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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 20, 1953
Page
6
The Benalla branch meeting discusses wool industry challenges including protest methods at auctions and calls for fair pricing. President Zen attacks an editorial on inflation, cites energy costs for rural power schemes, and urges unity against inflation while stressing tax and electricity issues facing growers.
The council proposes major alterations to the current street numbering to create a uniform system. Bridge Street would be renumbered with east and west extensions, with Bridge Street West for the western portion and Arundel Street North for lines near the railway. The change aims to avoid future renumbering and reduce confusion.
A claim by Mr. Burweenth for stock losses due to a Waterworks trench left open is held over for further investigation and consideration. He alleged lambs and a bullock valued at £23 and £42 respectively and sought £111 as full settlement after noting prior similar claims had been received.
A July water usage report shows declines in several regions with totals listed for Ube rams, Paltwaye, Contre bam and Daly average. The commission notes diesel irrigation would alter water use and argues substantial differences in overall consumption.
Trust commissioners granted Mr. Tom Forbes of Gillies Street permission to tap the water main on Gillies Street for his wool classing depot. The decision followed a letter indicating prior discussions with the sewer engineer and noted application review.
Jottings recount hospital visit rumors and a tennis setback, with cricket and carpet bowls updates. Mentions include Mr Wililale secretary, VRI events, and a social contest won by Mrs. Mularvey as community clubs hold meetings and plan upcoming fixtures.
A scrambled listing shows a crowded timetable with programs and hosts across Australian stations. It notes sports, music, talk, and variety shows including Melbourne broadcasts and times ranging from early morning to late evening, featuring titles like The Gregy Game and Man of Two Tribes.
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