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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1945
Page
1
Tenders invited for mail conveyance contracts starting 1 July 1945. Tenders due 2 pm on Wednesday 11 April at the General Post Office Perth. Tender forms and details available from the Superintendent of Postal Services Perth and connected Post Offices.
The Bridgetown Bowls Club reports a strong season with excellent greens and major improvements. The Champion Pairs title went to Mrs Hern and Mrs Sunness, while runners up were Mrs Wilkins and Mrs Selvair. First round of the Three Life Championship Singles starts April 7 with numerous matchups and a 1 pm finish goal. A Mixed Pairs event is set for Easter weekend on the Mac greens, and six Brdgetown players head to Perth for the Easter Carnival, with notable representation from Naompling and Bridgeton clubs.
The Bridgetown Repertory Club advertises the first monthly war social in the Club Room on Monday April 0 at 5.15. Members and others are asked to bring old magazines and periodicals for the Merchant Marine.
The Red Cross Depot closes for Good Friday and reopens Tuesday. April events include afternoon tea on Thursday and a sewing and knitting session for overseas relief. The next monthly meeting is April 6 with a five pound gift. A Master Monday extra dance is planned to boost funds as stamps and magazines are collected for sale and donation to relief efforts.
A Bridgetown Advocate sermon recalls Jesus Christ’s mission to seek and save the lost, emphasizing his humble life, crucifixion, and triumphant resurrection. It links salvation to faith in Christ and notes the promises of eternal life and divine constancy through all ages.
A farewell social is set for April 3 at 6 o clock at ae yethodiat Church to honor Rev H W Firman and Mrs Borman after five years of ministry in Bridgetown. The event welcomes friends and supporters who have joined in his spiritual work and district duties.
A crowd at the Bridgetown Group 111 Convent Hall saw A S M Colin Hughes leave for Royal Air Force duties. Twenty scouts and parents honored him with singing and thanks, while reminders noted upcoming meetings and badge progress.
On Saturday March 17 Chowerup hosted an Aid success, the first since 141, drawing a large crowd. The Red Cross benefited £45, with chief attractions including log poise and novelty horse events. An extensive tea and supper were served by local ladies amid many compliments on catering. Evening music by Mors, Tack, and W L Hart accompanied results from OVEDTR and various races, with plans to repeat the event for a bigger attendance.
The Department of Agriculture announces a Dairy Science Course starting May 7 at Tenbury to prepare for certificates in milk and cream testing and cheese making. Superintendent M Cullity will lead with lectures on dairy chemistry, grading, testing, moisture and acidity, supervised by Mr KR Newham and Mrs Weston. Applicants should apply to the Perth department.
Leatham War Office announces a statewide Poster Competition for the Third Victory Loan. Entries must feature the line Subscribe to the Third Victory Loan and are open to children up to sixteen years old across the state. Prizes include a £10 bond, War Savings Certificates, and ten additional prizes. entries must be certified by a teacher and forwarded to Thox HVTGM Berth with a closing date of April 21.
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