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Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 11, 1940

Page

2

HELENA VALE RACING CARD DETAILS MEETING

A compact report of the Helena Vale meeting card lists multiple races and horses across purses including the Kalamunda Purse and Bellevue Breeders events. Notable entries include Leland Chief, Arcangelins, Flying Waves, and Prince Sardis Chanteclair among others with listed odds and affiliations. The card features divisions such as the Bassendean Maiden and Caprio Le, with distances like seven furlongs and complex lineups across the meeting.

Cy Osu Coprerhead Prince Sardis la Habra Heyington Corringe Kalamunda Gerond Seainia J Arcangelins Winlite Coe Las Monnaie Gally Queen's Lady Orton Pybus Santine Same Iay Sally Finehly Zerlardy Lady Monk Avalonia Pridanus Paloma Prince Pride Lixgdootvernda Murcoslan Insolamt Yechteman Helena Vale Handicap Litt Pda Maurtee Conlif Bellevue Breeders Ginbertus Idem Kerlion F Agrion Laos iCepmerhacs Lompian Idolit Melody Lad Hinda Carillo Nicart Capriole Eridon Lele Momalong Lady Proctor Red Nic Geralda Aran Treleen Tonif Kerlig Dark Bride Wisbech Headfern Prince Smrdis Cresting Pretty Pat Mona Jungle Lady Talisman Bassendean Maiden Tropics Amatol Copperhead Sa Prince Merab Pantaga Bright S Copperhead Jungle Lady

World’s smallest 1940 pocket radio unveiled

A fragmentary report notes a claim of the world’s smallest 1940 pocket radio built with 80 tubes and wireless components. Details are incomplete but emphasize novelty and compact design for earpiece listening.

How Parachute Troops Operate

An overview of German parachute troops detailing deployment methods, jump dynamics, glide speeds, and assault objectives. It describes their equipment including a distinctive steel helmet, a blue grey tunic, and plus-four style trousers, with emphasis on rapid assembly of a company within a restricted landing zone.

Air Force

Air Force recruits go to men with flying squads

Australia wide RLAAF drive launches flying squads from capital and mobile centres to visit towns and form local committees. Recruits apply in person, with preliminary air crew tests and fitter tests when facilities allow, then final examinations at city or mobile centres and rail warrants issued for travel.

Rala.f Air Force RLAAF

Press Freedom in Eugland Debate at House of Vornajatis

In Eugland the Lord Privy Seal Atlee faced questions on press liberty and government interference with criticism of the current government. He argued restrictions apply only where there is risk of aiding the enemy or harming the war effort, while defending free opinion otherwise. The Times notes readers’ defense of liberty and warns against propaganda and lying that could erode Britain’s resolve.

The Times Britai Germany

Parachute Troops and Defense: Weapons and Missions

A historical digest outlines German parachute troops with light equipment, side-laced boots, gauntlet gloves, and containers dropping ammunition and weapons. It details battalion support arms, aims to organize fifth column members, spread panic, harass lines, and damage infrastructure, plus training to act independently with air support expectations.

Road Surveyor Warns of Spade Shortage

A road surveyor informed the Town Clerk that crews collected more spades. The reply cites retrenchment amid an emergency and denies further spending, telling workers to join on one another. Lynchbury News US.

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Athletic Straps and Sundries for Cyclists

Medical notes list athletic straps for cyclists with prices 8/6 and 13/6, alongside sundries such as whirling sprays and Cain's Tonic Pills for men. Mentions Kan emas and Ager Sots as part of the product offerings.

Pilots and Air Crew Applicants Age and Training Rules

Applicants for service as pilots must be between 18 and 28 years of age. Other air crew applicants must be between 18 and 32, but fully qualified fitters up to an unspecified age are acceptable. Educational requirements may be flexible for air crew applicants. Qualification examples include intermediate, intermediate technical, or junior public certificates. Voluntary selection committees will be formed, when possible, from chamber of commerce officials and Returned Soldiers to assist flying squads.

Chamber of Commerce Sol

Detachment 4A travels through Western Australia with Flying Officer White

Details of officers in charge, towns to be visited and dates of arrival for travelling detachments list WA locations. Flying Officer H. A. White leads Detachment 4A with visits to York on July 13 Bunbury July 21 Collie July 28 Katanning August 2 and Albany August 7.

Diers H. A. White York Bunbury Collie Katanning Albany

Income tax instalments for employees under 1939 Acts

The Commissioner of Taxation announces that the Income Tax Assessment Act 1937 and the Income Tax Rates for Deduction Act 1939 set a system for deducting income tax from salaries. Employers must deduct at specified rates from wages, or use stamps or remittance by wage sheets for permanent staff above a threshold. Exemption certificates may stop deductions. employees should apply if not liable.

Commissioner of Taxation M. AL. Mears Taxation Department Imeanicetas

Where to Stay HOTEL AUSTRALIA Perth Central

Hotel Australia in Perth offers central access near the G P O and Railway Station. Rooms promise heat and comfort with tariffs including weekly rates. Personal contact listed as Dr Frank Guilfoyle.

G.P.O Frank Guilfoyle Tae

Delivery at Dunkirk Tells Of Cargo Steamer Captain

British cargo steamer captain replenished oil bunkers on arrival at Dunkirk after owners asked for sailing time. Local agent wired the telegram noting Captain Browm sailed at 5:44 PM, well oiled. Glasgow Bulletin Scotland.

Dunkirk

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