17 Jan 1941
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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1941
Page
1
A farewell gathering at the Fire Brigade Hall in Benalla honored Constable Mick Clynes who is transferring to the Criminal Investigation Branch. Notables from the police and community praised his service, loyalty, and camaraderie, with toasts and best wishes for his upcoming career.
A period program lists Janet Gaynor Douglas Fairbanks Jr Paulette Goédani in The Young in Heart, a romantic comedy at Benalla Open-Air Theatre. It also mentions The Gay Handitt serial and other attractions plus a Carnegie Medal tribute to Father Patrick ONeil amid a flurry of film and stage items.
The late Mr Thomas Hanlon was remembered at a Friday funeral in Benalla with a large cortege from St Joseph's Church. The service, led by Father O'Reilly, paid tribute to his public spirit and practical knowledge that saved the Central district money. Shire officials and colleagues observed a period of respect, and a condolence letter was moved by Dr. Cole.
Benalla bowlers led by Chidiow win the Walden Dog rink championship at Beechworth, claiming the trophy outright after a tense final with Lat In the foul game Chidiow held a lead to the fourth end. Walden rallied, and the final result hinged on a late surge as the Beechworth team secured the victory amid wet conditions and cheering crowds from Temalla, Whigsart and Commercial club.
The Benalla Diggers are arranging for a visit by the Cape Aswwe Dieters Foundation team to play cricket in the Gardens.
Eight Fenaila boys were listed for a Church of England boys camp at MS Elisa on Wednesday. Named participants include Chaham Phillipa Alan Latch Jack Ginifer Don and Mon McIntosh Bruce Hmith Beri Biols and R tols.
Councillors defeated a notice of motion to introduce dairy supervision in one district. Dr Vaughan presented the motion, but Dr H son urged delaying and maintaining the October plan, with debate reflecting concerns for small dairymen and inspector presence.
The Shire Council heard the monthly financial statement showing an overdraft of £20,419, with councilor voices denouncing the growing deficit. Interest amounts run near £20 weekly, prompting calls for a slower policy. The figures imply strain on public finances and budgeting uncertainties.
A fragmented OCR text mentions police magistrate fixtures and various garbled terms. Key names or places are unreadable. the passage appears to reference local governance and municipal duties without clear events or dates. The readable content is insufficient for a concrete incident summary.
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