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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1945
Page
5
Local news recalls engagements and social events including Violet Town ties with Mrs Gladys Baker, evacuation aid to New Guinea veterans, and Alf Harding’s hospital progress after a fall. It also notes W.G. Humphris’s retirement, visits to Bancoture Park, and a farewell gathering for Miss Chipper at Noonan’s Hotel with gifts and thanks from Mrs Ryan.
Harold Jeffery of Toorak Road Toorak a director of Georgis Ltd Collins Street and governing director of Dimme y s Model Stores died Saturday morning aged 60 He served as an observer with Mo Squadron Australian Flying Corps in WWI and held the rank of Squadron Leader in the recent war Survived by his widow and two daughters He was well known in Benalla with many friends.
An appeal from the Benalla Carnival Committee asks for accommodation for several Footscray Fire Band members visiting over the Xmas holidays. Some rooms are already offered. volunteers to assist should contact secretary Mr Le Sprimer by phone. The visitors hope to raise funds for a new hospital and will attend a musicales event at Hallway Institute next Sunday at 5:08 PM.
At the Noonana Hotel in Benalla a farewell party was held for Mr Dim Patience the popular president of Benalla Golf Club Bert Armott served as chairman and led tributes for Patience departure toward Newtown a bell flag presented and expressions of thanks noted by Patience and fellow members including W L Chiiow Gayne J Mite WW fryer and HH Archer
At Tuesday night’s Waterworks Trust session the secretary M C Bates cited prosecutions for water charges and criticized collecting agents Moemre Bobuny and Co for prior misconduct. The chair ordered two cars to face fines and indicated future collections would originate from the office with less agent involvement. The Premier’s office notified unavailability on February 28 for the dam opening, delaying the ceremony.
At a Tuesday Witerworka Trust meeting chaired by Com. W. Bay, the Ryan's Creek dam area was proclaimed under new regulations. A patrol plan was set, entry prohibited unless permission is secured, and honorary enforcers were named to oversee compliance.
A large farewell honors Superintendent Mick Quinn in Yarrawonga Victoria as tributes flow from colleagues, citizens, and officials. Speakers praise his steady rise, long service, and modern leadership, with best wishes for retirement and future health.
Mr Ti McPherson presided at the annual PUT Auxiliary meeting held on Tered 2th. He thanked retiring president Cooper and members for years of support. Election results list presidents and executives, with several names named. note of retirements and hospital absence.
Cricket notes list visiting teams such as the Trewnin Thoens Association and Nacocinione for Roving Day and Sew Tears Tay with matches on New Year’s Day at PC sim. Boxing Day selections include A Colan J Conk C Crimmins D Deans FP Fry and others. Benalle’s team to play Borldaginnie on the oval next Saturday will be chosen from K Sherwill L Manafield J ODonnell and more. players asked to arrive at 1.46 pm for final selection with reminders to attend the protest and ground rules tonight.
Scout camp notice for Scout Fienilin Troop parade at Beaut Falls on December 20 at 6 30 am. Bring cup for ten and coupons, wear uniform, and bring envelope with name and number. Parade prep and packing guidance included.
Gunner Merv Quirk and his brother Ris Franky Quirk of Seymour are twin soldiers home on leave. Their father T Quirk of Reymour is proud of their music, as the quartet performs together. The twins served five years in theaters of war including Malaya, returning to enjoy holiday time with Vin Quirk in Benaiin.
The Trevor Turner Clarke Bursary was established at Senteh College Methourne by Hewitt. It honors Trevor Turner Clarke son of Denulte, who died in 1943, and provides annual support for a student to advance in his memory. The gift, announced at the annual speech day, funds purchases for books and equipment for the recipient’s course.
Perry Bros Circus and Zoo brings three hours of fun at the Benalla showgrounds on Saturday with elephants Wonw and others, a wire act by Alberts, and a special monkey drive. Loria Derry the merchant skater and tele Lady ouellet headline a lively program with dogs, ponies, and a strong crowd expected. popular prices apply.
The annual Walter Bupphy Loan Application was introduced in the legislative assembly this week by Mr Pinole MBA. Provisions cover works for several water trusts including Benallanfe stunt, Devenish, Hull, Whiterworks, Menrewhin, Myrtieford, Violet Town, and others with estimated costs and recommended loans.
Tir McCardel spoke for Bertie bowlers family friends and many associations amid alto remarks by officials led by Supt. We 904 at a wedding for the Quinns. The tribute highlighted long known charity, kindness, and community ties across years and locations.
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