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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1942
Page
1
Visiting soldiers were treated to a lively program organized by the Soldiers Welfare Committee. Er Thueh and local volunteers arranged entertainment including a variety show with acts, songs, and a comedy skit that delighted the attendees at the convent hall, followed by musical numbers and humor that kept the audience amused throughout the evening.
A damaged notice describes a wartime charity entertainment featuring Ming Le Vowins de Teulon Te Beane and local volunteers. The event, organized by the Welfare Committee, aims to entertain visiting troops and raise funds. The piece praises cooperation from individuals and organizations and notes a crowded venue with enthusiastic encores.
Admission prices listed include 6d 3s 6d and 2s 6d for a grand Red Cross Ball with good orchestra and excellent supper at the town hall in Bridgetown on Friday July 1.
Notice seeks a 140 reward for 15 head of Shorthorn heifers aged 12 to 36 months branded 22Y and a hole in each ear, mostly red with one roan. Information to the office or phone 198, Bridgetown. Also for sale a wheelbarrow suitable for shifting fruit, cheap. Apply this notice.
Vike Amer Tca Masemurst HLA ALF spent the weekend in Bridgetown with his wife and family. Sister Kats and helpers gave generous support for a community concert at the Letina Hunt. Residents of the Battin cup district appreciated the supper for the children before their long drive home.
A critique argues Labour should endorse a Labour candidate to test policy and calls for voters to exercise parliamentary rights. It warns that abstaining risks apathy, autocracy, and the loss of democracy as World War II era fears color the appeal to register and vote against neglect. It notes 20 000 of 28 000 did not register in Western Australia and urges action.
The Bridgetown Advocate critiques voter apathy after a by election in the Lexi Vive Crowell seat. Only about 8,000 of 28,000 on the roll voted, with just over 4,000 choosing the elected member after preferences. Calls rise for compulsory voting or penalties to awaken civic engagement and preserve democracy.
News notes announce a Red Cross Ball in Bridgetown Town Hall on Friday July 31 with an excellent orchestra and carnival entertainment. A Grand Carnival and Confetti Dance is planned for Friday August 14 by the TC Committee, promising wholesome fun, good music, and novelties with proceeds aiding the Hel Cors Bo oty. Wardens and Civil Defence updates follow with dress code, household registers, lighting regulations, and a call for volunteers at the Monday meeting.
Bridgetown girls prove superior in a Sunday match, winning 4 to Jardee. Officials note council work and fish stocking efforts. Pemberton and Pem. berton representatives present discuss stocking waters statewide and seek support this year.
Mathew Frederick Moulton died at Boyuprok Hospital on Thursday July 2 aged about seventy. He leaves a wife and children Cecil (deceased) Ernie Whip Oxcar Guy Lew and others. Funeral held at Tudgetown on Saturday with burial in Bridgetown Church of England Cemetery. Rev Ivan Cardell-Oliver officiated. Floral tributes list shown. arrangements by Wra Moyes and Son.
Father Valentine invites menouncs to reach him at Bridgetown 241 AL W Valentine for contact or assistance.
Wartime restrictions on telephone installations mean clients must call Bridgetown 85 before 8 a.m. or after 6 p.m. daily to arrange appointments at the Next Britannia Cafe on Steere Street Bridgetown.
In loving memory of Coin Beaton youngest son of Mrs Beaton and the late W J Beaton of Gambier reported missing from Malaya June 20 1942. Loved nephew of Mrs C McElhone Manjimup. Poignant lines recall a brave lad in wartime service as family honors his sacrifice and unity with those left behind.
Players train intensely for upcoming match against Baling with coach Paddy Lynch driving improvement since last game versus Manjimup. Strong focus on tactics and speed as season advances.
The Trout Society held an official afternoon tea after the McCallum Smith Memorial Ponds opening. A. J. Kelly outlined society aims, praising support from the Government of the Fish and Game Council and local suppliers while detailing a multi year plan to breed mature trout, harvest fry, and build a self sustaining stock for future supply and release.
A scanned notice explains a revised coupon scale for infant and women's clothing. It details shirt and top classifications, separates, and jackets or capes with new coupon values, and notes summer ensembles may now sell for fewer coupons. It also lists fabric types like black serge and denim under updated industrial ratings.
The Minister for Commerce Mrs Beylly today dismissed Melbourne rumors of butter shortages and government action. She said Victoria receives adequate supplies, other states face no government consideration of price controls, and favorable rains could boost production. She warned of potential rationing and export pressures if shortages persist.
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