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Bridgetown Advocate

Location

Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Sep 12, 1941

Page

6

Obituary of Mrs Williams of Bridgetown 1873 194? noted

Aereeyt records the death of Mrs Maud Alice Williams at 68, occurred at her home Astley Bridgetown, following a long life in Bunbury and Greenhugh es. Born February 1 1873 at Bunbury, she married Robert Williams in Bunbury May 1492. She was active in Bridgetown Red Cross and Agricultural Society and remembered for charity. Survived by husband six daughters and four sons. Funeral Saturday from Astley residence 215 Pim, service to follow conducted by Rev TW Parma.

Aecord Maud Alice Awidwins Tady Astley Hriegetowan Walth Ilevea Bun Wry Rose Robert (Arly Williams A Perth Doreen Keith Walter Bridgetown Parma

Funeral of Robert Wakefield in Nannup Cemetery

The funeral for the late Robert John Wakefield was held at All Saints Anglican Church Nannup and the cemetery service followed. He died at Nannup Hospital after illness, survived by wife and family including Jim and Ray Wakefield. A wartime veteran and RSL member, he was buried with Last Post by Trumpeter Miles and pallbearers L Bickerton A Bickerton Av Dean P Badrick P Stewart A Hutchins.

Robert John Wakefield Nannup Ray Wakefeld RAAP Melbourney May- Juw Joan Wakefield Luunera All Saints Anglican Church Wakefield RSL Rsl. the Casket Was Raped With the Cun Jick and the Pall Bearers Were Messrs L. Bickerton A Bickerton

Community Knitting Together for War Efforts in Bridgetown

A large farewell and welcome gathering at the Lesser Mall honored Private K Robinson and newlyweds Mr and Mrs J Miller. The event blended local clubs and the Soldiers Welfare Committee with music by Mrs O Briens orchestra. Gifts included a wallet for Private Robinson and bookends for the Millers, as townsfolk praised service, friendship, and cooperative spirit.

Ain K. Robinson Maminup Mord St. Ang J. Miller Cooperatin Vari Soldiers’ Welfare Committee O'Brien Mr. Miller Parents and Citizens’ Association Mr O'Brien O Brien Mier Mra. Rawson Toyer Bridgetown Road Board Robinson Sydney H. M Brown BJ. Stuart Ins Parents and Citzens' Association Miller Craig No Toys Chantry Women's Association Dempster Vice Dent Southern Division Webul Wits Bridgetown Inc Remeiition

Miss Frida Taylor Named Publicity Officer for Bridgetown Repertory Club

Miss Frida Taylor has agreed to serve as publicity officer for the Bridgetown Repertory Club, announcing the appointment and outlining duties to promote upcoming performances. Her appointment strengthens the club's public outreach and event promotion efforts for the season.

Methodist Special Services Across Bridgetown andOutlying Areas

Special Services were held Sunday and weeknightly in Bridgetown Nanoup and Greenbushes as part of Oversex Mission Work of the Methodist Church. Attendance was disappointing but participants joined in a shared empirewide Intercession. Rev Charles Daley spoke on practical faith while Mr Daley and Mr Boyle discussed overseas missionary experiences in New Britain Donnybrook and Callie.

Seton Hi Goa Toyard Charles Daley Bridgetown Daley New Britain Nan ‘Nyp Boley Donnybrook Callie

Bridgetown Hospital Adds New Wings and Facilities

Bridgetown Hospital will undergo additions and alterations after Moyes and Son won the tender. The project costs 28180 pounds 15 shillings and includes a brick building with a datekey extensive sinks and pantry rooms nurse quarters verandahs and a new X ray room. A hot water system is excluded while boiler and asbestos laundry facilities are planned with possible prior inclusion.

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Golf results from Hogey Competition and mixed foursomes

On Saturday the Boyup Brook Pirates competed in a Hogey competition where Mrs Chidgrey presented a trophy won by Mrs Selling who finished one down. Mrs Wright was runner up with our down. Mrs Chidwsey defeated Mrs Doust 4 2 for the Championship. On Sunday a mixed foursomes event over 18 holes in ideal conditions saw Mrs Stennity and Bert McRobb win with 24 points behind the runners up Mrs McRobb and Groban Wright.

Boyup Brook Chidgrey Selling Wright Chidwsey Doust Stennity Bert McRobb McRobb Groban Wright Als Bethanyuy Wuapers Bowers Lew Mrs Meagties Bf. Weight Chidgsey Bamogs Jeffers

Pemberton Club Sees Tree Block Fairway Before Championship

A large tree fell across No 2 fairway at Pemberton Club last week, hindering play before the championships. Workers removed the obstruction and prepared the course while a handicap competition ran with two divisions. He Green posted 71 net in the event, competing in the A. Grae Championship.

