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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1953
Page
9
The report notes that well over 1,000 meals were served at Memorial Wall on Sunday as band and porters gathered after arrival. It mentions Mrs Anibal and various local figures, with references to supper service and community displays amid a year of turning events and elections in Une Cotraway.
Social news highlights extended stays and visits among the Derrick and related families. Members like Mrs Bert Freewell and her son Max, Jennifer Martin of Woodlands Bungee, Mr and Mrs Robertson of Thoona, and others are noted for holiday gatherings, hospital stays, and summer plans at several local homes and venues.
Country Women of the Ben Alla branch of the CWA announce their first meeting of the New Year on Friday February 13 at their hall. The gathering will include a quiet afternoon with a competition using old Xmas cards and a market stall for goods. Letters from Melbourne’s Women’s Service Club and Une Depee OL Healty will be tabled. Members will travel to Yarrewangs Conference Beacon for the event and related activities.
The Traveling Theatre presents Our Town at Shire Hall on February 8 at 2 pm with warnings that early seating is essential. Director Colin Radger notes a stage plan disruption as patrons arrive late. Community members are urged to arrive ahead of curtain to avoid delays.
Prominent runner Jerneiy EuMaCiM sam of Berallay panumunter to wed in Aenalle district in coming years. The couple will hold a reception at the Civic center.
Moyle of the Hector receives congratulations on the birth of a daughter Judith Ann at the Bush Nursing Hospital. A sister for Helen. Mr and Mrs Alex MU of Warrenbuyne announce the arrival of a daughter Mary Eliza. A son Trevor Norman born to Mr and Mrs Currie of Currier Street at the Bush Nursing Hospital. Arrival of a son William to Mr and Mrs W Snowden of Thomas Street.
A committee bans shorts in all women’s tournaments while officials argue golf should remain dignified. A member notes photographs undermine the game’s decorum and hints at enforcing the policy in future events.
A convoluted notice outlines guide activities and leadership roles for a youth organization. It mentions names like Dilbert Calagli and Ada Veo Syl Gana, lists leaders and past events, and notes upcoming meetings, royal ties, and Brownie Packs with Thursday and Friday sessions. The text is fragmentary but signals organizational planning and youth group governance.
A large Saturday gathering at Tatong Hall hosted a variety tea in honor of bride elect Mim Betty Urauhart on the eve of her marriage to Mr Des Smith. Apologies were read from several attendees, with remarks and thanks offered by chairman Mr J Sinterieu and others.
The committee and helpers of Thoona School recently secured a permit and completed long planned improvements. The tennis courts were upgraded and security bars installed to enhance fire safety and overall protection for the premises. Volunteers described the work as very successful and beneficial to the school community.
Ken Rankin operated a mobile radio unit that regional officer J. Brock credited with saving at least 50 miles of travel during the Taminick fire. Brock praised Rankin and network members for a splendid job while urging radio communications expansion and readiness for future incidents.
Full points were won by Benalla over Chiltern on a weekend match. The report details a high scoring game with Benalla leading early and finishing 99 to 42, setting a new club record. It also references premiership standings and upcoming matches, along with notes on players and lineups from the various clubs.
Fire threat contained after a near disaster at the Hills when a blaze was stopped by quick action from a spotting tower crew on Friday. Investigations show a small grassy area burned briefly with no major damage or injuries.
An unfinished report describes a group discussion by a fire brigades unit with mentions of a Tuesday readout and a discussion of a wetting agent. The fragment references manufacturers and pricing at £2/2 per gallon, noting limited utility for 250 gallons.
St Andrew church invites new scholars to a Sunday School session on February 8. The annual meeting will include a half day break and a fee of four dollars. The notice states new scholars will be welcomed.
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