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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 21, 1944

Page

4

Local Lodge Meeting Notes July Fortnight Report

A readerable fragment recounts an U.A.C.D. lodge meeting at Ammildnee Hall on Monday July 10 with strong member turnout and lively plans. Officers praised, secretary position vacant for years, and upcoming talk by Bro. Charles Henry plus possible Rev. Dr. Jack Cutmore visit. Next gathering set for Monday July 24.

Ammildnee Pyro Cliff Holden Les Reidy Bac Charles Tlenry Roicey Jack Cutmore

Postal Rates and Special Delivery Terms Updated

Postal information lists late fees, express delivery fees, and rate schedules for letters, cards, printed matter, air mail, and parcels within the Commonwealth, including special rates for soldiers and distant destinations. It details weights, distances, and specific charges, with many obsolete currency forms and regional references.

Hoss G.P.O P.O Commonwealth British Empire Ebrides Banks Torres Islands Erston Irish Empire New Hebrides

Pemberton Notes On Police Court Proceedings

Oprotention highlights a June 22 Police Court day for Pemberton with Kenneth William Freemantle George Grayson and Ghiserpe Bento Baldesseri. The trio faced 25 charges total for theft and unlawful on premises with multiple sentences including three months concurrent for each stealing charge and one month extra for a further theft. Baldesseri received two additional charges with similar concurrent terms. All defendants were represented by Mr P L A Ewing of Bridgetown.

Elday Pemberton Tipenrea Kenneth William Freemantle George Grayson Ghiserpe Bento Baldesseri Taerd Freemantle Graswon Rentita- Han Baldesseri Thin Imix Coure PL A. Ewing Mridgetown

Farewell Evening Honors Thomson Family in Pemberton

A farewell gathering near 100 couples concluded with dancing and tributes to Mr. Thomson and his family as they leave Pemberton. Speakers including Mr Todd and Mr Billy Thomson recalled early days and valued business ties. A £240 cheque was presented as a token of esteem amid fond memories and singing of Auld Lang Syne.

Bob Chisdrien Todd Ciamans Thomson Billy Thomson Pemberton Young Wemberton Tody Mr. Thomson Bimgell Toma Rowberry Donallvou

Death of Herbert B. Perry Pioneer of Pemberton District

The death occurred on Sunday morning of Herbert B. Perry a well known and respected Pemberton resident. He had about two years off work at the mill and sought Perth treatment before an operation last week. His passing will be mourned by a large circle of friends. He leaves a wife and three daughters Mrs Harold Goddard Mrs Gray of Pemberton and Mrs Richards of Northcliffe.

Pemberton Herbert B. Perry Perth Perry Meedames Harold Goddard Chax, Gray Richards Northcliffe

Golf notes from Sunday and Thursday events

The report covers a flag competition won by G Hloor Jr with 40 1 47, followed by a mixed event won by A Evans and Miss Ex Richards 4 13 34. Five ladies entered a stroke competition won by Mel Davis, and Thursday’s ladies highy competition was won by Mr T Evans.

G. Hloor, Jr Canadiens A. Evans Ex Richards Mel Davis T. Gvans

Social and Personal—Church Guild Honored Members

Last Friday four pleasant hours were spent at Mrs Thomson’s home to bid farewell to R Thomson now Jeff Pemberton. The Methodist Church event, hosted by the Church Guild, honored Mrs Johnson for her work with a small token. A gift was also given to Jean and Roy for assisting with the service. Mrs Stanton of Mesredin was presented with a daughter.

Church Services at St. Pauls Bridgetown on Sunday July 23 1994

The Church of England St. Pauls Bridgetown lists services for Sunday July 23 1994 starting with Holy Communion at 8 am, then Sunday School at 9 am, Matins at 12 pm, and Holy Communion at 11 am with a note ofen.

