Benalla Remembrance of Gallipoli Lingers on ANZAC Day
On the sixth anniversary of Gallipoli Australia wide memory rites marked the day in Benalla. Celebrations stretched four days with school programs, a memorial hall fundraiser, and religious services. Citizens showed solemn reflection and a vow to honor the fallen through future national character.
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Gallipoli
Australia
Behalla
Educarion Department
Gallipeli
Peninsular
Anzac Day Ceremony at Benalla High School
Benalla held Anzac Day activities with a morning ceremony at Benalla High School. Head Master C G Waters led the program, listing enlisted former pupils and recounting sacrifices, followed by prayers, hymns, and reflections on courage and service.
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Benalla High School
Benalla
C. G. Waters
Ashmead S
Nelson J. B Leonett C
Oliver L
Brookes P
Porter A.D
Barness
H. Rodda
T.carmichinel
J. Scholes
Castles L. Nicholson P
Cavanagh
Schlelle W
Comvie
A. Stoltly
Dawbern
Smith H
Dowell BR
Stredwick
W. Crowmood
F. Sutherman
Hogan A
Sutton
Jarratt A. Thompson
Malghlu R
Thompson
W. Langter
Waller J. Lyons
F. Warren R. M'Kennle
Weatgartth
C. M’pherson
Saturday Celebration Sports Meet Amid Mixed Weather and Large Crowd
Saturday morning began clear then overcast with sun bursts later, bringing unusually warm air. Attendance looked strong due to prizes and local interest, though water takings fell to about £30, while country visitors and country competitors faced ground preparations delays. Officials praised organizers led by Mr P Rebbechi, with judges Messrs T Shiel, W Bourke, J Headland and C Turnbull delivering fair results. The Sheffield Handicap drew over 30 competitors from 48 entries. T M Smith of Albert Park won overall as 48th birthday runner G Springall made a notable semi final sprint. Other highlights included strong performances from Thomas of Heathcote and a busy juvenile program, with A W Brown taking the 75 Yards Handicap.
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W. Bourke J. Headland
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Messrs. Durack
G. Say
RB. Bourke
M. H. Findley
S. Mummery
B. Peacock
D T. M. Smiith
Mbert Park
G. Springall
Thomas
Heathcote
Sheffield
A. W. Brown
Griffiths
New South Wales
Payne
Laird
J. Beaser
J. Moore
Ly W. Twomey
Neckar
Benalla West School Hosts Friday Celebration
A Friday afternoon event at Benalla West school featured a program guided by the Education Department. Addresses were delivered by Rev. N D Herring and Mr. W F Waller, a school committee member, as part of the proceedings.
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Wilhume
Education Department
N D. Herring
W. F. Waller
Benalla Sports Day Brings Crowds to Anzac Program
A Multitude of events filled Benalla with spectators as basketball, track, horse events and a parade showcased school teams, returned soldiers, and local clubs. Be halla High School beat Wan garatta High 33 3 in girls basketball while Benalla teams dominated field events and a lively Anzac memorial service closed the day with religious addresses and community tributes.
Sunday Services at Holy Trinity Church Memorial and Anzac Spirit
Sunday services at Holy Trinity Church featured morning and evening worship. Decorations included flags and wreaths, with a wreath for Sister Hilda Knox. Rev N Herring spoke on freemasonry and the Anzac Spirit, supported by the Marangan Lodge of Freemasons. The choir, led by Mr Stevenson, performed Sweet in the Sun and Send out Thy Light, with Lisa Ronl ers on organ and Mr W Grainger closing the Last Page.
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Hilda Knox
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Anzac Day Message at St Andrew's Church
A Sunday service at St Andrew's Church featured a choir anthem What are These conducted by B B Gibson. Rev A C MGonnan preached on Anzac with five letter texts. He addressed Ablor that gehrich ja evil and Narrow i the way i that feaded nto life, noting difficulty finding a text for Z.
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B. B. Gibson
A. C M'Gonnan
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Parade Draws Large Crowds With Marching Band
The Monday celebrations featured a lengthy procession organized by Mr A P Clarke and fellow committee members after weeks of quiet work. Seventeen players formed the band, followed by about 40 returned soldiers and Fallers Association members. Boy scouts and girls presented decorated bicycles, receiving praise from the public and officials. Notable entries included Christies Taylor and a spring themed display with geraniums and foliage.
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A. P. Clarke
Fallers Association
Credita Lfe
Chriasie Taylor
Medals Presented for Great War Service at The Ceremony
Lieutenant Colonel Thwaites awarded 70 British War Medals and 5 1914 15 Stars to soldiers in a Governor General coordinated ceremony. Recipients included numerous lieutenants and corporals from multiple battalions, recognizing their service in the Great War. Many others could not receive medals due to limited supply, as applause and thanks were heard from the attendees.
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Gallipoli
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AG. Wallace
Rawtans
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R. Ambler
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A. Cook
Concert by Commercial Travellers Party Draws Large Audience
The Shire concert by the Commercial Travellers Concert Party last night drew a very large crowd. Reserved seats sold out early and the hall was crowded in all sections. The performers were praised, with Hiroushout More singled out as the standout talent of the evening.
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Celebration in Melbourne as 25000 troops join parade
Melbourne marks Mirac Day with mass crowds and a 25000-strong procession. Ceremonial services take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and St Patrick's Cathedral. A 4001b pig bred by Mr O Connor of South Kynoth is noted, owner receiving £16.
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Tosday
St Patrick's Cathedral
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