Benalla Shire Council Meets Informally Over Boiler and Air Compressor
A special Benalla Shire Council meeting failed to form a quorum as Crs Smith Dallas Burness and Walker were the only attendees. They planned to discuss the boiler and air compressor purchase informally and report back next Monday. The air compressor had been sold with a Western Australia plant to a firm in Hoagland, while the boiler was being placed that day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Xanithy
Air Compresaur
Western Australia
Hoagland
Melbourne
Jett
Shire
Jeffrey
Europe
Jul
Terang
Dearn
Jonx Nontox
John Norton
Yrnth
Eset
Fremantle
Sydney
Mulbourne
South Head
Deur
Hall
Red Cross
Thie
Shire Hall
Hamilton
Dover
Font Bexady Respest
Mr. Wen
Say
British East Afrion
Weiting
Alulmdlot
Bonalta
Anya
Monotala
South Africa
Inez
Evan
Pouie Cuasre
Jones
Dant Macmanarany
Bonalla
St. Jamey
Cleawhera
Cere Gially
Ramway
Swan
Noronsoy
Timalae
Sint March
Atnck Bratic
Arees
Langlands
M. Bergle
Cummingy
Metina Wother
Lambs
Bergin
Parpetual Trustees Association
Willian Hatchinson
Angue Mi'daod
Ilmaly
Mansfold
Geanlor
Belog Realty
Luatsbor
John Angus M'Lood
Margaret
Hilda Knox
Bronswick Notes On Weather Courts And Local Notices
A ragged column notes a light Paris visit possibility for Mr Hughes and a May Australia departure risk. Rain records rise to 2.64 inches this month. Apple pooling unlikely. agriculture minister discusses disposal plans. Brunstwick court adjourns Bridget Baxter case. she mothers 20 children, one awarded Distinguished Conduct Medal. Sally Day stock sale postponed to May 2. Land sale of 77 acres near Tungamah advertised with stock and machinery. New money lending society promotes 50-year legacy and easy terms. Geo Hyland changes address for plumbing business to Carter Beos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoomes
Hughes
Paris
Australia
Minister of Agriculture
Twesty
Broswick
Bridget Baxter
David Gon
Tungamah
Messia, Green, Manning and Co
Tuiko Beronwoxrs
Burnoine Society
Carter Beos
Busiavsa
Anen
Senator Pearce and conscription debate on Eight Hours night
An Eight Hours movement social evening features Senator Pearce and BR TL Gill arguing conscription. Gill warns of state control over body and liberty while Pearce defends voluntary enlistment and Australia’s duty to support Allies, noting conscription may come if needed and citing unionists as contributors to war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abs
BR TL Gill
Ss Australis
Kare
Pearce
Australia
Atmilea
Branco
Raesis
Italy
British Empire
United Kingdom
Germany
Gorassey
Belgium
Poland
Belgian
Gallasay
Lula
Ambraila
Appianso
Racing results from Maldon Plate and related events
The report details racing at Maldon with Lightwing Dream and Satelan favored in the Maldon Plate. Lightwing Dream wins by five lengths over Satelan, Silverela third. Stakes races include the Triat Handicap, Hallwey Handicap, and Weltar Handicap with two to one odds winners. Also mentions a trot win by Marin Wilkle and a government audit by Meg J. Tobia on the Water Trial book for year ending December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaulng
Ctu Pu Saburday
Jundy
Silvoe Struwt
Black Guin
Mr. Sin
Merryform
Baxsird
Tuthorine Wan
Avorla
Gtod
Sho Daly
Daisy Skopo
Polly Frown
Marin Wilkle
Waren Ther Atort
Meg J. Tobiason
Byalla
Inab
War Report Reveals Harsh Conditions at German Prison Camp
London dispatch notes a British committee report on the Wittenberg Camp describing abhorrent conditions. Major Priestley reports patients infested with vermin when brushing dust from clothes and cites other appalling incidents. The camp is labeled plague ridden, starved of basics for months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Wittenburg
Artiony
Priestley
French Make Progress Trenches Captured Near Donnumont
Paris reports progress on the front south of Donnumont village as troops advance in trench positions. Command says 180 motive of branches captured southwest of the village, indicating territorial gains and material seizure amid ongoing operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Aconmmun
Donnumont
Verdun Offensive Believed Finished After Fifty Days
Daily Chronicle correspondent at Paris states the German Verdun offensive, after fifty days, is believed to be finished with only desultory attacks expected henceforth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verdun
London
Daily Chronicle
Parin
German Casualties Reach 2.7 Million Since War Start
Official figures show German military deaths and casualties climbing to 2.7 million since the war began, with 82,000 reported killed and the total losses including other categories approaching the high mark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Germans Claim Air Raid Against Russians Near Riga Gulf
A German comman i states four naval aeroplanes dropped twenty bombs on the Russian aerodrome at Aesel near the Gulf of Riga and forced two Russian planes to descend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulf of Riga
Balkans Offensive Threatened In Turbulent Greece
Athens reports political turmoil as the Bulgarian-German front looms and Greek Finance Minister resigns over government failures. The move signals potential upheaval amid ongoing Balkan tensions facing M Dragowmis and state policy questions.