Church OF England ST. Paul's Bridgetown Juy P.u Brensune

Methodist Church Ridge town July 23 1944 schedule

Sunday program for Ridge Town Methodist Church lists services and locations with times. Rev H W Farman leads at Willow Spring Boyne Brook Bridgetown Greenyt he s and Naunop Mill Greenbushes with 1 pm 730 pm 10 30 am and 2 30 pm slots noted for various chapels.

Boyne Brook H.W. Farman Bridgetown I le Rows Naunop Mill Greenbushes

Hatchery plans for trout to reach 1 000 000 fry

A Northcliffe community report details completion of a hatchery and equipment with 500 000 fry capacity and plans for a future 1 000 000 fry facility. It notes strong support from the Fisheries Department, local volunteers, and a push to build a permanent, showplace hatchery site with concrete troughs and durable construction.

Fieberiey Fisheries Department Ili Ite Dia Cave USA Uxbert

Reds win baseball doubleheader led by Mona Kelly strike

In Friday school notes the Reds captained by Mona Kelly defeated Ue Dues with 17 and 13 runs across two innings, total 30 to 2 for the Blur. Basketball saw Vat Hunter and Red captain Betty Morgan lead 10 goal win with Colleen Morrison Betty Martyn and May Cassells scoring.

Feta Reds Mona Kelly Ue Dues Blur Betty Morgan Colleen Morrison Betty Martyn May Cassells

Football match report with a low-scoring first quarter

Sunday at 1 30 pm saw a high drama football clash between Blues and Reds. Hindley Green led the defense with strong work as Patterson Campbell and Owen Pitts featured prominently for the Blues while Red’s Pat Coverley and David Elliot showed goal threat. Final score Blues 4 3 Reds 2 4 with Campbell and Coverley among top vote getters in the Popular Footballer Competition.

Bastian Hedley Fireen Reg Pat Coverley Loverley Tram Pup David Eliott Wanl Tom Everett Derry Pheline Jeff Campbell Reds Hindley Green Bob Hunter Ley Hunter Canthen Petar Carmichael Owen Pitts Jeet Campbell Yole Pat Coberley Angiuiwr Thani

Pemberton Youth Clue Sparks Community Reform

A fragmented item notes a youth initiative in Pemberton aimed at forming a Youth Chikay in the 21st century. It highlights public interest, parental involvement, and welfare concerns, urging full effort to advance gender-inclusive participation and community responsibility.

Pemberton

Funeral notices from Bridgetown and Donnybrook announce tragedies

The funeral of Henry son of Ma and Mr Jack Michael from Boyne Brook occurred in Bridgetown Cemetery with Father Duffy officiating. A Brunswick widow Mrs Bryden died suddenly at Pemberton leaving a husband and one daughter and funeral was at Donnybrook with Rev Lloyd officiating.

Henry Jack Michael Boyne Brook Bridgetown Father Duffy Bridgetown Hospital Wmn

Sullivan 70, Greenbushes miner dies in Bridgetown Hospital

Arthur Louis Sullivan longtime Greenbushes district worker dies at 70 in Bridgetown Hospital on Friday July 7. Born Lilydale Victoria he moved west as a young man and married in Greenbushes 40 years ago, his wife predeceased him. Survived by grown children, two in the services. Funeral held Sunday July 9 at Greenbushes Church of England burial in Greenbushes Cemetery with Rev F C Laws officiating. Pallbearers were A Fulwert J Bhwerk W Taylor and Moira. Arrangements by Wm. Brittain and Son Donnybrook and Banbury.

Greenbushes Arthur Louis Sullivan Bridgetown Mr. Sullivan Lilydale Victoria Cand

Bridgetown Golf Event Clue Results at Fridgetown Links

Stableford results from Saturday afternoon at Fridgetown Golf Links show W Tier posting 25 6/8, J Mirchelt 22 878, St Edwards 40 7/8 with handicap by 4, A MacKing 29 7/8, T Salvaiv 39, T Speen 4 by, with Fristed and Fyliabed noted for entries at Steere Street Bridgstown.

