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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 25, 1919
Page
4
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A onetime gathering at Yandool discussed the advisability of flexible peace measures. Mr A Quinn was named secretary, with residents of Boxsnod Intond to attend and bid farewell to a local figure. The meeting noted plans to move to Tallangoth y to address future community aims.
The Benalla Club staged a successful automating meeting in fine weather with a large crowd and £157 gate takings. Officials led by Findley and Munve ran a smooth program, praising judge Tarneball for accurate decisions. Notable races included the Hurdle and the principal Cup where Rexmere and Bowmore clashed, with Rexmere securing victory, and Trish Song winning a shortened final under testing conditions. The event featured competitive fielding, attractive grounds, and favorable attendance, marking a well-run meet by the Beaslly Club.
Easter Monday saw an MCC bowling team visit Benalla, with morning and afternoon matches against Robinia and Benalla clubs. Baker top scored in a close 27 to 24 win for MCC. Benalla later dominated in the Good Friday cricket match, aided by strong bowling and batting from Giller, Paternoster, and Rodgerson, securing a first-innings victory.
In Benalla Standard race notes from April 1919, multiple five furlong events are listed with horses Pendileer, Premervel, Paloris, Maltguard, Beau Cheval, Elfiedel, and Earl Godwin among starters. Results show tight finishes, noses and lengths separating winners, with times around 1.2 to 1.3 and varied betting odds for each horse.
Fragmented text describes a home remedy cough mixture and cost concerns. Mentions obtaining a bottle, diluting with water, and directions printed on the bottle. References to individuals and a meeting with unclear context.
An endurance tale of Mary suffering backache and kidney trouble followed by a testimonial from Mrs W H O'Bryan of Yarrawonga praising Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. It describes symptoms, urges readers to try the product, lists prices, and notes a company address and a local business address change for Mr Geo Hyland's operations.
St Kilda arrived Saturday and stayed at the Victoria hotel. Skipper W Hatch chose to bat, reaching 195 as Hill took seven wickets. Paternoster top scored with 67 and Hill 39, despite an eye injury. Benalla were skittled for 102, then rallied to 190 with Hill 39 and Paternoster 67, but fell short. St Kilda won the first innings by 69. Lancheon hosted tea, crowds watched on a rough oval.
Fragmentary cricket notes list players such as Brown Barton Patterson Hatch Thurling Barton Lewers O Dea and Ponsford with partial score figures. Mentions Dowling and Ringing bids or analysis by F Hatch W Hatch and Barton.
A detailed report from Molyallah records a successful Easter Monday event with strong attendance and a record entry. Winners across many classes include Sheffield Handicap winner Bunworth, Open Log Chop J Newman, and local racers in pony and children’s events. The day ended with a well attended dance, prize winners Mr and Mrs W Ryan, and gratuity from Wangaratta band.
At Auckland Magistrates Court on Friday Jamee Lambden a farmer faced wife desertion charges and extradition to Victoria. Constable Stedman produced a Victoria warrant. Lambden admitted his wife came to Australia with him but denied Victoria as origin. He was a former science master and school teacher who served in the war.
On Easter Monday the residents and visitors attended a ceremony at the site of the bridge over Warrenbayns Creek erected by the Gibbons Bron. The ribbon was cut by Mise Bessis Gibbons as Mr. J. G. Naiomibh spoke of local isolation and the old convenience the bridge brings. The rustic theatre pleased attendees and the effort cost £75 to complete. the bridge is expected to serve many years. Sir Arthur Gibbons and others were thanked, and a procession and children's program followed.
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