National Fitness Campaign Meeting Forms Town Committee
A public meeting in Benalla Council Chambers on Thursday May formed a committee to advance the National Fitness Campaign. Attendees included council representatives, scouts, church groups, youth clubs, and local citizens to coordinate physical training and recreation for youths and girls. The meeting planned future sessions, noted a lack of suitable classes for growing numbers, and set the next gathering for June.
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Benalla
Couns
Thersdey
Cre
T.alt Cook
A. Grubb
Th Shire
P. Dunger
A. Marke
Hoy Scouts
Kennedy
C. of E
Laces
A.N.A
Nell Edgar
Apes
Mines Cath
Arnott
Lorna
Carter
Hed Crom
Mre
Mim Joyce Brown
Mr Lowe
Euroa
Shepparton
Bennlia Bed
Hardy Family in New Eight Adventure at Carvel Town
The Hardy family returns in an all new eighth feature set in Carvel their hometown. Mickey and the siblings navigate romantic entanglements and peril as the plot follows their dramatic trials and family moments. Also featured are The Gaucho Serenade Tropano Jim with Gene Autry and June Byrd plus several musical numbers.
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Mickey Reeney
Lewis Stone
ALL the
Hardy Family
Hardy
Lowla Bien
Mickey Rootey
Hardy Fiamily
Mickey
Ann Rutherford
Cecilia Parker
Carvel
Ainess Thermore
Arty Hardy
Gene Autry
Hroley Jureile
June Brorey
Mary Ler
Aiiley Burnette
Connie Lee
Gene Autrey
John Marvin
Acton
Universal Service Personnel Examinations Held at Memorial Mall
The Area DiMcer will be at Memorial Mall Menalie on June 1 and June 12 for medical examinations of Universal Service Personnel stationed in February 1941. Examinations run 0 to 1 pm on the first date and 8 am to 11 20 am on the second, with penalties under the Defence Act for those failing to report.
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Memorial Mall
Menalie
Diphtheria Prevention Urged By City Health Officer
Melbourne faces a diphtheria threat. health officials push free immunization and parental consent. Canada’s Toronto model shows high protection with mass vaccination. Brisbane and other cities report strong immunization efforts and declining cases.
Tragic Accident At Sawmill Claims Life Of Mr Kelly
In an extended report a fatal sawmill accident near Mansfield is detailed. Mr James Kelly, aged 45, died after being struck by falling timber while attempting a run. An inquest opened by Deputy Coroner Mr J Liewellyn and a government investigation followed.
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Dameyste
Rolly
Kelly
Fey
J. Liewellyn
Turk
Mr Kelly
James Kelly
Telmie
Nimi
Kelly Wan Query
Mary Allen
Manafield
William Martin
Jamen
Benn
Father Ket
Benalla School Boys Band Plans Practice Schedule
A historic notice outlines a school boys band meeting, with rehearsal twice weekly on Thursdays and Saturdays at 4 pm, plus a Saturday session on June 10. It notes drummer and instrumental roles, new cadets to join Tuesday night, and a total of 682 handemen training in Benalla alongside local battalion bands.
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Tureday
Claen
Erection Nexi
Benalla
Undefined Devenish News Item From May Event
A garbled OCR report describes a May event at the Coffee Pond area with locals gathering for a performance. It mentions a party, speeches, and a sequence of unclear actions, referencing attendees like Mire Ape and White Stir.
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Mere Waller
Fide Mae
Country Men Must Register for Military Training
An article outlines a new registration requirement for men aged 18 to 45 living far from military offices. Nearly all will receive training, with many entering camps in the near term. Some will be drafted for extended service as military reforms unfold this year.
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Fearon
Awetad
Vagaley
Jeremy
Eaurthewt
Devenish Social Activities Preparations For Local Event
The women's group of Varlows society are preparing for a girl society social night at Devenish Hall to raise funds for Wangaratta Hospital. A matron’s fundraising event is planned for July 1, and a Catholic hall gathering is set for July 2 at Devenish Hall.
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Varlows
Alemany Wright
Shepparton
Wangaratta Hospital
Dévenlah
Benalla Coursing Club Faces Attendance Crisis Ahead of Waterloo Cup
The Benalla Coursing Club reports poor attendance at recent meetings despite productive working bees. Committee emphasizes member responsibility and warns action may be taken to remove inactive members from the list if defaults continue. Next meeting set for Monday night to discuss measures and preparations for the Waterloo Cup.
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Benalla Coursing Club
Matt
Jt Wee
Sheent
Fire Aid Program Enrollment Begins Soon
A local fire aid initiative titled Use Hed Pros Kimereney Company will commence shortly. Intending members are urged to submit their names to Minton Carter and M Thrat Ewioor CD to enroll vehicles and equipment for immediate participation.
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Clagser
Kimereney Company
Minton
Carter
Physical Education and Speech Training Lecture Notes
District Inspector Heddow spoke at Senelie East School on Tuesday outlining the role of physical education and speech training in child education. He emphasized progress toward modern standards and highlighted the education department's aim to elevate youth fitness and communication skills to international levels.
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Heddow
Senelie East School
Jon
England
America
Continental
Australie
Australian Visitor at Berlin Olympics Details
This report highlights Miss Daris Carter, a noted Australian athlete and visiting instructor, who attended the Berlin Olympic Games. It recounts her observations on military preparations in Germany and the wartime atmosphere surrounding the Olympic village and Reich events, while noting German guards and Stormtroopers presence and the broader wartime context.
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Berlin
Daris Carter
Germany
Hitler
Wartiaer
Olympic Village
Brafteng
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