Notable Local Figures Travel Between Towns
Mrs Vic Widdup spent several days in Forth after travelling on Tuesday. Lyneham Crombie of Mullalyup, recently joined the R A N, is home on leave after patrols in Japan. Mrs Bricky Knapton travelled to Bunbury for a short stay with the Misses Jones of Bunbury, who vacationed in Balingup with Mr and Mrs R T Meade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vic, Widdup
Forth
City
Barnacle Bill
Lyneham Crombie
Mullalyup
Lyneham
R.A.N
Japan
Marjorie
Margaret Jones
Bunbury
Balingup
R. T. Meade
Fred
Ballngup
BE. RB. Woolcott
Subiaco
Frank Maugers
C.W.A
Perth
E. C. Wright
Stan Maidment
Dudinalup
P. Bullmore
Miss Bullmore
Perth Hospital
A. Bailey
Sydney
Purcell
Tumut
N.S.W
A. Prowse
Surprise Birthday Party for Rosie Tomerini in Ballarup
A party of over 60 covertly gathered near Rosie Tomerini’s home, unveiled with a playful attack theme, delivering flowers and gifts before singing and games. The event featured M.C. Pat O Connor and Rosie surprised after a nap, followed by songs and party antics. Road Board members then held an annual district road inspection evaluating repairs and traffic over the past year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eemy
M.C. Pat O'Connor
Prue Davidson
Rosie
Tailey
Pat O'Connor
Messrs
Tomerini
Sela
Bailey
Uests
Ballar
Hockey Field Day Exhibition Matches Planned at Kirup
Women's teams from Kirup and Bridge Town compete while men from Donnybrook and Boyanup may play an exhibition. Luncheon arranged with free hot water and milk. Matches start at 1 a.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donnybrook
Boyanup Willl
P. and C. Fancy Dress Ball in Balingup Tonight
The Parents and Citizens Children's Fancy Dress Ball in Balingup goes ahead tonight with all school children in costumes and practicing dances. A full band will cater for adults after 10 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balingup
Junior Farmers Club Show Sparks Woodwork Craft
Members of the Manual Club eagerly anticipate the Junior Farmers Club show for the best woodwork. Ship models are popular and a Ned is taking shape. Saws were gathered midweek and sent to a Perth firm for selling sharpening and bulling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Club
Perth
Traffic Breaches Prompt Investigation After Van Crash
A rabbit van crash near Dalingup prompts authorities to review traffic breaches on the Miata bitumen road and Pine Avenue. An inspector recalled a prior conversation as officials prepare to check enforcement and safety measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalingup
Goelne
Pine Avenue
Boundary Umpire Shortcomings Highlighted at Donnybrook Match
Observation notes poor performance by boundary umpires in the Nelson oy Donnybrook football game. Commentator suggests giving umpires whistles instead of flags due to missed signals and ongoing play when signals fail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kieran Ryan
Boyanup
Nelson
Murray
Kieran
Nelson Oy
Donnybrook
Dance at Mr West's hall draws steady crowd
Thursday night entertainment at Mr West's picture hall featured a Rae Church Committee dance with records played on the talkie equipment. Reports say the evening succeeded overall though the deer performance lagged, and the committee hopes the next event will attract more patrons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. West
Picture Hall
Rae
Church Committee
Ganger Laurence Retires from Railways
A farewell gathering at Fred Clayton’s home honors Jim Laurence of Mullalyup whose railway service ends this Thursday. Vince Nevin and Bert Walton praise his cooperation and present a fountain pen from attendants. Jim recalls his long tenure and thanks friends as stories and supper fill the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ganger Laurence
Fred Clayton
Jim Laurence
Mullalyup
Jim
Bert Walton
M.C
Vince Nevin
Kirup
Vincey
Vince
Gang
Ganger
Railways
Combined sports day discussed by Balingup Hockey and Football clubs
The Hockey Club debated a joint sports day with the Football Club for early 1948. A vote of thanks was given to Mrs. O’Connor for fundraising. A 10/1 donation to the cricket club for goalie pads was approved. appreciation note to Mrs. Russell for hockey sticks. Plans for a wind-up field day on Sunday October 5 with invited teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hockey Club
P. O'Connor
Balingup
Balingup Hockey Club
O'Connor
Cricket Club
Russell
Parents and Citizens' Association
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H. T. Phillipps
Woolcotts
Messrs. Brockman and
Wren
Blythe
Viday
Ron
Len Mauger
Gay MacDougal
Joe Ramage
Helieve Les Ryan
Les
Parents’ and Citizens’ Association
Tug Wilson
Balingup Railway Station
Baling UP News
OUR
Rosie Tomerini
Bridgetown
Bi Boyup Brook
Boyamp
Jack Coleman
Kirup Hotel
Dick Warrick
Kalgoorlie
Mr. Magnet
Bridgetown Advocate
National Library of Australia
N. M. Keremelevich
Hampton-St
Manual Club
Novel Entertainment
Clark Brothers
Westralian Farmers C-Operative Ltd
Secateurs
The
Bridgetown Motor Transport OU
TTT
Steere
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