Production Retarded by Housing Shortage in Benalla
The meeting led by Dr H H Wallace discussed Benalla pipe maker's expanded output four years after starting there. Labor shortages and pipe supply limits constrained concrete pipe production for government and semi government clients. A loan scheme and cheaper housing for workers were proposed to attract and retain staff. Industry and housing were stressed as interdependent for regional growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Wallace
L. Graves
Manafield
Alnesse
Mile Son
Benalla
H. R. Park
Forest Commission
Binstated
E. GC. Bates
Hanl
Nash Tuiny Mw
Silver Wedding Celebration at Molyullah for Dr and Mrs Payne
Dr and Mrs Harry Payne of Molyullah were honored with a surprise party by residents from Molyullah and nearby districts marking 25 years of marriage. Guests praised their district service, Mr Wilean presented a silver cake dish, and music by J. Martin accompanied the festivities ending with Auld Lang Syne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Molyullah
Harry Payne
Tes
Mra. Payne
Rot Wilean
Malyullah
Payne
Wileen
Keanor
J. Martin
Benalla
Coursing field workers honored at St James gathering
A social event at St James Hall honored beaters from a recent championship meeting. Bookmakers, punters, and dog owners attended with music by Bourke and Saunders and compere Jacka. Miss Kath Kelly celebrated her first birthday as dancing and recitations entertained guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. James
St. James Hall
Dancy
Bourke and Saunders
Jacka
W. J. Murphy
Helen Pelly
J. Groat
A. Groat
Helen Kelly
Rose McDonald
Kath Kelly
J. F
Kelly
Kath
Murphy
Benalla Golf Club hosts stroke handicap winner Rev Stok
A large field contested a stroke handicap event at Benalla Club with Rev Stok securing first place and 83, 13-70. The report lists several players and partial scores, then mentions a picture night on September 5 staged by Dunlop Rubber Co staff and a forthcoming four ball best ball event with partner selection and signups at Reg Stolz's Sports Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Rev. Stok
H. Archer
McCormick
I. Robinson
A. M. Ley
J. Pennington
A. Thompson
A. E. Stephens
Westwood
Dunlop Rubber Co. of Australia Ltd
Benalla Golf Club Associates Saturday Play Times
Times posted for Saturday golf rounds at Benalla Golf Club list players by slot from 12 40 to 1 05 with names including Miss S Sheppard Miss N Armstrong Mrs Henry and others. The timesheet will be at Reg Stolz's Sports Store until Saturday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newt
Reg Stolz
W. McPherson
J. Pennington
E Stephens
G. Cowan
L. Neil
G. Oliver
S. Sheppard
N. Armstrong
Henry
Mansfield
McCabe
Arnott
Miss Thompson
Standish
Silman
Finn
Stephens
Neil
Clarke
Bryce
Miss Say
Miss Stephens
Ledger
Johnsston
H Dale Wins Stroke Play at Golden Vale Golf Club
In a crowded field at Golden Vale on Saturday the stroke event over 18 holes crowned H. Dale as champion with a score of 88, 27-61. Other entries included P. G. Litas 66, W. Tavendale 71, J. Manning 70, R. O'Donnell 71, and S. Woods 79. Sunday featured a four ball bogey with G Humphris and J Manning winning 5 up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golden Vale
H. Dale
P.G. Litas
Tavendale
Jensen
J Manning
Sunnday
G. Humphris
J. Manning
Violet Town Golf Club Siroke Event Summary
The siroke event at Violet Town Golf Club featured local players in a drawing style competition. Participants showcased skill and community support for the course during a compact rural meet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Violet Town Golf Club
Benalla Musical and Dramatic Society Tour Brightens Wangaratta concert
The Benalla group joined Wangaratta Choral Society for St Patrick's Hall concert held Tuesday. Soloists Sirrell Grimmett and Peer Garnsey from Albury performed with Mrs H Lisley at the piano. A Cantata Olivet to Calvary recalling Christ’s final days opened the program. A Sept 26 return by Benalla Choir will feature visiting Wangaratta Choristers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Grimmett
Garnswy
H. Lisely
Wangaratta
Tolmie Triumph Over Alexandra In Premier League Clash
Tolmie beat Alexandra 13.9 to 9.9 in a pivotal Tolmie vs Alexandra match on the Maroondah Highway. Jim Jilbert of Tolmie received the best and fairest cup on the umpires vote, a popular recognition of his form and club loyalty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tolmie
Maroondah Highway
Alexandra
Liu
Jim Jilbert
Jim
Rifle Shooting Marks Low Across Three Ranges
Scores across three ranges fell below average though weather favored the event. Competitor G. James led the rifle competition, finishing on a high note with a possible 105 handicap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. James
Miss Joan McPherson Belle of Goomalibee
The Goomalibee Hospital Ball drew a large crowd Friday night. A supper was provided and donations were collected, with £5 contributions noted and acknowledged by the president Mr Griffin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan McPherson
Belle” of
Goomalibee
Goomalibee Hospital
Ama Qeored
Mr. Griffin
Cricket Notes Working Bees At Week End
District cricketers and officials are reminded of working bees during the coming week end. Last week's muster was disappointing, so all are urged to attend. With the 1950 51 season looming, plenty of tasks await. Saturday at 2 30 p.m. sharp and Sunday at 10 38 a.m. or 2 p.m. sharp. Bring a pick, shovel or rake.
Visit of Test Players Grand Night in Benalla
On Monday evening September 4 Benalla will host two Australian Test stars Lindsay Hassett and Ian Johnson hosted by Benalla Cricket Experiences for a film and live commentary. Booking is free at Sturken's Nunn Street Benalla and seating is filling fast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Lindsay Hassett
Ian Johnson
South Africa
Tan Johnson
Sturken's
Nunn Street
Amended Cricket Draw For Benalla District Association
Amended fixtures list for Benalla and districts from SEPT to JAN shows matches: Diggers versus UFS Goorambat versus St Josephs Goomalibee versus Benalla and others. Showgrounds allocated as home ground for St Josephs Club in the new season.
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Diggers
U.F.B. Goorambat
St. Joseph's
Goomalibee
Benalla
Baddaginnie
Dookie College
St. Joseph's Club
Also Mentioned on This Page
Myre
Nash
Fie
Husbend Iff
Aly
Benalla A. and P. Society
Golf News
Benalla Golf Club
Benalla Golf Club Associates
Golden Vale Golf
Benalla v. Ee. Goomalibee Uf.s. Dookie College
Goorambat
St. Joseph's v. Baddaginniee
District Cricket Associaton
Regal Cinema
Lex Barker
Brenda Joyce
Marguerite Chapman
Walter Brennan
Natalie Wood
Fox Australian
Tarax
Red Canyon
Jolson
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