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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1940
Page
1
The Women’s Auxiliary met Tuesday at St Andrew’s Hall Mem Hotel Federal to review plans for moving the annual center event. Arrangements were made for wives and workers to assist and prepare for service with emphasis on wartime needs and interviews.
Railway official announces Tatong line will commence service in September. Residents allege misleading statements as discussions cover motor rail service and fare arrangements. Community meetings noted scrutiny of White Gate issues and local interviews referencing road and rail connections.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a court refusal or ruling with garbled names and phrases. It mentions a hearing, a request, and an outcome, but essential details and parties remain unreadable.
A Benalla meeting of the Packonse Committee reports tensions over the voluntary Contributing Scheme. President Mr L Gareens notes opposition and concerns about funds and control. Local officials and committees discuss aims, with several names and roles in the Benalla Patriotic Fund involvement. The scheme faces questions of eligibility, participation, and financial targets as residents weigh support.
The report urges improved lighting for railway workers on the Fort branch line affecting platform and dinner areas. It notes an upcoming meeting or conference with the Railway Electrification Committee and mentions safety concerns raised by station staff and local officials.
An authorised committee plans another Win the War rally in Victoria to boost funding for the war effort. Speakers urge collective support across denominations as money targets are discussed and fundraising groups form to mobilise communities.
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