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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1945
Page
1
A fragmented public notice references the Mmvibanes, Hayne lefe, and related acts, detailing perwunumby, atl and starmbine avenants. It mentions Wes and the Moe fe, SMieredithy wise fewetisnes iy Whe Tarfhuly in unclear terms.
Fragmentary OCR text references a building surveyor tied to MASVIMEF ROAD ROAR 7 and a series of unclear phrases. The surface mentions names, roles, and numbers like S24 and Cow, but the segment is incoherent, lacking a discernible event or clear entities beyond the stray job title.
Widespread strikes cripple coal and wood sectors across New South Wales and Victoria as workers demand better pay and conditions. Government imposes strict controls on electricity use while industry suffers, unemployment rises, and tensions between capital and labor intensify. The unrest threatens the wartime economy and the nation’s postwar outlook.
Workers at the Roy Brook Flax Mill discuss a dispute over a mischaracterized strike and threaten to withhold work. Manager Mr. Cummins and Mr. Tussler present opposing statements, with signatures and petitions cited as efforts to resolve the standstill.
Social highlights from Bridgetown include dances, club outings, and visits. Town residents such as Mr and Mrs W Sutton, Mr Tony Salvair, and families travel between Bridgetown Perth Narrogin and Verhom for events, with a Police Ball planned and a lively town Trail entertainment drawing large crowds.
A Saturday November 10 athletics meet at Mdgetown grounds, hosted by Vader Auspices and the Agricultural Peel Society, charges 2 shillings for adults and free entry for children. Programs promise races, swimming events, and prizes with numerous participants including local clubs and regional organizations.
A wartime fundraising concert at Bridgetown Town Hall featured radio and theatrical talents from Torch Street and the city. Rae Lavell and Ken Wilson led a varied program with Irish and Hawaiian numbers, comedy by Syd Bronge, and dancing by the ballet squad. The highlight was Bobby and estranged stars delivering a lively show that boosted war bond subscriptions to about 2400 pounds during the evening.
Plans for a forthcoming Luprschoal Sports Day on Friday October 26 are outlined. The event features school teams from Nanay Convent and Forture arrivals with competitions across sections including Knioll Schools and Teridgetown. Local organizers promise novelties and a post event gathering with refreshments and entertainment.
Fragmentary OCR text references a golf match with names and dates but is largely garbled. It mentions a competition, holes, and potential memorials, but key facts are unreadable. No coherent actions or outcomes can be determined to form a proper summary.
Fragmented lines describe an interview or debate involving multiple names and roles at Boyup Brook. The text references an outgoing official, provocative language, and retirement talk, with unclear chronology and many garbled terms.
Mire POM of Kananutnie and family celebrate Fore holiday in Penh. Mire Anne Spornig plans a visit during holiday week. Mr and Mrs Mervyn Spvithane entertain. Mrs Sexton hosts a party. Mrs Walsh welcomes her husband returning from war service. Miss Plumh attends late event at Tayuyy. Mr DoS Kent of Biden accompanies Smith on a trip. Major Gordon Banoyy commands troops near Geniernt. The Main ty reports crowd at Cyne Blarkwend with Lin Te and others.
A garbled parish notice outlines a weekly church meeting with unclear details. It mentions a service, organize efforts, and possible charitable actions led by Church Vestry members, but most specifics are lost in OCR errors.
In a solemn gathering the Moule Auxiliary mourns a prominent local figure who died recently. Attendees including Shter Mitten recall the deceased's service and impact while plans for a memorial event unfold amid community support.
Fragmentary OCR presents a legend of a hidden rite within a community project. It references a Civitan event and a committee task, with mentions of a vigil and a spiritual experience. Names and places are garbled, but the piece hints at a contemplative, ritual context tied to civic service.
Postal readable notice lists services at Pemerton Gospel Church and a schedule for Sunday events including a bread service and a sermon. Mentions a revival theme and a special race meet at 7.20 a.m. with a focus on fellowship and community worship.
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