12 Nov 1948
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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 12, 1948
Page
1
A memorial ceremony at Benalla remembers World War I and II fallen. Local officials, veterans, and relatives gathered around the monument as prayers and tributes acknowledged the supreme sacrifice. The event featured remarks by secretary Mr Kelton and participation from representatives of the local community.
A local discussion at the Comet notes hopes and doubts about merging Shire and Borough staffs under a single administration led by secretary Bates with two clerks. Key figures include Dr Wiesmann and Mr Bates, while expectations mix support for consolidation with concerns over staffing and leadership.
A crowded Shire Hall heard thanks pour in for victorious candidates after a Borough poll. Returning Officer A Howry announced final figures as supporters praised the diverse group and looked ahead to harmony in local council leadership.
The British Memorial Fund reports mixed participation and donations, noting some contributions while many potential donors have yet to respond. The appeal emphasizes support from various quarters and aims to fund memorial efforts despite uneven engagement.
A community singing event features Jim Colon performing Instrumentality Tiny the Beokin and a varied program at Metheny Hall. The program includes a charity auction and musical numbers from local groups, with sitters and volunteers assisting throughout the evening.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions goats and a tragic reference with scattered names and places. The readable bits are insufficient for a coherent event, person, or organization to anchor a clear news item.
A garbled report notes a Canberra meeting where council members discussed asking the Minister for Air for Benalla and nearby districts. It mentions Benalla and Vincesa, with references to Deputy Devlin and a local executive group, but the details are unclear and primarily indicate an appeal for air service assistance.
A fisherman from Albury drowned at Home Reservoir in a tragic incident. Emergency crews responded, but rescue attempts were unsuccessful. The event details, including timing and identity, are not fully clear from the fragments available.
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