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Repertory Club Plans Courtship of New Year Projects

The Repertory Club announced rewards and events to fund its own seating and Mercantile Marine fund. A one act play by Mrs Haselhurst will open a program with musical items by the club choir. The group plans a grand variety show in February and a December penny trail to swell funds.

Bloor Jun Supsistent Joe Ranberry Dejihinl Ail Bill Suiter Anl Mirse Pguren Fuaite Lote Messrs le Bearer Haselhurst A. McKinnon Jt Fas Teen Hlaartewens Manjimup Fop Mercantle Marine

Grade results from 3 events list names and scores

In the event results, HH Deadman Tun scored 96 with 22 74, R Faye 102 with 6 76, B Hanley 114 with 25 86, G Betty 1 ase M Chifton 410 2649 and Roles 120 39 0.

Deadman Tun R. Faye B. Hanley G Betty Ase M Chifton Roles

Bridgetown Club Bogey Event Sees Strong Windy Round

Bridgetown Club held a bogey competition last Saturday with high wind and wet conditions. Dexter won the event while several players posted scores such as Hester two down Moyes three down Strugnell four down Salvair down Davies down and Taver six down with a small field returning cards. Next Saturday will feature four ball bogeys.

Dexter R Hester E. Moyes EH. Strugnell Hester T Salvair Davies W. Taver Ple Wauchope

Red Cross Undge town Branch Meeting Notes Donations and Plans

The September meeting at Lesser Hall was led by Mrs. Dallas with 68 attendees. Donations from multiple members included flowers, cakes, and textile items, totaling several pounds, with profits from sales of stickers and baskets. Mr. Dallas praised transport class results and thanked coach Mr. Alan Rooke. Miss Norm Parker will visit Pridgetown on October 10 and 18 to speak on Red Cross work in Australia and overseas. A sympathy vote was given to the Doust family. After the meeting 80 eggs were packed and sent to headquarters, and a large packing list of clothing and supplies was prepared for shipment to the Packing Rooms in Howard Street, Perth.

Bloxame Yarnup Victory Roth Chins Shop E. @ Doust Gordon Smith Mosatan's Park Gray Hart G. Chidgrey Stevens BE Hill Towers Blechyndem Jr, Waters Elder Smith N Krenlott Dallas Alan Rooke Norm Parker Pridgetown Red Cris Society Australia Doust Whistler Howard Sti Perth

Scouts Parade Proposal for September 26

The Bridgetown Troop plans a public parade on September 26 to showcase their cleanup effort and recycling drive. Members collected waste paper, magazines, books, and wood for the project and assisted in yard chores for the hospital and water yards.

Bridgetown Provects Te Bos Scouts Quick Anid Amyyag

Police Court Before Messe A Bartlett and G Chidgrey

William Adams charged with racing along Hampton and Steere Streets Bridge Town at excessive speed. Found guilty and fined £2 and 1/4 costs.

Oo Mondys William Adams Masjimyo Hampton and Steere Streets Bridgetown

Church Notices Sunday Events and Service Times

Sunday September 1 Bridgetown schedule lists 1 am 1 pm and 3 pm services at various locations. Monday September 15 8 pm Evensong and sermon at Alpin Servite. Tuesday September 4 7 30 Evensong and service at Leversupe. Autumn notices include Rev WOW bapa and Lantern servis at Mall Lantern.

English St Vincent's September 1 Holy Communion Service

The parish of Trinity Church holds a Holy Communion at 8 am on September 1 and a Sunday School session, Matins and Sermon at 10:00, followed by Evensong and Berton at 7:00 pm with the main worship and evening prayers.

ST Vacl

Letters and Articles on Lonely Sol System War Censorship

The text discusses censorship of letters to lonely soldiers and prisoners of war, warning against aiding enemy propaganda. It notes strict scrutiny of correspondence, risks of anonymous pen pals, and the need to avoid expressing sentiments that could reveal information. Paris food shortages and worker hardship are described with rationing and queues, noting overwork and hunger. Victor Vinge reference included.

Mr. Spender Paris Parsiey Aonsehulds Ft Victor Vinge Goetborgs Hantela- Oh Sjofart-Tigning

Spring Awakens in Sunlit Bloom and Fresh Renewal

A vivid, if imperfect, meditation on spring’s return. Warm sunshine, crisp air, and new growth transform the world as flowers, leaves, and buds emerge. The piece urges embracing nature’s renewal, preserving country beauty, and the joy and faith sparked by spring’s awakenings.

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