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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1944
Page
1
Five roomed house and vestibule with fences in place on Jephson Street Greenbushes to be sold by tender Lebanon details call for removal of premises. Tender closes Saturday July 1. Admission to event for spectators listed with prices for gents and ladies.
A column warns that wartime powers and censorship abuses threaten personal liberty and democratic norms. It cites searches by Taxation and Police departments, coercive prosecutions, and magistrates yielding to government pressure, urging vigilance to preserve British justice and limits on state power.
Copy should reach the printer as early as possible with a latest deadline of Thursday 10 pm. If not received, publication may be deferred. Clubs and societies are asked to appoint a press correspondent to provide regular reports and social notes, weddings, and other functions. Readers are urged to cooperate to keep local news before readers.
A lively Sunday match at Bridgetown Show Grounds drew a fair crowd as Bridgetown outpaced Bal ingup after a tight first three quarters. Final score shows Bridgetown 10 goals 11 behinds to Bal ingup 4 goals. Best for Bridgetown were Smith Sttridge May Armstrong O Neil Crowley with four goals for Crowley. Bal ingup standout were L Hailey Patterson Dearle McDonald and Yates. Proceeds from the game and a dance at Bridgetown Town Hall go to Red Cross and Merchant Seamen funds. Proceeds from Sunday’s event will support charity.
Hockey update notes no game at Bridge Town Sunday due to Jardee not fielding a team. Bridgetown will host Deanmill at the Heal Recreation Ground on Sunday.
An improved Bridgetown course featured greens heavily renovated and fairways at their best. Veteran player W Toyer returned to form winning the Stableford event with four strokes under his handicap. Other cards included R Edwardse 74 and S Wheatley 47, with details listed for multiple players. Tomorrow’s competition was scheduled.
Boy Scouts prepare for a Community Concert at the Repertry Playbox Theatre on June 30 with a 8 p.m. start. Tickets 1 shilling and a plate. Pop Henderson promises a lively show. Headquarters says any Scout gear ordered will be shipped as soon as it arrives from the Eastern States. There was little first grade football at the Showgrounds last Saturday but several women showed promise for the August Perth match. First Aid exams planned for end of July. Deoust Moore Al Alaghes and Vo Tlelmes earned second class badges. Cubs gathered well last Saturday. On June 24 Cubs meet at LAO jam sharp and hike weather permitting, bring a bit of lone.
Cpl Jack Rankine on leave from New Guinea visits his aunt at Green bushes Miss Stella Lake plans a city business trip and closes Saloy from July 1 to 17 Mr A Rourke reports recovery after losing the top of a finger in an accident at the Dehydration plant A Repertory Club concert Monday night promises good entertainment with Pop Henderson in charge Remember to bring ald books and minigazines for Merchant Seamen attendance.
William Atkinson, longtime horticultural lover and gladiolus specialist in the Temberton area, died suddenly at his camp. He sent bulbs to the Eastern States and cultivated what was said to be the district’s most beautiful garden. His memory is to be honored in Pemberton Cemetery.
Private Alvin Bailey and Private Theron Bailey, once stationed in Italy with a Women's Army Contingent, meet in Naples. They recall arriving together in San Francisco and later being sworn in the same day. They share a long look, hold hands, and introduce Theron to Alvin's mother, Mrs Theresa Bailey.
Australians urged to aid wartime effort by emulating Russia's victory gardens. The piece notes extensive government mobilization, increased home agriculture, and collective plots within the Soviet system. It highlights workers, clerks, and families tilled land to boost food reserves under difficult conditions, aiding military needs.
The monthly meeting of the whore association had a good attendance. The balance shows a credit plan of £80. The Education Department will be contacted about necessary repairs at the school and possible arrangements for an additional classroom.
Acteam from Manjimup visited Pemberton on Sunday and were easily defeated by the home team. Vic Keily umpired the match. Final scores: Pemberton 24 goals 6 behinds, Manjimup 4 behinds.
The Pemberton Branch of the CWA held an American Afternoon last Friday to aid branch funds. Musical items by Mesdames Cox Marlow Donaldson and Hanley Judy Wool pave 4 recitation. Mrs Goddard won a dozen pages, Mrs Morgan the lucky bean. A sponge cake donated by Mrs Hl Han niball was Dutch auctioned raising 45 dollars. An enjoyable afternoon tea followed and the event was a social and financial success thanking attendees for support.
A sensational season match saw Reds and Blues draw until the final 25 seconds when Pat Coverley passed to Reg Coverley for a winning goal. Final: 2 3 to 1 5 as best on ground went to the Coverleys with Campbell Wells Carmichael Green Everett Martyn and Phelps shining. Also a girls hockey 4–3 win for Josephine Johannesen over Joan Nichols and community concert buzz as Junior Repertory Club rehearses Underground.
LadiesStrokeCompetition won by Mrs Thompston 6%-24 with others Bloor Snr 12-24-48 Davis 51-1A4 Knowles 11-20-0 Roby 4-22-49 Deadman 4-1-44 despite missing cards. Roby won Bozey men’s event 1 down. Knowles Davis 6 down. Mixed formats won by Wines and Miss Nichols 47-1-4. Various pairings and scores listed. Monthly Medal to be played Sundays.
In a terse court report the governor’s judiciary details a sequence of sentences totaling twenty eight days for several defendants. The article lists multiple names and vague charges, with a focus on procedural outcomes rather than case specifics.
The second in a series of community concerts drew a good audience with juniors prominent in show sketches. The Parents and Citizens Association funds benefited. The next event is scheduled for Monday July 3.
The Red Cross reports a depleted stock but rising support from Miss J Walter who raised £2 5 in crayon sketches, plus £1 12 6 from earlier. Organizers thank contributors, request flowers, and note pillow cases nearly all taken. They seek knitters for socks and cardigans and encourage June activities and the July 7 annual meeting with a £2 membership fee.
The Browup Brook Red Cross met June 7 with Mrs E C Blechynden presiding. Attendees discussed a street stall raising funds, a July 1 Red Cross Ball, wool for sittings, and afternoon teas for upcoming dates. Bank balance shown £33 14s 6d. Donations and duties noted. war effort references included.
Fragmentary text mentions Australia and individuals with unclear roles. No coherent event or facts readable to form a proper summary card.
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