Centralisation movement launches at Benalla conference
The decentralisation drive began over a year ago with Ballarat as the first meeting site. Dr Curnow of Bendigo urges country unity against metropolitan growth, noting taxation bills and retrenchment hit policy, while calls for expanding country settlement, port access, and rural industry.
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Benalla
Ballarat
Averyone
Curnow
Bendigo
Cecentralisation League
Melbourne
Carnow
Legislavo Gouncil
Dr. Curnow
Yarra
Country Roads Board
Nenrer
Public Works Inspectorate
Phillips
Beechworth
Births Drought Beats War Impact in Benalla Rate
At the Court of Petty Sessions registrar Gaffoey reported Benalla births for the quarter ending last March totaled 38, lowest in years, with 504 average. Three months show January 9, February 1, March 8, births outweighing deaths, as attendees noted. Auction notices follow for estate of J. B. Cleary at Goorambat offering 664 acres and a brick dwelling, stock and furniture, unreserved sale, with buyers arriving by car. Also a Shire-ball sale announced for Mrs. Mulder including a sitting room, dining room, bedroom furniture, piano and sundries. sale settings described as practically new. Doncaster Handicap winner Wedding Day and Sydney Cup winner Fortune Hunter noted in roundup. Coogee Handl… result details.
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Binta
Court of Petty Sessions
Pennefather
F.M
Mr. Gaffoey
Gaffoey
Ubet
Benalla
Penno Tather
Attanttona
Goorambat
Victorian Producere
Ice
Mulder
Sandey
Blacknat
Benalla News Roundup Highlights Local Events
Nationalist candidate J W Leckle wed Melbourne journalist Miss Knight. a five year old boy, son of a Tallangatta railway worker, died from exposure near Shelby after a search by 100 helpers. Court cases note vaccination fines and a speeding for goods debt. examinations at University of Melbourne listed high marks. Easter weather bleak with rain on Good Friday and Easter Monday.
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J. W. Leckle
M.L.A
Bonimbra
Todd
Miss Knight
Melbourne
Sydney
Mreeters
Parliament House
Lackle
William King
King
Tallangatta
Shelby
Quin
Tallsuwatts
Joattern
Nile
Soldiers' Milk Fund receipts and donations report
The Hon. Mrs Rodgora reports on the shore fund success and thanks donors and volunteers including Mrs D. Smith D. Collins Rodgers Say Magennis Reilly Fiddes Misses M. and J. Boyd Goulding Hatwell. Totals show £26 14s after various collections and milk donations continue for wartime relief. Also includes two advertisements for complexion cream and ear treatments with Melbourne addresses.
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Sre
Mies Rodgora
Euccess
Aleo Mens Permowan, Wright and Co
Lo and Fru
Mosdames D. Smith
Guoramimt
D. Collins
Rodgers
Say
Magennis
Reilly
Sen
Fiddes
J. Boyd
Goulding
Hatwell
Telvestmuont
Tytl
Blows
Lam
Berman Keene
Kiatm
Natta” Heart Co
Elizabeth St
Melbourne
Catarre
Cavarri
Nataea
Wealth Co
Hilenbeth
Trent
Battle of Arras Great British Victory
London Monday. Haig reports the west front offensive began at 15 30 on Monday morning. British forces attacked along a wide front from Arras to Lens and penetrated German lines. Villages Hermies and Boursies were stormed, Huvincourt Wood taken near Pertaine. Fresnay le Petit captured toward St. Quentin, advances near Le Verguier. Considerable number of prisoners taken.
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Reoren
London
Grant
Douglas Haig
Arras
Lens
Hermies
Boursies
Cambrai
Vimy Ridge Captured. 600 Prisoners Taken In British Drive
Despatches from the front report Vimy Ridge seized between Arras and Lens with 600 prisoners. The British gained thirty square miles of country and pushed 4000 yards on a 12 mile front. Haig notes over 11,900 prisoners since Monday, plus 100+ field guns and trench mortars.
