Trains That Never Come Haunt Baddaginnie News
In Baddaginnie the old railway echo fades as trains fail to arrive and town life shifts to a slower pace. Despite limited transport and missing gossip, local events such as the VRC Sprig Meeting, Friendship Club excursion, and the hospital carnival planning aim to revitalize the community and boost commerce.
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V.R.C. Sprig
B. Blur
W. McPherson
Ray McPherson
C. Ketyle
B. Gleeson
Joiniog
Friendship Club
Alexandra
Colin McKensie
Benalla
Rupert
Comaig Eevee Oe Andor
Dan Kelleher
Hospital Carnivel
Bazooka Units Train Before Frontline Test
Soldiers of the Third Battalion of the Australian Regiment rehearse anti tank and infantry support tactics at a KOE base camp. They prepare for deployment as they study drift planthy hagooka and prepare to counter Reds with the powerful weaponry and tank busting capabilities they have learned.
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Oyat Australian Regiment
Reds
Borough rate set for Benalla for next year
Benalla Borough Council decided on a general rate of 3 shillings in the pound on net annual valuation for the period starting 1 October 1150 and ending 40 September 145). The record notes the meeting and the rate decision for the upcoming financial year.
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Benalla
First Local Grass Fire This Season Reported Near Gardner
A local grass fire near Mr. Gardner’s property was reported early with no danger to life. Fire officials noted rapid spread of the flames through light undergrowth but said containment was possible and preventative measures were being used. Authorities arrived to assess and prevent further spread.
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Gardner
Fire Control Proclaimed Period Commences Tomorrow
The Sumer Period in regions 22 and 23 will begin Friday December 1 1950 and run to March 11 1951. It bans open burning of charcoal and wood without an official permit from a fire officer or municipality. Penalties include fines up to £100 or twelve months’ imprisonment or both.
Another Stolen Car Recovered in Benalla
A Buick stolen from Melbourne last week was found by Benalla Police on Saturday morning in Salisbury Street. Constable Drought recovered the vehicle and took it to the Police Station for the rightful owner.
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Melbourne
Benalla
Salisbury Street
Drought
Taxi Park Decided at Borough Council Meeting
At Monday night’s council session, a provision was added to the proposed street by-law to establish taxi stands on both sides of Street. Dr J Palochinio, former chair of the Public Works committee, praised the move, and taxi operators voiced support and willingness to contribute to erecting the treasury Kigna.
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J. Palochinio
Public Works Committee
Benalla Fire Brigade Saves Home After Perth Street Blaze
Fire broke out Monday afternoon in the kitchen of Mr and Mrs Byrne’s Perth Street residence Renala Benalla. The kitchen bathroom and washhouse burned while the rest of the brick dwelling was saved by prompt brigade action and favorable wind. Valuable furniture was moved to safety as spectators watched. A musician attempted to honor firefighters with a tune on a nearby lawn as the blaze burned out.
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Benalla
Perth
Byrne
Berth Street
Renala
Wea
Borough to Raise Four Thousand Pounds for Team
The borough plans to raise about £4000 with a proposed annual £1000 salary for a key team member. The mayor and Dr. Tatosino praise the effort while noting current payments and a day labor program. Funds would cover road and footpath works, depot debt, and related projects.
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Borough
Saith Wey
Whenley
Heway
Tana
Parks and Gardens Plan Parking Area Upgrades
At a Morowmh Coopery Cro meeting chair J Benntaen outlined changes for the camping area including widening a culvert inside the ark, drainage work, and a cattle path entrance. Pending further details, the council discussed creating a small yard and erecting a gate as part of the alterations.
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Morowmh Coopery Cro
J. Benntaen
Parks and Gardens Committee
Ark
Counell
Head on Collision by Two Transports In Narrow Escape
A mindboggling head on collision involved a yellow express semi trailer and a low loader on a highway near Benalla. Both drivers survived with minor injuries after cranes and a heavy duty machine managed to separate the wreckage and clear the road. Terry O'Brien of Cootamundra narrowly escaped death when his cab roof was crushed. He and the passenger were treated at a local residence after the crash.
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Aino Wwe
Miedra Phan
Ronwla
Unem
Benalla Holle
Trafic
Beruila
Our First Taste of Summer in Benalla
Benalla experienced its first taste of summer on Wednesday with a temperature reading of 9m egress. A cool change later in the evening brought relief to residents as the day cooled.
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Benalla
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Torco
Shepparton
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Deakin
Numurkah
Rodney
Tungaman
Waranga
Wangaratta
Oxley
Rutherglen
Yarrawonga
Warrion
Lateha
Tatosino
Laven
Say
Terry O'Brien
Cootamunfra
Mr.Van Marrs
Wwe
O'Trles
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