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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 27, 1939

Page

8

Bridgetown Hospital Board Reports Year Ends June 30 1930

The Bridgetown Hospital Board held its annual meeting to review the year ending June 30 1930. The report notes 378 admissions and 5400 patient days, 683 outpatient attendances, fees totaling 1390 pounds, and financing from patient fees government subsidy and National Hospital Fund grants. Expansion plans include a new maternity wing, staff housing, dining room, and hot water system with an estimated 5000 pounds cost. The project seeks 1800 pounds local loan, with Manchester Unity and other groups aiding funding. The Ladies Auxiliary provided substantial support and the board thanked staff and volunteers for a strenuous year.

Anna General Merchants and Commission Paterson and Co. Ltd Elder Smith and Co. Ltd International Harvestre Co Bridgetown Manchester Odges National Hospital Fund Messrs. A. A Wa Road Board Slessrs W. Panton C -V Draper A. F Eider Duncan W. P- Scott RS Torer L. Carroll R- E. Dowst N. Davies S. C. Rose Ladies’ Hospital J. Johnstone

Bridge Evening at Mullalyup Funds Drive

A bridge and dance evening was held at Mullalyup Hall by Aira A E Draper to aid Kirup Sub-branch RSL funds. Attendance, though down, enjoyed dancing, bridge and supper provided by local ladies. Cayton won the bridge, with Wo Goddard and P J Smith close behind.

Aira A. E- Draper Mullalyup Kirup RSL Cayton Wo, Goddard P. J. Smith

It Looks Good It Is Good It Looks Good It Is Good

A fragmented ad copy describes a children's party dessert using Whole Wheat Biscuits with a fruit filling and a light syrup. It mentions vanilla, chopped motifs, and decorating a simple loop with sugared coloring for a nostalgic, old fashioned treat.

Golf Club Championship Qualifying Round at Halingup

There was a strong entry in the first qualifying round of the club championship at Halingup limka last Saturday. The 36 hole stroke play tests produced many creditable scores with Philipps leading both sections on 718.63, six strokes ahead of the next best handicap score, while EB Hawter had 78 off the stick and qualified high in the list. The final round is due this Saturday. The club continues to benefit from funds raised at bridge evenings and chair purchases for the clubhouse, supported by the ladies.

Philipps Iim EB. Hawter Ralingup Club

Obituary notices from Nannon area recount two deaths

The notices report the sudden death of Mr RR Graham at his home in Nannon after a fall and injury, noting his weight and years on the farm. Also recorded is the death of Mrs Mare Jane Tobin of Pemberton at 69, with a Requiem Mass at St Mary’s and burial in the Roman Catholic section of Kar rakatts cemetery.

WWE RR Graham Tim Hack Maet J. Tobin Mare Jane Tobi Pemberton Mre Wein St Mary's Nay Karrakatts Afteshoon

Balingup Edges Rovers In Controversial Football Finish

Balingup hosted Rovers as a heavy ground and strong play dominated to three quarters. A dispute over goals at the end left the central umpire with a decision that could go to the association committees. Final tallies show Balingup 60 to Rovers 38 after a disputed close.

Balingup Rovers Meadernus Pre Rovers

Manjimup Police Court hears case of drink driving

In Manjimup Police Court on Thursday Charles Hunt faced a charge of driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Evidence showed a vehicle crashed into a cow yard, injuring property, while the driver appeared unfit to drive. Trial described officers’ and witnesses’ accounts with detailed involvement of the traffic inspector and prosecutor.

Ant Manji Up Wallwork S.a Charles Hunt C. Ast. Tey Williams Trafic Authority Manjimup Road Board EL. Seymour Robert Mc Bell Plunkett Street Seiuce Cowan J. Cowan Pemberton A. Dean J Hughesite Pember Tum Seymour Wil Nest B. McGeary Bel Bell Bell's Gate Hughes Win Dick Askiew Keily McGeary Slefendant Con Hotel Lonard W. Law Hughey Yaeage Efennlanc van Hie Oy Ho Mackenzie Weber Seymour Iapon McGeary Wwe Constable MeGeary Sali Shuldlers Mhsarwen Ray bin

Wardens Court Here and There Mining Water Rights Action

In Bridgetown Wardens Court applications for mining water rights and amalgamation were heard. Voleur Miners Ltd sought amalgamation of mineral claims Nas 65-0.25 and Nas 65-0. None were granted after recommendations.

Wallwork Bridgetawen Elas Olines Hl Voleur NASA Miniral al AZ Wens

Visiting Ministers Gauge Nannup and Wanderers in Weather affected Match

The Nannup and Wanderers clash faced disrupted play as weather hampered the tempo. Visiting ministers led by Mengies evaluated the region and players, with Wakefield and Brock notable in defense. Final score Nannup 3 goals 6 behinds, Wanderers 2 goals 2 behinds.

