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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 12, 1939
Page
7
Bridgetown hosts a nation wide smile contest with plans for prizes and voting. Contest rules describe entries from residents and nearby areas, with multiple age groups and local sponsors.
The article discusses the rise of female portrait photographers and the intense public interest in depicting beauty and personality. It cites figures like Deanna Barbie and notes the career pressure to reproduce an idealized image while balancing artistic integrity and evolving standards of representation.
A condolence letter recounts RL Warburton as a life force who inspired others and built Universal's legacy. It praises his work ethic, leadership, and impact on colleagues, noting tributes from friends and industry figures while detailing the photographer’s task to capture his subject’s true character.
An agriculture department notice outlines new apple and pear grade labeling rules for sale. Retailers must display a labeled tab on each bag or lot indicating the fruit grade and source, with enforcement delayed until after the February deadline to allow labels and compliance.
Fragmented OCR text references a New Year message and religious services around a wartime context. Mentions Evangelical work, mission activity, and a brief note on year-end greetings and local observances. Names, dates, and concrete places are unclear due to garbled text.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a historical note on labour heritage. Names and places are unclear but indicate a discussion of labor history with possible authors Foy L F and Pearce I E and a Nebo or Vier reference. Content quality remains uncertain due to garbled text.
Local foreman notes dangerous trees near Turner Road property and proposes removal and site cleanup at Turner's frontage. Reports from residents request a crossover access while others, including Mr. Gifford and Mr. Haexhay, urge fencing and blackberry removal to protect the area and culverts.
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