Local notes from Balingup and Bunbury area sports and visits
In Bunbury hospital Mr. George Ramage remains an inmate with unchanged condition. Local cricket notes mention a new term Lip before wicket linked to Gerry White’s style after a Umpire’s dismissal. A pace of visiting locals, travel to East Kirup, and social visits from Mullalup, Bridgetown, and Rushton are recounted, including birthdays and farewells. Athol Walter’s record at Bunbury High School sports marks a historic double win in open and junior championships at age 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Ramage
Bunbury
Nannup
Gerry White
Athol Walter
Bunbury High School
Catholic Ball Draws Large Crowd Despite Bad Weather
A sparsely threatening day gave way to a fine evening as the Catholic Church Ball attracted a large crowd. Attendees included visitors from Donnybrook and Dardanup and regulars from Bridge Town Greenbushes Kirup. Bert Walton's Orchestra kept dancers lively and a hearty supper was enjoyed by all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donnybrook
Dardanup
Bridgetown
Greenbushes
Kirup
Bert Walton
Parents and Citizens Meeting Discuss School Projects
The group reviewed school facilities budgeting for blinds and a piano tuner visit. Officers reported fund-raising for a Xmas Tree drive including donations from football and bowling clubs and a raffled prize lineup. The projector purchase was debated but the branch voted to continue with a sound projector plan and set Xmas Tree events for December 15 with the Balingup Band.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
4. MacDonald
Keith Whiinish
Parker
Education Dept
Golf Club
Football Club
Lotteries Commission
N. A. Uren
Visual Education
Tren
Mrs Gibbs Passes On at 78 in Bridgetown
Mrs. Gibbs, aged 78, died last Saturday after a heart attack. She was the mother of Mrs. S Woodley and was taken to Bridgetown by ambulance for care. The funeral was held in Bunbury on the following Monday, with sympathy extended to Mrs Woodley and family.
Mrs Van Amater Returns Home From Perth Visit
Mrs Van Amater arrived Friday after several weeks away in Perth and has returned to her home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clemmie Fussell
Clem
Mrs. van Amater
Perth
Farmers Meet District Railway Engineer
Farmers discuss fire control with District Railway Engineer. Chief complaint is that burning-off is not always effective because it starts too early, with an absolute deadline of December 24. Proposal to enlist farmers to assist gangs near that date is welcomed. Secretary to seek local contractors to plough or bulldoze ice-breaks. The engineer pledges department cooperation to minimize summer fire risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bromilow
Enion
Balingup Cricketers Seek Bridgetown Association
At a recent meeting 18 to 20 members discussed transferring from Donnybrook to Bridgetown. The club voted to break away and join Bridgetown, with G. White and Ted Buchanan named as Bridgetown delegates. Ted Hannay received a presentation for his 4 to 5 years as secretary before moving to Busselton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balingup
Bridgetown Association
Donnyswook
Donnybrook Association
Bridgetown
Messrs
G. White
Ted Buchanan
Ted Hannay
Ted
Busselton
Narrow Escape for Tom Williamson After Ax Injury
Tom Williamson escaped serious harm when a gust of wind deflected his axe as he chopped kindling, injuring the left index finger and nearly severing the first two fingers. He was rushed to Bridgetown Hospital where doctors said the finger would be saved though he may face complications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Williamson
Tom
Bridgetown Hospital
Fred Clayton Prepares for Fortnightly Leave by Australind
Fred Clayton of Mullalyup prepares to begin a two week leave from railway duties. He has booked passage on the Australind for Saturday next.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malcolm Glendell
Railways
Malcolm
Bunbury
Ron Blythe
Fred Clayton
Mullalyup
Fred
Australind
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Porestry
Pine Reserve
K. MacLoughlin
Bert
Trezise
Norma MacLoughlin
Cecil Moulton
Fred Goddard
Mtropolis
Cole
Mario
Joe Betti
Joe
Aa. c’Whip” Moulton
Cora
Hazel
H. Parkinson
Ange
Jean Churchill
Pat Aud
Ernie Jarvis
Drake Brockman
Wren
Manjimup
Roy Russells
Bill Goddard
Swanbourne
Mra. Be. Jarvis
W.A
Athol
Olympic Park
Melbourne
Salvation Army
National Youth Movement
Balincup
Iyd
Brayshaw, Livensee
South West Photo Service
Ates
R. Salvair
Hampton Street
Bridgetown Dry Cleaners
Dave Jack
Bridgetown Hotel
Wilkinson
Armstrong
H. ¥. McKay
Massey Harris Pty, Ltd
Tractor Tyres
National Library of Australia
Whip
Parents and Citizens Meeting
L. G. Bailey
D. G. Jarvis
B. MacDonald
E. P. Sadler
Messrs. Walton and
Stieber
Lanse
Mrs. Gibbs
Harmer & Rouse
John Cooper
Freemasons
Ron Grant
Bridgetown Advocate
Nla.gov.au
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