Local Institute Jottings Report Mixed Attendance and Activities
The May Institute committee meeting drew a poor crowd despite efforts by W E Elliot and others. Revenue losses traced to the custodian J Higgins, while a costly building plan was rejected and central direction retained. The bowls season shows strong participation with winning team led by Mrs K Lobley et al. Carpet bowls and nos and card afternoons drew good turnout, with prizes won by Mrs A Butler and others. Upcoming events include a carpet bowl tournament and a children’s afternoon, with entry set at 1 shilling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Counide
VR.1
A. Butler
Fry Wis
BE. Warner
Shire approves Urquhart and Murray tender for Benalla road
The Roads Board accepts Urquhart and Murray’s £6065 bid to build an idea on the Benalla Tatong Co. F A Cook M L A Shire President and P J Wiedemann to attend a transport conference in Bendigo. Council also covers Field Day success at Earlston with nearly 500 attendees and local civic matters including road works and refunds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
By Roads Board
Urquhart and Murray
Benalla- Tatong
F. A. Cook
M.L.A
Shire
P. J. Wiedemann
Council
Bendigo
Go Sell Conservation Authority
L. J Bradshaw
Earlston
Hartridge
Benalla
Wro
Commonwealth
Glenrowan
Ritter Range
Plo
Oxley
Ilso
Renue Tewan
Counciliorm
Erisdinecr
Scoutmaster Promoted in Benalla Scout District
Those associated with the Scout group in Benalla will learn that Scoutmaster has been promoted to Scoutmaster in succession Scout N Vanner who has been appointed District Group Scoutmaster can look to continued good work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Scoutmas
N. Vanner
Arenta
Sun Car Rally Tested Endurance on Poor Alpine Roads
Dr. W Gove Alvis and Mr Peter Jensen drove 596 miles with 26 miles in second gear amid heavy rain and muddy roads. Of 197 entrants 47 faced accidents or major trouble as drivers praised competitors and organization despite harsh conditions.
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W. Gove
Alvis
Peter Jensen
Customline Ford
The
Alps
Jensen
Dr. Gove
Jenor
Shire to appoint Bates to finish Tatong valuations
The shire discussed completing the Tatong area valuation after the loss of their trusted valuer Mr Thewlis. Dr Roy Hill and Dr F A Cook supported Bates to finish the job and present a report. Cr Bates was seen as capable, and the council agreed Bates would complete the valuation and report.
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Roy Hill
Shire
F. A. Cook
M.L.A
Thewlis
Sanhabies
MG Po Wiedemann
JT. P. J
Bates
H. H. Wallace
Benalla Golf Links Stroke Event Highlights
A large field contested an 18 hole stroke event at Benalla Golf Links on Saturday. Lindsay Muirfort led A grade with 74 while J K Champion won B grade with 63. Forty players and several with scores over 90 featured. draw for Four Ball event to be set this week.
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Lindsay Muitfort
J. K
Intendine
Wivers
Benalla golf results and tournament preparations
The Benalla associates hosted a variegated golf event over 18 holes with winners in 1A and B grade. Miss S Sheppard led 14-73, with other winners including Mrs Cowan 15-76 and Mrs McCabe 17-80, while Mrs Simon won 32-76 in B grade. A Wednesday nine holes draw listed Mrs W Simon as top card with 48, and a Saturday draw outlined pairings. Notes on June weekend catering arrangements and committee updates followed, with two members per day to oversee duties, plus new committee members elected.
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S- Sheppard
M. O'Shea
Cowan
Mra. Oo
McCabe
C. McKenaie
Johnston
Brown
P. Stephens
Mene
Simon
Lindsey
B. Clancy
R. Davis
L. Martin
Inchbold
W. Simon
Farrell
Moore
Lindsay
Humphris
Kenn
Grubb
Baird
Snchbold
Hut
Ae Mesdames RF
Mwate
R. G. Whytlaw
Nortas
Ee. R. Peaks
Ansfield
Shirley Iene
Besley
Grant Approval For Widening Broken River Channel
The State Rivers and Water Supply Commission approves a grant up to £300 for widening the Broken River Channel downstream of Huge Highway bridge. The project costs are estimated at £1,400 with a £2 local to £1 fund contribution ratio. Further funding decisions hinge on fund status and discussions with Commission representatives.
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State Rivers and Water Supply Commission
Roken River
Fawckner
Benalla
Commission
Tennis Star Turns Pro In New South Wales
Jim Matthews, 33, a left handed single title holder from Albury with 15 years in A grade tennis, turns professional. He is the W State country champion holder and winner in 1950 and 1953 and has country doubles title with Jack Carter. He plans pro coaching alongside current sports post.
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Jim
New South Wales
Matthews
Albury
Jack Carter
Faln and Dawking shine at Golden Valley golf event
The Golden Valley Club weekend results feature Dawking leading with a Net 16 and 29 points in a Stableford format while W Taverdale and J Manning posted notable scores. Other players including L Scott and R Spencer recorded strong showings as club members competed for top honors.
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Stableford
I. Dawking
Lakers
Hyp W. Young
J. Manning
J. O'Donnell
Raat L. Scott
C. Chinwell
G. Bennell
K. Lakeman
Dy H. Woods
Golden Vale Associates Opening Day Playday Report
Golden Vale Associates held opening day events with mixed results among players. Scores and placements for Mrs Maxwell Miss Brown Mr Thrown and others are listed, with performances at the Yarrawont field and Benalla region noted. A fundraising plate sale was planned for weekend with calesets and hospitality to support the association.
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Wangarala
Yarrawontfield
Golden Vale
Benalla
Arta
Playes
Arran
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Vri
Institute
W. E. Elliots
Central
J. Higgins
K Lobley
Callahan
A. Schultz
D. Fitzgerald
Ladies' Auxiliary
Cup
MR. Hartridge
Purcieass
Croxford
Scowl Coerse
Benoliab Toenmwal
Allotagent MA
Devenish
Deveninhy Richy
Atut
Upper
Goulburn
Coulburn Reg
Wrighbridge
Weights and Measures Union
Weidemann
Farnley
J. Sergeant
Irvine
Nelson's
Dr. Wallace
Stewarten
Berger's
Lidgerwood
SEC
Deidre
Dave Cooner
Dr. Cola
Wext
Lepoidevin Bros
Warkenbayne
Fontinu
A. Dyall II Garden
Ae Tourist Bueral
Bridge Street
Benalla Club
Whitfort
F. Olver A
Bit Robinson
Stephens
R. Smith
K Champion
M. Pousden
L. Farrell
V. Cowan
W Bryce
R. Besley
PF. Grubb
A. G. Baird
Benalla Associates
Benalla Wolf Associates
V On
Broken River
Golden Val. Club
Saturrday
LE Poles
Mre Cock
Connolly
Coclrane
Mortean
Motrice
Mareel
Mre. Green
Stoltz & _Chiswel
Wangaratta Hatchery
Tone Road
Wangaratta Vv
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