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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 07, 1943
Page
4
The piece spotlights Judy Canuva, a comic performer known for a hillbilly accent, in a new routine titled Puddin Head. It promises rural humor set against urban relocation, with side characters Hardy and Gey and a Columbia South American venue as context.
A Bridgetown ARP meeting on Wormsday outlines a plan for a complete revision of street lighting rules. Officials discuss dimming, masking, and emergency procedures to prevent glare while preserving safe visibility, including car light usage and globe removal during power outages.
A rainy Sunday draw see dead crowd memory and chaotic card returns from a stroke competition. Names, dates, and local figures appear in a long list of attendees, officers elected at tea adjournment, and a note on membership fees. The piece ends with a memorial for Dickson, aged eight, and a prayerful, sorrowful tone.
Deep regret marks the death of Mrs Emma Dickson of Tiddeltin on the Nannip Hoar. The late Mrs Dickson, though retiring, was widely known in the South-West and beloved by many. Her family and friends recall her gentle nature and steadfast kindness, and mourn the loss of a devoted wife and mother.
The Motioran of the Manjimup Road Board presents a wary financial review covering revenue streams, overdraft of £714, and a postwar outlook. Expenses include staff costs, water charges, and emergency provisions, while fixed deposits rise to secure the final £20K debenture.
A fragment hints at a local reader theme with playful wordplay and a cheerful halo. No clear event, date, or identifiable names appear to anchor a full story. The readable text suggests a lighthearted note on a steady reader’s habits within the newspaper context.
A long, humorous note lauds readers who keep subscribing and cooking at home, praising the joy of family meals and the urge to try new but wholesome dishes. It highlights a March issue toast to home chefs, with sample recipes and tips, ending with a foreign broadcasts critique and a moral about predictable trends.
The Red Cross Society DPemberton branch met on Tuesday April 27 with secretary figures showing 16 months net money raised and average over 30 pounds monthly from the driver giving scheme. The beach office funds were noted, Miss Moody left to marry and Mrs Stewart attends teachers examinations at Bunbury. results to be announced after May holidays.
A Saturday dance event hosted by the Civil Defence featured Jace and a crowned attendee. The spelling and details are unclear, but Jim Nichole and Mr Ara were declared winners after a walk-through competition and eliminations.
A smeared OCR item notes a swimming pool cleaning after an incident Sunday. It states items were netted and moved to the basement area, with bystanders seen wading near the water. The brief mentions effort to clear muddied areas and collect objects.
Sunday services at St Pauls Bridgetown include Holy Communion at 9 30 am Children Eucharist at 10 am Morning and Sermon at 4 40 pm Evening service with readings and sermon All sessions follow local parish schedule in May Retrieved from older church notice.
Bridgetown Methodist Church schedule for Mothers Day includes Sunday May 9 with 7.30 p.m. service led by Rev O W Farman at Bridgetown. Evening routes list stops at Nan-up, Mr G A Walker, Greenbushes and Nanup Mill with times around 8.3 to 8.8.
Sunday May 9 service times include Breaking of Bread at 11 am and Sunday School. Evening program features Fellowship Lasting Friday at 7 30 pm and Prayer Meeting at 7 30 pm. Everyone welcome. Pastor W H Periera.
Fragmentary OCR text references printing and publishing roles with scattered name fragments. The legible items hint at a printer or press context rather than a complete event or notice needing a fuller summary. Further readable details are insufficient for a solid item.
The Res Ertsttory Club hosts a Usual Monthly meeting with Wembieton Rowers Club attendees. Members and guests contributed to an enjoyable program including a short sketch The Best Friend, and plans for a Mandinao trip on April 29.
A brief Saturday morning shower occurred in the Walt area lasting about an hour. Rainfall data links suggest a narrow window around April, but exact timing remains uncertain.
Postal charges listed by weight and distance include Express Delivery up to 8 ounces near the GPO, letters and cards priced per ounce, commercial papers by fraction weight, printed matter, air mail within the Commonwealth, parcels within 30 miles, and overseas rates to British Empire regions, New Zealand, and other destinations with varied minimums and per-ounce increments. Fees also show charges for sample merchandise and newspapers under specified weight limits and zones.
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