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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1944
Page
1
The Westralian Farmers Ltd. in Bridgetown seeks female and male workers for the Dehydration Plant. Packera Casemakers also needed for Bridgetown and Balingup Packing Sheds. Applications must be written to the National Service Office, Bridgetown.
Greenbushes first race to start at 1 pm features hacks and maidens with handicaps from £7 to £14 10s. races include Trisl Stakes Maiden Hack and Greenbushes Cup plus Open Hack and Farewell Handicap. Nominations and acceptances set. proceeds aid Patriotic Funds. Baxter, Hon. Secretary. Wanted to buy good second hand rifle or frame.
A brief note of gratitude expresses sincere thanks for sympathy, understanding, flowers, and deeds received in response to a loss. W P Scammell extends appreciation to all who offered support and kind words.
Melbourne reports steps to increase housing materials and labor under war housing programs. Approved quotas show 174 for December quarter and 144 for March quarter, with a high total projected for six months. Private house permits mimic war housing output, yet a national shortage leaves thousands needing homes as wartime building remains halted by material freezes.
A NSW study highlights severe overcrowding in poorer districts with families in tenements and basements, unfit for normal times. It notes hardship as rents rise and building materials are frozen, urging faster expansion of housing with government coordination to deliver decent shelter for thousands of Australians.
A joyful December 13 break-up at Bridgetown State School featured student led concerts and parent volunteers. Despite fowl shortages and limited plates, children enjoyed raspberry drinks and treats while expressing thanks to members and fathers who contributed despite a hot day.
The annual School Sports at Boyup Brook featured 10 to TK events starting around 2 30 pm. Relay races drew keen excitement as Reds beat Blues for overall points with classroom staff thanked by Mr Tom Miller and the Church of England Ladies Guild providing tea.
Three candidates from Hoyne Brook school took the Secondary Scholarships examinations in September. Victor Broeckmann won a scholarship while Marg et Matthews and Nancy Buterley received entrance awards. The district celebrates the local children’s success.
Miss A Day of the Commercial Bank goes on annual leave with Miss J McDowell covering. Faith Brook returns to Bunbury after visiting parents. Local holidays include Mildred Bade, Joan Fairgrieven, Harrie Trowm, Reg Millar and Riley Miller. Mr Campbell of the ALF on 14 days leave. Congratulations to Mr and Mrs J L Larkin on the birth of a daughter. A L Corker released from army to take up farming. Pat Smith from Bunbury visited Hoyop Trock. Len and AH Forrest farewell to Boyup Brook after five years, having farmed in Mayanuy area with outstanding results and high carrying capacity. They plan new home, wish success.
Sunday December 17 features Holy Communion at 4 am then Sunday School at 11 am. Stung Eucharist at 11 am and Evensong at 7 30 pm. Country services include Scorp x Tiroek and Sfyuna ensongg.
Sunday December 17 services listed across Bridgetown Willow Spring Nannup Greenbushes with times from 11 a.m. to 7 30 p.m. Reverend H W Farmar outlines morning and evening programs and Mr Mack attends Bridgetown services.
Full Gospel Church Pemberton Suntavy Chaperm eid lists service times. Breaking of Bread at 11 a.m on Sunday with Sunday School at 3 p.m and Open Air Meeting. Gospel Service Tuesday at 7 50 p.m with Fellowship and Bible Study. Prayer Meeting Friday at 7 30 p.m led by Evangelist W Bold.
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