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Newspaper

Benalla Ensign

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 12, 1954

Page

12

Farewell for Leo Crawford in Benalla parish gathering

Long farewell in Benalla parish honors Leo Crawford as he retires from parish life. Speakers praise his loyal service at St Joseph's and Holy Name Society, noting his ties to St Joseph's Tennis Club, Glen Eira visits, and work with St Patrick's Race Club. Parishioners present a token of esteem and wish him length of days and continued blessings.

Guneet Gunvohane Isolre Marge Clare Marts Nuriax Jack Pe Ryan Dean Ryan Mr. Crawford Crawford St. Joseph's Parish St. Joseph's Tennis Club Glen Eira St. Joseph's Athletic Club Steve Kennedy St. Patrick's Race Club Jack Taloghino Jack Jack Gleeson St. Joseph's Holy Name Society C. Keenan Vin Pitzgerald Jack Wheatland Tosary Amily Mwe Leavng Benalla Winifred T He Eservon

No Parking Signs Considered for Street Kerbs

Council debates kerb signs on Bridge Street from Nunn Street to Post Office to curb parking and aid pedestrian flow. The Mayor and Dr. Morrison discuss options including painted kerbs posts or verandah hung signs. A four month review is agreed.

J. Manek Bridge Street Nunn Street Bennison MacKenzie

Lethal Chamber For Stray Dogs

The Borough Council discussed installing a theta chamber at the Holding Centre to address stray dogs in town. Mayor Bays indicated progress on the project, with an application already made, as Dr. Harrison urged the inspector to focus more on straying dogs and stock in the area.

Jr. W. McCall Bays Mountay Hie Balny Harrison D Latch MacKenzie Arreeta

Truck Crash Kills Nell Whitehead In Yarrawonga

Nell Whitehead, 21, of Yarrawonga, was killed when his truck crashed into a tree on Yarrawonga road twelve miles from Benalla. He was found by Mr KF Godden at about 12:15 pm after the vehicle veered off the road and the cabin was crushed. It is believed he fell asleep at the wheel while driving alone.

Nell Whitehead Yarrawonga Benalla Whitehead KF Godden Polige

Council Sympathetic to Better Lighting Plea

A deputation led by Most ors and Mr Jack Laster urged the Borough Council to fund improved street lighting and shop lighting hours. The Chamber of Commerce pledged co operation, noting recent BBC reductions and proposing time switches. Council members affirmed sympathy while weighing budgeting limits and townwide needs.

Terrad Jack Laster Evecu Chamber Council BBC S.E.C Cr Say

No Infectious Diseases Reported to Shire Council Monday

The health inspector Mr. F. Watson reported no infectious diseases since the last meeting. Glenrowan weighbridge inspections found the seal key missing but unlikely misuse. A waste tank was installed at Glenrowan Motel and has operated five to six weeks. A dead horse near Yarrawonga saleyards was removed after being traced to a sale party. A planned move of a house to Wangaratta from Mr. Martins property was certified for condition. Rubbish on Greta road inspection found no solid source.

F. Watson Glenrowan Weighbridge Mr. Watson Yarrawonga Mouse Wanghou Martin Samaria Greta

Town coffers praised after council hearing

Mr Lester thanked councillors for hearing their views before withdrawing and stated the Chamber would give wholehearted support. The remarks underline ongoing backing for local town plans and the council's willingness to consider chamber input.

Lester

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