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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1941
Page
4
A World War II letter from Manjimup friends in England recounts air raids in 1940. The writer describes a 1300 pound bomb nearby, crater sighting, and improvised shelter setups with beds on blocks and a mattress under stairs. The piece highlights civilian resilience and encouragement.
South West Business Directory lists a retread service on Stephen Street Bunbury offering tire tread renewal to prevent skidding and improve safety. Also advertised are monumental masons and sculptors at 27 Spencer Street Bunbury with inscriptions and relati ons services.
A local repair service advertises 18 years of practical experience in bridge works and sewing machine maintenance with visits to multiple towns including Manjimup Pemberton Boyup Brook and nearby outlets. The listing emphasizes direct service and mobile visits.
The Assistant Minister for Commerce explains a compulsory plan for apples and pears as export markets close. Growers receive differential payments based on fruit quality, with full costs and guaranteed returns, while offences against regulations may lead to court action. Special officers enforce the scheme nationwide.
A conference of fisheries and game society representatives in Western Australia urged trout acclimatisation. Chief Inspector A J Fraser outlined new districts Murray Tarver Warren and Albany and the act transferring management to societies with licensing and close seasons. The Fish and Game Society praised ongoing grants and a new research officer to study spread and suitability.
The Bridgetown Repertory Club ran a jam and cake stall at Barlett and Co's premises raising £310 for the Merchant Seamen's Comfort Fund. Members assisted by others attended, with Miss Kilminster encouraging attendance at a dance class and a books drive organized for gifts to seamen. The council met February 24 to plan renewed work, and Perth president Bechet visited Bridgetown, meeting club members and touring the premises.
Manjimup Road Board sent a congratulatory cable to the Australian forces after the capture of Bardia. Lieutenant General Sir Thomas Blamey acknowledged the message, praising the AIF and noting troops published the message to the troops.
Aged letters from Cpl D B Stirling Archie Thomson and Sapper J Roche reveal thanks to the RSL and Home Front supporters. Troops describe journeys from Australia to Colombo and Palestine, brave action against Italian forces, and the morale boost from canteen orders and parcels.
A letter from Vermin Inspector Mr FJ Keaneys outlines a practical rabbit control method. It describes netting and funnel traps near dams, with angled wings and a funnel under the fence to lure rabbits. The plan emphasizes water access properties, limited water sources, and a mop up on netted holdings.
In a mid February crash at Amberley airfield Queensland four Royal Australian Air Force airmen died when two aircraft collided on the runway during a training operation. The dead were Flying Officer Patrick Adair, Flight Sergeant Nigel Humphry, Leading Aircraftman Raymond Alexander and Leading Aircraftman Douglas Porter Scott. One survivor, married and recently transferred, was hospitalized in Ipswich as the incident was witnessed by station personnel.
About 20 members met at the Drill Hall on February 3 for rifle daily instruction and a two minute march. Instructors A G Deane and G F Chipper led. R Ford assisted. February 9 saw shooting over 2½ and M board ranges for Happ Cup and McKittrick Trophy stages. results noted with several members, including N Coleman, improving accuracy. Wires list participants and scores. final Wye Trophy stage planned for February 28 with leading figures A Gates and M Gates among others.
A letter from Jint Roche thanks R.S.L. members, notes timber work in northern England, and describes travel hardships with Pat Caro. He mentions movie cameras, tobacco, planes overhead, cold weather, and good local reception while filming.
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