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Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jun 18, 1943

Page

2

Helena Vale meeting at headquarters prompts form guide and signals

The Helena Vale meeting at headquarters features seven events with top Stars' gellopers in key engagements. Main races include the 1 furlongs Helena Vale Handicap with Ragtime and Yamanagh as strong claims, and the Maidens, Purse events, and Midland Trial with Monsen or Jully Romanette likely contenders. A separate report notes workers aged 60 to 100 in farms facing long hours, with talks on recognizing dairy industry labor and a Women's Land Army auxiliary.

Helena Vale Sixt Monsen Jully Romanette Gothic Art Ninigo Molly Reilly Skyro Sir Agrion Alorna Pantive

Prices ceiling talk and Prof Copland noted as originator

The discussion on a four percent profit ceiling centers on Professor Copland and the Prices Commissioner's role. The Sydney Herald credited Copland as the brain behind the plan, while public scrutiny remains as ministers and administration face questions about delegation and rigidity in price control. Prime Minister Curtin denied a four percent profit limit, yet complaints persist about the policy and its administration.

Sydney "Herald Copland The Economic Society Curtin

Helena Vale Maiden Handicap Selections

MAMUA Chameleon and Lamplighter top Helena Vale Maiden Handicap selections. Other noted picks include Ninigo Repel, Purse, Jolly Rip, Silvarra, Midland Ti in the trial and welter races with Gold Jay Crane Knight Helena Vale Hanes Molly Reilly among entries.

Mathos Cisternos Starling Maddington China Town Harvey Las Jolly Rip Mamua Cotswoldee Lady Lorri Rionville sAyrboy Toreine Apace Kurgy Prochalte Oakboy Mery Gem A Oredanus Merry Gem Grand Knight Lord Harvey Silvarra Easonia Island Monarch Veracity Piccadilly Lass Yedrion Anatol Enchanter St. Peter Inchaki Yamanagh Pantive Bravilo Knight Portract Euro Eridan Breeders Agrion Partive Molly Reilly Nina Gothic Art Sanovan Daylight Charm Gold Starry Rags Sumwood Tresigue Ninigo Balquidda Slumber Plame Nodire Jolly Rip Guildford Welter Mycy Atoria Helena Vale Chameleon Plume Jolly Rip

Australia Faces War Strain and Food Dilemmas at Home

A wartime letter argues the invasion danger has passed but stresses neglect of farming. It calls for releasing farmers into production, boosting wheat and dairy, and notes butter rationing masks declining output. It criticizes political bickering and praises production over large armies while referencing conscription and party conflicts.

Curtin Australia Britain Poli Lichins British Empire Menaics Coles Wilson

No Wishbone in Chicken Says Contented Dinner

Quip notes a chicken's contented life, implying no wishbone was needed. The exchange, framed as a humorous line, hints at satisfaction in a simple meal without the bone.

Australia's postwar problems and the path forward

Frederick Birks of Sydney argues in The Rotarian that postwar Australia faces choices about repurposing wartime industries, expanding domestic production, and shaping immigration and tariffs. He warns issues include preserving plant capacity, self sufficiency in seeds and sugar, and aligning policies with postwar ideals.

Post-War Monetary Talks End With Australia

Washington reports that current negotiations with Australia on a world currency scheme are finished for now. The Commonwealth will wait for a more concrete proposal before ceding control of its exchange rate. Sir Kingsley Wood in London stresses that any scheme must serve international trade and be grounded in policy sanity, knowledge, tolerance, and administration.

Washington Australia Commonwealth London Kingsley Wood

Making His Contribution Seance Investigation Report

Investigators inspected a seance room and the medium before the gathering. With Cregeen ten yards from the table the apparatus moved to the sitters indicated and was later lifted from the floor. Sitters pressed to force it down but failed. The table descended of its own accord.

Thes Cregeen

Britain can feed itself says Colonel Pollitt

Colonel Pollitt argues in the Farmer and Stock Breeder that Britain can go without certain foods like carrots if necessary. He compares resilience to a camel surviving long treks and insists the nation should prepare to self sustain despite shortages.

Britain Pollitt England

The Last Enemy Author Describes War Battlefield Fear

A publication recounts the author of The Last Enemy writing about war from the air after being shot down. He recalls fear and a moment of curiosity before the flames, noting a lawyer’s calm amid danger.

Market Place Adverts Invite Listings Across 27 Papers

Readers are urged to place ads for selling goods or services in the Market Place section. Instructions cover describing items, pricing, conditions, and how to apply. The notice lists 27 newspapers where ads may appear and notes careful reading of ads to find desired items.

Gith Swm United Prom Best Third Inc Shore Seton Legth Gore Trno Sinplay Sri Tivaya Bey Chenoa Coure Eastern Recorder Ketterberring Toodyay Berald Bridgetown Advocate Briaexoma Manjimup Mail Northern Grazier & Miner Leoosra Avon Argus Conderding Mullewa Mail & Magnet Mersws Wongan-Ballida Perenjori Pioneer Boyup Brook Bulletin

Wanted to Buy Cars Trucks and Tractors for Wrecking

Northam Motor Wreckers offers cash for all kinds of vehicles including cars trucks and tractors in any condition. Highest prices paid and immediate payment. Contact Alex Harr proprietor at 187 and 258 Pitegerald Street Northam or phone 141 P.O. Box 2.

Northam Motor Wreckers Alex. Harr Pitegeraldst Northam P.O

Vacant land aid program eyed for Parkerville 6 acres

United Press reports a plan to assist building on a six acre vacant parcel in Parkerville contingent on AP approval. Details indicate potential construction support and funding channels as of late May.

Parkerville United Press

Situation Wanted for Shwarere Regiity Sheds

Job seekers advertise two sheds for sale from July to August. They seek reliable, skilled workers with good plans and shaving abilities. Applicants should be in or near Kalannie Pithata and nearby districts. Apply by one day work.

Tito

For Sale 1944 Christmas Gift Calendars and Jersey Calves

For sale details list 1944 Christmas gift calendars from Adser finity Services with unclear postal routing. Also advertised are purebred Jersey bull calves, July availability, and other farm items including NAVEL ORANGES and orchard goods from J. Carson Fairheld Orchard, Gosnells.

Chile Meg M. A. Crue Murra Muetra Jersey Stud Loder Duns Ly Freigh J. Carson Fairheld Gosnells

Mount Barker Co-operative Ltd Alters Apple and Pear Prices

The Mount Barker Co-operative Ltd announces price alterations for apples and pears effective Wednesday May 12 1943. The notice specifies terms for carriage with orders and freight for unattended sidings.

Mount Barker Co-Operative Ltd Wednesdy Yates Yatan

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