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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1946
Page
1
A long community column recalls Christmas sentiments by Bill Jones and updates from Toodyay. It mentions town events at the Town Hall, hotel renovations, and a busy racing and swimming scene. The piece highlights local sports, social happenings, and upcoming festive screenings at Lucas Pictures with film listings and seasonal wishes.
Mundaring Bowling Club reports a visit from Kitchener Park Club on Sunday last, Dec 15, with competitive games. The locals showed improved form despite a loss, highlighting the value of facing metropolitan clubs. Future visits include Claremont on Jan 29, Cottesloe Jan 15, and Bassendean Feb 23, with arrangements ongoing.
Miss W Coffey visits her sister Mrs D Leahy of Mt Lawley as Toodyay hosts a Christmas holiday scene. Mrs Ron Lunt from Northam calls on Coondle parents while Mr Lloyd Anderson from Perth covers Bank of NSW duties in Toodyay. Miss Aileen Egan arrives in Perth and will be met by fiancé Mr Norm Smith of Toodyay. Miss Margaret Leahy and Master Gerard Leahy visit grandmother Mrs Coffey at Dumbarton.
The Swan and Jollywood Club plan for end of season gains in teamwork and skill with potential entry into pennant competition next season as transport improves. Mundaring Roads Board supports extending the playing area and joint planning ahead of meetings with Board representatives and the Jollywood Management Committee.
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