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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 08, 1942
Page
1
A brief notice states that £7 deposit and weekly payments are requested by agent Briggs for Singer sewing machines. The item involves a Collie context or listing alongside the brand and terms.
A Bridgetown notice promotes Pixie Hengerson Steere St as the town's leading ladies hairdresser with 300k appointments early. The page also lists cattle auction details from SMITH & CO LIMITED inviting entries and low cash price offers for mixed sheep and cattle, plus a request for a good truck and vehicle preferences.
The House of Representatives examined whether AMF members should be sent overseas as Japan battles shift, with debate revealing party tensions and leadership struggles. Critics called it a waste, while independents backed government, highlighting distrust in opposition motives and public interest in earlier power years.
Minister for Supply and Development Mr J A Beasley announced stringent control over jute goods to conserve war supplies. Secondhand bags and sacks may not be cut or processed without prior approval from the Commonwealth Jute Buyer at 409 Collins Street Melbourne. Applications from Victoria go to the buyer. other states contact the department representative.
The piece argues producers faced ruined living standards under wartime price controls. It cites costs rising beyond returns, bank scandals, and government contracts that undervalue primary products like wheat wool and dairy. It asserts Australia needs prices covering production costs plus profit to sustain growers and prevent systemic collapse.
A double wedding followed by a reception took place at the Nanrup Methodist Church on May 2. Miss Queenie Anne Marlow and Miss Evelyn Howes wed Mr Roy Widdleson and Mr Hubert Harold Marlow and Howes in a ceremony conducted by Rev HW Par. Families and friends attended, with large crowds at the church and Lesser Hall for the celebrations and toasts.
Dust and debris lie behind as the team travels again in the van. They reiterate their motto and note another job completed successfully.
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