Stableford Fridgetown Efternoon Dons W. Tier J. Mirchelt St. Edwards A. MacKingon T. Salvaiv T. Speen Steere Street Bridgstown

Bridgetown Beats Dinninup in Uneven Sunday Clash

Bridgetown met Dinninup in a lopsided match as Dinninup struggled without a full side, recruiting local help while spectators enjoyed the humor. Referee Barry Briggs controlled play. Bridgetown led with May and Cardinal among standouts as Red Cross proceeds were noted and tea was served.

Bridgetown Dinninup Thrree Barry Briggs Red Cross Dinninop May

Dinninup Scout Meeting Delayed By Weather

fragments describe Dinninup group events with Beatty Gibbs Bros Paulson Smith Daker Ran kine. Lantern Slide Lecture planned Sunday Bridgecs to Mry E Moyes Scouts Pri balingup with two bus escorts. Buses depart 150 pm. No Cubs meeting this weekend due to beourer. Parent Night announced.

Dinninup Beatty Gibbs Bros, Paulson Smith, Daker Rankine Mry E. T. Moyes Om Pribalingup Dar Arcalogast Cave Asvari

Progressive lâƨ Association Pupils for Bridgewater School Playground Equipment

A local association lists proposed playground equipment for Bridgewater State School. The document, fraught with OCR errors, names committee members, funding details, and notes on plans, difficulties, and proposed timelines. It references members Pat Myr G Warburton and others, with unclear dates and specifics due to text distortion.

Two Feature Program Promises Fast Tempo and Romance

The upcoming Bayup tonight presents a two feature program set to a rapid tempo of guns conflict and love. A talented young trio leads with support from noted personalities including John Carradine and Jank Holt in a wis porting caer era.

Wis Porting

Red Cross Notes July Meeting Receipts Report

Receipts acknowledged include multiple donors such as Canon Walmsley R Evang Mrs Cullen and Mr T Palmer totaling £100 4s 2d. Mentioned are tea depot receipts high since December with £67 8s 1d counter and £50 7s Terrors for five brigades averaged about £12 for counter and just under £12 for tearooms. Extra notes cover flower veg fruit marmalade jam and afternoon tea sales amid ration cuts and staff activity. Over 100 members re-enrolled by July 12 as Roll All Drive prep begins. Bridgetown delegates to Perth conference July 25 and 96.

Anon Canon Walmsley R. Evang Wellford A. J. Bourke Tee Depot Bridgetown R. Stevens Perth

Seven Days Leave musical sets fans alight with song and dance

Vic Maturs leads a star-packed cast in REO Radio's Seven Days Leave a romping musical comedy about an American soldier pursuing wealth and a wife amid misadventures. Sparkling numbers swirl with stage, radio bits, and lively dance as previews promise humor and romance.

Vic Reo-Radio Victor Starat Wreddy Martin le Brow

Also Mentioned on This Page

U.A.C.D Hampton Street Theoolway Plackwood Reinch Wntrance Cheerio Pemberton Notes Ridgetown Mr Mack Full Gospel Church Meg Ladhams D. Rosman TROUT Citiper Parents and Citisene’ Association Noo P. Riley State School Henry Michael Rose Ann Bryden Rowe Ann Bryden Tohu Bryden Kirsie Wne Wei Kiruy Bryden Bryden le Kiru Jing Donnybrook Ore, Follman Sydney Dunnybrook William Brittain and Son Donnybrook Cemetery Rev Lloyd Arthur Louis, Sullivan Bridgetown Group Cubs Ubeesea Beourer P. and C. Association Liv Bf Lridgetiwh State School Napier Ty Ali Pat Myr G. Warburton Menemis Mom Hub Red Activitla Boyup Brook North West Rangers North West Bay Lunde Australia Bay For All Nelson Printing Works
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