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Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 11, 1940

Page

4

Motion to permit burning of logs in burnt areas during closed period

At the South West Road Board Conference in Bridge Town Mr W Commer urged allowing settlers to burn logs in areas burnt within two months before the closed season, with Lands Department approval. Others warned of risks and enforcement difficulties, while some supported restrictions or inspector oversight. The motion failed amid concerns of trouble and safety for neighbouring lands.

W. Commer Manjimup Doust Ain EE Presse, Mlc Giblert Starrymare

Warren Collage Hockey Triumph and Local Ad Farewell

A jumbled report details Warren team hockey action with Me NewQoul and Deammith players scoring and shifting lines. Agnes Hatchison is noted for goals, while Tevar Richards and Pemberton contribute in forward plays as the crowd and paper promote advertising and outreach for future sales.

Pettun Warren Wolashee Sturine Agnes Hatchvision Deammith McMacArthur Warren Torr Dawuill Farvearde Ani Agnes Hatchison Tear Richards Pemberton Nlaver Beatty

NANNAP MURDER Ruling in Criminal Court

In the Criminal Court on Wednesday last Justice Dwyer declared the death sentence for Ronald George France aged 19, a farmer from Carlotta Brook Trembling. The black cap was placed on the judge’s wig as the amutence of death was pronounced.

Justice Dwyer Ronald George France Carlotta Brook

Right Man for Recruiting

Article outlines wartime recruitment leadership, detailing Brigadier General Lloyd and the Royal Australian Field Artillery dispatch, plus a parallel case of Ronald France convicted of murder in a separate trial. It covers military honors, dispatch mentions, and legal proceedings with judge remarks on crime and punishment.

Llovd Lloyd Royal Australian Field Artillery Sring Parte ALP Gallipoli France Bel Pam Give ILS Laurence Buea Nayesi G. B. D'Arcy S. Howard Bath LT Prance Naummp Buz ‘Za Prance Buzza Connstable Albert Edward France Nannup A. J. Blight Ronald France McKensie Mr. Dawy Senet Tueza Justice Dwyer Ronald George France

Golf Championship At Boyup Brook In Turbulent Conditions

The Boyup Brook course hosted the Blackwood District Golf Association Men’s Poupsomes Championship on July 7 amid unsettled weather. E Hester and H Armstrong of Bridgetown won the main event with 164, edging M Scott and S Shenton, also from Bridgetown, on 166. G Waebt and F Winter of Boyup Brook followed with 178. Sid Moore and Bran Simpson of Boyup Brook won the morning handicap, 82, while M Scott and S Vin of MSs Shenton claimed the afternoon title with 170 in tough conditions. The day closed with a reception. Mr J Simpson welcomed guests and Mr Roberts presented trophies, praising local organizers.

Boyup Brook Sune Biackwood District Gulf Association E. Hester H. Armstrong Bridgetown M. Scott Sid Moore Bran Simpson Scott S. Vin the Shenton Boyup Brook Club J. Simpson Roberts B.D.G.A Simpson Bovis Club COLG C.V White Eagle Serbia Lloyd Don Blackwood District Golf Association Asm Lloyd's Brigade ALF AJP Army Australia Stall College Quetta India Wn Ure Frome Australi Cvd Henne People of TW Lloyd. BR Ds.c

Diphtheria Immunisation Efforts At Manjimup

Manjimup Local Health Authority coordinated diphtheria inoculation for about 212 children on the initial day with sessions across four days. Transport from outlying areas aided by Mr Smith and Mr Cawen, school teachers assisting with records, and staff overseeing repeated follow ups for second doses.

Manjimup Onder 1. Smith Icteiet Dee Williams Phe Tae MTF J Smith SF Cawen Chealehs

Manjimup Rifle Rise Holds New Members At Meet

Sunday’s event at the Manjimup rifle rise drew a large turnout with 32 eligible new members. The captain and committee express gratification at the growing intake, noting only one burst was handled and future shoots will expand. The next shoot is set for July 21 with drill instruction on that day. Seven new members are needed for marking rifle and drill duties during the war period.

Reyery

Extension of burning policy discussed by Fish and Game Society

The Fish and Game Society debated extending burning restrictions at a Wesp Road meeting. Observers outlined reactions from Serpentine representatives about timing, while the department pushed fire hazard controls and proposed monitoring methods. The Pembertati branch reported a strong hatchery program with 100,000 Hobart ova plus local supplies, successes in initial fertilization, and plans to use stream cages for rearing, with McCallum Smith Memorial Ponds planned to hold thousands.

Pembertati Wink and Game Society Basaga Eason Hobart Troun Ford McCallum Smith Sunita

New A L S Stud 100 Buys Pedigreed Cattle Lineup

The report details Mr O'Connor purchasing five high quality dairy cows from Leyland stock and Capel lineage. Four cows Capel Fairy Capel Model 4th Capel Model ind and Capel Daphne were bred by Mr Prowse. Mystra and Wawarra Sherhwr were also part of the purchase. Mr O'Connor is pleased with acquisitions and the future breeding potential.

Wawarra Sherhwr O'Crnar Boeup Brook Ocihr Bert Rmulies Nic Prowse Leylands Prows Leyland Grenkinwestd O'Connor

Woman Missing Found After Weekend Bush Walk

Mrs Lullor wife of a Garletta Brook settler was reported missing in the Nanmup district. Search parties organized by local police located the woman near the bush line after she had spent a night in a hollow, but she suffered no ill effects and intended to return home.

Mlarmo Nanmup Lullor Garletta Brook Bullock

Trout Ponds Improvement At Pewberton Branch

The Pewberton branch of the Fish and Game Society reports big improvements in their temporary trout ponds this season. The secretary notes trout began their run on June 21 and the first milking occurred last Sunday, with ongoing concerns about a court case pending over abusive language between two relatives at the Pemberton golf course.

Pewberton Fish and Game Socety Pemberton Ali Jy

England Fights For Fire of Australia In Aid Speech

A rallying call recalls England's duty to aid Australia amid crisis or conflict as public figures urge action and resolve. The message frames support as essential for the broader war effort and shared resilience.

England Australia

Wedding Bells at St Andrews Church in Greenbushes

Meg Dunnet and Elizabeth Thomson served as bridesmaids as a ceremony at St Andrews Church, George's Terrace. The bride, Miss Dunnet, wore black French gear with white taffeta and silver embroidery, while the groom was Mr Fred Thomson. The couple hosted about 30 guests at a dinner at the Adelphi Hotel.

Susses Meg Dunner Eizabeth Thomson St. Andrew's Church Oll George's Terrace John Thomson Fred Thomson Dunnet Dop Dunnet Dut Guy Thomnet Tanjaneruph David Dunnet Mia Jong Grace Doinrter Adelphi Hotel

Prent Advertising Advice for Your Local Business

A concise guidance piece urges readers to publicize their business via Prent, emphasizing clear, practical promotion. It notes practical, sensible messaging to attract customers and build steady visibility in the market.

Fragmented OCR note on fortifications and trials near Praha

An incoherent OCR fragment mentions altars fortification and a haven with botehury bait Deon, Praha Liye, and a dead Slime die hint. It references arson, traps with bonds, and various names and place markers but lacks a coherent narrative or clear events.

Pyperman Hallarat

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