Belgian Neutrality Stormy Scenes In the Reichstag
Amsterdam dispatch reports a volatile Reichstag debate on the German Chancellor's speech. Beloved Irishlike Haase accused Belgium of injustice, while Hore Vor Fiyow pledged to uphold Belgian neutrality. Liebknecht faced heckling amid a noisy session as anger flared over submarine warfare questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Reichstas
Haase
Sopisline
Belgium
Eax
Fororeign Amity
Hore
Fiyow
Gurminy
Herr von Jagow
Hort Haase
Brench Chamber of Deputies
Herr Haase
Col Traguey
Copenhagen
Raichstag
Organ
Schleswig Dane
Flonshang
Prusaiwa
Schleswig
Efpatein
Clunesilor
Lishknacht
Speialint
Liebknecht
Mombur
Navy
Liebknecht Feil
Watfery
British Prisoners to Be Drilled to Fight England
Amsterdam report notes Reichstag discussion on forcing British prisoners into drill practice. Dr Liebknecht cites documents allegedly showing plans, with under secretary involvement mentioned as part of the push against England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Amsterdam
Furthur
Reichstag
Liebknecht
Gresmont
Fragmented World War Front Dispatches From Aged Source
A jumble of wartime notices reports German efforts at the British front and near the Yser. Russian positions shift near Trabioud while Turks guard the Black Sea. British success in Mesopotamia is noted with a capture at Bolaloinas Igris. General Smuts reportedly surprised a German force in German arms. The German Federal Council passes a Daylight Saving Bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
theeYser
Flandau
Vardin
Gorman
Rucha
Nonny Gorman
Trabioud
Turkial
Ue Bink Sea
Mesopotamia
Yirkish Pusbian
Bolaloinas
Igris
Federal Council
Welcome Home Sister Knox in Benalla Hall Festivities
A large crowd gathered in Benalla to honor Nurse Knox returning from service in Egypt. Speakers praised her bravery in Gallipoli and the front lines, noting her care for wounded soldiers and sacrifice. The event featured the National Anthem, tributes from officials and fellow servicemen, and expressions of pride in Australia’s nurses and troops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knox
Shiva
W. B. Stith
Reva
A. C. M'Connan
P. J
Sister Knox
Applanes
Iage
V.U
Lfear
Bear
Siktor Knox
Asplaase
P. J. Edwards
Australia
Miator
Benalla
Gallipoli
Agale
Australis
Bonalla
Koox
Hospitalé
Egypt
Nureo Knox
Norse Knox
Lea Bonzer
Lang
Daly
Mr. Hamilton
Nish
Patelatic
Aay
Stetor Knox
Applauwa
Applauco
Mr. Holting
Bandotiero
Davidson Sid
Sietor Kaus
Boualls
Midale
Appiauce
Holispolia
Mr. H. Clarke
Sletor Koox
Ate
Southland
The
Marne
Carpes
Stator Knox
Tucklud
Cappienea
Deffruy
Hilde Knox
Min Knox
Moons
Kinga
Anatralla
Floren Nightingale
Woldiars
Anzac Horomw
Slater Knox
Nnte
Welcome Home Sister Knox in Benalla District
A large Benalla gathering honored Sister Knox returning from hospital service with speeches of gratitude. Local figures praised her work supporting soldiers, presenting a silver-backed charger, and a purse containing 68 sovereigns. Mrs Knox expressed heartfelt thanks as her father described her pride and the town’s warm welcome. The event concluded with a parish hall reception at Trinity Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hai
Pelle
Australia
Balaclva
Knox
Bonails
A. C. M*connan
Sister Knox
Melbourns
Prid
Thora
Benalla
