Farewell party for Mrs Audrey Burns in Benalla
Mrs Audrey Burne was farewelled at the Commercial Hotel on Thursday December 4 with a social gathering. Friends presented her with a beautiful smoker's stand and best wishes for happiness in her new home. Attendees included James Crichton, Kath Arnott, Benalla residents, and Edith Brown among others. apologies were sent by several guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Audrey Burne
Thureday
Crichton
Kath Arnott
Benalla
EK. Arnott
V. Kelton
MW Henry
J. Benton
Fh. Thompson
Phillipa L. Beer
Meadows
V. Simon
Noonan
A_ Mancheld
P. O'Donnell
Hearn
Dureny
BR. McCrickard
T. Tame
Volk
Oo Oliver
M. Leahy
TR. Hutchison
D Webster
H. &. Johnston
P Finn
A Grubb
B. Senior
W Heyer
A. Brown
Cooper
Arnott M. O'Bries
Edith Brown
Mra
Pat Westwort
Dolphin
Removal of Tatong Line Needs Special Act of Parliament
At Monday's council meeting G. F. & Cook MLA reiterated that before the Tatong Line could be torn up a Special Act of Parliament authorising the Railways Commissioners is required. The council agreed to send a deputation to the Minister for Transport regarding extending the Tatong line from Co's siding to Sherwinl's bridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tatong
Tierv
Potatoes Deliveries Halted as New Shipments Loom
Deputy Potato Controller J. B. Clarkmont stated last week that deliveries of new and son potatoes are increasing daily. Large shipments of Western Australian Delawares are expected soon, so no further deliveries of emergency warrant or Ne 2 grade potatoes can be met.
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Petato
J. B. Clarkmont
Minister to visit proposed alienated properties in Toombullup Archerton districts
A local protest followed a plan by Benalla Waterworks Trust to seize numerous Toombullup Archerton properties for Ryan's Creek catchment. Minister J Mid sympathetic to settlers, will inspect January 29. Letter from I A Yelverton cited public meeting at Televi and ongoing outrages over compulsory acquisition and river basin expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toombullup
Archerton
Tolmie
Benalla
Televi
Baekie
Berney
Warde 4 Trust
BCAUB
District minister visit outlined with schedule changes
An official note describes a district minister visit with planned events and timing adjustments. The briefing lists locations, dates, and key participants while cautioning attendees to follow early arrival and safety protocols.
Lake Plan Mooted at Centre Town Council Meeting
Centre town officials weigh a low level weir as a possible lake site. Dr Meadow proposes a lake center for the town to attract visitors, with concerns about construction costs, runoff, and environmental impact. Residents discuss who would pay and how it would affect Perham Comelderyar and the North-Kiet area.
Fancy Dress Ball At Tatong
A fancy dress ball was held in Tatong Hall on Wednesday evening. The crowd enjoyed a lively contest with prizes for best dressed lady and gent. Notable costumes included Joan Stewart as Cowell and Mark O Connell as Pirate, with Ben Crowe and A Henderson as clowns. Winners included J Dillon and Moira Moylan for the lucky prize, Maureen Griffin for the cap dance, and J Holland for the table centre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verago
Totone
Phinter
Weenoek
of Sadi
Hest
Kk Newhewin
Bo Muller
Uncle Gam
Joan Stewart
Cowell
Hee Paney
Mark O'Connell
Moai
Ben Crowe
A. Henderson
J. Dillon
Moira Moylan
Maureen Griffin
J. Holland
Bina O'Con
Walter Lindrum to visit Euroa and Benalla town
Walter Lindrum world champion billiardist will visit Euroa next Wednesday and may travel to Benalla with companion to see the famous player. Local interest grows as towns prepare for the visit and public notices indicate a possible wider trip to meet Lindrum.
