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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1950
Page
10
The police press for proper mortuary facilities amid deplorable post mortem conditions. Dr A W Grubb notes delays as authorities await developments and a council letter from Wasa outlines steps taken to address inadequate accommodation and equipment for body identification.
The Benalla Cemetery Trust votes salary increases and tools supplied, re elects C Stolz as chairman and A W Bourke as auditor, and notes resignations including T F Harrison after long service. Plans to remove old cemetery suckers and revise charges are discussed, with L C Neil to prepare arrangements.
Delegates failed to resolve show dates with four clashes on October 21 among G V A A societies. Shepparton holds key to solution and debate considers autumn shows or pre Royal show. Requested dates include Yarrawonga October 7 Numurkah October 17 Nathalo October but many towns list October 19 21 with others October 24 28 or November 4.
A farewell social in Violet Town on the 17th featured dancing and cards. Prizes went to Mrs. Stan Croxford and Mr. Backland at the lucky table, with Jim Backland and J. Smith noted among players. Tom Hayes spoke for guests. local club officials and representatives praised community activities.
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