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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 08, 1954
Page
4
Goorambat club members met last Thursday with 25 attendees to plan the Moira Group exhibition on June 22. The meeting covered pavilion setup, water supply, and participant roles with several members drawing up arrangements. Awards and future events were noted, including a May tea and upcoming handkerchief handiwork competition.
A jumble of cooking notes and directions for corn muffins stuffing roast potatoes and a pastry batter. Reads like a hurried cut of kitchen tips with ingredient lists for corn muffins stuffing bread crusts and a fruit batter, plus baking guidance and serving ideas.
A London designer named Dolels unveils a novel women’s shoe called Toadstool. Crafted in thin red calf, it draws on native Indian craftsmanship with a distinctive sole held by a tongue passing through the toes attached to the flat dish.
The column outlines a weekly star guide from March to May with scattered zodiac notes. It mentions Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo Libra and other signs in a jumbled style, noting personal handling of events, business favors, and social activity. includes dates and vague forecasts. The text is garbled but suggests astrology oriented guidance for work and relationships.
A ward en party hosted by Mr Provan the principal of Dookie is set for Saturday. A large crowd is expected to attend in Benalla and nearby areas as preparations proceed.
Altogether 28 attended the meeting with many apologies. The treasurer reported a credit of £9 13s in the domestic account. The president Mrs Williams thanked the ladies for serving afternoon tea to men in the school grounds on Saturday March 20. A wreath will be laid on the monument on Anzac Day April 25. The parents contribution fund was outlined and praised as an asset to the school. The school committee set a monthly scheme. four stalls of cakes, sweets, and drinks were planned for April 13 with helpers scheduled. Members Willams Ostie Hassell Dolphin Milngwort Lester Sutcliffe and Ford were noted.
Regal Cinema screens Thunder Bay this weekend featuring James Stewart Joanne Dru and Gil Bert Roland with Dan Duryea in a drama rich plot about a robust Irish American family facing treachery. The supporting feature Sally and Saint Anne stars Ann Blyth and Earn Gwenn and adds warmth and humor alongside the main film.
The advertisement proclaims CLENTEX as the greatest single advancement in the dry cleaning industry, claiming it is more than mere dry cleaning. It emphasizes novelty and superiority, urging readers to explore the product as a major breakthrough in garment care.
The choir will render Stainer's Crucifixion at a choral service in preparation for Easter next Sunday evening. Senior male voice soloists are K Brown, Hubert Gibbs and Clive Cook. Mrs Myre Gardiner will conduct the choir. On Good Friday April 16 a combined Presbyterian and Methodist service will be held at the Presbyterian Church at 10am. Reverend Austair McLean will lead the service and Rev Keith Ditterich will preach. Ginx Command meets Friday evening led by Mesdamea Chamon and Poltenger. The minister praised the Sunday School officers for a successful Warrenbayne picnic last Saturday. Evensong services will be held at Euroa next Tuesday and Deveniat next Thursday with Rev L B Eldridge and Rev Keith Ditterich addressing friends of Mr Oscar James of Warrenbayne. James has endured much suffering with fortitude and courage.
Benalla Police arrange a Friday programme on May 21 at Shire Hall to aid the building fund. A special committee listed artists and expects strong public support for what is described as one of the best local shows. The club reports a balance of £487 11s 2d and a £150 donation from the Indies auxiliary.
Recent discussion on reviving Japanese trade highlights the AWN.Z. Tank quarterly review noting its significance beyond rivalry with Lancashire cottons. The piece discusses currency for Australia wool, urgent reforms to postwar trade practices, and the shift from multilateral to bilateral exchanges affecting Australia Japan and other economies.
Readable notes announce births and arrivals including a daughter named Marie at Rosemore and a baby girl for Mr and Mrs Parremer of Afton Avenue. Also mention Mrs Johnwynne and Christine among arrivals from Benalla and Bowron connections. Includes hospital birth at Beralla and District Memorial Hospital for Gael Prances to Mr and Mrs Cresp on Purcell Street.
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