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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1938
Page
7
A reflective piece on reading shaping character and intellect. It argues wholesome literature calms passions and promotes mental growth, urging parents to provide edifying books, cultivate active reading, and avoid trashy or sensational works that corrupt youth. Strong emphasis on disciplined, thoughtful engagement with texts.
The article notes that Australia has the tallest trees, with Western Australia housing giant eucalyptus near Lake Alexander on the Geographe Peninsula. Chief Surveyor Brockman, under Premier John Workrest, surveyed land in 1886 to determine first class land in the good rainfall region.
A report to the Surveyor-General notes immense trees possibly over three thousand years old, with claims of giants in the Amazon valley. Brockman compares distant treetop silhouettes to a scarlet tapestry, prompting interest in whether similar towering specimens exist in the state.
A letter from Messer Auoelle and Winn to Hridgemwen Road Board requests extension of the poundage due to pigs or strays eating near their properties. Mr. Toyer referred to reports at the last meeting.
The Bridge Town Road Board met Friday with W Scott presiding and members Toyer Machin Lake McAlinden Doust Campbell Bagshaw and staff. They rejected a culvert for Lt Winn and declined the second position for now. Armstrong thanked the Board for road work and urged further work. The Bridgetown Tennis Club sought tree removal affecting courts. decision postponed to next year. Footpath width in cement was approved in full. Forestry opened new tracks.
A Manjimup Adult Education Movement meeting on August 16 discussed The Problem of European Minorities. Hartley used a world map to show minority regions and argued that nation state structure shapes minority outcomes, citing Scotland and England as a positive example, while Ireland’s history showed oppression under penal laws and economic hardship. He warned that future minority issues could affect Australia and urged minorities to seek equality without degrading either side.
Members of U A O D No. 513 Pride of Jardee Lodge gathered at V A Pearce residence with wives and friends for an evening of music, impromptu entertainment, and humorous games. Performers included Pop Reeves, Bertie James, Geo Territt, and Miss Zelina Hill, with Fred Anglesey winning a word game and Miss Ide Buss taking the Indies prize. Cliff Muir’s bus arrival and a round of Auld Lang Syne closed a lively night.
At a Tuesday gathering led by Bro. C. Golding Aug 30 Bridgetown Lodge hosted a mainly sociable session. Ill health reduced attendance and mixed reports on members hospital stays contrasted with hopeful notes on recovery while discussion focused on Friendly Societies and National Health Insurance.
B. J. Pell representative visits this district monthly with service and repairs notes. Reputable dealers list Lakes, Ser view and Bridgetown with Konkine's Draper and Manjimup branches. State Store on Main Street to Singer Sewing Machine. Vie Callie.
Minutes show decisions on funding from the Hoard, curb installation at Terminus Hotel, widening Knox Street, gravelling on Whestley's Hill, and inquiries to Manjimup Nanoop and Boyup Brook. Also noted are timber removals and lattice door procurement, plus land considerations for road expansion.
In a local council discussion, officials debated designating the Central Ward as a poundage area. Mr Mitchell supported the move, while Mr Campbell urged a conference among ward members to finalize plans. The decision proposed declaring the entire Central Ward a pernduee area.
An advertisement offers Nu Liquid Nu Metal for vans, tractors, and engines claiming improved performance, reduced piston slap and rattles, and harmless operation. It promises a 10,000 mile guarantee, trial samples by C.O.R. from Richmond Station Melbourne, and requires agents and free samples.
A scrambledOCR style report cites Mr Hartles and Mrs Leonard discussing community concerns at a public meeting. The text references anti Jewish rhetoric and a call for reform, noting a trend mentioned by observers and a planned discussion on September 13. The fragmentary record preserves names and aims but lacks clear context.
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