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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1953
Page
6
The wool market shows mixed signals with global orders and domestic demand, including Japan, the United States, and Europe. Analysts note tentative stability as prices hold firm for Merino tops and Crossbreds while futures activity declines, suggesting cautious optimism for the coming weeks.
The annual Has and week event at Toom Bullup raised 100 pounds to be donated to Benalla Memorial Hospital. Miss June Healey was chosen belle amid applause. Mr M Evans, hospital committee president, presented a sash. Mr Coleman thanked all helpers and the supper organizers for a successful gathering.
The SELC plans to fund rural power projects in Victorian districts using a 50 50 grant loan scheme. Readers will learn of a new community loan program offering up to 4 per cent interest and 4 year terms for electricity advances.
Two Wangaratta firms report strong profits for 1952 to 1955. North Eastern Co operative Society posts a record gross profit alongside last year, while Wangaratta Woollen Mills shows a decline in gross profit with changes in net figures and dividend distributions to shareholders.
A Sunday fire damaged a kitchen and living areas in a rural home near Lurg. Neighbors and rural brigades joined a bucket line to control the blaze as the family, led by Parthia and Beale, evacuated. Firefighters kept flames from spreading to outbuildings and cattle nearby.
A letter from T. Mar Mars President appeals to readers for help from the paper to aid the people of Benalla. He invokes Greek community ties and laments hard times while urging continued press coverage and solidarity.
A dividend of per cent on preference and ordinary shares is discussed with recommendations for directors of the Woollen Will. Proposals include a £19500 distribution from a total £1114 to shareholders.
GATT warnings arise as international trade body cautions against rapid tariff changes. Mr Finn notes Britain and Western manufacturers welcome short term gains but overlook long term costs. Mr Gunnn warns Australia risks a high cost Empire economy and hurt to local industries if preferences endanger world markets.
A fragmented OCR of a radio station lineup with numerous show titles and times. Notable items include Dr. Paul, Marie's Travelogue, The Adventures of Higgles, Racing and Football, Argus News, Melodious Moments, Smoky Dawson, The Greys Came, and Open Pulpit. Multiple entries reference sports, music, and variety segments across late afternoon to night hours.
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