Engus December to February Fixtures List
Schedule covers pennant futures in the Southern Zone with main fixtures for South-West Engus. Includes Golds, Masia Anoup, Blues, Balingup, Manjimup, Nannup, Nanmup and Salingup. Matches run from December 21 to February mid month with several byes and Bridgsteen venue assurances.
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Manjimup
Byt
Bridgsteen
S. ‘Chubs
Blues
Salingup
Nannup
Golds
Nasnup
Balingup
Buseelion Canie
Greenbushes School Photo Night Draws Community Support
Monday evening saw Greenbushes residents gather for school picture night with an enthusiastic programme and entertainment. The Air Raid Relief Committee displayed weather blankets via Bridgetown news agency, and a schedule lists matches and championships from February to March including Golds, Balingup, Nannup, and Manjimup with several byes and planned play offs on Busselton greens.
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Greenbushes
All House
Mjry
Neville
Bridgetown Car Wal
Golds
Balingup
Nannup
Manjimup
Blics
Siva
Meengoentap
Baingup
Mangimup
Busselton
Blues
Manjimpo
Nan
Balngup
Pune
Bridgetown Circuit Sunday Notices and Plans
Bridgetown Circuit church notices outline Sunday schedule with Sunday School sessions at 7 am and 1:30 pm, a service led by Rev. H. W. Farman, and a welcome by Miss Neville. Other items note gatherings at Greenbushes and Nannup, a Red Cross committee sale, and a school event preview. Willow Springs, Jam Jarrahwood, and public meeting details accompany this roundup. A Malvern Star bicycle promo mentions anticipated price rises.
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Bridgetown
Bndgetown
Pell
Bunbury
H.W. Farman
Neville
S. W. Lawrence
Jarrahwood
Ne' Express
Willow Springs
Cii-Missioner
Lawrence Ens
Webb
Rey
Evershep
Perth
RICYCLES: Rust-priced and chrome plated Malvern Star range
Rust priced and chrome plated bicycles from Malvern Star discussed as the complete range available at Layron's Gamage in Bridgetown. The notice highlights new models and invites readers to view the collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Layron’s
Gamage
Bridgetows
Bridgetown Market theft case at police court
Police court records two theft charges from Bridgetown market areas. Nelson and others faced trial for stealing from Dusiess premises and associated sites. One defendant, aged 18, received a three month sentence, with other punishments varying up to four months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dusiess
Pemberton
Antil Baie Say
Goldsbrough Mort End Company
Cox Limited
Perry
Robert L. Nélson
Messie J J. Bronnibail
S. Young
Wa Ding
Muir
Pitmen's
Weantés
End of Year Meeting Plans Holiday Event at School
Final meeting of the year discussed yearend activities and a badminton party to be held at the school on Thursday December 18. Parents and friends were urged to bring cakes and beverages. a new library fund was approved with a vote for buying books. The headmaster noted tennis quota funds and a planned early New Year ceremony to showcase library progress for the district children.
Church of England St Paul s Bridgetown Sunday Advent Services
In St Paul s Bridgetown Advent program lists a Sunday children service Holy Communion and Evensong with sermon at 7 20 pm and a sermon at 2 20 pm on Monday and a Tuesday meeting at 2 30 pm hosted by Mathers Unit with Wanritinp and Verney noted.
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ST. Paul's Bridgetown
Advent
T Children
Mathers Unit
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Bob Toy Late
Kalgoorlie
William Brittain & Son Funeral Directors
R. Urquhart
BERE
Areegsion Mende Sak
Fise Radiola
Britannia Cafe
Steere Street
Neals
Chris Puantidin
Amt
P.O
Muir Bros
Upper Blackwood
C. E. Gates
Boymp Book
Boyup Brook Hotel
Bailey
R. Urquhart Chaff
TUR
Wigmores Ltd
Aladdin Industries Ltd
B. Bell & Cos
Arthur Vales & Co
Manjimip Dairy Co
Bunning Bros. Ltd
Garlels & Co
Asgir Keslios
Cyclone Peace Co
NwTred Tyres
J Elicshws Koko Ltd
Mercantile Mutual Tmewrange Co
National Mutual Life Assurance
Victoria Insurance Coy
EA Euneitom
Epa
F. Meaghs
Thompson's Garage
General Motors
R. Hancock & Sons
Spencer Street
William Kenneth Johnston
Yards
Wardell-Johnson LM Navices
Chester
Ber Féarle Wardell
M. Smutter
Sil
Helen
Jersey
Baronets
UAOD
Cnbtallat
Malvern Star
Bridgetown Market
Powell Gas Producers
Catent
Sagan Wee
Per “Powell
gEneher
Baseal
Gas Committee
Ron Fisher
W. & M. Walter
Baling UP
P. and
C. Assa
Church OF England
King Bridgetown
Laytoo
Beidgutews
Eve Dtecatinre
Aealesacicse
William Cammona
Mt Bad
Mereee ‘Wentern
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