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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 14, 1911
Page
4
A chaotic district session references St. James and St. Mary parishes with scattered notes on local residents, school trustees, and a sequence of community events. Mentioned are Glencoe, Westwood, and Ellermart venues, with a brief reference to upcoming services and parish planning.
A fire destroyed two hay stacks and damaged a wagon and machinery at Boxwood near Merde If Woopur. Witnesses Mrs Hooper and Mr tune reported that the blaze started some distance away and was aided by shifting wind. Firefighting efforts saved the storeroom building, though the exact cause remains unsettled.
A St James concert on Beata evening drew a large crowd despite poor weather. The program featured a mix of solos and ensemble pieces by Berndt, Friwresng, Miss Finlitrigieat, Mrs. Miver, and others with the St James orchestra opening the program and a final reception at Caterve Phillips.
An evening lecture on character and temperament was held with Mr Cooke as the speaker. A large audience attended as Mr Cush presided and the event concluded with thanks and refreshments.
The Violet Town Shire Council met Monday in Shirw Hall with members Buckhind Blick Hendoree Wilbon McStiane Pore shaw, and Mitchell present. The Health Department sought a definite reply on a proposed health mill Act and funding questions. Roads and bridge works were discussed, including tenders, contracts, and delays. repairs on quahbers end of the Bole road and a new bridge by Jackson’s were debated. The council approved several tenders, ordered action on drainage and road deviations, and planned meetings for the Women’s National League. A health officer appointment and hall usage restrictions were also decided.
A garbled OCR excerpt lists contracts with names like Gabba Hrawh Wallon Ik Be AVthen and Welat Boh A M'Pherenn. It mentions erection and work by various firms including Wallace's ai Markt's and Pattonson's, but most details are unreadable and unclear.
A Victorian cooperative meeting examines shareholding duties and the need for producer unity to maximize returns from wine and butter exports. Discussion covers margins, stock holdings, influence of London agents, and the impact of regulatory checks on moisture content. The speaker emphasizes cooperation, fair prices, and loyalty from workers amid fluctuating demand.
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