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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 09, 1948
Page
6
A severe weather event caused a bush fire at Waggarrandall and widespread damage from strong winds. Power lines and roofs were affected as heavy rain and lightning contributed to difficult conditions. Local crews reported damaged properties and disrupted services across the district.
A very severe storm struck St James on a Saturday night, bringing heavy rain and large hail. Many crops were damaged, sheds unroofed, and one person injured when a tree fell on a lorry. Electric light failed in town during the storm.
Holiday cricket saw Shepparton and Alexandra associations visit Benalla with inter town matches drawing many young players into representative action. Notable performances included Wal Mason's 7 for 41 against Alexandra and 7 for 17 against Swanpool, while Clive Cook and Ted Cleary provided strong batting and fielding display as Benalla faced tough competition and Swanpool in festive fixtures.
A detailed match report recounts Alexandra's batting, with Alec Brasher run out, Clive Cook and Kelih Sher contributing, Denalla dismissed for 88 and the PLFA side folding for 23 in a New Years Day rematch. Key performances include Mason, Talochino, and Currie among others.
At Violet Town Recreation Reserve on Saturday December 7 Benalla riders Ed Green and Kevin Hurley dominated major events. Pedestrian races were won by Benalla runners Jim O Donnell and Jack Nicholson as surface flaws caused minor crashes. officials, prizes, and a Gerlach Cup presentation highlighted a day that boosted community sport and local pride.
A fragmented report notes Benalla Urban Fire Brigade involvement in a January demolition near the North Eastern Fire Brigades demonstration. It mentions resignations and a secretary, with members set to compete on the 20th in a regional event.
Amag and New Year socials at Devenigh feature euchre and card games with winners named and a large New Year Eve dance at Hibernian Hall. A grand bazaar and dance sponsored by the ASL Oymkhana committee is planned at Memorial Hall on Friday 30 January to raise funds for a children’s swimming pool with novelties and attractions for all ages.
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