Grainger's Austral House Consultation Details
Information says consultation times at 10:30 a.m. and 165 p.m. and may be reviewed at Grainger's Austral House monthly.
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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 24, 1925
Page
4
Information says consultation times at 10:30 a.m. and 165 p.m. and may be reviewed at Grainger's Austral House monthly.
The Band and Tire Brigade Bazaar in the town featured multiple stalls run by committees from both bodies. Visitors could shop at the Produce Stall, Sweets, Kitchen, and various activity booths, with a large turnout during opening and a final evening performance by the Town Band. The event raised funds to support uniforms and equipment.
A deputation from the N.E. and Goulburn Valley Shires Association urged the Hill Minister of Works to push a scheme for nationalising major roads. They pressed Sydney Road as a priority and argued for government takeover or substantial federal funding to maintain inter state highways amid deteriorating conditions and patchwork repairs.
At Manggasatta on Ming the dhes ty coroner heard evidence about Alfred Jackson and others regarding a rifle accident that killed 17 year old Jackson. Howard A. Peacock, 17, testified they were in a paddock when the rifle discharged as the owner attempted to shoot at a hawk, the casualty falling face down. Witnesses described attempts to aid the deceased before arrival at home. Mounted-constable Beanies gave evidence of life-extinction pronouncement. The verdict was death from a rifle accidentally inflicted.
An article discusses copper carbonate seed wheat treatment to prevent cereal smut. It covers preparation, copper content, density, and filtration, noting advantages over blue stone and formalin, costs, equipment needs, safety, and adoption in Australia and North America with trials showing high satisfaction and reduced infection.
Grow to earn is to £5 weekly or more through a postal confectionery course. The ad promises easy, pleasant work at home, with a guaranteed return on sweets made and a kit with learning materials. Send name and address to receive free books and details on earning £5 to £15 a week.
A Melbourne era debate on the Noxious Weeds and Vermin Act sees delegates from the North Eastern and Goulburn Valley groups urging broader municipal control. Minister Mr Downward notes mixed views among councils on central control while acknowledging eradication costs and limited private options. Cases show high prosecuting costs, with fines small, as authorities seek streamlined enforcement and reduced counsel expenses.
The Parliamentary board assessing bulk wheat handling in Victoria has returned from Sydney. It commended Minister A Chaiffey and NSW officers for full cooperation and said it would report to Minister Bourchier on the bulk system. It aims to address storage silos and railway logistics, with financial considerations guiding the recommendation.
A police case against a hotelkeeper over possesion of opossum skins in a locked cupboard and a trunk raises whether the word knowingly is essential to the offence. The magistrate dismissed the information, ruling knowingly applies to the act, not the contents, leaving doubt about proof of knowledge of the items.
The Benalla Cemetery Trust convened at the Mechanics Institute with chair Mr T Hanlon. Attendees included Canon N J Fleming and Messrs Galley Hiscock and Serpull. Financials, accounts paid, fence issues, cemetery maintenance, concrete posts, grave maintenance, legal updates, and a Cemeteries Act purchase were discussed. A condolence letter was sent to the widow of the late Mr J G O Shea of Kilmore.
Tallangatta reports from Sir S Mixthieson and Mr J Rowan describe 1924 plots by K C Buchanan and G Hoddinott. Phosphate aided waterlogged pastures, boosting green weight by 76 to 101 percent across treatments, with earlier, denser growth and suppression of weeds. Exhibits planned at the show.
Forties-era notes report J Kutox awaiting royal commission work in Benalla, a wrist fracture during a high jump negotiation near Samara, and arrivals including M Bourbaty. Beechworth’s first mug sale under the 1884 act sold no reliefs. a Lake Rowan wedding linked Harpreaves and Miss Moties. Kelly elected president and Clarke vice president of St James Football Club, with a notable meeting of the Renall Poottall Club listing officers and a Benalla Poorhall Club financial report for 1881.
A Monday evening Airline Sports committee meeting chaired by Major Mitchell approved office-bearers. The list includes President Major iit 60, Judge Mr A Hooper, Mr Chadwick, and stewards. cycling events feature Musers Two iney and Rebbephiy Isles tall. The committee also plans allied entries with the Woetha Club for the Faylaid Carnival from April to May.
A wedding celebration at Kruvata residence of Mr. Juicy Newnan featured a welcome for the bride beanie. Guests and locals danced and admired gifts including an Aladdin lamp and kerosene. Mr. Newman received hearty thanks as friends toasted the union amid a plentiful spread and singing. Several attendees were absent due to Mr WL Siewhaetts' death.
An advertisement claims kidneys fail to pass impurities cause backache rheumatism and swollen joints. Gruen Health Salts allegedly restore kidney function, cleanse impurities, and relieve pains, with a price of 249 per house and sales through chemists and stores.
Ancient damaged ad claims A Glear Young Skin DERMAK product can reverse aging and remove freckles blotches and blemishes. It promises fast results starting within a few weeks highlighting “Winter” as best time to renew skin and asserting removal of all skin blemishes.
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