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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Dec 12, 1940

Page

6

Chinwery Retread Service Bunbury Ad

South West Business Directory lists Chinwery Retread Service Stephen Street Bunbury offering retreading vulcanising and body rail orders with prompt attention. Promotes improved safety with two good treads and tyres on hand. States work at below city prices. R Hancock & Sons, monumental masons and sculptors, importers and manufacturers of monuments and headstones. Inscriptions cut in cemetery with prices to suit all clients. Satisfaction guaranteed.

Chinwery Stephen Street Bunbury R. Hancock & Sons Coumental

Xmas Cards With Your Name and Address Printed

Friendly shoppers are urged to visit local printers for personalized Christmas cards featuring your name and address. The office advertises a large range at attractive prices and recommends checking nearby print shops before choosing another source.

Bridgetown Social Notes Include Camp Departure and Visits

Personal Mg Fl Demure who joined the ALF left for camp on Wednesday last visiting Mr and Mrs H L Smith of Bridgetown Mrs Bell of Perth sister to Mrs Smith Long of CALA was visiting his sister Mrs H Z Smith during the week Mr and Mrs O'Brien of igetown were visiting during the week R A Hren brother of L O'Brien is a member of the RAAF Mr and Mrs Dud McAlinden of Hranswick spending a few days in Bridgetown Airs Will Pearre of Berthii visiting with her parents Mr and Mrs store of Bridgetown Alex McAlinden spent a few days in Perth the week Signaler Jack Cutmore returned from Sydney on Tuesday and is on preembarkation leave with his mother in Bridgetown Jack Wioxtome returned to Bridgetown after a stay in the city Miss Doreen Wilkins of Bridgetown spent the weekend in the metropolis.

Mg FL Demure ALF HL 1. Smith Bridgetown Mrs. Bell Perth Bell Ig Smith Cala H. Z. Smith R. O'Brien L O'Brien Igetown R. AW Hren Mel. O'Brien Raaf Mir Dud McAlinden Hranswick Ridgetown Will. Pearre Berth Air Alex McAlinden Jack Cutmore Sydney Als Jack Wioxtome Havi Doreen Wilkins Metropolis Ue Wells Idueanny FMM Descen Lee Warshiy Hunbury Bispeene Urey Avon Poesiefeyit Warren Wring Selene Ets Visitird Wein Dr Nicholls University of WA Enti Cagmadtion -Hwali al Value Alrealy Boon the Minster Kithan Etnw Fiona Cumpare Avanti Aida Government House Torgether Kitson Parkway Iurea Fs Lites Little Bn Tury Enepector Jeane Australia Blair Hiv Norenen Mme "Peenent Selowleoos Benileetan Craterialis Glyp Uy Sonrteawest Sewtler

Obituary for Mr J M Wear aged 62 at Bridgetown

Death reported at Hadgetwen on Monday for Mr J M Wear a 62 year old Bridgetown carrier and returning soldier who lived in the state for 40 years He left behind a widow Ie and one son and daughter The funeral was held at the Bridgetown Church of England cemetery Canon Strugnell officiating Guards of returning soldiers attended and the coffin was draped with flowers Numerous local families and groups sent floral tributes and attended, including Bridgetown Red Cross Society St Pauls Ladies Guild RSL and local bowling and Mason lodges Funeral arrangements were by Moyes and Son of Bridgetown with a long list of mourners and associations named in attendance

Hadgetwen Wear Bridgetown Bendigo Victoria Te Ivayes Church of Englan Canon Strugnell Messrs Zynmecker W- Wheal HC Jones & Urquhart T- Ballon Crews MacKianos Moyes and Son Rindgetown Dolly Rob Grandzon Brians Button A. Roberts Fami LL Waks Don and Gwen Maz l George Hill W Cover Irs Lowe Keith Watkins Wheal Emma A.B Hartiet Jamil Holmes Unaviey Hlf Machin Hridgetown Mackinnon Amily Ales MacKinnon Arthur Jones Chaam Scott Ad VO Draper Westraan Farmers Ltd Undgetewry E. He Péarce Road Board Borup Brook Venimn J. Wif Margersson Limmer Nicol Recreation Ground Liaumer Himl Fred Bum Leek Steere

Wedding at St Margaret’s Nedlands with Anderson Edwards pair

The ceremony took place at St Margaret’s Nedlands on Ellartay November 30. Miss M Lanchette sang as the register was signed. The bride wore magnolia Persian skin taffeta with pearl accents. bridesmaids wore cyclamen taffeta. reception at Run Board Hall with Mrs Anderson in purple plum sheer crepe and Mrs Edwards in royal blue and gold.

