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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1953
Page
8
At a sub-branch meeting the secretary discussed a proposed Anzac Day Act change. Debate touched on the Labour move to adjust the day, attendance patterns, and potential votes at the upcoming conference. Delegates decided to revisit the matter later in the year to guide future voting.
A controversial circular argues money and votes drove plebiscite timing for Anzac Day observance. The text notes a near-empty vote, unclear signatures, and the Royal Australian Returned Services League backing a steady observance. Key figures N Sheean and Mr Bigmore defend keeping the tradition in place, citing state branches and regional experience.
An Australian discussion notes a long period of unrest with references to Van Diemen’s Land and Old Guard delegates. The dialogue covers race clubs, good Friday observance, and persistent Diggers sentiment. The meeting debates fee retention and waiving beer for one day a year.
Benalla Methodist Circuit sets Sunday services on February 8 1952 with 11 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. worship led by Rev E Keith Ditterich and 3 p.m. service at Lurg. Vistors welcome. The St Columcans Hall district sets February 1953 services with 3 p.m. start and local wardens and clergy named in sparse notes.
Evening classes at the School of Horticulture and Primary Agriculture Burnley Gardens resume February 17. Short and longer courses cover botany, propagation, entomology, plant pathology, and a new foriculture subject on ornamental trees and shrubs for park street and garden planting. Classes run 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays with fees 4/- and 10/- per term. Full timetable available from the Principal.
The industry promotes healthful beverages and urges moderation while seeking pleasanter consumption conditions aligned with the wishes of a grown up, freedom-loving Australian public.
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