Seatah
Honelals
Indy
Thorn
Bister Kane
Hur
Sistar Hildy Koor
Bonalla
I. J. Edwards
Takema
Prlentas Connolly
Sanderson
Sistar Knox
Lappiaune
Moser
Hamniftod
Holt
James Knox
Friande
Mooh
Mathilowon
Mies Knox
Norte Knox
Tha
Sentioua
Applane
Alngera
O'Toole
Stator Knox
Ae ‘Trinity Church
Edwarda Ind
Natural Health Lotion Pitches Catarrh and Piles Cure
An old advertisement promoting Natwea a cure for catarrh and piles. It claims the remedies are inexpensive and effective, offering to send full particulars with no cost. The text urges sufferers to write to Natura Health Co, 40 Elizabeth Bourne, for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catarri
Lara
Natura Health Uo
Elizabotl Bourne
Thrilling air fight over 7000 feet by Bone against German prize
Details from the British Press Bureau recount Flight Commander Bone pursuing a German sun plane raiding Dover Went Wat e Ramsgate and Deal on Sunday March 19. Bone closed in at height above the enemy and fired until the German machine dived and sank its propeller, landing on the water after the observer was wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bone
Sun
Dover
Wentwate
Ramsgate
Deal
Bono
Bonu
Alsad
Tia
Viella
Eithor
Wong
Bunn
Glenrowan Methodist Church Annual Meeting Report
At Glenrowan the annual meeting heard a Home Mission report from Rev Oldionnows of Melbourne, a collection raised for funds, and a musical item from Rev Coltman. The gathering praised Rev Coltman, with thanks for his service and best wishes as he moves to Beaufort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenrowan Methodist Church
Oldionnows
Melbourne
Home Mission
Coltman
Tha Ray
Hy Coltman
Bone
Beaufort
Glenrowan
Leven Milo Grook
Bourne Baul
H. T. Lew
Caltman
Goliman Sry
Hie
Feioode
Lanawlal
Rowan
Eleyorr Mila Creek
Bourne
Bank
Large Auction of Livestock and Farm Equipment Hits Roweya
A substantial sale at Roweya on Friday attracted a large attendance as Grogu, Mwaning and Co with partners offered horses, sheep, cattle and farm gear from W. W. Duck. Prices ranged high with bidders brisk from surrounding districts. Notable lots included a farm wagon, draught mares, various harnesses, drills, seed oats and hay, underscoring strong demand for farming assets in the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grogu, Mwaning and Co
M-Pheron, Thom and
Monar
Harris Brus
Tnt
EA LY. Sith
Byllorn
Mertow
Ristoy
Stebel
du Cripper- Wlonower
Binder
Apeke Solie
Dell
Rooop
Syiloy
Arvester
Drngeon Mitchell
Red Cross Society Gift to North Winton Branch Report
A large consignment to the North Winton branch of the Red Cross is dispatched to the Central Depot. The North Winton sports committee acknowledges a donation of £12. The text also references activities at the College of Health and mentions mothers and local gongs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Winton
North Wlotgn
Central Depot
M. Phillipe
North Wisto Sports Wamiittee
Also Mentioned on This Page
Yourtor Pearce
Tan
Australan Workers’ Union
Balkans
Corman-Bulgar
Athens
Mescauntan
Bulgaro-Gersmans
M. Dragowmis
Finange
Golters
Thomson &Co
Are
Woodrow
Thomson & CO
General Merchants
Nurse Knox
RED Cross Society
Nederland
Vin
Tony
New Season’s Goods
Treg.’S
Men's & Boys
Treg.’S, Drapers
Bridge Street
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