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Vimy Ridge
Arras
Lens
Philip Gibbs
Wod
Hindenberg
Herren
London
Douglas Haig
B.in
Counter Attack Beaten Off Near Monehylepreux and Bullecourt
British forces repelled two counter attacks near Monehylepreux and penetrated toward Bullecourt taking prisoners while suffering regrouped resistance. Heavy artillery exchanges and German reports note renewed fighting along the Arras Cambral road and bombardment of Saint Quentin.
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London
Doulas Haig
Monehylepreux
Bullecourt
12000 Prisoners and 150 Gans Captured
M Lafero United Service correspondent reports that the lines captured twelve thousand prisoners and one hundred fifty Gans. The figures reflect a large engagement and mark a significant advance.
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M. Lafero
United Service
Village Heights Saree spy te village heights note
Sir Douglas Hay reports a favorable develop ment in Noddatanoa and Monchy le Peaux village heights captured early this morning. Progressing satisfactorily on the battle front with artillery activity between Somme and Oise and night fighting near Saixons de Champagne amid a violent artillery duel at Boiss 10 Petre.
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Eyonmmen
London
Douglas Hay
Noodatanoa
Heighor
Monchy-le-Peaux
Aberware
Somme
Oise
Saixons de Champagne
Boiss 10 Petre
British Artillery Dominates Germans in Tactical Salient
Telegraph reports on Wednesday afternoon that British heavy artillery superiority created a decisive tactical position. It notes the offensive success forcing the enemy back to a sharp salient while bitter cold and high winds persist. Airmen continue remarkable work amid harsh conditions.
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Fewdiel
Coftespuuneny
Stubborn Battle Proceeds On East Front
A Russian official report describes activity north of Rajische where frontline trenches were held and enemy forces driven out after bayoneting wounded. The stubborn fight continues with Turks near Rachta south of Ushovno as both sides press for advancement in the region.
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Appitnanry
Wincess
London
Enomy
Rajische
Terech
Koven
Sokal
Rachta
Ushovno
Bulgaria Votes Rise As German Tyranny Stirs Protests
London dispatch reports that anger at Germany's tyranny fuels voting protests in Bulgarian towns, with Sofia among the centers of activity. The Reuters correspondent notes reliable information indicating widespread dissension and voter participation in several municipalities.
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Germany
Reuter
London
Macedonia
Bulgaria
Sofia
Fatal Drowning Accident at Shepparton
Brleu osmuulimy ag ana sodmed Kerlin ten, sone of Mr and Mrs M Halpto, of Corio Street, north Shepparton, drowned Saturday morning in a clayhole behind W Yattle’s brick yard. Their younger brother and cousin Gerald Thorn, Melbourne visitor, joined them on an errand to a bacon factory. The hole measured about a date square with water up to 50 feet deep. Kerlin slipped on a floating plank, fell in. Brien dived after him but both drowned. Thorn, who could swim a little, jumped in with clothes on but found no sign of the cousins. Bodies recovered with grappling hooks about a quarter of an hour later. First aid given but ineffective. coroner C T P recorded a verdict of accidental drowning.
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Brleu Osmuulimy Ag
Ana Sodmed Kerlin
Mra. M. Halpto
Corioatreet
North
Shepparton
Hee
Degentralisation conference debates state decentralisation plan
A Wednesday gathering in Benalla Shire hall drew over 30 delegates led by Dr. Husland as chair. The meeting debated railway freight subsidies and a push for decentralisation to boost regional trade, with speakers from Ararat, Beechworth, Birchip, Castlemaine, Glenlyon, Maryborough and more. Debate covered cost sharing with Melbourne, the size of Parliament, and moving more government functions to country districts.
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Benalla
Husland
G. F.saylor
Ile
Victoria
Duluga i Ararat
Crs
Northey
Sid Trwin
B. Carey
Karen G. Wale Hnotly
Basett
Karkhope
O'Teiughlin
Kerang
Richardson
Loxton
Lautian Lowleit
Lowe
Maryborough
Fen Mildurs
E. Henderson
Marony
WG Yeates
Omeo
W. Grise
Portland
WW. Williamson
Port Paley
Noorichter
O. Dobson
T. M' Master
Hutherglen
Prentice
Sale
Fulcher
J. Heusen
Cihappell
Forest policy sparks debate on timber and rail link
The meeting discussed western district timber claims and value, noting uprooted stands and restricted access. Officials urged railway connections and government plans to mobilize assets, while farmers pressed for wheat support and price parity with imported goods.
