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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 17, 1943
Page
1
Frederick McKenzie late of Kirup farmer and hewer dies intestate. All claimants to estate must send written particulars to J. T. Glynn Public Trustee before October 6 1945. Dated September 6 1945 Perth.
The Bridgetown Advocate reports Italy’s unconditional surrender reshaping the war outlook. Allies push operations in the south and center while German forces threaten northern Italy. Navy and air actions underscore ongoing hostilities, with Italy effectively an Allied power despite German influence.
August Red Cross receipts total 188 pounds 17 shillings 10 pence with numerous donations from individuals toward general fund and POW relief. A Bridgetown packet read yields 50 pounds in nation’s service. 2 tons 6 cwt paper sent for disposal and room for more waste. Nora Parker leads a seven four unit bound for the Middle East with welfare inquiries and 400 tons of supplies. The toy competition closes September 30 at Londen Court shop for Red Cross funds.
A stroke event at Heidgetown Golf Links saw G Tester win with strong scores amid rough course conditions and many entries led by Michelle Gea. The field faced wind and weeds. next week features stableford scoring and a renewal on September 25 to decide the Sparks Memorial Cup.
Fragmentary notes describe Scouts in a railway yard and a mystery hike. References to Cub and Scout participants include Sonny Boy and KE, with unspecified weight figures and cars left behind. The tone hints at playful mishaps and yard adventures during a Tuesday outing.
Noel Williams reports Bridgetown War Patriotic Fund seeks local hosts to billet Royal Navy and Merchant Navy men from September 21 to 28. Twelve sailors arrive September 21 with three more, as hospital committees coordinate with Perth to arrange accommodation for visiting naval personnel.
The Soldiers Welfare Committee sponsored a dance raising 14 pounds 6 shillings 6 pence for the New Ambulance Appeal. Mrs. Tomelty’s orchestra provided music. the supper was by the ladies’ committee. A busy week includes a child fancy dress ball by Girl Guides and Boy Scouts for the same appeal and updates on local visits, hospital needs, and Red Cross activities.
The article compiles donors for the New Ambulance Van Appeal, listing many individuals and groups with varied contributions. It includes names such as W. Chrisp, Mrs L Godley, J. Sparks, M. Moulton, and numerous local supporters from Winnigenp area, totaling £248 9s 6d, along with authorized collectors L V Klopper and local road boards.
Saturday event for Scouts and Cubs drew about thirty children. Four tank journeys proved challenging while first aid stood out as excellent. Most participants navigated well though a few blisters appeared, and American guides demonstrated sturdy gait training.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a hockey event with scattered names and times. The readable portions indicate a Sunday game near Edleetayoi with players greeted and reported actions. Details are incomplete and names unclear due to transcription errors.
Fragmentary correspondence questions the link between a Sweet Sixteen sign and theatre street naming in Dridgetown. The text includes garbled phrases and possible placeholders, lacking coherent events or identifiable persons.
Mr 1 Hall, president of the WA battle reports mixed tobacco appraisals with a long tail of inferior leaf. The event notes low grade leaf impacts on the overall average price and cites uncertainty in future refinements. several lots show varied values while the process awaits clearer trends in quality.
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