Larabie Navini Brook Rannup Nannie Wakefield Tanty Neilson Nannup Wanderers Behiel Hellhes Nannmp Wba G Waktison J. Brockman Managwil Sanny Henderson Anit Rick Ammiiie Stewart Ahearn Whey BR Wakefhuld Nanna Aguas Wayillerers Pitts Naynup- D. Trackman Doan Ane Go Witdisan Wate Teres Wickham Withers Ly Spitz

Fifteen Fined by Puller Court at Suojimay Hearing

In a Thursday session at Suojimay Puller Court, fifteen wireless receiver owners were fined on charges related to tax avoidance and possession. Officials led by Government aide Inspector Mr Ro Anthony announced penalties. several defendants faced fines and costs, with names including Henry, Kainiinn, and Pemberton among those listed. The case reflects enforcement actions against contraband or improperly taxed devices.

Manjiuup WT. Wallen Suojimay Puller Court Ice Wireless Mets Ro Anthony Adie Vore Henry Bervbertens Fulifé bPemberton Todd Mpemberton AG Hale Pemberton the Norman Chinnery

Manomay Police Court hears wage act case

At Manomay Police Court on July 20 before Mr AYP Wit work, two workers were charged with paying a junior employee less than the prescribed wage. The inspector testified the award applied to country districts and had been paid since the deficiency was found. A nominal fine of 10 with costs was imposed.

Manomay Uy Turehiv Ayp Wit Work Lean Huetman

Australians seek stronger safe road measures and trade boost

A discussion with Senator McBride and the Department of Commerce official Mr A Tortkin emphasized new trade opportunities for the South-West and broader export advantages. The group urged early Commonwealth appointments to empower trade commissioners to exploit Roland sources of demand and reassure farmers about new market access.

McBride A. Tortkin Conmere Hay Commonwealth

Nunup Brook Triumph Over Jarrahwood In Close Bout

In Sunday Australian rules clash Nunup Brook defeated Jarrahwood 172 to 40 in a high scoring encounter. Roy Sexton led Nunup Brook with multiple goals and Be Mowday also contributed, while Jarrahwood had late surge efforts but fell short.

Frank Ben Brook Roy Sexton Tim Hrswki Nannup Prook Jarrahwood Vite Marrigon Eh McTinal Af We Sax Neibory

Golden Wedding Celebration for Mr and Mrs G W Hester

Mr and Mrs G W Hester celebrated their golden wedding at Fort Belvedere in Bridgetown after marrying at St. Matthew's Church Guildford on July 17 1889. A cocktail party honored them with a loyal toast and tributes from friends and family.

Hir Fort Belvedere Bridgetown W. Hester St. Matthew's Church Guildford PA. Ewing Mester Hester Ewing Carey Faughter Mie Colehadeh B. Hester RS Wester Ales Gi Mester Bunbury Knight Hal Colebatch Colebatch Archie Burt Nrunstick H. M. Dalas B.A P. Egerton Warburton G Egerton Warburton Sparks J. Taghs Stravid Irs O'Lagshaw T. Wheaeley Maud Dempster Greenhills Perth Wheetley Wes BE Abou Ree EO Strivnell VR. Tohnemm RG Willams Ho Mund Whottell Sania Ant Mist Stanley tCilebateh Northam Mir Poink $Willmort J Wilmmott Heever Seston AM Ss. G. HL Hester

Tobacco Conference Minutes Reach Western Australia

A confidential tobacco investigation conference continued on Thursday and Friday in Manjinusp with Dr B Dickson presiding. Delegates included L St J Jones and Cass Smith, plus tobacco officers from NSW Queensland Tasmania Victoria and Western Australia. Western Australia secretary RP Crowe thanked Dr Dickson for help securing an $8 000 000 five year grant and criticized the allocation as diminishing while the proposed 24 per cent average price for all marketable leaf drew opposition from Easter State officers. Delegates departed Perth Saturday morning.

Perth Ubacco Manjinusp B. Dickson Council of Scientific and Industrial Research L. St. J. Jones Western Austali Cass Smith Western Australia C. J. Tregenna Nsw LFP Psm Crowe Dr Dickson Toacco Flelevation

Daly's Party 70 Visit Maid to Performed Again

The Metronist Church Committee hosts a repeat event by Perth Community Players with Paul Daly leading the program. Caele Paul conducts the concert on Thursday August 10 with Robert Roberts Jenmedion Huszhve D'Raine Dot D'Raine I pianist May Webster. Tickets on sale at Gilbert's.

Metronist Church Afi Maninere Spe Perth Fert Manji Caele Paul Paul Daly Robert Roberts Jenmedion Huszh D'Raine

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E. Green H. E. Lindsay, & CO Bridgetown Hospital Bridgetown Hospital Board W. R. Panton Public Works Department Hospiti Board Cubilic Alatron Cooper Atamen Onerex Lowe Lopae Baalingur Kellogg's Whale Tever Caba Cuba Gamlit ELE Lindsay & Co Alingup Ealingup Golf Club Balingup V. Rovers Police Court Nelle Jem Nothley Mengies Mi Sim Hrutimne Manjimup Jarrar G. W. Bester Hope Bampton Raysidh Scott Alan Marshal Universal West Baling UP Attactions Greenbushes Bridgetowns F. A. Park Mencarrow and Willams Batavia Insurance Co Fteverd Greenbushes Hk. v. General H. Briggs Lteel Oil Co Goldswough Mort Queensland Insurance National Mutual Insurance Tobacco Investigation Paul Dalys
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