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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 09, 1948
Page
4
Two hundred young members of the Fellowship of Australia toured Benalla during Christmas, staying in church halls and Memorial Hall for meals and services. They joined Anglican and Methodist venues and supported by local catering and apprentices.
A very successful event at Warrenbayne hall grounds on Maw Ya Day drew a large local crowd. Participants from around the district competed in various activities and provoked lively cheers, with notable performances and local standings highlighted.
At Chesney Vale Schoolfair, Mis Trey van Teelif hosts an annual Christmas tree event. Weston boys performed with Ron on fiddle and George on altar. Santa arrived, twelve to fourteen children received gifts, teacher Mrs J McDougal was honored, and Milas McDougal thanked her. Music by Alex Irvine, Len Walker, and Ken Weeten closed the evening with a banjo mandolin solo.
Elaine Goudie married Mapheel W. Traves Taylor at Hy Andrew's Presbyterian Church Benalla on a Saturday in December. The gown of lustrous figural cloque featured unpressed pleats, a long train, pointe sleeves, and a double pearl strand. The bride’s attendants wore pastel floral gowns and the reception followed at Avatril House with guests in formal attire.
A fragmented report describes a gathering of postmasters and officials with references to attendance, presentations, and informal discussions. It notes appreciation for local committees, volunteers, and efforts to boost community engagement, with mention of invitations and district reception.
The Xmas party at Tatone school delighted attendees with ice cream, candies, and a treasure hunt. A large Christmas tree stood in the hall and a rousing welcome greeted Bachchild on arrival while a Dice gift was given. The Indies provided a delicious afternoon tea.
Harvesting in the Tatong district is nearly paused due to wet weather and a short season. Baled hay sits out for weeks with minimal yields expected, as farmers face ongoing delays and reduced stock.
J Sims and Sons Paisters and Decorators located at 11 Mokellar Street Bombayalla offer painting and decorating services. The ad lists items and prices though the text is fragmented. No clear event or date is provided.
Deputy Director of Employment Mr M J O Heare visited Goulburn Valley Mid Murray Valley and Burnsysla districts to survey growers and canners on labour needs for the coming harvest. Estimates show 1209 to 1600 men and youths plus up to 800 women and girls needed in Goulburn Valley from January to March. About 500 men and youths required for dried fruits harvest in Mid Murray and Surraysia districts from mid February to end April. Mr O Heare urges volunteers to fill roles with free fares considered for those meeting requirements. Authorities warn men and women will be sought for fruit picking and cannery work under official arrangements.
Twenty five glider pilots from CHL Cub of Victoria held a Christmas camp at Benalla aeroframe. They operated four gliders and multiple aircraft including Baby 11 mailplanes and a Martyn two-seater. A two-seater glider Merlyn set a Victorian altitude record for a flight of about two minutes, launched by winch tow to 800 feet and reaching 2000 feet with a 170 feet climb. A strong day followed, with long in-air times and notable flights by Desi and other gliders, including extended stays aloft and multiple tow launches.
In a terse notice the Shire announces the hiring of Halk Mansfeld at Tel Muckshle Ty. The secretary Hew is listed as ablecretary and Bite Hdl Vielet Town is referenced along with Yeurt. The exact roles and dates are unclear due to garbled text.
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