Flooding Inundates Many Homes After Lurg Storm
Torrential rains and a cloud burst in the Lurg district floodwaters early Friday morning, drowning about households in Cunningham Barkly Nixon and Balisbury Streets and Tonkin's Parade. Water rose over four feet in several areas as residents rushed to safety and boats were used to reach stranded homes. Street scenes showed widespread inundation with damage to property and disruption across the town.
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Lurg
Cunningham, Barkly, Nixon and
Balisbury
Tonkin's Parade
Rubinbury Street
Wii Woolsue
scarcity of players prompts Tatong FC reform
The Tatong Football Club held its annual meeting to review a credit balance amid a scarcity of players. After discussion the club voted to reform for the forthcoming year and allocate funds from the hall fund to support efforts.
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Tatong Football Club
Damage at Molyullah and District Roads
Damage reports describe flooding and road destruction across Molyullah and nearby districts. Roads including Molyullah Tateng, Payne's Lane, Avon's Creek to Melvultah, and Shepparton road suffered severe washouts with culverts moved and bridges undermined. Farmers report land under water and widespread property damage.
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Molyullah
Hevon
Molyullah-Tateng
Ryan Ero
du Payne's Lane
Payne
Avon's Creek Bridge
Melvultah
Chivers
Hundreds of motorists stranded in flood sparked city chaos
Widespread flooding left hundreds of drivers stranded on major highways and city streets. Rescue teams worked understrained conditions as authorities urged caution and coordinated diversions while repairs and thawing efforts continued.
Evacuation and Flood Rescue Report From Town Streets
Fragmentary OCR from a local page describes a flood event with Mrs Likeman aided by a bore and dray, saving her from a flooded home. Reported water depths reach two feet with yard flooding and water entering houses as residents evacuate. Mention of streets, addresses, and neighborhood names indicates a widespread inundation and emergency response by local authorities.
Swam Out at Agricultural Boelery Event
A garbled report describes salvage difficulties at an agricultural gathering where officials including Mrs Her Ver and Mr W A Trewin faced delays as bad waters marooned attendees. Mr Trewin reportedly managed to reach shore.
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Agricultural Boelery
Bret— Ing
Benalla West Flood Damages Nearby Stores
A flood hits Benalla West causing water damage to shops and residences. Emergency crews battled rising waters, with multiple streets affected and evacuations advised as authorities worked to prevent further damage. Local businesses reported loss of inventory and access difficulties amid ongoing river swelling.
Kicked by Horse Leaves Rider Hurt in Public Ride
A rider was knocked to the ground after being struck by a horse during a public event. Witnesses say the horse reared and trampled the rider’s leg, causing injuries. Responders arrived quickly to assist and transport the injured person.
Postmasters Home Ransacked in Benalla Theft
At Mair Street the home of Mrs B Waller postmaster was broken into on a Saturday night. A quantity of valuable jewelry was stolen and clothing and papers were rifled or thrown about. Police under Sergeant McMillan conducted investigations hoping to recover goods and identify suspects.
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Mair Street
B. Waller
Benalla
Alma Wobbler
Alikhe
Digit
Wemcrest
Molyullah News Signals Weather Hampering Local Harvests
Reports from Molyullah describe heavy rain halting harvesting as farmers like Mensa W Clarke and Isin suspend operations due to inclement weather. A pre-sport celebration is planned for May after cricket victory. An abundance of district feed spurred a cattle influx with one landholder buying twenty head.
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Corne
Keverne
Clarke
Isin
Weddings at St Patrick’s Church Wangaratta
A series of weddings described from St Patrick’s Wangaratta and nearby churches. Myrtle Edna Mary Cronin and Kevin John Hocking wed at St Patrick’s with Brigidine nuns flower arrangements and a reception at a local venue. The bride wore ivory with a long train. bridesmaids wore tinted frocks and veils. The couple’s future home is Wangaratta. Additional weddings include Miss May Hunter and Mr Ernest Crowe at St Andrew’s Henalla, and Miss Florence Goodman and Mr Peter Darann at the Methodist Church, Wervatim. The items recount attire, attendants, and post ceremony plans.
