13 Dec 1951
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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1951
Page
1
A large audience heard Handel’s The Messiah at the Shire Hall Tuesday evening. Benalla Musical Society and Wangaratta Choral Society performed with guests from Shepparton and Numurkah under conductor leadership, drawing an enthusiastic crowd.
Reports from Shepparton highlight Benalla Amateur Athletics Club standout performances. Alex Brock achieved a dramatic OH grade victory by overtaking from behind in the final yards, while other Benalla athletes competed across 8 grade, C grade events, and field events. The meet also noted limited participation by women with only four in attendance, but strong results from those competitors.
Reported discussions suggest a rise in the road opening fee linked to Baronet project plans. The move stems from an investigation into municipal costs and engineering input from Mr Pawek, with a decision pending further study and official recommendations.
A Christmas gathering at Swanpool hosted by the CWA featured guests of honor and residents enjoying decorations, dancing, and holiday festivities. Attendees included local figures and community members, with a festive program and socializing noted for the Saturday evening event.
Dr Harnson told the council he had presented the issue after removing complaints from residents about nuisance near the pool. He noted mixed views among locals and questioned if a Borough by law applied. Police plan patrols were set for weekends to deter gatherings near the pool. In another item, an inquest into the death of Bernard Anthony Ryan will be held at Benalla Court on Wednesday before Deputy Coroner T J Berry.
Fragmentary listing of donations and bets for a meeting at Benalla racecourse on Saturday December 22. Names such as W. Mende and Noonan show small pledges including win and place sums. amounts range from £1 to £5 and a £104 win entry noted amid the garbled text.
A Benalla Grazier reports satisfaction with railway services after a council meeting of the Grazier Association. He recounts debates over demurrage charges, criticisms of the department, and calls for improved lines and facilities affecting wool and trucking.
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