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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 13, 1941
Page
4
Bunbury listing for retreading vulcanizing and body building services on Teffen Street. Claims prompt attention and improved tread, with new and secondhand tyres in stock. work priced competitively with satisfaction guaranteed.
An impassioned plea condemns covert subversion within Australian labor ranks as treachery against wartime production and national unity. The author argues workers must resist fifth column influence, demand strong leadership, and support war effort under Churchill and allied Britain.
A troubled meeting of the Soldiers Welfare Committee faced poor public attendance and limited advertising. The secretary Mr. Draper offered resignation, while calls to sustain and enlarge the committee were debated, with plans to broaden representation and extend welfare efforts beyond farewell events.
A Bridgetown meeting of the Blackberry Eradication Committee, with Manjimup and Bridgetown delegates, reported progress in eradicating brambles. Results on plots show homemade mixtures nearly as effective as commercial, at far lower cost, and a plan to spend on eradication materials this season.
The Bridgetown Repertory Club held a Friday meeting to outline a active year with plans for two concerts, a three act play, and captain duties. Trustees were appointed for the Merchant Seamen’s Comforts Fund appeal as funds aim for 200 pounds. members discuss War Savings groups, room upkeep, and new member admissions.
A confused report states two year old Gi Thaimnas Walker was found shot. The Bridgetown Repertory Club plans to raise at least £200 for the Merch bit and supper activities, with donations acknowledged.
The text describes church services for Anglican and Methodist congregations in various towns and notes a Special Day on Sunday February 16 with planned services at local meeting houses. It calls for prayers and mutual aid from parishioners while awaiting further details on concrete plans and arrangements.
War Savings Certificates spread through schools across New South Wales and beyond with students and communities collecting stamps and certificates. Schools organize fetes tests and weekly collections led by teachers to boost purchases amid industrial challenges.
Selwyne the Great and Company perform in Bridgetown on Tuesday night in an event blending vaudeville acts. The troupe includes comedian magicians and noted artists such as Mark Collins and John McCarnk, with a history of touring circuits in Exy land and Pantages. Prices are affordable though the article notes a special soldier discount and a large stage show with varied acts at the New Theatre, Mbany.
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