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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 15, 1948
Page
4
Ideal weather drew a large crowd as Centrals claimed a 10 goal victory over Rovers in a match that extended Centrals' winning run to eleven. May returned to action for Rovers. Scouler left the field late and was replaced by Scott.
Centrals outgunned Rovers 20 goals 1 point to 12 goals 9 points as Glennie dominates with 10 goals. Thorley and W. Carter add key scores for Centrals while Lewis leads Rovers with six majors. Best for Centrals include Glennie Jones Lindsay and W Allen. for Rovers Waller Garrett Long and Gibson stand out.
Centrals 12 7 defeated Rovers 2 2 at Green bushes last Sunday. Rovers' McCay injured his right foot requiring treatment during the match.
At the July Bridgetown Hospital Board meeting a former inmate presented a gift of £3 4s 0d to express gratitude for the attention and care received during residency.
Following are additional donations to the Infant Health Centre Car fund. Contributions support transport for patients and outreach services across the region. Support from local benevolents and organizations strengthens access to care for families in need.
On Sunday Bridgetown club held a ten shot practice at 00 yards. Top scores were J. Chevis 45 and K. Shepherd 45, with L. Reid 44 and B. Hubery 44 close behind. Other scores included L. Lowe 42 M. Paget 41 J. Archer 40 G. Foster 40 F. Tate 40 B. Beard 40 and R. Copley 43. Next Sunday a spoon shoot on the 500 and 600 yard ranges is planned.
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