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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 14, 1947
Page
5
A local report notes gates were inserted by Nelson Pasir drawing attention to the work and its implications. The incident prompts discussion among residents and officials about access and safety in the area.
A memorial note honors Sergent Rex Greaves who died on 14 March. The wife remembers him as a dear husband and father to Jack with cherished memories of happy days together.
Mary Joyce Stevenson of Bridge Street Benalla, daughter of Mr and Mrs D L Stevenson, is engaged to Clar Thomas, son of Mr and Mrs C Morgan of Mixon Parade Benalla. The announcement notes the families and residence.
A jumble of notices from Benalla area residents includes marriages, births, holidays, and family visits. Jean Hobbes of Keo Street marries Waliwin Morman of Annatrest in West Brunswick, with a reception at the Parish Hall. Births announced at Hosemore Private Hospital include a daughter to Mr and Mrs Kennedy and a son to Mr and Mrs Langlands at Church Miret. Additional notes cover travels to Tasmania, Ballarat, Melbourne, and Western Australia, holiday plans in Benalla West, and visits by Ian Archibald and Mrs Duffy's party, with several residents returning from holidays or preparing for departures.
Hubert McCardel triumphed in Benalla bowling, securing the championship as the event crowned the young talent. The victory highlighted McCardel's skill and set a high note for the local bowling scene.
The obsequies honor Mr. Gleeson a Ballarat native educated at St Patrick's College who served on Victorian Railways in Ballast Melbourne and Benalla for 18 years. A leader in unions and community activities, he supported St Joseph's Parish Red Cross and railway ambulance services while guiding many groups. He leaves a wife two sons Kevin and Ben te and daughter Patricia, with a wide circle of siblings and friends. The service at St Joseph's Church drew a large crowd and the burial followed at Benalla cemetery.
Deceased born in Apotlpetipon aged 40, former farmer and district figure. Survived by wife Elena 4. Gmilih, son John and daughters Alien and Lorraine. brothers Alien Themes and Jose. Funeral from St Andrew's Church Benalla to Rosal cemetery with service by Rev Alistair McLean. Large turnout reflected high esteem in the district.
A two year old, Ian Hernan of Winton, died after injuries from falling under a carnival train at a Monday event. He succumbed at Wangaratta Hospital. Funeral services were held at St Joseph's Church with a guard of honor from Convent staff and pallbearers listed.
A garbled note lists appointees including J.P Reynolds Railwaye Vine Miller and Cop Unite d Bts and others to collect subsrruptions on behalf of the General sub-branch. The covallatin of the Memorial Hall is set for Saturday between 1 am and 4 am.
The Benalla Tourist Bureau at 2 Bridge Street has opened bookings for a wine tour named Eildon Wein Tour. Tickets are limited and advance reservation is advised. Contact the office at the provided phone number to secure a spot during academy week in March.
A biographical sketch chronicles Jan Smuts rising from a poor rural childhood to influence in Britain’s empire. It details his education at Victoria College and Cambridge, his legal career, alliance with Rhodes, and pivotal roles in reforms, the Jameson Raid, and the creation of the Union of South Africa in 1910. It notes his leadership, controversial decisions, and lifelong drive toward imperial unity and the League of Nations.
Attorney General examined testimony and evidence linked to the will of Myrtle May Hari of Glenrowan. The inquiry aims to locate a supposedly left bon o diamond ring by Hari for her daughter Fo Prem of Greta. Details are fragmented and unclear in the record.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a ceremony or decoration event involving three soldiers. The passage lists names and phrases, mentions pins or medals, and references a streetside or public setting. The readable portions hint at a commemorative act but lack clear dates or locations.
Fragmentary notes from Albury St Patrick’s race meeting mention racing events and names such as Trevor, Shaye, and Hod. Missing details obscure results, participants, and outcomes. the fragmentary text lacks clear events or conclusions to summarize.
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