Balingup Red Cross reports strong yearly progress and thanks
The Balingup Red Cross held its annual meeting on July 3 with Mrs A Wright re elected president and thanks to the secretary treasurer and vice president for their roles. The report covers activities for the year ending June 1947 including fete profits, Ball proceeds, donations to General Funds, British Flood Relief appeal, and aid provided to local schools and clinics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wright
Alderson
Widdup
E. C. Wright
Yall
Mesdames White
A. Scott
Allsopp
Williamson
Sleber O’connor
Jarvis
F. Hanter
Sale
Miss Wright
Red Cross
Collings
A. Wauchope
Mesdames
Bond
Bird
Somerset
CWA
P C Association Plans Xmas Tree for District Children
At the last meeting 23 members attended with four apologies. A district Xmas Tree event is set for the Tuesday before school break up. Funds to support toys were discussed, with Toy Distributors of Perth offering to select age appropriate toys for a fee. Donations of £1 were given by three members to open the fund. A children’s fancy dress ball on August 27 and an adult ball on the th August were proposed. Mrs Williamson will supervise the adult ball supper. Pond Board charge debates will continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesdames Darling
A. Wright
Sadler
O'Connor
Toy Distributors
Perth
Inter School Sports Energised By Picnic Fixtures
Keen interest sweeps Balingup and Kirup pupils as inter school events begin with softball football and hockey in the term. Early cricket losses give way to improving winter sport results. Upcoming matches include a Baliningup Kirup clash and Donnybrook returns with hockey plans facing stick shortages and limited adult cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirup
Greenbushes
Balingup Boys
Balingup
Donnybrook Boys
Donnybrook
Ralingup
Williamson
Walter
Ryan
McDonald
Fitzgerald
Cooper
Brian McDonald
Campbell Williamson
Briggs
Walker
Baruffs
Trotter
K. Ryan
Balingup Hockey Club
Balingup Rifle Club Elects Officers At AGM
The Balingup Rifle Club held its annual general meeting with election of officers led by Patron Mr. E Buckhold and Captain Mr. G E White. W Widdup named vice captain, A G Scott secretary, and committee members A S Wright V Widdup N Scott H Dowrick C House. A social committee was formed and range work nears completion awaiting approval from Perth. The club plans another telescope purchase and voluntary marking with possible paid marking later. Trophy shoots will continue with a similar program to prior years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Widdup
Buckhold
G. E. White
W. Widdup
A. G. Scott
A. 5. Wright
V. Widdup
N. Scott
H. Dowrick
C. House
Stag
Rifle Clubs
Perth
CWA Plans Birthday Party and Community Fundraiser
The CWA notes strong turnout of thirty at the last meeting chaired by Mrs. Blechynden. They approve four bridge tables and card packs, send condolences to Mrs. Whitnish, and schedule a September 18 party in the Hall with songs and gifts. They also plan England parcel drives and a memorial copper kettle gift from Mr. Davidson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CWA
Nannup
Perth
K. Whitnish
England
Blechynden
Egan
Sykes
Davidson
Nal Bridge
Ald
Church of England
Carter
Baskerville
Balingup Girls Basketball Faces Doubtful Friday Match
The Balingup school may not field a basketball team for Friday. Kirup has indicated no basketball side and Greenbushes did not send a team last week. Despite uncertainties, the girls show enthusiasm across football and hockey prospects with town support urged for future recruitment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirup
Balingup
Greenbushes
le Kirup
Courage of Lassie and other canine stars highlighted
The article notes Lassie as Hollywood’s first collie to win major acclaim, travels 10 000 miles for Courage of Lassie, and sparks a rise in collie interest and puppy demand. It also mentions The Went to the Races and other items including local notes on residents, injuries, and social events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lassie
Strongheart
Rin-Tin-Tin
Peter the Great
Hollywood
Washington
Americ
Humana
New Jersey
Also Mentioned on This Page
Balingup News
Balingup Red Cross
Baling Up Red Cross
Aon Wright
P. & C. Association
Mesdames A
Wauchope
Collins
Pond Board
Tug Wilson
Mullalyup
Balingup Railway Station
Baling
Jack Coleman
Kirup Fotel
Dick Warrick
Kalgoorlie
Mt. Magnet
Balingup Rifle Club
C.W.A
Greenbushes Talkies
James Craig
Francis Gifford
Craig
Land
Frances
Edgecombe
Bridge Town Hospital
Stan
Graham
Centrals
George Hotel
Cottesloe
W. Brookes
Miss M. Brookes
Mr. W. Graham
Nsw
Jack Long
Mrs. Long
Mrs. Beer
Des
Bunbury
DOVE
Mac
E. McCaul
Greenbushes Parish
H. C. Lawson
Stan Harrison
Bridgetown
RTC
Greenbushes Cinema Presents
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Presents
Elizabeth Taylor
Frank Morgan
Don Drake
Frances Gifford
Newton's Garage
Chevrolet, Pontiac and
Buick Sales and Service
G. M. H. Service
Oxy
Palatine Insurance & A. M. P. Insurance
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