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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1953
Page
6
A fragmented note discusses merit attributed to trains and a figure named Dr Wale in unclear terms. The passage hints at evaluation of rail transport but lacks coherent context or explicit events. Further readable details are not present to clarify purpose or outcomes.
Fragmentary report notes Wix and Lester Jr. observed by police for 18 minutes at a location described as the cote chat time. The text mentions peering into parked cars but does not provide a completed charge or outcome.
A request by Tails Ply Ltd Benalla for installation of two direct telephone lines was refused by the Borough Council at its meeting this week. The decision notes that advances in tax and public phone policy influenced the outcome and advises the applicant of no taxi direct lines at this time.
Benalla Shire Council heard Dr. M. P. Cleary report on talks with Roger, chief traffic manager of the Railways Department. He said transport of stock to Newmarket is prioritized to ensure timely yarding and sale drafts at 8.10 am, with measures for late arrivals and corrective action to prevent recurrences.
In a Caen town meeting a query arose over the cost of a grader and whether school equipment used for public services should be free. The council debated charging maintenance and wages, noting only the engineer could clarify the position. A deferment was voted until Mr. Fawckner returns to provide details.
Borough Council agrees to fund up to £250 for slagg and hunting materials and to enhance bunting for the Royal Tour. Dr Spitzer and the committee urge local residents and organizations to assist by making longer strings and coordinating decorations.
The article notes railway crews now enjoy electric kettles and hot plates in diesel cab amenities. Old steam locomotives used makeshift water dumps, but today drivers have ready hot water urns at meal breaks, with some still joking about firebox tea.
A dense list of radio program titles and times mixed with advertisements and station notes. Mentions include Paul and Mary Livingstone, Dad and Dave, Rockman’s Sweet and Lovely, The Cruel Sea, Melodious Moments, and Stanley Holloway shows. Includes miscellaneous times and names.
Henalla bor ough Council will push for uniform road and parking signs across the Commonwealth at the next Municipal Conference. A letter from the Benalla branch of the National Safety Council prompted the move, with the Borough agreeing to seek an agreement via the Municipal Association. The Mayor Cr. W.Meuul supported the idea as an excellent one and the matter was placed on the agenda for the next conference.
Stock prices listed with cash before delivery terms. Delivery starts in April with 4 weeks to 6 weeks lead times. Prices shown: £25 per 100 at 4 to 5/6 each and £30 per 100 at 6/6, with origin at Wangaratta Hatchery Milbourne Mead.
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