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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 03, 1938
Page
8
A Manjimup Bowling Club gathering on Thursday evening discussed whether the club can continue into the coming season. Last year’s small turnout caused pennant match difficulties and the club now faces uncertainty over the membership and future challenges.
Mr and Mrs Freeh and Mia Dern visit in Widgetown and Perth. Mr Cockle and Mrs Taylor join meetings as Bridget and Rawardé move through weekly visits. Club officers elected with A Gilson as president and J Roberts as secretary. Committee to consider honorary members and town water upgrades. top-dressing of rink planned and funds discussed.
Mr. KP Moses recently took charge of a four tit power mower attachment used in trail work. The item transfer marks a notable equipment update for the local project and reflects ongoing maintenance efforts by the department.
Readable fragments show the Manjimup Repertory Club hosting an euchre party at Convent Hall on a Tuesday evening with limited attendance. Players included Clarke and others, with notes on entry rules and a brief mention of participants, timing, and post-event impressions from the Brigetown Reporter.
Jardee school notes describe weeks of preparation for a big event in the playground a large central slack line and preparations for a tone filled night with all ages invited. Social Chair meeting discusses uniforms and a wash over the next gathering to finalize materials. Mr T Logan plans to attend the next meeting and First Aid is noted.
Fragmented report details a track event with references to horse or animal racing, a changeover, baton, and names like White and Gold. It notes injuries during cricket practice and mentions standings with color-coded scores such as White 4, Blue 60, Goki 50, Green 39, all within a rough sports page context.
Official post details list new opening times and mail processing hours. Notices mention service changes and daily schedules for street deliveries and counter operations.
A historical church program features a mixed choir, soloists, and dramatic pieces performed by local musicians. The event includes a choral section with soloists like Miss Tate and Miss Ghita Towle, plus a narrative on characters and scenes. Church notices list Holy Communion and Evensong services at St Paul’s Bridgetown and Methodist Church notes for Sunday November 6 with worship times and locations.
The Upper Blackwood Road Board reviewed the last meeting's matters for the road. The Forestry Department Roads chair, Headli ane Vermis, presided at Bayap Hrook as issues were addressed.
The Bridgetown Road Board discusses roads and bridge work, officer reports, and finances. They note post connections, repairs, and the need for traffic fee claims while considering grants for Westbourne Road and Noteroan Crossvine and approving ramps on Cranbrook Road. Public works, sanitation costs at foreigners camp, and timber removal on roads are addressed.
Noting a diverse, animated lodge session Bunbury Lodge discusses upcoming activities. Plans include a November meeting with district president installation by Bro M Atallani and possible games or bowls on February 26. Members urge attendance and pledge to keep the lodge open until 10 pm for a lively, Pound Night atmosphere.
Bridgetown Repertory Club held its yearly meeting at the club house on Teesding eve ning. Mr Wittord presided with Mr EB S fotre as secretary. About 40 members attended as the club discussed publishing memoranda and tense arrangements for future productions and committee duties. A bridge evening was planned for Pauowday November 17 with details to follow. Bowling noted as a brief item.
An observed wind up dance by Wario Football Club followed the season end events in Bridgetown. Key figures included Mr. FL Pearce and Mr. J. Hi. Smits who secured honours in the championship games. A presentation of trophies and a social gathering concluded the evening, with bowling and music provided by N. Fuale’s orchestra and several new players welcomed.
The annual meeting of Beil Bowling Club was held Thursday evening. Secretary cut report notes progress and issues with greens and membership. Fire incident damaged kitchen area. recent events highlighted poor greens condition and recovery efforts. Social activities and forthcoming cups and trophies referenced with mixed results and planning for next month.
A garbled OCR style passage references discussions involving Mr Ry, a marketing board, and various figures on trade, legislation, and industry events. It mentions monitoring talks about markets, profits, and partnerships, with scattered names and places, and hints at a planned gathering and potential policy actions affecting regional trade and advertising panels.
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