20 Feb 1942
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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1942
Page
1
Stanley Fisher of Capel WA introduces nine improved features for grading fruit to reduce double carting handling and bruising. Inventor emphasizes efficiency and quality while inviting inquiries with stamped addressed envelopes for full particulars and testimonials.
A brindle cow with no identifiable ear mark or clear brand on my property at Manu mup is unclaimed. If not claimed in time, the animal will be sold to defray expenses held by J. H. Wheatley.
Richly furnished guest house estate offers five single bedroom suites one double bedroom suite nearly new four met Philips radio sideboard lounge suite well sprung and more including sewing machine oak desk writing tables halls ice chest kitchenette linen press crocks glassware and supplies insured for 390 pounds. Bargain price half value. inspection invited first come first served. Apply X this office.
Public Motives issue requests a small furnished house to rent or use. Applicants should contact 16 Rokeby Road Subiaco.
An advertisement notes that Alemg and Notgs and Laubman and Pank will visit Boyup Brook on February 27 for eye testing with full dates and hours published elsewhere. A cyclist, Mr Scotty McKensis, was badly injured by a horse on Pump Hill Road, taken to Pemberton District Hospital. Officials discuss Australian POWs and internees in Japan, Red Cross cable details, and Japan's wartime propaganda efforts highlighting bushido and memorials, with Tokyo radio claims and a mocked ceremonial unveiling for British and Australian troops.
His Grace Most Rev Dr Prearc hiville Archbishop of Perth visited Bridgetown and district last weekend to induct Father Valentine as parish priest. He praised Valentine’s wide experience in mission and parochial work and thanked Bridgetown Nannup Congregations for their support. The Archbishop conducted ceremonies in Bridgetown and Manjimup before returning to the city.
Astaustralian leaders urge swift air and naval readiness as Japan expands its reach in Malaya and Singapore. The piece laments missteps, stresses unity, and calls for all citizens to support war effort amid sectional self-interest and evolving government controls.
The Parents' and Citizens' Association notes a social gathering at the school to bid farewell to Mr Jones who departs for Melbourne after receiving an appointment in the RAAF as an educational instructor. Miss Dorothy Pleckton visits Perth, and Mrs Wheel recovers from an injury. The Girl Guides seek a Brownie Leader as part of community service.
A Wartime appeal stresses imminent danger as enemy nears and outposts strain defense funds. Leaders urge mass support for the Liberty Loan to mobilize colossal sums from the people, honoring forebears and fighting forces while pledging full use of resources to defend freedoms. The message calls for patriotic subscription beyond customary levels.
A garbled note indicates Layton's Garage in Bridgetown is linked to defence bicycle orders. The text mentions military authorities and Mulvery Star in connection with contracts, but the message is unclear and incomplete.
Urgent appeal for scrap aluminium to support munitions production. Citizens urged to send any scrap to the local depot for immediate processing and allocation.
The Red Cross organized a successful bazaar on Thursday evening. Profits are expected to exceed 36 pounds. Games like table tennis, darts, bowling, and putting drew crowds. Charges applied, top scorer Mr W Litton. Well stocked stalls sold out including home goods and kiddies wear. Upper room and Dutch section contributed with modest charges and priced items. Overall a great show, with praise for all involved.
A fragmented notice urges urgent action at the Local Depo for munitions and bicycles. It mentions Malvern Star prices, Tayten'y Gering in Bridgeton, and savings if paid by lay by, with printing services offered.
The pairs tournament continued last Saturday with several matches decided. Tolini and Scott defeated Waller and deChare 33 12, Moyes and Pearce beat Jasshurst and Jones 18 12, and Moyes and Pearce also won 22 19 against Allen and Rawson. Abbotts and Bolton beat Evans and Scaddan 17 16 and 18 13, while Sub and O'Brien edged Urquart and Elder 25 18. Draws for the week include Hodgkin v Bolton and Wilks v Elder. First round matches feature Mottram v Evans Moulton, O'Brien v Scott, and more.
At the last branch meeting members voted to divert £15 from the building fund to the Liberty War Loan and to start making camouflage nets if an instructor can be found in town. The group seeks evacuee help from Perth authorities, arranging reception for arriving women and children. They also want housing for evacuees and appeal for girls and young women to join CWLA Younger Set at 1 Hameton Street opposite the Post Office, open Mondays 7:30 to 9:00 pm.
Rust proofed and chrome plated bicycles form part of the Malvern Star range on display at Layton's Garage Bridgetown. The ad promotes the complete line of new models and invites potential buyers to inspect the features and stock.
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