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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1952
Page
3
Meeting debates disclosure of quarantined Pleuro properties amid Wardle Fly outbreak. Officials discuss market impact, neighbor awareness, and the need for clear boundaries while noting delayed announcements and potential benefits of publicity.
Council notes structural danger on a bridge where two stringers failed and deck damaged. Replacement with a major culvert is deemed most economical, though costly, with a likely limited benefit period. Engineer urges immediate action and possible financing approval.
The senior agrostologist of the Victorian Department of Agriculture Mr R L Twentyman says the spring flush of pasture growth offers a great opportunity to rebuild fodder reserves as silage or grass hay. He warns that uncontrolled growth raises fire risk and lowers feed quality, and emphasizes mowing or grazing to keep improved pastures in prime condition.
Noted U S tennis champion Maur een Connolly aged 17 and teammate Julie Sampson will skip Benalla for Wangaratta. Chaperon Mrs. Nell Hopman accompanies them for a single Victorian country stop, as eight provincial clubs eyed the visit and Warrnambool was originally expected.
On Monday the tiny valuation disclosed by the Rotary includes DEVENISH 1236 pounds net and MCKOAN 624 pounds, with TATONG 650 pounds and WARRENBAYNE 724 pounds noted as nett sums.
At Greey's Graziers Association meeting concerns were raised about funding for road restoration this year. Members urged the C R B to rotary hoe a section for fire bread and considered other options if funds are unavailable. The Divisional Engineer was asked to open the section from the S bend to Benalla and explore tractor subsidy if needed.
The council agreed to prosecute a wood merchant for supplying short measure firewood. A resident reported buying two cords for £13 10s that measured 124 cubic feet, far under the expected 256 cubic feet. The decision to prosecute was carried on a motion supported by Bennison.
Bookings rise at Talkies lead to nightly re runs from December to April 1953. Committees divided into Foot ballers and Cricketers Show Society and R S L Easter Monday Sports and Advancement League to raise funds for the show grounds recreation reserve. The Dookie Memorial Hall event on Monday night featured performances by a peony orchestra and CW A choir. Funds after expenses go to local initiatives and holidays.
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