Wounded Major Mingholl In France Roll Of Honor
The Defense Department conveyed news to Mrs Mitcholl in Wynnawah that her son Sergeant A Sexor has been admitted to the Bus Hospital on March 26, severely wounded by gunfire in the thigh and abdomen. The report notes Major Mingholl from viooas is not seriously injured.
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Majoe A. Mingholl
Viooas
Gat
Departure of Mr. Davey from Queensland business circle
District news reports the resignation of William Davey from his long-held role in the local firm Mears Waits Turnbull and Co Toft Queensland due to ill health. He was farewelled with a social gathering at Kiron Hall where friends expressed regret while Mr Osroy and others voiced goodwill remarks. The Kuros Club and local bodies noted ongoing support as plans to fund Belgian relief were announced before the resolution's rescission.
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Eurva Me
William Davcy
Uros
Mears Waits
Turnbull and Co
Toft
Queensland
Davey
Kuros Club
Uthve
Darey Wee
Kiron
M*fadgenn
Daroy
J. J
M'Lewn
Osroy
Karoa Cous
BOWLS COUNTRY CLUBS TOURNAMENT REPORT AND RESULTS
Large public bowls tournament coverage with player names, venues, and match notes. Mentions teams like Malta gates and Olives, describes performances, wins, and near misses, highlighting key players and officials while noting event progression and commentary on strategies and outcomes.
Fragmented report on local weather and events in Molyallam
A garbled OCR note from Molyallam records weather patterns and a stream of numbers, names, and places including references to Mulyaliah Maaror and Nandéal. It lists monetary figures, dates, and a long list of seemingly unrelated proper nouns, with no clear single event.
Presentation To A Phoona Resident Debated Theme
A confusing text discusses a presentation about the Huot Protectoren Ghuevel and MEB Niwl'e 0, noting speakers Mew I Gyhaon and Mey Jay, with references to Aver owas Vet and Avoraliy vane. It mentions support for children and a diathany unit, plus praise for Mr Sietor and a visit linked to the National Avytenn.
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Sietor Keadly
1.01 Coavint News From Haniallay Junior Bablin
Fragmentary text from a 1.01 Coavint report in Haniallay mentions Wiley Elusuur Fitegerahil and Junior Bablin, noting an aging population section and health data. Details are unreadable. the item appears to be a brief community update with obfuscated names and dates.
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Jesroik Vuwnse
Keisuas Stiri
Wiley Elusuur Fitegerahil
Haniallay
Local Live Stock Markets Report From Watts Thornbuld & Co
Commercial cattle markets show heavy cattle supply and lighter sheep and pigs. Prices and weights vary across listings with multiple yards and consignors reporting on April 1. Demand includes hogs, cattle, and sheep across numerous brands and regions.
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Watts, Tornbuld & CO
Watts ,Purnia! and Co
Ite Corporation
Victorian stock sale yields robust demand at Warburton auction
Victorian producers report a large turnout at a Tuesday April sale in Warburton. Strong competition from buyers including local firms in Wangaratta and nearby towns pushed values higher with yarding good across cattle, ewes, and store stock. Prices reached a peak around £16 15s for some draft stock, while overall yarding sold close to late rates. buyers and sellers praised the exceptional demand and steady trade.
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Victoron Producten Coopytabye Coury Report
Wil Oband
Uusyers
Stualee
War Yard
Joe. Crawford
Olivia Sly
Joe Goulding
Ewes
Local Auction Records Mixed with Names and Totals
A fragmented report lists multiple buyers and prices from a Ballarat area sale. Names include Koniletan Ballarat and A Waters, with sums noted like £3 6 and £29. The text references locations such as Glenrowan and Howlarck Mewire with a mix of uncertain details and figures.
