Christmas Visitors Bring List of Greenbushes Guests
An influx of visitors over Christmas to Greenbushes includes Mrs Webb of Munjimup visiting sister Mrs Evershed, Mrs Kemp of Perth, Mrs Yates and son of Yarloop, A and C Robinson visiting their parents, plus many others from Perth Narrogin Bunbury Dridgetown and Merth. The list names numerous locals and their connections to Greenbushes residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Kemp
Perth
W. Yates
Yarloop
A. and
C. Robinson
H. Robinson
C. Yates
J. Long
KR. E. F Long
E. Metjueen
Ethne
Kay
Wallon
Harris
Fr. Wilkes
A. James
Narrogin
W. G. Allen
Coomber
Merth
Knapton
Bannister
First Post War RSL Ball Brings Civic Banquet Spirit
The first post war RSL Ball was held in the Miners Hall last Saturday night and proved financially successful. The newly formed Women's Auxiliary contributed willingly and the event showcased a happy spirit between old and young members of the RSL and Auxiliary, signaling a bright future and plans for a new hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Auxiliary
R.S.L. and
Father Xmas Makes Festive Parade Stop at Lindsay’s Store
Father Xmas in a modern look rode through Green bushes at 5.30 on Xmas Eve in a decorated car. He halted at Lindsay's store to hand out bags of sweets to delighted youngsters before resuming his ride to another Xmas Eve stop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Xmas
Greenbushes
Lindsay
Holidays Leave Town for Christmas Break
Mrs RA Bignell and Judith head to Busselton for holidays with family plans. Lindsay families travel to Wonnerup to camp. H Haines tours to Perth by car and L Allen to Mosman Park. J A Smith travels to Bunbury while Mr and Mrs A Selfe and family take a fortnightly holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RA. Bignell
Busselton
Judith
Lindsay
Wonnerup
Mr. H. Haines
Perth
Mr. L. Allen
Mosman Park
J. Af. Smith
Bunbury
Merth
Mrs. A. Selfe
Bridgetown Post Office Schedules to peri regional towns
Mail runs from Bridgetown to Perth Hester Greenbushes Balingup Donnybrook Bunbury Russellton and other towns on specific weekdays and times. Additional services run to Manjimup Pemberton Palgarup Yarnup Boyup Brook Jardee and Mayanup at various hours throughout the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Hester
Greenbushes
Balingup
Donnybrook
Bunbury
Busselton
Hospital Auxiliary Board’s Appreciation of Donation
At the Pemberton Hospital Board meeting members praised the Ladies' Hospital Auxiliary for donating complete furnishings for staff lounge and dining room. The gift, valued at nearly £106, reflects credit on the small group of women volunteers who contribute to patient and staff comfort. The Board publicly acknowledges the Auxiliary's outstanding work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pemberton Hospital Board
Ladies’ Hospital Auxiliary
Xmas Binner's A Brink by Wallace Spencer
A Christmas tale where a stranger joins a barren family dinner. The boy offers his own food, the stranger speaks of joy and hope, healing the parents’ despair. Toys appear as happiness returns and the stranger vanishes at dawn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallace Spencer Boyup Brook
Local District Office List Shows Public Bodies and Clubs
A compiled roster lists district officials and heads of organizations including M L A M L C and hospital boards, police, postmaster, agricultural and sporting bodies, and clubs. Notable names include Messrs Mann Craig Tuckey Urquhart and Mrs Faithfull Kirk, with chairmen, secretaries, and presidents across multiple groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgetown M.L.A
Eb, Hoar
N.H.R
N Lemmon
M.l.c.'s
Messrs. Mann, Craig and Tuckey
E. C. Siggins
L. Ry
Goodridge
J. Johnston
Advancement Policy Pool
A. Flintoff
P. Salvair
Pemberton Rainfall Figures for Twelve Months 1946
The record shows 1946 total rainfall 5468 points, below 6724 in 1941 and 6882 in 1942. July brought the heaviest month with 14.36 inches, near 1943's 10.76 inches, while November yielded 577 points, the heaviest for many years.
Campbell Home From Japan Leaves With Family
Don Campbell, a member of the B c O F, is spending a leave in Pemberton with his parents and family after returning from service in Japan.
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B.c.o.f
Don Campbell
Pemberton
Oil Wells Drive Offshore From Rincon Field
Directional drilling enables offshore oil recovery beyond piers at the Rincon field in California. A 20 inch conductor pipe and cemented casing protect the sea and oil sands while 2,370 to 3,459 foot wells reach targets accurately. Directional methods cut costs versus extending piers and vertical drilling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
U.S.A
Rincon
Vacuum Oil Company
Ex Servicewomen Eligible for Nursing Training Expansion
Ex-Servicewomen who enlisted by age 25 can apply for Nursing Training under the Commonwealth Reconstruction Training Scheme. Previously only those enlisted by 21 were eligible. entry has been widened to address hospital staff shortages. Refresher courses available for those with nursing certificates. Apply to the Re Establishment Division, Ministry of Post War Reconstruction in any capital city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
Ministry of Post
The
Busy Stork At Pemberton
Mr and Mrs Eric Rate rejoice on the birth of a son. Congratulations to Mr and Mrs Rumble of the Forestry Department on the arrival of a daughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pemberton
Eric Rate
Mrs Rumble
Forestry
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. Doherty
Mary
Norma
Tom and George Russell
Mr. &. Cooper
Mrs
J. Russell
H. Sells
H. Coleman
Mrs. Gilders
Mr. Gilders
Norman
JL. Brinkworth
Bert Brinkworth
Rs.l. Ball
Newton's Garage
Chevrolet
Pontiac
Buick
Oxy
Palatine Insurance & A. M. P. Insurance
Hampton Street
Bridgetown
P.O. Box
W. Luff
Chevrolet Utilities
Fisher’s
Father Xmas
Post Office
Manjimupand Pem1berton
Palgarup
Boyup Brook
Manjimup
Yarnup
Jardee
Mayanup
Hospital Auxiliary Board
Japan
ExServicewomen and the Nursing Profession
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