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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Feb 08, 1940

Page

4

Druid Meeting Recaps Attendance Despite Heat and Ills

U A O D By Lodge Reporter reports a Tuesday January 30 meeting in RSL rooms presided by the worthy Arch Druid Bro. G Pearson with fair turnout given heat and holidays. Updates mention members returning to work, several on the sick list, and upcoming plans including a picnic and a Royal Arch Chapter meeting on February 13. A warm welcome is planned for Bro. Gles McAlinden returning from his honeymoon and preparations for a "Pound Night" drive.

R.S.L Worthy Arch Bro. G. Pearson Fred Poster Perth Phil Gray John Poster Royal Arch Bovup Brook Greenbushes All

Drastic steps urged to curb rabbit poisoning district wide

Government Inspector Mr Cadd and local inspector Mr Doust warned the Bridgetown area rabbits were rapidly increasing due to poor baiting and seasonal conditions. They proposed enforcement up to prosecution, noting seven carts plus two government carts in use while urging farmers to buy poison machines to accelerate control during Mr Cadd's two month district stay.

Cadd Doust Bridgetown

Annual Bridgetown Repertory Club Dramatic Section Meeting

The Dramatic Section of the Bridgetown Repertory Club met in the lounge on Friday with R. S. Tozer presiding. Officers elected included Chairman R. S. Toner, Vice-Chairman J. P Anderson, and Secretary Mrs Ifase. committee members Mrs Fenderson Mones D. Cutmore and B. Harvey, Mesare J. Falconer and J. W. C. Draper. The group praised Henderson for a late show by Variety Players and planned another, while the committee considered future dramatic efforts and noted a proposal to retain the club’s dramatic activities. A report on the Repertory Association and the September Pamy a Festival was also mentioned.

Bridgetown Repertory Club R. S. Tozer Alfter R. S. Toner B. Harvey Mesare J- Falconer J. W- C. Draper Toner Henderson

Pridgetown Carnival Opens With Gentlemen the King

Opening day of the Pridgetown carnival is Sunday February 18 with mixed pairs events at 1 pm. An entry fee per pair applies and a dramatic program features top local performers including Th Soy oven and Brin Aces. Club secretary Araciion announces the grand finale Pinemond and Veale artistL will provide entertainment during the carnival.

Araciion X. Liptle

Obituary notices from Bridgetown honor Mrs Gilchrist and Mr Eastcott

The death occurred at her home on Spencer street Bridgetown of Mrs Rose Mary Gilchrist aged 35 after a nine day illness. She was laid to rest in the Church of England portion of Bridgetown cemetery with Canon Steugnell officiating. The late Mrs Gilchrist was born in Essex England and resided in the state for 53 years leaving a husband and eleven children. The chief mourners included Mrs Tussler Mrs Johnson and her daughters Kath and Gladys Gilchrist and Mr Coltman with daughter and son-in-law and sons Leslie and Keith Gilchrist. Mr T Eastcott died at Donnybrook aged 51. He was buried from St Engids Church Bridgetown in the Roman Catholic portion of the Bridgetown cemetery with Rev Father Lynch officiating. A large turnout attended the graveside.

Spencer Street Bridgetown Rose Mary Gijchrist England Canon L .Steugnell Gilchrist Essex Tussler Johnson Kath Gladys Gilchrist Coltman Inlaw Leslie and Keith Gilchristi T. Eastcott Donny Brook Thomas Eastcott Victoria Park St Engid's Church Pather Lynch

Bridgetown Road Board Sacks Blackberries and Overdrafts

The Bridgetown Road Board held a Sunday meeting to review finances and operations. The board approved restricting tractor use, increasing the overdraft, and destroying blackberries town wide with ratepayer cooperation, while inspecting vermin rates and street repairs.

Bridgetown Road Sunday W" Tuyen Wo al Crwft Isake J. J McAlinden B. L. Mitchel Bagshaw H. J. Machin Hav Ag Hestey Toyer Minden A. M. Jenour P. Brooks Willarup Prom E. M. Abbotts Barlee Street Mame Central Ward Paterson and Cos Bunbury Street Victoria League Lake Steere Street McAlines M. Scott Boyup Brook Agbee

Funeral of Walter Cherry Passes in Claremont

Walter Cherry of Cher ry and Company Ltd Claremont and L St. Quentins Avenue Claremont died Saturday. Funeral Monday at Karrakatta Methodist Cemetery graveside service by Rev Joseph Green honoring his charitable life. Born Manchester 1874 he trained in dye works then founded WA business in 1911. He served Claremont council five years and contributed to milk foods analysis and local bowling circles. He leaves wife a son three daughters and 18 grandchildren. His death leaves a gap in Bridgetown bowling and local concerts where he was a frequent performer.

Walter Cherry Messrs. Cherry and Company,Ltd Claremont L St. Quentin's Avenue Karrakatta Joseph Green Claremont Methodist Church Green Cherry Mr. Cherry Manchester Refy School John Nelson Cherry Burnley Lancashire Nelson Lancaster Morecambe Southport Western Australia Perth Bridgetown

Manjimup Defeats Bridgetown In Close Bowls Clash

In a tight Sunday match at Maviiimup Manjimup edged Bridgetown 77 to win as Gibson’s four sealed the victory amid high excitement. Bridgetown captain Mrs Crowd starred as second in Jack Smith’s rink, with Rob, Watson, Fagan, and Gib ings among scorers. Manjimup eyes fresh lineup for next home clash against Bridgetown Golds.

Bridgetower Blues Maviiimup Heince Gibson Tou Manjimup Mrs. Crowd Bridgetown Ladies Jack Smith MB Fottram Mayo Eaton Roberts Rowd Watson Fagan Gibings Oltoa Timms Wilkins Girde Kar Gomme Waller Teede Mrs Crowd Heamisant Towls Bridgetown Golds Tverse McKay Gomme Walker Rede Mottrain Masa Baton Rovit Wats Nichols Fagan Gilsan Margeressne James Daggine Manumup Phane

Injury to Eye From Steel Penetration At Lavin's Place

In an incident at Lavin's Place Mr. C Tanner sustained eye injury from a piece of steel. He was sent to Perth where he was operated upon and is now doing satisfactorily.

C. Tanner Lavin Perth Australia Alriea India Esewhere H. C. Jones Bridgstown Ridgetown

Bunbury Employment Bureau Seeks Employers and Positions

Bunbury Employment Bureau invites employers to submit job openings and contact details. Advertises box 42 and phone number 08 for employer correspondence or inquiries about available positions.

Singer Sewing Machines Service and Repairs Ad

Local service advertises Singer sewing machine repairs with extensive experience. Enquiries welcomed from Bridee town and nearby areas including Manjimup, Pemberton, and Gowran. Includes contact points at Drapers and Despers for repair needs and project support.

B. J. Pell Bridee Town Ranitine’s Drapers Manjimup Shad's Despers Pemberton Er Eupre Boymp Brook Graham's Arts Tigers Singer Sewing Machine

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