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Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 11, 1940

Page

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Licensing for motor fuels tighter in Western Australia

The Liquid Fuel Control Board of Western Australia announced licenses required for motor spirit and diesel fuel under Defence Regulations. Applications to purchase major spirit and diesel fuel open via post offices and local offices, with deadlines for metropolitan and country applicants. Penalties include imprisonment up to six months or fines up to £10 for false information.

Defence National Security—General Liquid Fuel Control” Board of Western Liquid Fuel Control Board G.po Perth Andes Western Australia Shark Bay Meekatharra W. H Howard

Recreation Ground Fence and Cemetery Land Notes

News and Notes report on a Road Board decision to replace the recreation fence near Old Cemetery, details about cemetery ownership by Anglican and Catholic Churches in 1860, and a land center unallocated. It also mentions spraying blackberry plans by Girl Guides and a Red Cross dance refunds.

Steel Lake Hadgetown Road Meflgetown

Mixed foursomes at Bridgetown raise funds for Red Cross

A pleasant Saturday afternoon at Bridgetown links saw a mixed foursomes event to aid Red Cross funds with toss takings of £8 10s. Winners were Mrs H Armstrong and G H Randell. Readouts show varied scores and multiple pairings, while next Saturday offers a stroke handicap qualifying round for club matches and related soccer trophies.

Bridgetown Links Red Cross H. Armstrong G. H. Randell Hl .Armstrong T.wheatley S. Wheatley B.J. Palmer T. Speer Iss J. Ewing F. Warburton T Salvair T. Sabwir RS. Hester Rester Miss Reilly K. Beatty Whittell AS. Arkle Miss Deer E Doust VR. Doust W Toyer Mise P. Taylor T. McInnes Mre. Tulip J. Kirby

Crockett and Braund Builders and Contractors Ad

Builders Crockett and Braund invite you to explore craftsmanship and reliability with no obligation. Engines featured as part of their showcase emphasize performance and durable construction for residential and commercial projects.

Petrol Rationing Forms Issued Across Western Australia

Western Australia distributes rationing forms for motor spirit and diesel fuel through post offices, road boards, and municipal councils except the North West. Applications must be submitted for each vehicle or engine to the Liquid Fuel Control Board, with deadlines for metropolitan and country applicants. False information incurs penalties. rationing will restrict fuel to those with licensed tickets once introduced.

Fice Austalia Liquid Fuel Control Board Malcolm Street Perth Boxero G.P Liquid Control Board

Road board to erect stone on Scott Highway memory of W P Scott

Mr J J McAlinden reported to the Fridgetown Road Board that an inspection was satisfactory and a site marked for a stone to be placed at the beginning of Scott's Highway, honoring the late W P Scott, Bridgetown Road Board chairman. The Rev Brian Macdonald named chaplain of the 8th Division. Committee to finalise arrangements to be chaired by Doust, Mitchell, and McAlinden.

J. J. McAlinden Fridgetown Road Scott's Highway Boyup-Bridgetown Road W. PiScott Bridgetown Road Brian Macdonald Manjimup E. L Mitchell W.asp A. Doust Northam Camp Doust McAlinden Bridgetown Rom “Armstrong Turner Road Ths Tayer Same- Irrat E. L. Taylor James Egan Donnybrook Egan Preston Road Toyer Coust Street Hill Machin Steere Street Gifford Road Campbell

Bridge town Road Board tackles Jehovah's Witness complaint

At a Bridge town meeting, Mr J J McAlmden reported multiple complaints about Jehovah's Witnesses on Sundays. The board condemned them for disloyalty to Christianity and selling records in the street. Action to be taken against the individuals involved at the upcoming date.

Bridgetown Road J. J. McAlmden Rutherford Jehovah’s Witnesses Tower Fown

Boyup Pioneer Entertained at a birthday party

A local event celebrated Mrs Tessica Taglis 74th birthday at Rundfield near Boyup Brook with guests from Fremantle and nearby towns. The party featured music and dancing, with attendees including Mr and Mrs Ro AL Mocoir, Mr and Mrs Rupert Higrun and many others as residents shared in the celebration.

Jude Rutherford Prn Bundfield Boyup Brookwas Ivasion Berver Tessica Taglis Messames T. Hodgson Fremantle F. Kray I. Chapman Lew Steere O'Brien Nurmenus Inglis New Zealand Iois Rundfield Thome Mire Rupert Higrun Viney Mayn Webb Winter Leapingwell Gwen Parnest Turner S. Greevy G Wrosht A. Mitchell William and David Tewl

Worm Infested Rabbits Prompt Fears for Sheep

The rabbit inspector reported severe worm infestation in rabbits and feared some could affect sheep. Sir W Doust gave a similar report and samples were to be sent to the Central Institute for Veterinary Research to obtain details on likely effects.

W Doust

Patriotic Variety Concert Opens Next Week at Town Hall

A patriotic variety concert titled Itace and featuring Queen contenders will open at Bridgerowo Town Hall next Tuesday night. Tickets, colored by Queen, are sold at the newsagency Livent Irvine and can be exchanged for booked seats. The event promises full enjoyment with top performers and lively entertainment.

Town Hall Bridgerowo Thesday Newsagency Livent Irvine

Town Hall Fundraiser and Local Civic Notes

The Goon Singers will perform at Mersey Variety programme in Town Hall on July 23 to aid Red Cross funds. VAD Queen Mrs Wheatley sought free use of Lesser Hall for an afternoon in support of Red Cross efforts. Bridgton Road Board discussed a £3000 town brook concrete project and agreed to request half funding from the department, shifting scope away from residential areas. A Loyal Undgetown Lodge and other groups planned visits and invitations. immunisation clinics urged parents to submit forms. vehicle licensing reminders noted plate retention rules amid local civic matters.

Goon Mersey Cavers Town Hall Red Cross Prevent Steward Street

New Chevrolet Instrument Panel Enhances Comfort and Style

The latest Chevrolet instrument panel introduces a refined design with grouped controls under the driver’s eyes and indirect lighting. A chromium fuse speaker grille centers the dash, a tall left lockite lever houses clock access, and the T-spoke steering wheel with "Radermaster" and "Pull Rian" glow adds a modern custom feel.

Chevrolet Radermaster Mr. Bon Fiberlye Bridgetown

Church Services Across Bridgetown Circuits on July Dates

Readable text shows Church of England St Pauls Bridgetown holds Trinity Sunday events July 4 with services at 4am and evening sermons. Methodist Bridgetown circuit lists services July 14 across Bridgetown Sunday schools prayer and intercession at multiple churches with morning and afternoon sessions. Local times staggered include 1 am 8 pm 230 pm and 1030 am across rooms and halls.

Church OF England Methodist Church Bridgetown Nunnup Boyng Brook Servidus i Bridgetawer Sundae SrtLam Wridgetown Sunilas Menigernun Wiley Wala Sunray Nannan Mill Nanay Novaws Siistoner RG Reynolds

Used Stamps Drive Backs English Orphans Aid Note

A call invites readers to send used stamps to Bridgstown Manchester Usity to support English orphans through a local charity drive.

Bridgstown Manchester

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