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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 06, 1945

Page

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Standard Gauge Debate Drives Australian Rail Plans

The article outlines support for a standardized gauge across Australia as essential for defense and economic needs. It discusses Kalgoorlie to Kremantie work, a mostly new line from Northam to Guildford, and a deviation via Avon Valley to Toodyay, increasing Perth Northam rail mileage. It notes federal state funding tensions and projected labor needs, with timelines aiming to start within a year and four years for full construction, emphasizing manpower mix and long term strategic impact.

Australia Orien Bulgouetin Kalgoorlie Kremantie Atrnetional Toodyay Midland Junetton Guildford Perth Northam Comonwealth Commonwealth Verth

Obituary notices share details of local deaths and funerals

Obituaries recall the deaths of Percy Cowily and Charles McCay with funeral services led by local clergy. Details note interments at Bridgetown Church of England graveyard, and arrangements by Wm. Moyes and Son of Bridge sown.

Percy Cowily Groenbaebies Dae Law Church of East Urehbinbes Wm. Moyes MeChas McCay Thirwlas Mewings McCas Hampton Street St Youne Satuedas Beliaim

Stublefieg Romperium Golf Match Report

Bridgetown club in a spring golf event saw Petey Evans lead with strong drives while Randell edged Sal by a single stroke in the playoff. Final scores show Evans 16 SW 5/8 NE and Randell 2 D G/Sar G/N, with notable remarks on Horwagh and Salaver’s games during the 18 holes. Final totals read Randell M-11-Th Balvair S4-8-76 with a bogey forecast for tomorrow afternoon.

Simmers Stud Srign Jam Sanday Petey Evans E. Evans Rendell E. le Mitchell Salvair Ac MacKinnon Anellene Randell Salah Mandell Balvair

Football Agingviown Tosane Abwaver Tarot Oveavenent

Incoherent OCR fragment references football and multiple names. The readable bits mention several proper nouns and scattered numbers, but no clear event, date, or outcome emerges to anchor a concise news item. The piece lacks a discernible lead or facts to summarize reliably.

Scouts Attend Event Amid Wet Weather Keep Plans For Camp

The Boy Scouts report attendance at last Friday's meeting was low due to rain. A visit from Banbury Scouts is expected soon with details to follow next week. Bentley and Farenger earned Tenderfoot, John advances with Cubs experience, and Ava Bonificki nears Second Class. An August trip of 15 Scouts is planned, with parent help requested. The association'sMonthly meeting is set for July 12 at Spin Hall, Go Rte, with King Scout Badge validation anticipated this month for Bentley First Class.

Banbury Ally Hughes Bunbury Wisbea AL Bentley J. Farenger Tenderfoot John Ava Bonificki Albany Wan OK Go Rte Ia A. Bentley Hia

Social and Personal Notices Summary

Mrs Shephard Bur travels to Brmadale on Saturday and will be away indefinitely. Mrs M Cowan of Perth visits her parents Mr and Mrs Flintoft. Friends of Alva J W Bowell learn she is convalescent after weeks of illness. Congratulations to Mr and Mrs Claston on the birth of a daughter. Mr Jack Poule holidaying in the city. Airy Williams of Nelson Street convalescent after weeks of illness.

Shephard Bur Brmadale Crain M. Cowan Perth Mra A. Flintoft Alva J. W. Bowell E. McKelvis Mae Jack Poule Ity Airy. Williams Nelson Street

Wedding Bells Shine At Presbyterian Church

A detailed wedding notice records the marriage of Arthur Smith and Cpl. Dorothy Ellerdian at Ann Street Presbyterian Church. The ceremony featured cream brocaded satin, a bouquet of white dahlias, bridesmaids in spotted nets, and various toasts and musical interludes by local figures. The bridegroom’s family and attendees, including members of the Miniature Rifle Club, are listed among the well wishers.

Ann Street Presbyterian Church Iris Eni Marjorie Stewart Gwyndah Sct Hugh Scott Katanning Western Australis Gremty Miniature Rifle Club Frisbane Liew Coke Herisbiine Milla Bayy de Wort Jan Old Armin Mies ES. Hanon Lac Keith Stith Gun Tehurd Eldershaw

Bay Seven Parents Association Appeals Fund Drive

A meeting of the Bay Seven Parents Association at St. Jui Mobile Hall on Pirsig February 10 authorized increasing member dues and launching a fundraising drive. The message asks members to support the association’s work, with multiple officers named and appeals to donate to fund the group’s activities.

Bay Sevte Varents Association St. Jui Pirsig Bebruary Jie Kifegete Suisink Alfonso Jsident Puck al Baty Seoitmuiter Sankilandy Sid Sivantiny Mra W._RURK

Bridgetown Team Upsets on Saturday in Tennis Meet

Local Bridgetown team and coach Antonio Cordier lead a new lineup in a rough tennis meet. Nils MWe and Bariten Hatt deliver key performances as the squad battles for a decisive win over rivals at the venue.

Bridgetown Uleed Tenis Tony Teraetown Ridgetinn Monalennys Agate

IPS Printing We Do It Bridgetown Ad

Local publication shows an IPS Printing service ad urging readers to contact Bridgetown for printing needs. The brief text emphasizes action with a direct call to ring Bridgetown.

Ring Bridgetown

Red Cross Notes This Week at Agorlick Hospital

Fragmented OCR text mentions Red Cross notes and weekly activities at a hospital or institution. Names and details are garbled, but references to week’s events, drives, and public notices imply a hospital or community health update with some dates and people involved.

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