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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 19, 1940
Page
1
Over fifty nominations pour into Benalla for the Waterloo Cup events as a week of carnivals begins. The program includes day and night coursing, a 1300 pound stake, a Tuesday ball, a Wednesday races and gun shoot, with transport aid and a public drive to support the war effort.
The Benalla Red Crow mem ber are aiding the war effort by sending large parcels of goods to headquarters. Since October last about £1060 worth of goods have been dispatched, with efforts spanning many months and ongoing charity drives noted in Wake County.
A garbled report notes a War Veterans' Corps parade beginning at the Memorial Hall then moving to the Drill Hall. It mentions attendance, marching order, and unclear details of participants and events from Monday evening.
The article outlines government plans to intern enemy aliens amid wartime fears. Officials emphasize security while critics warn of civil rights violations and potential misuse. Public opinion appears divided as authorities defend actions and civilian rights groups push back.
A Benalla RS8 member attended a Monday evening parade to bid farewell to A H Smith, long time member associated with the Benalla branch. The event referenced the Geelong gathering and the organizing committee for the farewell.
A message from Mr L B Gareon of Beratla High School notes changes allowing students to reach the Leaving Certificate standard. The communication hints at a shift in requirements and potential impact on student progression.
Three members of the Baevalla Butter Factory, Marc Albertard, Ali Heitorgh and Mielol, are honored in a despedida as manager and staff bid farewell before their retirement. The event includes retirement acknowledgments and sanitary precautions for the party amid proceedings.
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