12 Jun 1942
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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1942
Page
1
An OCR fragment from Warrenbayne Red Cross notes a June meeting with attendees including T. Hoddermin, A. I, Mel Campbell, and others. The readable text lists several names and roles among volunteers, mentioning crafts and gloves and a social host.
The Benalla branch of the BE Bond and Bank to close on Monday the 22nd. Manager Mr FR Red regrets the action after four years since taking office as head office orders arrive. Local bankers wonder which bank will follow next as the situation unfolds.
At a Monday meeting of the Beratla Citizens' Patriotic Fund the secretary Mr Bigmore stated Lieut.-Col. McScombs was willing to present a large military display at the showgrounds camp. Attendees included several fund officers and members while discussions touched on funds analysis and a possible forthcoming display within weeks.
The Benella Shire Council held a 48 minute meeting starting at 10 o'clock. President Dr. W. Martieger led the session, finishing the agenda quickly with the Amend Paper Health and Engineer's report, accounts and general business concluded.
An airman named Benalla returns from Britain as World War II coverage continues. The report describes travel back to his home and mentions wartime routines, safety concerns, and the broader impact of military service on families.
Reporting on Ryan's Creek progress at Wednesday night's Benalla Waterworks Trial meeting, the engineer said work proceeds with a small gang of men. The resident engineer has left, and the crew remains under ongoing supervision as tasks advance amid questioning on efficiency.
The Water Treat and Gewarage Authority decided to continue with the overdue rates debate. Com. Viuwhan criticized the procedure, arguing the Trust has a duty to collect from the people and ensure service, while others questioned the Trust’s abilities and pledged to press ahead with the decision.
Fragmented OCR reads list of names, places, and numbers from a special sheep sale. The jumbled text mentions vendors, buyers, and prices with distorted carets and symbols. Core items include sheep lot notes and references to market terms and times.
The RAAF Recruiting Van will visit Benalla in June. All applicants for crew or ground staff are asked to meet with Mr. Garegn at the location before Friday.
The record notes Mr T. 2 Wellies of Church Barnet began duty at Bermalle railway station in May 1927 and retired in May 1942 after a long service term. It mentions arrival at Phainiiton and a final holiday before retirement, with colleagues lamenting his departure.
An airman died in what authorities described as an accidental incident during a routine operation. Investigators are reviewing the scene and reviewing maintenance records to determine cause and any contributing factors. Further details were not immediately available.
A fragmented notice from the Country Women’s Association mentions dues, memberships, and gifts for a fancy stall. It lists subscription terms and a payment amount of 16/ for 12 months or 12/0 paid in pivenens, with references to a Flower Show and a stall event.
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