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Newspaper

Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 07, 1943

Page

2

Trotting meeting planned at Gloucester Park attracts strong pacers

Trotting Association will stage an attractive Gloucester Park meeting with seven events. Distances include a mile and a half for several races. Local pacers featured as Carnlough and Rare Queen show form. Edith Direct, Tempest, Red Runner and Queen's Gift among notable contenders with several mares and geldings listed as promising bets.

Neatson ‘Trotting Association Gloucester Park Carnlough Rare Queen Vantage Rise and Shine Lady Fayette Rare Tempest Queen's Gift Betty Royal Edith Direct Tolu Gold Lady Cynthia Jean Wood Balgay Jim Huon Cloud Minting Gold Vale Red Bay Lulu Mick Lady Medina Nice Vin

Smithie's Impressive Record Sets Easter Cup Pace

Smithie, tipped by this paper a month ago, wins the Easter Cup to earn status as the best galloper over a mile and a half in the state. He led a strong finish over Andirich by a neck, with Skyro close behind in a tight mile and a half showdown.

Smithie Smithe Ball Tykal HS. Noyce Recucyad Trn Middle East Exon Promingly Jyst Wicked Mada Murphy Amael Galloper Amapol Shenite Amalion Panthee Panto

The Racing Game

A man named Henry goes to the races seeking entertainment and profit but loses rent money to betting. He discovers racing entertains yet erodes funds as his wife discovers the diversion and sets the pace, leaving him hooked on racing.

Henry

Charlie the tiny surgical needle in Australian hospital

At the 13th Australian General Hospital New South Wales doctors and nurses scramble to locate a minuscule surgical needle called Charlie used in plastic surgery. Described as 2 surgical needles in size thread with human hair for delicate nerve sewing, the needle’s importance astonishes staff who search from under tables and kneel in the operating theatre.

13Th Australian General Hospital New South Wales Charlie Asw.l Australia C.O

Andirich Eyes Bright Turf Future After Easter Cup Battle

Andirich, a chestnut Agrion gelding, ran a strong second to pacemaker Skyro in the Easter Cup. With 22 starts producing five wins and four placings, Andirich has shown staying power and could become a top locally bred turf horse as a four-year-old with strong Perth Cup prospects. Skyro, unlucky in the result, has a noted run at Good

Andirich Agrion Fron Yede Replete Smithie Pantheist Andrrich Skyro Rio James Tong All Tango Wood Remarc

Racing prospects and a note on sex determination in rabbits

The article reviews young thoroughbreds Skyro Kalamunda and others with race records and potential for next season. It notes Starry Sky Panthee and Nikh in recent stakes, plus Nodite Metapi and Duck Star in Beverley trials. A separate section cites Dr Katase’s experiments linking blood chemistry and offspring sex in rabbits and humans.

Kalamunda Remarc J. Meyers Tse Starry Sky Duck Star Nikh Nodite Metapi Katase Japan Weekly Chronicle Osaka

Northern Surueis Surgeon Maids Two Small Children

A Sydney woman runs a medical practice while caring for two young children. Her surgeon husband serves in the RAAF and she seeks reliable help as officials struggle to secure suitable water aid and a daytime keeper for support.

Sydney Jaroblen Ural Authvelyie RAAF Aurea

Freed French Celebrate At Free French Headquarters

Report notes that freed French citizens went to the Free French headquarters and celebrated with champagne, marking a moment of relief and morale boost.

Champagne

Magnetic Hill near Moncton mystifies visitors with water running uphill

The Magnetic Hill at Brunswick, six miles from Moncton, captivates visitors as locals recount the water defying gravity. Tourists test its odd behavior by parking, shifting to neutral, and watching the vehicle seemingly roll uphill toward a post on the crest, with varied theories proposed about the cause.

Moncton Brunswick Powe

Notes of the Week from Vulcan on Federal Influx and Western Australia

The piece discusses oversubscription of Liberty Loans and Allied successes, noting a perceived federal interest in Western Australia. It mentions the Army and Postmaster General, hints at a looming federal election and concerns over military interference with the press, urging caution and broader political awareness.

Western Austalia Sopie Ube Asstralia Western Australia Irs Jandahly Weview Ty Saverione Siith

Archbishop Wand Named Bishop of Bath and Wells

Australians hail Dr Don ldson as a gifted church leader with strong ties to Britain. The appointment elevates an Australian to a senior English see, seen as a bridge between nations and the Anglican Communion. The move follows wartime cooperation and signals hopes for continued harmony among Commonwealth churches.

Jinghine Bath and Wells Brisbane Donaldson York Charel England Australias Tristan Witaaich Hareack Australia Vries Briebale Britain Wand

Five Observations Urged From Wisdom's Quiet Counsel

A fragment urges careful listening and timing in seeking aid. It emphasizes five earwise observations to discern how to speak and when to act, noting the importance of choosing the right moment and place for help.

Australian Carpets reports shrinkage in civil carpet input

Australian Carpets Carpet Manufacturers Sydney reports input shrinkage for civil use carpets due to material shortages and higher war needs. Looms operate on two shifts as a worsted spinning plan is introduced from John Khars and Co. War-time transport problems have created a market for Australian carpets and aided overall wartime production despite difficulties.

Sydney Guluan John Khars and Co

Classified Advertisements In The Country Readers Market Place

The notice outlines advertising rates and insertion rules across twenty seven newspapers including The Eastern Recorder The Bridgetown Advocate The Northern Producer and others. It explains cash with order terms and describes the wide range of goods and services advertised from poultry to household items.

Layal Elaetion Noire Auction Bale Eastern Recorder Kellerbergins Toodyay Herald Bridgetown Advocate Bridge Loon Manjimup Mail Northern Grazier & Mineu Levera Vangeramy Mullewa Mail & Magnet Wongan-Ballidu Raendere Boyup Brook Bulletin Southwestern Advertiser Pinjarray Dat Watlinay North Midland Times Cem Wmak Midlands Advocate Mooray Weekly Gazette Goamalling Southern Sentinel ME Barker ENG Warvey-Wakgona Mail Norseman-Esverance Preston Mail Donnyhres Indand Watch Laverton TNE Femberton TNE Dowerin Guardian Dampier Herald Renewbbie Croes

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