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Curban
Bourne
Niele
Syed Abil Falncoly
Tooekel Gondy
Mand Ia
Ant Koniletan
Ballarat
Keowh
Hanes Barth
Glenrowan
A. Waters
Chad
Mrt Cowan
Yin
IL Waters
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Mildred ten-Brink
Mary Costallo
Aileen Dorboy
Nellis Witzgerald
Mary O'Shea
Benalla Court of Petty Sessions
P.M
G. Dunlop
John Watery
Edwin Eaton
Henry Farewoll
H. Munuley
Alex, Gray
Edwin Win
Rosese
Des
Willig
RR HU. Doherty
Win
Geo. Dunlop
Wins Stredwick
H. Mathieson
Flying Corps
Mathieson
W. Say
Son Preasery
W. Nichells
Johanos Guin
B. Conroy
Gseerre Norges
F. Walker
A. M W. Walker
Maryoitors Rowneniks
Kilmore
Browning
Edward Shana
Mangslore
Shanshan
Scoopi
Crayam
Mr. Warton
Sloyd
Booalle High School
Sunday
Wer
Mise Laird
Benalia East Echont
Leacher
Awn L- Barry
Bal
Shire
Hal Moody
H. Guppy
Texxis
Yarrawooga Eastor
G. Stodart
Bonalla
Mira D. M'Carthy
Phaelin
M'Curty
Miss Stodirt
Mise M-Dong
M'Curthy
Mia. Barrington
Mise Raby Ladger
Frank Baines
Pouricay
J. W. Lookie
Indi
Elestora
Bexatta Ganpess Praisep
Dr. Frost
Shire of
W.N.L. Soldiers’ Milk Fund
Battle OF
Amimarty
Con Wincess Press
Arras- Cambeal Road
Queant
Sb. Quentin
The
A.lf
Solilang
Metndrense
Bhat Merk
Jen
Noar
Ratyon
Elias
Erwin
Ararat Buryugh
Thie Pute
Warrnambool
Apwarda
Tiit
Warrnamboit
Boudiga
Mylbourne
Leo
Meluairous Ip
Etond
Ararat
Agalyis
Staty Poe
Devil Yiey
Henderston
Mi Mure
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Harvard
Vandenberg
Altogath
Ge. Phillips
Australis
Dr. Black
Violettown
Gr. McLellan
Aganta
Commonwealth Commisiover
Exielence
Auetralia
Gr. Garmon
Dr. Vandenberg
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Ubi Foie
Albay
Uivl
Aib
Rhodes
Ome
Willys el
Zatyal
Facalty
Paveley
Pevilnua
Norris
Lise Mae
Taylor
Vail
Otis
Ted Toltem
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Frerylvris
Prensien
Philips
Waliner
Bulahar
Ehitips
Heelersn
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Lardiaw
Vil
Williane
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Bard
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Bealworth
Ted
Hatcher
Brinn
Tyan
Seatle
Ch. Mloughlin
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M'Clollayal
Baylor
Bedera
Beato
Jopartmenta
Cook
Australia
New Zealand
Garstead
Chateman
Chey Nilstad
Homer Suint
Phillie
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Gyn Teok
Banalls Shire Press
Husbaut
Deloyslor
Ho Pivad
Bren
Strathieldwaye
Gra Taylor
Oden
Pulatur
Sal Comb
District News
Baker
Elale
Bmw Prey
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Tagich
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Mackerwil
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Moran
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Easiliiy
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Adel
Ivenee
Leer
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Tolly
Molyallam Sports
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Maahtany Hung
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T. Fuiott
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Kinry
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Ale Aaluey
Steve A. Ysurmtuyt
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Goku
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Oman
Utne
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Syria
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Ginyu
Stoke Carri
Larkin
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Sonny Avetle
W. White
W. Onborne
A. Pithering
Ceraje
J.P. Gupun
W. Pook
Elipa
de Suvith
Lily
Ley
D. Robieson
Hoang
Pucker
SUN Amara
Aircon
Stero
S'S
Yes
Ally Favanely
Jay Jamavis Wolhars
Speciat Base Lincom, OF Stud
Peitre Thaseviin
Mesbonroo
Wilkines
Baruawaryha
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