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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1953
Page
8
Readable names and places appear amid garbled text. Mentions include Hart, Jerminter SF, Garis Fraund, White fraterates, Mrs J. M, Benn, Bow, War, Bendigo, and Tow. The passage reads like an obfuscated dirge of townspeople and events with uncertain context.
A church anniversary was celebrated with a packed congregation and a decorative setting. Attendees included pastors and local figures as the community marked the milestone with prayers and expressions of gratitude.
The annual Sunday School Picnic at Lookout Tower Waehy Ranges drew Thoonaterian and Bowery communities last Saturday. Winners included Christine Binnie Ian James Marion Binnie and Geoffrey Sinclair among many boys and girls across age groups with races, wheelbarrows, and pick a back events.
Members decided to replace the American Tealy planned for September 18 with direct giving for the headquarters war memorial appeal. Mrs Izard president and Mrs Anderson treasurer will accept donations. The Brownies and Guides Christmas party will be held December at Warilys, the District Commissioner’s home.
At the James State School Maths Club euchre party prizes went to S. Hamilton Gadien and Mr R Hollow men. Dire J ly and Mr C Hamilton received awards for the cake competition won by Mr 3 Hamilton.
The St James State School Mothers Choir bade farewell to assistant teacher Miss Dorothy Doyle as she departs for Grahamville. Pupils performed songs and dances under the guidance of Miss Master, with presentations from Anne Parker and others, and a spray of flowers from Mrs L J Whitlock.
Two close semi finals at Tungamah on Saturday produced a Katandra win by 25 over Winlet and a Bt James victory over Turigamah 28 to 20. Both games were umpired by Mrs Maskwell of Shepparton and set up a grand final at a ground to be arranged.
A successful old-time ball at Memorial Hall last Friday night aimed to raise funds for the Violet Town Cottage. Lady organizers led by Mrs WR Russell and secretary Mrs J N Humphries received strong support with splendid supper, music by an all-women band, and a Monte Carlo dance won by Mr A Mackrell and partner.
A generous donation by a church member pushed the Youth Fair total to £425. The event took place Tuesday afternoon and included activities organized by the Methodist congregation.
A fragment describes a gallery featuring notable paintings including a Sistine-era influence and works by HUE with dates around fall. It notes the display location at an ongoing exhibition and mentions prices and visibility to the public.
In Paris a display of holiday styles showcases a hovel Ystring hag and anil hatte mate decorated with seashell accents presented by Andre Ledowe.
Alistair Roberts will act as er in George Bernard Shaw's play at the Shire on Friday September 1. He designed modern wardrobe elements for the National Opera in New South Wales and has created costumes for every John Alden Company production since its inception. A special matinee in Benalla features Tobias and the Angel with whimsical humor and notable costumes and effects.
Mrs Cogger announced the forthcoming American Tea Memorial event set for September 10 in Koyuin Alabama. The show promotes a locally themed carriage and will feature a slim entry field, with planning led by the president and RG Tacs auxiliary.
Gas lighting event and Harricratts and Home Industries exhibition open in Melbourne Town Hall. Attendees urged to contact Mrs. V Aunt, secretary, by phone in Benalla for reservations. Aniline trip planned with return journey shortly after 5 o clock.
A Boweya variety tea was held on Friday night to honor Mise Mae Schreiber of Baw ixd before her marriage to Dennis Klein of Jindera on August 24. The event at St Mun Delry featured community members, relatives, and clergyman Pastor Wasdell in attendance as guests offered well wishes and shared memories.
Fragmentary report notes a judge in Adelaide and a jest during a plowing event. The text mentions individuals connected to a court or formal proceedings but lacks clear names or dates. The readable portion centers on a judicial setting in Adelaide with implied humorous or ceremonial actions.
Primal Rey Pe A Masel Wood, MA. Dip Ba principal of Methudil Dudies College and firmer jeeslitean of Meth ulin Etraitetays, along with family members, are listed in a community notice. The fragment references residents, addresses, and a weekend gathering at Sryche Street Mre dain Wynne with Mr and Mrs Silt and others.
Fragments describe a Sunday school anniversary with Servite involvement and a concluding celebration. The text mentions Abbey, Deve yh te oeinted Unrenghout and children taking part under an organist named Amery.
Mr and Mrs Ralph Fry of Haildaghwire announce the arrival of a daughter Disnne Margaret. Mr and Mrs Leo Duncan receive congratulations on the birth of a son Bernard John. Mr and Mrs KR Codd of Wedge Bret announce the arrival of Peter at the Benille and District Hospital.
The Australian Legion of Ex Servicemen and Worten will hold their annual fete in Memorial Hall tomorrow. Events commence at 2.30 pm with organisers urging public support and noting much work has gone into the event.
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