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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1953
Page
4
The fortnightly stock sale at Benalla yards Tuesday 21st featured light wethers and ram lambs with brisk competition. Prices held firm near recent values though some lines offered were below peak bids. buyers from local and district yards pushed prices higher on well-conditioned lots.
A man with 16 years in the business forms a partnership with two nephews to take over Cony Cafe in Bridge Street. Paul and Steve Matis arrive from Waitaratta to run the new venture. Eldest Steve Matis, formerly in N.S.W. cafes, leads the trio with varied experience. They plan to capitalize on the cafe’s unusually spacious room and focus on meals.
J G O Shea of Mair Street confirms responsibility for all election matters this week. The notice states he accepts the duties and will oversee related affairs in the local process.
A council meeting praised Sergeant Healey for coordinating radio use during emergencies. They reviewed calls at Baddaginnie where an oxy cutter aided vehicle rescue and at a highway fire later deemed a controlled burn. The group supported continuing radio use for rapid response and thanked Arnott and Carder drivers for quick aid.
Doug Newth of Hanyon whier spacer seventeen months at Korea was among soldiers recently returning home on leave and given a welcome by the mayor of that city. The event occurred Saturday with renewed woequaditladiors noted at the lure wert.
The Vanguard car debuts with a redesigned body and refined interior. A test run confirms improved visibility, 80 mph top speed, 68 bhp engine, and forward-looking features including air conditioning and a full-width rear window. Price on the road is £1196 19 6, higher than last year’s £1149.
Benalla circuit services set for Sunday April 26 1953 with 11 am and 7 pm meetings led by Rev TC Carne, plus an afternoon deputation and church meeting. Other talks include Rev E K Ditterich at 3 pm and local gatherings at Upper Ryan's Creek Molyullah and nearby by Mr D R Sutherland and Mr W Thirlwell for Overseas Mission Day.
A fragment notes a painted tile sign created by John Guare O'Shea for the Benalla proprietors in Benalla Victoria. The item references an address at 10 Mair Otrest and mentions the Benalla area in a local signage context.
William Brendan Carmody a former Brian resident died in Me Den on April 7. He played football with Corowa and St Patrick’s before serving at St James where he ran the Commercial Hotel for four years and aided locals. A life member of the St James Coursing Club, he later lived in Melbourne at Sir Walter Scott and Ceelon before settling in St Kilda until his death. He was known as a good friend and active in district affairs.
The death occurred at Convent of Mother Teresa Joseph aged 77. Daughter of the late John and Mary Williamson born in Melbourne. She served many years at the convent and was loved by pupils and parents. Burial at Benalla cemetery after a convent chapel service officiated by Monsignor Rohan.
Thirty teams will compete in the table tennis competition with the draw to be published in the next issue. Clubs must pay affiliations 10 shillings per team and 2 shillings 6 pence per player by May 11.
The Benalla Matrons Club held its annual meeting at the Broken River Hotel and approved an At Home Cabaret to be staged at Memorial Hall on June 19 with a real band and catered savories. Hostesses and committee members named included Mrs Bracy, Mrs Stranghear, and Mrs Shea. attendance limited by space, guest invitations by subscription.
Ruckman Barry Kearney trained with Benalla on Tuesday as John Nicholson recuperates with a broken collarbone. Officials aim to secure Kearney’s signature while jockeying for Canton, with Jack Green and Philip Green among players showing form for selection in the May 2 Wangaratta game. Len Kelly and Tan Currie impressed in training with others contesting spots.
Benalla and Seymour High Schools each won two contests in the BHS cricketers inter zone finals while Numurkah took one event. Benalla beat Shepparton High by eight runs to win the first inter zone final with 7/6 from Bennell and Crimmins strong bowling. Girls and boys tennis saw Seymour, Wangaratta and Benalla advancing as zone finalists with close sets and scores recorded.
Local notice outlines a Band gathering at Barkly Street for 10 15 am at the Shire Hall with a hymn and a meeting in the International venue. A football club event at Benalla All & Club includes a friendly on Sunday at 9 am with Tolmie team arrivals and a planned home game on May 9. A cordial invitation extends to clubs to join and bring supporters.
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