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Walter Lindrum
EUROA
Wordd
biMord Opioyer
Will Viet Barre
Ore Weitesday
Ariel Ap Anid
Emir
Vitley Town
Benalla Wit
Swagman Tlen Smith and Other Named Figures In Brief List
A fragment lists several individuals with roles or titles including Smith as Policeman and Drummer Boy Kevin Bimth, along with mentions of Dawes as Hwan man and O'Connell as Dancer. Additional names include Merv Smith of Med Indian and Mrs A Hunter in Cassidy context. The text appears as a partial catalog of people and occupations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swagman
Tlen Smith
Girt Calder Porce
Smith
Merv. Smith
Kevin Bimth
EB. Dawes
Hwanman
W. O'Connell
Mrs. A. Hunter
Es Cassidy
No Applicants For Shire Engineer Position
Following the resignation of shire official Mr L F Fawck ner, council called for applications to fill the role but none were received. Carter, who had acted as assistant, was raised to full assistant with a salary increase of 140 per year. The position will be re-advertised in February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. F. Fawckner
Fawckner
Van
Carter
Waidiner
Fawebner Sai
Qouitien
Bad roads threaten daily mail service in council note
At a Monday council meeting a district inspector reported the mail contractor warned he may discontinue the contract if road conditions do not improve. The contractor was accompanied by a department member who cited solid route complaints and cited deteriorating state of roads affecting service reliability.
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Mabry Othe
Rte
Peter Ned
Turing
Benalla
Croquet Club Seeks Loan From Council
A croquet club seeks financial support from the council to fund essential repairs and revive activities. Members aim to stabilize the club’s finances, secure a loan, and resume hosting meetings, tournaments, and community events at their venue. The push centers on maintaining facilities and continuing local engagement.
Benalls Hawk Considers Pen Distribution Findings
A report from Inet week by the Pen Doster shows nearly every home in Benalls haw a fountain pen, suggesting broad acceptance of writing instruments and potential for further distribution locally.
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Benalls
Benalla Hospital Carnival Planned For February Weekend
The Carnival Committee plans the annual event for February with sports on Friday night the 13th and Saturday the 14th. The program includes committee members such as Mowery, Arnett, Merry, and others with ongoing work to finalise events and prizes while inviting community support and participation.
Food for Britain appeal by Apex Club in Benalla
A local Apex Club drive titled Food for Britain appeals to Benalla and Mayo residents. The effort seeks community support through donations and organized ceremonies, with details on leaders, schedule, and goals outlined in a public notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apex Club's “Food For Britain” Appeal
Benalla
Mayo
Anes
Nice
Saeed
Unclear prompt fragment about art founder and Beralla Authorrod
Fragmentary text mentions an art founder now out of wear and tying on wy draw somewhere. References Brno and Beralla Authorrod Aownauentr with a Pen Doctor who may write or provide a service. No coherent event or names for a full card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brno
Beralla
Declared Forest Road At Itatong Tolmie
Fragmented text describes Itatong Tolmie road declared forest road and related financial duties. Mentions authorities and potential expenditures, with unclear references to dates and places. The readable portion hints at road status decisions and funding implications amid traffic concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Itatong-Tolmie Road
Fragmented OCR notes from a local page item
The readable text lists names and places with garbled spacing and partial words. It appears to reference individuals like Hines and Meehan and mentions a date or event context, but the fragmentary nature makes the exact event and roles unclear. No coherent summary can be derived beyond noting OCR garble.
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AU Revoir
Mrs
Audrey Burns
Dre Gillman
Bowdern
Unis Ae
Talkies
Olivia DE Haviland
Ayres
Vivian Austin
Billy Dunn
FOX
J. Bailey
Benalla and District
Toy and Gift Shop
Carrier Street
Benalla Auto Electric Service
A. W. Raysdond, Prop
Matheson
Bridge Street
Benalla Welding and Repair
Benalla Shire
Ia. Yelverton
Horton
Cinietraus Eportett
Pire
Yasrturbeesd
Venti Ateneo
Alma
DR. Meadows
Luke
Newceniere
Vienallee
Roecheler
Wallner Walt
Fos
Ier
Jay
Aer
Oenwieer
Hevenirin Mall
Mie
Pune
Eririnice Peert
He Peers
Oemietianes
Eemiting
Enieinies Bae Shepparton Merhn Peer
Adel Ueruth
Ibad
Croquet Club
Council
Hedbeckytienm
Benalla Hospital
Mowery
Mieray Arnett
bin Merry Adin
Loti
Owls
Gates Davies
Mr Mudkes
Merryland
Tim Nrettiers
Morryiim
M Petra
Pete Ra
Wem
K. P. O'Keeffe
Spencer St. Melb
Paul
Brad Lynch
St- Foots Cray
Alf
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