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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 05, 1947
Page
5
A youthfully oriented Science Party visited Manjimup and explored timber industry, tobacco, orchards, dairy farms, swimming pool, and trout hatcheries at Pemberton. Officials and locals welcomed the guests with remarks on mutual benefits and district pride.
At Manjimup oval a trial between the Possibles and Probables ended 2 1 in favor of the Probables. Barker and Hackshaw starred for the sides with Bashford and McIllhatton scoring. Queen's Park visitors from the city arrive September 20 for more carnival games, about twenty five travelers planned, seats remain.
Arthur Frederick Oliver faced Manjimup Police Court after Saturday incident on Giblett Street. He pleaded guilty to obstructing a pedestrian while engaging in betting. A fine of £5 with 2/6 costs was imposed. charge laid by Constable McCarley. Judges were Messrs C E Doust and W Moyes.
Norm Lewis defeated Eric Adams over 36 holes to win the club championship, finishing eight up with seven to play. Harold Butler emerged as a new club sensation by winning the B trade plate final and the Vice-President’s Trophy while reducing his handicap. Visitors from Bridgetown and other clubs will compete in the Canadian Foursomes at Manjumup course next Sunday, with a 36-hole major handicap and separate 18-hole rounds.
Sunday afternoon the men’s championships concluded with Alex Hiwans winning the A grade and Doug Smith the B grade. Joe Winch won the handicap prize. Scores listed include A Evans 166 and others: Winch 168, Bloor jnr 172, Deadman 182, Rowberry 1885, Knowles 188.
In Mr. CG I Doust’s absence D Gordon chaired the session. Members discussed continuing the association to December 1 1947 and organizing a November fishing contest between Manjimup and Jardee teams at Windy Harbour or Nornalup. Five prizes were set for best individual sealine and team weights with donors named.
John Gould, an employee of State Saw Mill, was injured at Deanmill while unloading logs. He was jammed between the gate and a bowed jog end but sustained only minor injuries, and was treated by St John Ambulance.
During Sundays Jardee versus Pemberton match Barney Battilana was knocked by a rival player and sustained broken ribs. He received on site care from first aid man L Aylemore as an ambulance arrived swiftly with driver Mr G Robinson speeding to the scene.
Bridgetown Advocate reports the city announces a new member joins the school board. The appointment strengthens the governance team as officials outline the role and expected contributions slated for the upcoming term.
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