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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 23, 1939

Page

2

Manjimup Road Board reviews March works report

Foreman Mr. S. G. Paynter reports at the March 1 meeting on Murphy's Road clearing and grading to 23 chains, new culverts and pipes, Deering's Cosy Creek renewals, patched gravel on Bridgetown road, Warren Bridge work with piles under stringers, No.1 Feeder Road repairs and sections graded, Edwards Street footpath leveled and road graded, plan to gravel and culvert Moore Street, Injimup West and Woller, Seven Days and Middlesex roads graded, Balbarrup and Northcliffe roads graded, and clearing into Brown's location at Pemberton.

5. G. Paynter Manjimup Murphy's Road Murphy's Gate Cheetham Deering Cosy Creek Bridgetown Jones’ Gates Warren Bridge Warren Road Edwards Collier Moore-streets Moore-treet Injimup Woller Middlesex Balbarrup Northcliffe

Local Government Day at Bridgetown Fair and Race Night

A Bridgetown show grounds event featured a light trotting club meet and a packed ball night. His Excellency the Lieut Governor Sir James Mitchell attended, with awards to Daly Heather and Bridgetown Handicaps amid a blackout during the races and extensive preparations for decorations, music, and seating arrangements.

Tomucuw Alanjmup Jamen Mitchell Lasly Wien Will Kyamme Faurl Bridget Him Bob CT. Doust Bridgetown Committee Anderon Bridgetown Manji Imap Anderron George Ant Young Rob Rhee Mrs. Waters Daly Heather Lartdie Heather Lacie Teather

The Fibb ee Taxi Driver’s Curious Party Tale

Taxi driver Jack May ferries a group of unfamiliar ladies through town. Conversation shifts to married men and he jokes he has not made that mistake yet. The party visits Soapy West butter factory where cream handling is explained, then meets butter-maker Arthur May. Jack’s son is introduced, but the father vanishes without a trace.

Jack May Jack Soapy West Harry Raynes Harry Arthur May Dad

Manjimup Parents and Citizens Association Meeting Notes

The annual general meeting chaired by Mrs D McKay saw about 20 members attend. Reports praised the treasurer and auditor while plans included a departmental instructor visit in November and a school manual training centre fund. Election results kept McKay as president with Glennie and James continuing as secretary and treasurer. new officers and a school board were announced and a gramophone donation acknowledged.

Manjimup D. McKay Glennis Education Department Glaves SG. Dutfield Black McKay Presi Dent Messrs McKenzie Treadgold Mesdames, Beer HL. E Gomme R. Monkhouse Williame My Dufield Everling MFP Heer Tames McKenne Rowell Gomme George Mackenzie Association Beer Assuiation Tv Bastar Tuspectivre Werensar Ibrar Rackerute Ponterson

Diverse Greyhound Handicaps Show Crowded Bloomfield Field

The meeting lists numerous dogs and handlers across events including WANNUPF and SUNNYSIDE HANDICAP. Notable entrants include Heather, Heatherwyn, Golden Heather, Simple Phied, Spats, Lavida, and Lord George with varied odds and times noted. Dividends feature 5/ to 7/1 on winners and multiple minor placings appear across Bridgetown and other handicaps, with times around 2.3 to 4.0 miles.

Vewer Donald A. McMinden McAlinden Tiny Heather J. Doust Heatherwyn Bailey Lowden Tani Srr Linfred Simple Lael Lavida Golden Heather Tottie Heather Divi Daly Heather S. Waters Waters Hetty Heather Sunieee Little Wil Lord George Me R. Anderson Andersons Priddeth AU Fayette Rehan Betty Heather Si Coverlew Pegey Donald Retan Meds Lady Hilton Mella Jonnis Simple Patch

Katanning Pig Market Trip by Northelife Branch Members

Sixteen Northelife members traveled by motor wagon to Katanning March 3 with thirty-two participants including Jandee, Midhieses, Smith's Hoole and Quin. A morning CAR trip, lunch, and a meeting followed led by Mrs Black outlining aims to keep contact with outback sisters. The group planned annual divisional gatherings, social events, competitions, and a rest-room report from Manjimup branch with notes on bacon sales and fundraising totals.

Ynchinue Outback Logan Fardee Kyeligren Middlesex Northelim Qrtuber Archer Smith Rook Ian Tha Prvanvard Vantader Social Wits Pan Westration Partners Pavan Boeke Greeniushis

Provisional Certificate Application From Walpole For Sale

Provisional certificate application from Walpole for sale noted as ready and free from impediments. Licensing board previously cited that similar permit was granted or denied in March with tentative testing and final decision pending.

Chevalier Mare Heneti Walpole

Merida Professor to Lecture on British Policy

Adult Education announces that Professor Alexander, head of History at the University of Western Australia, will visit Mangiapy with Director H. Robertis to deliver a lecture entitled British Foreign Policy before and after Munich. The event includes a questions session and future admission voluntary to cover expenses.

Merida Aba Profit Alexander Mangia Apy H. Robertis University of Wester Australia Munich Marssimap Alexandter Qwadl Roberte Europe Germany Rusia

Revival of Soviet Arts and Trades Exhibit Crowns Provincial Show

A sprawling exhibition showcases Soviet arts and crafts with emphasis on home production and consumer goods. Attendees note the event highlights the Abtitude in revuminend latinny while vendors promote value and affordable prices. The display includes posters, a theater corner, and demonstrations by local societies aiming to boost provincial industry.

Petaigert Potmek

Falling Glenoran Pine Sparks Bowls Row over Damage

A dispute arises after a large pine near Glenoran at Manjimup Road Board meetings is felled following safety concerns. The tree’s collapse damaged a property and several vehicles, prompting debate on responsibility and board action.

WMG Richmond Glenoran Boar Ansil Dherwlore Bailes May Carey Hwate Feromtsanes Diggins Fini Moore Roberts McDonald Jinnys Searstars

Jardee School Notes

Fragmented notes from Jardee School meeting cover timings, staff, and lists. Mentions Waton, Mottram Smith, and various dates but details are unclear due to garbled text.

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