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Bt. Patrick's Church
Wangarathe
Myrtle Edna Mary
James Cronin
Bwanpool
Benalla
Kevin John
Atetoids
Mateh
Dar Cheip Cewiling
Heweynete
Fitatinn
Mir Warren Pfoekine
Mor Hopton Salen
Rome
Abe
Rontia
Cere
Adios
Carmel Ennilrettery
Anne Nace
Pepe
Nmi
Poe
Sania
Cheaneh
Wervatim
Mary Gondman
George Goodman
Beneala
Aichans Goodman
Futi Ten
Burjarg
St Andrew's Presbyterian Church
Henalla
Misa E May Hunter
Ernest Edward Crowe
Fev
Simeng
R. Winter
Kilferra
Miasen Dart Hunter
Besale Crowe
Malbourna
Sydney
Mra Crowe
Tutong
Wedding of Vera Dilemmires in Wangaretta styling
The ceremony at Holy Trinity featured Vera Dilemmires of Meyleene and her groom Conneder and Mra Tlewan Bt. The bride wore a wine shade frock with a shoulder spray of rimne and was a striking centerpiece for a wedding described as formal and joyous. The couple plan to reside in Swan Hood Wangarntoa after a Melbourne honeymoon.
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Holy Trinity
Uithedral
Wangeeretta
Meyleene
Seeind
Mre
Veen Street
Menaldlia
Nml
Leon Lids
Betareey
Merninur
al Connedier
Canericker
Thrberdaley
Qead
Cme
Jan
Melbourne
Swan Hood
Wangarntoa
ANZAC DAY ARRANGEMENTS FOR MARCH AND SERVICE
Final arrangements for Anzac Day events are listed with venues at Avenue of Honor and Shire Hall. Parade duties assigned to Mert Phetick and Oh Say, a public celebration planned at Worrenboyne with LFE Willette as guest speaker. Railway concession vouchers available via Mr W Bartholomew from April 21 to 20.
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Tucminy
Benalim
Mert
Phetick
Oh Say
Neerrien
Woh Bartholomew
Correspondence On Trial And Public Debate In Benalla Shire
A garbled correspondence item discusses legal and civic issues in the Benalla Shire. It references a court defense, pleas, and potential further contention, noting local ratepayers and a historic egg tree in the district as context for ongoing public discourse.
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Polmle
Benalla
Roads to Close as County Ties Construction Plans
Notice warns of road closures in the county from May through October for public works. It directs readers to obtain permits from the council or shire engineer under specific conditions and warns of penalties for violations. The article lists multiple roads affected and stresses adherence to official instructions.
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Emery Big
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Uaem
Mere Clarke
Hee Diuehee Mee
Meres Lakeman
Comeinghaven
Moai
BOA
Helm
Hiss
Byrne Street
Barkly
Fallow
Breen
Croucher
Sleipacre
Nuient
McKinley
Curry
Ftyan
Metd Lever
Mrm
Torte
McKellar Street
Oprlen
Wi Ibeser
Dabei
Paciebe
J Nichatron
Tia
Ann Beale
Yarrawonga Road
Goo Rambat
Bumgeet
Hanireds
Ierariaa
Ean
Ieee
Chee Wien Deere
Benalla-Myprhee Road
Merrie Benalla
Tonkin
D. Gawley
Mee L. Gawley
Fluseqli Cook
Tonkin's
Weber
Cunningham Street
Bhar
Hirevilly
Sieely
Williames
Pawel
Converine
Tieute Veeleopehner
Tina Ford
Benalla Street
Benuile
Bieri
Volos
Bach
Trewin Ownm
Beck
Mr. Trewin
Benalla West
R Milles
Mts
Dinertee
Crofton
West
Molyullah News
Arven
Cring—Cronin
Grubb—Harding
Peenathe
Benignee
McCebbin
Pearadgen
Nery Houth
Wales
Lee—Goodd Man
Crowe
Hunter
Texaco
Bate Tractor
Ry Agricultural College
New South Wales
Mekeshury Agricultural College al
A. Miller and CO
Lidgerwood Bros
Devenish
J. Tonkin
Goorambat
Thoona
Oungas—Dinning
Warrenbayne
Worrenboyne
Sau
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