St. Margaret’s Nedlands Ellartay Phyllis W. Anderson Cayporn Street Ron Edwards Bridgetown J. Edwards Kev Jaquet M.lanchette W. Anderso Bob Knocker Jack Edwards Run Anderson Clark Edwards

Country Road Accident claims life in Perth region

Pantel Christo Genti, of Perth, was killed on a Thursday afternoon when a motor truck toppled as he attempted to recover after losing balance. The incident occurred near the Michelidles plantation area as he travelled with another person on the vehicle. Authorities presume a failed recovery caused the fall and wheel pass over the victim.

Pantel Christo Genti

Revertory Activities 60o Play Presented Amid Cast

An obscure review notes a recent performance of Chinaman and a Christmas royal by Messrs Ro Pyarce and A Scott. Cast details appear with references to Mr and Miss Wearee une Mr Markell and other players. Production includes Medicine Proathye ail and Vrevorrew.

Cater Hill Chin ‘Chiy Ro Pyarce A. Scott Markell Iter Gyioni Mme

Vermin Control Trial Described in Incomplete Transcript

A damaged OCR report details a vermin control operation involving multiple witnesses and inspectors. It references inspections, rustling rabbits and foxes, and disputes over compliance, with dates in October and November and notes on the scale of the effort.

Car Turns Over on Manjimup Road in Narrow Escape

A vehicle on Manjimup Road overturned amid a chaotic scene near Hillgetown. Witnesses say driver Walter Giblett of Hillgetown escaped severe injury, while the car sustained extensive damage. Police and locals reported the wreck, with neighbors noting the incident disrupted traffic and caused broken telephones and damaged property.

Manjimup Walter Giblett Hiilgetuwen

Teachers Union Meeting Highlights Education Policy Debate

An Australian teachers union gathering discussed education democracy, individual thought, and initiative. Speakers referenced international comparisons, school leadership, and proposed director roles while stressing morale, citizen participation, and classroom development.

Boyup Brook election names and local figures listed

Fragmentary OCR lists voters candidates and local figures in a Boyup Brook election. Names appear including Browning families, Miss Namo, Misvy Rae and Bartington, and various officials such as McDonald, Neerigin, Vickers Perth, and Premanthe. The text shows a roster of town residents tied to the upcoming vote.

Acre Nadia Bey Barsteott Saan Evie Shacman Ati Mtv Wea Mina Morkatie Namo Poona Jarnin Bartingtn Clare Cme McDonald Neerigin Mr Vie Peetty Duvhatets Vath Panames Bushs Murti Vickers Perth

Fragmentary Note on Editorial Policy by One Writer

A terse undated correspondence fragment notes that the writer may diverge from the paper’s stated policy. It underscores the piece is not necessarily the newspaper’s official stance and highlights variability in timetables and payment terms without clear details.

Opening of Manjimup Bowls Club Acknowledges Local Support

The official opening at Manjimup Bowls Club drew a large turnout despite heat. Officials Mr HT Limmer and Mr J W Margereson spoke as Bridgetown and other visitors joined the ceremony and a vermin issue was discussed. Local president Mr Malcolm Reid praised harmony. Bridgetown women joined the club and plans for a larger recreation ground and future events were outlined.

Xmas Social and Presentation Evening at Redgetown Repertory

A long readable fragment describes a Xmas social and presentation evening at Redgetown Repertory with remarks about performers, staff, and audience. It references various names, roles, and procedural notes, though many lines are garbled. The text preserves mentions of committee members and stage contributions, indicating a formal gathering with awards or acknowledgments.

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