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Newspaper

Benalla Ensign

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Feb 10, 1939

Page

3

Commonwealth Loan Offers 100000 for Public Works

The Commonwealth announces a loan of 100000 to fund essential public works in all states. It offers an interest rate of 63 7 8 percent with tax advantages over other investments, aiming to attract large and small investors. Security relies on savings, with anticipated stable or lower rates, and loans may be redeemed at par or higher. Applications should be made promptly. closing not later than February, with possible earlier closure at the treasurer’s discretion. Interest is exempt from sales tax and shielded from future higher federal taxation.

Weird Heat Wave Observed Across Bundey Region

Over the century several oppressive days have been recorded last week on Bundey. Thermometer readings reached 86 degrees with Monday showing a rise to digress. A thunderstorm on Wednesday morning followed by oppressive heat pushed temperatures to 94 degrees before Thursday’s end of heat.

Bundey Enduy

Benalla Moen Narrowly Defeated in Bota Day Pennant

Benalla Moen traveled to Eur for pennant matches on Bota day but fell to Buros Blues Tetalla. The lineup included Filis Alexander Law Heywood Putt Trueman Crockford Hughes Turner Rew Faxon Rent Lord Bullivan Bienhone Armatrong Garrett Plunkett and others. In Box, Carthew Machin Hier Omeom Heming Bond Morley Dun Hird Grayson Ab falter. Benilla Colds visited Shepparton losing 198 to 1 to Shepperton Bluca. Detitled scores.

Loni Benalla Moen Eur Buros Blues Tetalla K. J. Filis All Alexander Law Heywood Putt Trueman Crockford Hughes Turner Rew Faxon Rent Lord Bullivan Bienhone Armatrong Garrett Plunkett Flormg Box Carthew Machin Hieromeom Heming Bond Morley Dun Hird Grayson Ab Falter Benilla Colds Shepparton Shepperton Henalla

Maher Disqualified for 12 Months over Nomination Error

At a Benalla speed coursing event on Wednesday night A. Maher of Rhapparion was disqualified for 12 months for allegedly submitting an incorrect Mise Marlew nomination on January 2.

Benalla A. Maher Rhapparion Mise Marlew

Benalla Tennis Club Announces 1920 Championship Events

At a Benalla Tennis Club committee meeting the chairman outlined the 1920 championship for men and ladies on similar lines to last year. Events are open to all, entries closing Monday February 10. Matches will be best of three sets with reserve courts on Sunday mornings. Doubles events in two grades will use knock-out play and American handicapping with trophies valued at 10/8 for winners and runners-up. Entries are free.

Benalla Wan Balin Ford Parifare

Dad and Dave Visit to Town Sparks Fan Excitement

A garbled note announces Dad and Dave coming to Ben ally next Wednesday and Thursday with promises of entertainment at the Talkies. Fans are urged to attend the picture riot and enjoy the show in the Seatint area amid a lively promotion.

Benally

Benalla Water Woes Prompt Local Letter Writing

A reader criticizes the Benalla Water Trust over water rationing and valve wastage. The letter questions council representation, funding, and the handling of plugs, demanding better management and public accountability. The writer cites specific streets and urges action to curb losses and ensure fair rates.

Wednesday Speed Meeting Draws Wide Entries at Benalla

The Benalla Speed Touring Club reports large entries for a midweek meeting titled Widness day night featuring numerous horses and a slow barge attendance. Notable starters include Roaming Chrisius, Wee Chimes, Sunnybrook, and Coombe Bhan with results showing Won by neck and by several lengths amid detailed betting odds and times.

Benalla Theeeeulias Aarkho M. A. Burne Wand Ta Trinity Chrissie Hocking Andy Greg I. Watson Young Marvu Andy Cheg Chrissie's Tube Bunsybrook Coombe Bheen Lark Yuba Sern

Parish Church figures show year end accounts and gifts

The congregation met to read the annual accounts for the previous year and elect church officers for 1539. Substantial donations included nearly 490 in subscriptions and a 200 special gift for roof repairs and other works. The rector reviewed parish life and thanked churchwardens, guild members, and helpers, and a supper followed.

Wenerrlay Ladies ' Guild Mer Col Kenney Mra Sains Toll — Churchwariens Mesrer J. White A. Bower Hleveneen Vertrymon Meaers H J Davies DC. Lateh F. A. Grimme T F. Harrion J M. Holloway J. Morris A Vv Palmer A. Binkt Menera F. Grimms T. F. Harrison J.B Bingennon Hon Buditore Meare

Successful Clearing Sale At Farreline Farm

A large clearing sale attracted buyers from multiple towns. The event featured livestock cattle feed and farming equipment including a substantial farm plant collection sold at full market values. Proceeds supported the Farreline property operations and local vendors.

Yonee Thea Farreline Stark Mra Bebnut Wangaratia Renalla Hornes Furphy Water Emsecarifer

Broken Creek Dominates BT James in Abstract Matchups

Broken Creek players led by Clarke and Nagle won key pairs against BT James teams with several 0-4 to 1-8 showings. The event listed 102 games and noted multiple pairings including Emmerson and Quin, Hollan and Parker, and Mrs Shelley on the courts.

Broken Creek James G. AL Plake Devin Vo Choke Nagle EK. Marker Emmerson Vo Fo Quin Porter Quin James Pames

Obituary of Henry J Guppy of Benalla and district

The community mourns the death of Henry J Guppy of Benalla and Tienday ied after a long illness. He was a former Benalla Shire Council member, founder of the Benalla Dairy Company, and a longtime public servant in the rural region. His funeral is set for the Terianne line and will proceed to Benalla cemetery.

Henry Jamece Guppy Henalla Tienday Tate Cuppy Met Benalin Jace Potentia Gromallbes Renalla Aeovera Sears Warrenbuyne Benalla B Benella Benilla ePeir Med Peeters Leo Bren Groepes Newortantan Pestis Feonchain Slade Waller Pee Perrriet Rik AW Labithne Pak

Thoona and Rambers clash in tight cricket finish

Thoona visited Ocmaliber on Saturday as the home side posted 127 declared after a near outright win push. Mahoney top scored with 24 retirements, while Emery and Hanlon led the bowlers as Rambers pursued a protest win amid tight fielding and scattered wickets.

Gibson Fa Bateman

The Old Order Changes in Prewar Australia

Fragmented text discusses social changes before war, referencing New Bath and Australia. Mentions gradual shifts in towns and occupations, with a tone of reminiscing about past customs and economic conditions. The piece questions whether improved prosperity is real or a myth.

Honan Australia Ruthergien

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