Public Notices and Motor Vehicle Registration Order 1942
Australian Military Forces Western Command issues a registration order for possessors of motor vehicles and specified equipment. Major General Ene Clive Pegus Plant signs the directive requiring owners in the Fifth Military District to register cars, buses, and tractors by a set deadline with penalties for noncompliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ene
Clive Pegus Plant
DSO
Destrict
Fifth Military District
Western Australia
Scehdale
Perth
GOC
Western Command
Public Working Bee at State School and Convent School
A Public Working Bee will be held tomorrow afternoon at 7 pm to dig trenches at State School Convent School and Hospital. Board's plant will be available. volunteers should bring a pick and shovel if possible and assemble at the State School for instructions. R. J. Haselhurst, Secretary.
Notice of Easter no delivery for HO CROSS UNS
Public notice states no delivery of HO CROSS UNS for this Easter. TM/ L TYSOE. D.M CAMPBELL es The Bi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L Tysoe
D.M Campbell Es
Australians swing from panic to optimism after wartime turns
The outlook of Australians shifted dramatically in the past fortnight as victories in New Guinea and MacArthur's leadership revived confidence. Once seen as doomed by Japan's advance, the public mood reversed to cautious optimism, though the threat of invasion still looms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ispantse
New Guinea
Douglas Macarthur
Malaya
Austrasia
Trench Protection Discussed At Bridgetown Board Meeting
At a Bridgetown Road Board special meeting on Tuesday Mr Malcolm Scott questioned trench protection from air attack and described trenches as unsatisfactory. He and Mr Gordon, Bunbury ARP official, suggested improvements for convent and State School trenches and discussed proper protection methods and public rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgetown Road
Malcolm Scott
Scott
Gordon
Sort
Bunbury Arp
Australians and Americans Unite for Duty in World War II
The piece argues Australians are brave and capable airmen and sailors who can take a leading role in the war. It warns against idolizing figures like General MacArthur, emphasizes shared sacrifice with allies, and calls for unity and preparation as the struggle continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wso
Australia
Khem St
Douglas Macarthur
Hitler Ums
Dlacarthur
Dinenca
Mana Tan
Napoleon
Hitler
Heller
Voraliss
Fife
Civil Defence Council extends lighting restrictions inland
The council imposes broad rules covering external lighting to be removed or extinguished and internal lighting to be shaded so it cannot be seen from outside. It specifies maintaining privacy by shading or covering windows and related apertures to keep light invisible from exterior observers.
Bicycles At Layton's Garage Await Malvern Star Layby
Bridgetown riders urged to secure Malvern Star bicycles before price increases hit. Layby options at Layton's Garage promise savings as demand climbs.
St Patrick's Ball Celebrates War Time Social Amid Duties
The annual St Patrick's Ball drew strong attendance and visitors from nearby districts. Notable attendees wore gowns in pinks, greens, blues, and golds, while veterans and public figures circulated among guests. War conditions shaped the event with reinforced duties and emergency safety measures discussed by speakers and organizers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mick Limmer
Wilmott Flack
C. Ward
M. Roberts
Perth
Bickell
Les Liddelow
W. Greenhalgh
Shervill
Erste
Roma Shervill
Monk Taffet
Mie Mavin Wilkes
Elsie Omodes
Mavys Wits
Mss
R. Aitken Floral
Emesus- Dee Alta
Mre Newton
Green Met
Minnie Omodes
Kath Guidiel
Joan Barneby
J. Spils MU
Dick Moyes
Prem Sili Lage
Jess Kennedy
Lacs Taffeta
Joyce Ricards
Georgette
Lola Buss
Helen Prosser
Nolice
Bell
Roberts Hut A.r-P- Wardens
Volchinege
Ogyanse
Miseunteer Defence Corps
Phyllis Stephenson
Cere
V. Collins
Leeds
Dot Layton
Mise Babar Firth
Bliss Kath Gilchrist
Alma Higgins
P. Heywood
J. King
Lilly King
Et Smith
RW Corton
Broadbust
Heleen Binnier
E. Conadon
G Hey
J. Marshall
Bridge Junior Farmers Club Formally Reelects Officers
The annual meeting of the Bridge Junior Farmers Club was held on Thursday with Mr Ho A Pearce presiding. Officers elected for the ensuing year are President Mr L Lowe, Vice President Mr GQ Tillman, Secretary Mr R Bolton, Treasurer Mr D Pearce. New members and programmes announced, with meetings at 8 pm in the RSL Hall on the first and third Thursdays each month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jusiior Parmers Club
Ho A.pearce
L. Lowe
GQ. Tillman
Setrtary
R. ‘Bolton
Treamirer
Mfr
D Pearce
Public Notice On Evacuation Procedures And Householder Duties
Circular outlines century old evacuation plan for coastal district residents. Householders must complete the questionnaire and deliver it to the Road Board Office without delay. Billeting is compulsory, while voluntary help will aid authorities. Signed by R J Maselhurst, Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Road Board
R_ J MASELHURST
Australians Told to Sit Tight If Invasion Threatens
A Home Security pamphlet urges Australians to stand firm and move only when ordered by officials. It warns against panic evacuation, spreading rumors, or aiding the enemy, stressing calm, alert civilians with a quiet tongue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Emo
Australia
Department of Home Security
Laszarini
Western Command Orders Special Registration of Jerain Motor Vehicles
Western command issues orders for special registration of Jerain motor vehicles within 14 days after advertisement in this issue under National Security Regulations. Purchasers of loyal cows or prepared dairy may be restricted. motor vehicles must exist within 16 days. Forms available at the Post Office.
