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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1954
Page
5
In Gowrambat, Mr D Sharp’s Maritling struck and defeated veteran Mr Dae Ferris to win the player championship after a tight playoff. Morale remained high as standings showed Ferris and D Sigry led the aggregate, with the club planning a new half year aggregate and trophy donations from former president Mr Geo Morris.
Mr Wo Korg stated bank funding would be available through Stabe Savings Bank of Victoria for a proposed Noray Eastern Co Operative Housing Society Ltd based at Euroa. Lester recalled formation two years ago and outlined capital of 150 000 pounds with members liable for a share. The plan would be reviewed by the Chamber of Commerce and presented to members before the federal election as housing was a priority for both major parties.
The Shire Council considers a deputation from the Chamber of Commerce over letting Shire Hall to traders. The chamber alleges the by law under the Local Government Act is breached and calls for debate at the next meeting. A protest letter from Melbourne shoe firm organizers argues such use could harm local trade. Deputation to include Frank Terrett and W Grubb.
Inter School results show Wangaratta High defeating Benalla High in multiple events. Benalla High Seconds trounced by Wangaratta High Seconds with key goal totals reported. Hockey results: Benalla High 5 goals, Wangaratta High 2 goals.
Davia Fer headlines a performance featuring Victoria Anderson and Viola Morris as Memorist Mali hosts a te es event on June 20 1954 with a widely heard song and renowned entertainers.
Miss Harriet Plummer died at a Melbourne private hospital on Friday aged about. She was daughter of the late John and Catherine Plummer and last of a family of one son and four daughters. Burial was at Thoona cemetery after a Mary Trinity Church service conducted by Rev. F C Moyle. Pallbearers included nephews and local doctors and the funeral was arranged by EB A Abbot.
Sympathy extends to Mr George Fisher of the Benalla Post Office staff on the death of his brother Charles at the Repatriation Hospital Hobart on June 12. The late Mr Fisher served with the 40th Battalion in World War II and had been in indifferent health for years. He is survived by his wife one son and one daughter. Mr Fisher flew to Hobart for the funeral.
An opening night in Stewarton featured dancing to fine music with MC Mr. Her Meaney hosting as chairman. Guests included Mrs Hareker and other locals who lauded Arthur Memney as a long time aide to Stewarton Tennis Club and a trusted figure in the community. Supper followed as the gathering closed with Auld Lang Syne.
Mr and Mrs A McCanhnes nee Carmel Murfitt of Bai jarg Via Manafield celebrate the birth of a daughter Anne Maree at Benalla and District Memorial Hospital. Mr and Mrs C Rel announce the arrival of a daughter Wendy at the same hospital on Kathryn Street.
Booking for the Younger Set charity ball to be held in the Shire Hall on Friday at 9 o'clock. Thirteen debutantes will be presented to Mrs. W. Macgregor including Puri By men Barbara Galvin Kama Gritths Beverley Carter Irene Namm Jean Burgess Betty Lindsay Rita Goudge Jean Hill Mary Currie Tsobel Rodier Joan Welsh Beverly Bourke. Proceeds from the ball will be divided between the Benalla and District Hospital and the Blind Auxiliary.
In Benalla Mr J C Brown hairdresser and tobacconist of Bridge Street has been appointed by Tattersall's of Victoria as clients' representative for Tattersall's conspirations. Tickets go on sale early in May and prospective buyers may apply at the shop. Further notice will appear in a later issue.
The fair cleared all stalls of stock and featured competitions won by Mrs Quantrill, Mrs W Hamna, Mrs Prec towels, and Mrs M Smith. Mayor Dr W McCall Buy and Mrs Say praised the effort and thanked members for their work. Next weekend’s Railways Institute social afternoon is canceled for the annual get together.
The club adopts a two grade scheme A and B after a recent shoot. Grade A requires an average of 85 or more per rifle with a 49 point factor. Results from Tuesday night include Kenyon 93, James 92, Stapleton 88, Levy 94, Stewart 89 with top three of four used to calculate scores.
Mrs Kiellerup of Miverview Road and Mrs Noreen McKee return to Melbourne after holidays with family in Benalla and Nunitta. Ian Bouthey, Benalla, wins Commonwealth scholarship while studying veterinary science at Melbourne University. Mrs Lukies visits Benalla for Nate Ferguson wedding. Mrs White of New Zealand and sister of Marc McKenne stay three weeks in Benalla seeking golf champion Colin.
A farewell gatheringWednesday evening honored secretary Mrs. Strtary 43 with songs and flowers while sports results show United beating College 5 to 0 and Stepps rovers scoring 10 points. Local groups like Dookie Agricultural Society and Katandra club held meetings and shoots at memorial halls and farms. reports include hospital bound text and nearby school notes.
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