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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Dec 12, 1947

Page

5

Nelson children in musical festival display inclusive program

Mr. G Campbell-Egan introduced a new inclusive system to involve all pupils in music across schools including Manjimup Pemberton Bridgetown Northcliffe and others. The festival featured massed choirs and school solos with varied items and received high praise for effort and behavior.

Manjimup Bridgetown Northcliffe G. Campbell-Egan Campbell Egan Ito Egan Muanjimup Pemberton Manjimup Convent Bridgetown Convent Idardee Dennimill Talgurup Middlesex Smith's Croek Yanmah Group 30-4 Vyornup Fof Ash Grove Vonnawh Lady Moon Toneile Hridgetown Choir Jardee St. Keyne Margaret Dwyer Yarnup Alan Spear Th Jones J. Rooney B. Weston Mr. Egan

Buck Neilson’s Surprise 21st Birthday Party

A Dec 4 gathering at Buck Neilson’s home hosted by relatives and friends with games dancing accordions and a cake inscribed with 21 candles. Mr R Howes led tributes while Mrs Neilson was thanked for the supper as Buck received gifts and well wishes for his coming of age.

R. “Buck” Neilson Mr. Neilson R. Howes Buck As Neilson

Social notes on Helyars and locals in the city

Mrs Helyar Snr returned after a long city holiday. Her son A Helyar met her by train. Mrs FL Brown came back after a short city visit. R Gadenne seen in Nannup from Collie by car. Miss N Excel left by train to Jarrahwood for holidays with her parents. A Neverman drove to Kellerberrin. Mr and Mrs Asplin left for Tressay after Nannup visit. T Trenfield rode to Pemberton by motor bike. A busy bee organized at recreation ground to ready for New Year Sports, another planned next Saturday. T Jeffries left Naanup for Perth. Dicksons family left for Busselton for a day by the sea. P Taylor holidaying with brother and Mrs F Taylor.

Mrs.Helyar Snr Mr. A. Helyar R. Gadenne Nannup Collie N. Excel Jarrahwood A. Neverman Kellerberrin 4. Asplin Tressay T. Jeffries Naanup Perth

Wine Thieves Goaded by Thirst Plead Guilty in Court

Three men George Griggs 19 George Groundsell Brown 45 and George Alexander Edge about 28 pleaded guilty to stealing a demi john of wine and 30 shillings from a timber mill camp at Yarnup. Brown admitted a broken eye and vague recollections. Police noted missing money and all three claimed they acted together.

George Leo Griggs George Edward Groundsell- Brown George Alexander Edge Set, Nicholl& Charge Demi-John Brown AML Griggs J.T" Armstrong Nicholls Yarnup

Bridgetown Pool Draws Large Sunday Crowd

A goodly crowd enjoyed the Bridgetown swimming pool on Sunday. Many lounged on the bank while others swam in the river, making it a popular summer relief spot for those unable to reach the seaside.

Bridgetown

Nannup Cricketers on Top After Home Victory

Nannup defeated Jarrakwood at Nannup with a total of 115 runs. Sauvage top scored with 15, Green 15, Patterson 88, Seoul St, Solesy 12, Wakefield 2 not out, while Jarralwood managed 9a.

Jarralwood Sauvage Green Nannup Patterson Seoul St Solesy Wakefield

Tennis Players Ready Again on MSU Courts

Tennis players show keen interest on Sunday at the MSU tennis courts where activity resumes. facilities appear to be in complete working order after repairs and repairs appear satisfactory.

MSU

Notable Guests At Local Perth Hotel

Over the last week guests included Mr Francis of Perth Mr Gordon of Bunbury Mr and Mrs Cross of Perth Mr Brown and Miss Layman of Perth visiting the hotel in a period reported by local records.

Mr. Francis Perth Gordon Bunbury Mrs. Cross Brown Miss Layman

Bowling event invites Bridge Town team visit

A local bowling green hosted many players on Sunday with hopes for larger attendance next week when Bridge Town team visits. All are welcome to come and bowl.

Vegetables Fruit Ice Cream Aerated Waters Small Goods

A compact list of food categories appears, noting vegetables fruit ice cream aerated waters and small goods. The itemization suggests a pantry or market catalog entry with broad commodity headings rather than a narrative. No names, dates, or places are provided.

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Nelson Children IN Musical Festival Dai Ed Kani WOME W.L. Nelson Bridgetown ’S Rendezvous Terminus Hotel Glen McAlinden Colooper Jassid Arsinette Westralian Farmers Co-operative Ltd R. Urquhart Chaff TOR. Wigmore’s Ltd Aladdin Industries Ltd F. Criter and Co. Ltd Mercantile Mutual Insurance Co. Ltd National Mutual Life Association J. J. Ellershaw and Co. Ltd Shell Depot P.O. Box Balingup Greenbushes Dinninup Nannup Review FL Brown Mr. T. Trenfield Nannup Cricketers Jarrakwood Queensland Insurance Co Hillman & Coleman Nannup Meat Supply Pamela Wilson R.H. Scott R. J. Wakefield Nla.gov
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