17 Aug 1945
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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1945
Page
1
After unconditional surrender of Japan the Japanese Cabinet resigns and War Minister Gen Korechika commits suicide. Tokio radio claims Allied surrender terms will be signed with MacArthur as supreme allied commander.
Full supplies and early delivery guaranteed. Phone 242.
Council discussed private flood concerns after heavy rain. Letters from residents questioned council power to permit drainage work and land flooding amid blocked blocks. Health inspector noted water disappeared by inspection. matter referred to the Engineer for action. Sunday socials at Railway Institute drew large crowds.
The Drill Moll event Friday evening featured Leu Ting eel with gum nod wattle Witmer and Mine Noneye Drummond leading the center stage. An orchestra played Crom dale as the audience joined in a light crowd mood with a performance of There’ll Always Be an England and a playful twist with the Twokey Pokey.
Preparations underway for a bowling event at Memorial Hall on Wednesday 22 August at 7 pm. Following reports and the balance sheet, office bearers for the coming season will be elected. Trophies from the past season will be presented as members look forward to a happy evening.
A garbled account mentions V.A.C.C. Flying, meetings, and discussions about aviation topics. It references Harnett, De Vinod, and various figures, noting inquiry results, organizational duties, and the long span of involvement. details are unreadable in places.
The Swanpool Red Cross Circle expresses thanks to Meniomnes Hayes Rondere Tolliday Thom paan Lana and I. J. Heaney for their support. Members will provide luncheon and afternoon tea at the Swanpool golf gymkhana. donations to the secretary are welcome. A month dance had fair attendance with a novelty dance won by Mr F Holt and Miss Valda Holt. trophies donated by Mesdamen Merrigan and V Heaney.
Peace news from London at 9 am sparked a town celebration in Benalla. Sirens, bells, horns, flags, dancing crowds, and a famous street party along Bridge Street with dozens of shops, factories, and a colorful procession led by workers from Latoaf & Callil. The evening included a dance, a memorial service, sports events, and community gatherings, with strong turnout throughout the town.
The advisory outlines delivery of potatoes between August 12 and August 18 inclusive. Clarkeon says growers who have marked all No 1 grade potatoes may in future fulfill their full quota with No 1 grade potatoes when requested to deliver.
Final preparations for the Queen Carnival proceed with committee oversight. Donnell appointed trainer of the event, ensuring concert and ball plans align with public expectations for an official evening of entertainment.
Special Thanksgiving for Peace services will be held throughout the Methodist Circuit on Sunday. Large congregations are expected as districts promote and advertise the event.
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