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Newspaper

Benalla Ensign

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 05, 1954

Page

8

Gossip from Whmen peRESSIONS ABROAD winter climate

A travelogue recounts impressions from abroad describing quirky scenes from London to Venice. It notes daffodils, Kentucky horse farms, Paris wine wagons, and canal trips in Amsterdam, Venice, and the Rhine. An open air Faust performance in Rome draws 10 000 attendees. Distress in France, Italy and Ireland is described as heart breaking.

Am~ Dam Venice Rhine Rome Faust St. Mark's Square Trafalgar Square London France Italy Ireland

Assumption Old Collegians Ball Promises Night of Music

A reunion event for the Assumption Old Collegians will be hosted at Buros Civic Hall on an August Tuesday. The program lists Wan Benalin and Shepparton performers, with Brawdford Kil fretures featuring Don y Weyer Earl's ind and Keymour Rhythm. A late ABC compere may oversee proceedings, with Mr Orrali Maloney coordinating activities.

Ale of the Assumption Old Collegians Buros Civic Hall Wan Benalin Shepparton Brawdford Kil Dony Weyer Earl's Ind ABC Orrali Maloney TMU

Pygmalion at Shire Hall Promises Colorful Performance

Victoria's Travelling Theatre brings Shaw's Pygmalion to Shire Hall on Friday August 13. Melbourne actor Alex Scott, rising star with Union Theatre Repertory, will headline and discuss his path from Ballarat to drama studies and radio acting.

George Bernard Shaw Pygmalion Ife Victoria Travelling Theatre Shire Hall Union Theatre Repertory Company Alex Hsmaels Tam

Weekly Star Guide Sees Shifting Personal Fortunes

A fragmented star guide notes varied experiences through late August, urging caution in finances and travel while highlighting personal contacts. It hints at new cycles improving business and social life after mid August, with emphasis on Aquarius period dynamics and marriage or partnership themes.

Benalla VR Jottings Highlights Social Dinner Cut as Costs Rise

In a unanimous Institute committee meeting held last Sunday at Benalla, the annual dinner long a milestone was deemed too costly and will be replaced by an October event with an admittance charge. Attendance was near total as the current committee plans new leadership. Carpet bowls produced mixed results with five teams and several byes, while winners included J Graham, J Sandlant, L Price and Mrs L Snow. An alphabetical singles winner was Miss D Prior. Tonight a VR Institute oper night with a 2 shilling 0d entry invites railway staff to attend. cake plates will be served. Weather affected the event with sour weather and damp conditions noted.

Benalla Sundday Onenan Selecction J. Graham J Sandlant L. Price L Snow D Prior

Social Afternoon at High School Social Evening

Room 13 overflowed at the High School as the Ladies Welfare Club hosted a social afternoon. Members were honored by the president Mrs Errey and guests Mesdames McCallay Cook Blackburn Alexander, with Miss Mayson receiving home made biscuits. The headmaster Mr Alexander urged support for hosting teams from Melbourne and Morwell on August 20. A color travel talk by Mrs Mayson highlighted snow scenes in Russia, followed by music by Mrs Williams McCabe and Sturken. A vote of thanks was given to Mrs Maynon and Mrs Alexander for their help.

Ladies’ Welfare Club Errey Jesdames Williams McCabe

Benalla Boys Club hosts enjoyable cabaret ball

A cabaret ball organized by the Benalla Boys Club attracted about 130 attendees. Notable figures like Constable Les Benleed attended to support the event and helped raise funds for a new club creation.

Medyrn Benalla A. Tateot Count Py Les Benleed

Methodist News: Preparations for county fair and prayers

The church announces a special service on the morning of the fair with prayers for harvest. A stall for fruit and vegetables will be set up August 20 at John Cooper Hall. Chula will meet Tuesday afternoon for final arrangements. Mantells depart for a new Bal home.

Formar WU Rotitiene Lacie, Wortue Harti Nive Indien Harrison John Cooper Hall Larsen” Chula B. W. Mantell Bal

Tea and Talk at Ninistes Club Meeting

The meeting featured Mrs Matteon giving an interesting talk to a gathering including Mrs Dark and Mr Moylan. A delicious afternoon tea was served afterward and attendees expressed thanks to the host.

Besley Red Cros Dark Welpone Hiv Mooragyun Presseriird Howe Parc

Appointment for Guild conference attendance and donations voted

Harmer was appointed to attend the Guild conference on August 9. The secretary was instructed to inquire how donations were allocated. Donations were voted to the ball and to the Santa Onan Wattle Day appeal on August 20.

Cacholiy Eibetlee Perth Ania Anyourtes Mesdamen J Myvlon Wil Harmer

New Arrivals From Devenish and Benalla District

A series of birth notices from Devenish Lima East Warrenbayne and Benalla District Hospital reports newborns. Peter Geoffrey to P E Syan of Lima East. Christopher Charles to James Hooper of Devenish. Wayne Keith to Albert Hooper of Devenish. Christopher Srie to Eric Seisions of Warrenbayne. Congratulatory notes extend to families.

How More Peter Geoffrey P. E. Syan Lima East James Hooper Devenish Christopher Charles Benalla and District Hospital Wayne Keith Albert Hooper Benalla and Disiriet Hospital

Dookie Infant Welfare Centre Plans Annual Centre Bands Event

At the quarterly meeting of the Dookie Infant Welfare Centre arrangements were set for the annual bands effort. The Shepparton Symphony Orchestra will again present to the public a delightful evening of music on Monday 20 September.

Dookie Infant Welfare Centre Shepparton Symphony Orchestra

Warrenbayne Hospital Ball at Baddaginnie

Buddaginnie and Warrenbayne held their annual hospital ball on July 23 with locals and visitors enjoying Gunn's orchestra. The hall featured streamers balloons and flowers. The Belle of Belles selection saw Miss Judy Luckhurst of Benalla crowned by judges Mr and Mrs Ballantine and Mrs Rolls.

Buddaginnie Warrenbayne Baddaginnie Gunn Benalla

Returning Home From Warrenbayne Visit

Returning home today to South Alatralia are Mr and Mrs Tay Chapman and their two daughters who have been the tests of Mr and Mrs Albert James of Warrenbayne.

South Alatralia Tay Chapman Albert James Warrenbayne

Friendship Club Notes and Meeting Oddities

A fragmented report lists Friendship Club items and attendees including Mrs Wagner and Mrs Morgan. The note mentions a meeting, host Mr Wagner, and social plans canceled after next Tuesday due to weather or other commitments. Names appear scattered and partially garbled from OCR.

Wagners Wy Beluiunstone G. Willidtnn Saute Caley Mos Morgan Corowa

Variety Tea at Tatong Hall for Miss Joy Smith

A variety tea will be tendered to Miss Joy Smith at Tatong Hall on Saturday night. A cordial invitation is extended. Ladies are asked to provide a basket for the supper.

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