Benalla's First Two Soldiers For Korea
The first two Benalla men to enlist for Korea are Dick Spencer and Val Cheater. Spencer, Swanpool Football Club playing coach, was a popular leader in the Benalla District League and played his last game in the semi final before enlisting. He wished Tatong players good luck, a gesture praised by townspeople. Cheater is the son of the late “Digger” Chester, Alan Chester, who has been totally blind since WWI.
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Benalla
Korea
Dick Spencer
Val Cheater
Swanpool
Yvil Chester
Alan Chester
Alan
Mem
Meri
Farewell Night for Molly O'Dea and Harry Pamphilon at Molyullah
A large send off is planned at Molyullah Hall on Monday night for Miss Molly O'Dea and Mr Harry Pamphilon who depart the district after many years. O'Dea contributed to nursing and aiding residents during sickness and Pamphilon actively supported local groups especially in sports during his five years in the area.
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Molyullah Hall
Molly O'Dea
Harry Pamphilon
Miss O'Dea
Pamptulion
Miken
Benalla V Albury Saturday Team Selection
The Friday roster lists players for Benalla versus Albury with choices including Ko Walker W Pinder G Allen R Judd T Ridweel H Curie Lighten J Mackerell B Bambridge A McDonnell E Briggs M Carson K Ridley K Bond KH Symes J Green RO Roscoe N Reilly J Andrews J Dodd K Greeson J Connolly r Mallies M Jen
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Ko Walker
W. Pinder
G Allen
R Judd
T. Ridweel
H Curie
Lighten
J. Mackerell
B Bambridge
A. McDonnell
E Briggs
M. Carson
K Ridley
K Bond
KH. Symes
J. Green
RO Roscoe N Reilly
J. Andrews
J. Dodd
K Greeson
J Connolly
R Mallies
M Jen
Generous Donation Supports Hospital Winter Appeal
The scholars of Bada glume State School led by head Wwacher Mr witha Cos Nave Gwnce Muse organized a year round effort to collect scrap wool skins and more for the Benalla Memorial Hospital. They have averaged over £30 a year and this week donated £15 to the Hospital Winter Appeal, acknowledged by the Ling uital committee.
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Badaglume
Wwacher
Witha Cos
Nave Gwnce
Lee Young
Umit
Benalla Memorial
Hospital
Linguital Committee
All Blacks Reunion Match At Benalla Showgrounds
The committee organizing a reunion match for the prewar Benalla All Blacks at the Showgrounds on Saturday plans to donate all mite proceeds to the Hospital Water Appeal. The enthusiasm shown suggests a substantial sum will be handed to Benalla Memorial Hospital.
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Benalla
Devenish Methodist Circuit Social and Services
A family social is planned at the home of Mr and Mrs H C Derrick Boweya next Saturday at 745 pm with supper contributions requested from ladies. Next Sunday services are listed at Boweya Geoormbat Waumurandull and Devenish with sermons on Shall Freedom Stun. Mid week youth club meeting set for Tungamah Church on Aug 22 at 8 pm. Special church anniversary events mark 2001 years at Devenish with services on Sept 10 and American Tea on Sept 14.
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H CC Derrick. Boweya
Boweya
RK. J. Smith
Alan Gibbs
Waumurandull
Devenish
Wil Ce
Stu Constable
Tungamah
Devenikn Methodist Courch
Borough Commended On Town Planning Scheme Referred Back
The Board endorses a cul de sac approach to reduce land and street costs and improve safety though it notes drainage and width issues. It urges the council to rework several street sections and consider alternatives before resubmission. The Benalla Council agreed to a prompt review after an engineer’s assessment.
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Thar Board
F. R. Harricon
Gawler
Benalla
F Pawekner
St James Grounds Set for New Dressing Shed
A weekend working bee at the football ground cleared debris and began work on a dressing shed for players. The project will aid all sporting bodies, with Mr P Renwick of the National Bank noted among participants.
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P. Renwick
The
National Bank
Conditions at Barkly Street affect Colts practice schedule
Borough officials report negotiations between Colts Football Club president Mr G Mc Cartney and council over oval access for after noon practice sessions. Councillors express satisfaction with amicable arrangements reached Monday night.
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G. McCartney
Colts
Thy
Parks Wid Gardens
Berunson
Borough Council to Probe Housing Conditions Report
A report on overcrowded housing on Darkly Street outlines makeshift kitchens and shared facilities. The council seeks health inspector guidance and may limit tenant numbers as they review safety and living conditions.
Pre-Fab Houses Considered for Benalla Transport
Borough councillors heard on Monday from Mr W D Bostock that Housing Minister McEwen signaled a possible move to transport pre-fabricated houses to Benalla soon. The mayor noted funds and logistical hurdles must be overcome as earlier efforts to secure adequate land had failed.
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W. DD. Bostock
MLMLA
McEwen
Benalla
Merkiwen
Gayt
Dieunes
Waykel
Belle of the Ball drives Benalla Hospital Drill Hall ball plans
The Belle series tally gains strong local interest for Benalla District Memorial Hospital. Eleven belles have been chosen from town and country centres as preparations begin for a grand carnival ball at the Drill Hall in Benalla on October 3. The Hospital Carnival Committee sets out decoration schemes and promises two bands to provide top music.
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Benalla District Memorial Hospital
Othe
tLaere
Benuwlia
Whiten
Perold Herald
Benalla
Combined Hospital Ball to be Held at Jubilee Fall
Residents of Warrenbayne and Badelasin meet to plan a combined Hospital Ball at Jubilee Fall Baddaginnie on Tuesday Sth September. The Belle of Baddaginnie and Warrenbayne Hospital Ball will be crowned and presented at the grand final on October 3.
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al &Ameeting
Warrenbayne
Badelasinmie
Baddaginnie
Baddaginnie and Werrenbayne Hospital
T B Skin Test Carried Out On 1500 Children
The health inspector Mr. Watson reported to the Borough Council that about 1500 school children were skin tested in July for tuberculosis with between 3 and 32 percent testing positive. A mobile X ray unit will follow up with personal interviews of contacts. about 207 children were not tested due to parental consent issues. The mayor Dr. Fr Harri vont commented on the campaign and parental cooperation.
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Watson
Te &Hinemi
Tenalla
Oo Amember
Public Health Department
Harrivont
Denny Street Subdivision Plans Approved by Borough Council
At the Monday council meeting engineer Mr Pawekmer presented full plans and work schedules for Denny Street subdivision and the right of way to Carrier and Bridge streets. The Denny Street portion costs £1276, Carrier Street right of way £603, Bridge Street £375. Plans were approved and negotiations will start with property owners.
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Pawekmer
Denny Street
Carrier and
Bridge Streets
Carrier Street
Bridge Street
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Benalla v. Albury
All Blacks
Devenish Methodist Circuit News
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Victoria
ST. James News
Barkly Street
Borough Council
Wiel
Gaifiell
Kilehrareth
Oleey Fo
Tito Eubes
Pirtin
Lantahis
Whit Wei
Fawckner
Bennison
Tie
the Ball
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