Mani mup Road Board meeting notes on fires and council works
The Mani mup Road Board held a March meeting in which J W Margereson presided. Topics included lighting and fire prevention, forestry department recommendations, plans to form more brigades, water supply for Pemberton, road safety improvements near Nyanw, and pending Defence Camps rulings. The meeting approved payments, street light upgrades, sanitary charges, and a proposed drinking fountain, with emphasis on road repairs and planning for future infrastructure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sievers Chadwick
Gomme
Prom Forestry Department
D. Mottram
Forestry Department
A. Fontanini
Fonanini
Messrs
Wvy, Brockman
H. J Limmer
Water Supply Department
Pemberton Township
Pemberton Committee
J. D. Hawkins
Nyan
A. Williams
Cas
Williams
B. Cully
Cully
Water Board
Bea
Health Board
Margeresm
National Food Committee
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J. Bazeley
Pamilies
Boulter's
Bunbury
St. Brigid’s, Bridgetown
Powell Gas Producers
Powell” Det
Rimsey
New South
Ron Fisher
Bridgetown
William Brittain & Son Funeral Directors
Donnybrook Bridgetown
R. Urquhart
Sera
Fise Radiola
Moyes & Sons Builders, Timber & Hardware Merchants
Pixie Henderson
Steere St
Singer Sewing Machines
L Briggs
Singer
Collie
Reqain
Australian Military Forces
Getown Road Board
Public Working Bee
Malvern
Hines
Layton's Garage
St. Patrick's Ball
Ely
A. Cogden
H Stephenson
Tean
R. Neale
J. Amott
M. Della
Mickle Lve
Brangigan
Newton View
J. Rober
Misa L. Marshall
A. MacArshur Acrallk
Ruth Brooke
Can Hunter
Gelamen Acrestoris
Eileen
Moulton
Alt Hague
Phyil Murray
W. Brown
Jean Collins
Bernice Mottram
Gette
W. Po Obeisa
George Rubinon
Mere AL Muir
Miss Peace Muir
J. R Dawson
Zelma Fill
Mauren Cole
Albert Kelly
Vera Kelly
Hall
Laura
Elsie Barker
P Fegan
Pitt
Pdi
Erica von Hote
Regu Alge
Romain
Imp von Hote
Edith Vin Waly
IOY
Jereain
Mayanup Hall
Aod Toul
Mre Moulton
Nea Cente
Allan Jones
Kay Milland
Constance Moore
Veronica Laer
Mme No. 51
MGM
Fox
Manjimup Pemberton
Carole Lombard
Robert Mont
William Henry
Virginia Dale
Pemberton Manjimup
Nellie Kell
Mantimup
Manimup Road Board
Suard
J. W. Margereson
Jack D. Mottram
J. W. Morgane
M. Muir LJ. Rees
Doust
Civil
Lusseno
Weorle
Je H. Smith
EE Rephry
The
Sant
Brown's
Mottram Street
Feng Bulgeong
Esa
Wortarys
Bert Youss
Om Perup
Quinninup
Ivan Gibson
Gienwat
Henwoods
Edwards Tur
Peni Ta
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