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Newspaper

Benalla Standard

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 02, 1918

Page

3

Visit to Bacalla High School by Mr Alfred Fussell

Mr Alfred Fussell chief Inspector of schools visited Bacalla High School on a clear morning. He spoke on the purpose of high schools training both character and capability, urged thrift and war savings certificates, and discussed the need for extra classroom space promised to review the matter after returning to Melbourne. Community notices follow about charity badges, medical institute debates, and various local fundraising and civic items.

Fussellu Alfred Fussell Bacalla High School Guya Benalla Fasaell Mulbourne Banat Beonila Women's Auxiliary Army Corps Peance Lopaes Wangaratta Friendly Societies’ Association J. Murphy Leongatha Association Melbourne Saya Questim of Medical Institute U.F.S.A J. Bowser Frevon Cross Boonie Brigga Phyliss Carter H. Ledger Messrs. Hamilton Doherty J. Connolly Cleary Mies Hanlon A. A. Abotamug Grainger Austral House Det Hari Major Hyeriaon Everett Major Harrison Mre. Sims H. Baker Wharton Quinn Rutledge Barklamb Connolly Luxford Misa Mackrell Morgans Wallace W. Barklamb Panape Oy Stainoss Benalla Agricultural Society LaRue Department of Agriculture Wm. Cummroy Hooper Bras Glousimond Stewart Commlog Miss Abbots Goomalibes Rotary R. J. Biackburne Cox Waltion Pretmarvel Alruady Rt. J. Cooke A. Harrison Cocke Banda Fisher Tieerr Wangaratha Meg Batcorbe Bridge Nunn Stre

Proof Wanted to The Editor About Soldiers At Anstralian War Meeting

A reader attacks Mr Cowan for disparaging remarks about soldiers, challenging his claims on morale in Egypt and New Zealand troops. The letter asserts the need for evidence, defends returned soldiers, and hints at discipline for spreading unverified statements. It urges the Agricultural Society to keep show grounds dry and ends with a signature line endorsing a local children's health product.

Cowan Arbaltaral Society Tle Bla Anstralian Ealdler Egypt Zaaland Agricultural Society

French repulse German assault east of Carehy le Chateau

London notes a French communique reporting strong bombardment followed by German attack on our new positions east of Carehy le Chateau repulsed, lines intact, with ongoing actions northeast of Forecourt Dennis and fighting near Seringas. An American counterattack retook the village, and raids north of Porthos le Shurlas brought back prisoners.

London Carehyle Chatean cu-Tardennis Seringas Georges

British Make Raids and Prisoner Capture Reported

British forces conducted raids and patrols along the Lena, Bothone, and northern front sectors, capturing prisoners and driving off riders southwest of Lo Basso. Allied artillery was active along the Somme in the Morris Kemmel area as the front lines held. General March, in Washington, said there is only slight hope of tagging the German army due to resistance at Soissons and Rheims, with the safe objective remaining to inflict maximum casualties.

London Douglas Halgraparte Countera Lena Bothone Lo Basso Somme Washington March Prosa Correspondenta Soisoons Rheims

Italian Front Polo Bombarded By Italian Report

London dispatch reports an Italian official statement claiming complete repulsion of four strong attacks near Pola and the Upper Adriatic. The two hour assault caused fires at submarine and aviation facilities while Italian machines returned safely.

Pola Loodon Cornone Adriatic Poly

Albania and Austria Ammnaury report on Albania front lines evacuation

An official wireless report states that in Albania the enemy, under sustained pressure from our forces, evacuated their front lines at many points. The note indicates ongoing operations and withdraws amid allied advances through the area.

Austria Albania Prue Austelan

Assassination Plot Targeted German Leader in Ukraine

Berlin reports indicate Field Marshal von Keyhon and his adjutant were wounded by a cab bomb near Eichon's residence while returning from Ossinn. Both died later. The cab driver was arrested and the inquiry points to Moscow based radicals as the origin of the plot.

Loy Meer Vancouver Wedneway Berlin Mexasge Ivld Marehal von Kichon Ukraine Amsterdam Rieif Avys — Wapnat Io von Eichon Csptsio Yoo Drossleo Ossinn von von Eichon Mia

Germany and Turkey sever relations reported by Standard

On Tuesday afternoon oxblagram via Renter reported that relations between Germany and Turkey had been severed and that Constantinople confirmed the news, reflecting a sudden diplomatic break between the two nations.

Germany Turkey Oxblagram Ws Renter Constantionple

Benalla Live Stock Market Report by Watts Turnbull Co

Watts Turnbull and Co report a fortnightly market at Benalla Corporation yards on July 10 with large buyer attendance and a strong sheep sale though dull for store stock. Prices ranged widely for light bullocks and cattle, with prime lambs, fat cattle, and store cattle showing varied results. The Victorian Produce Cooperative Co also held a sales at the same yards, noting light yarding but firmer prices and strong demand for prime store and baconers.

Benalla Watts, Turnbull & CO Watts, Turnbull and Co Corporation Yards Yelding Victorian Producers’ Co. Operative Company Victorian Producco’ Corporative Co Bonalls

Avenue of Honor Ceremony Planned and Planted

The meeting discussed Avenue of Honor preparations for tomorrow with Chair H Guppy presiding. Plans call for gravillows to replace trees to allow growth, a platform on the road to host the opening, and J W Leckie MALE to execute the ceremony. The shire president will begin planting across the street, funds are improving, and a Savings Bank account will be opened. The first match of the W A R O is scheduled, with returned soldiers and senior cadets also taking part.

Tourenne H. Guppy Hy Brige Publie Cardona Tbwan Priny Shire W.A.R.O. Wl Icsasion

Roll of Honor Died on Service in July

Pelgate Doh Woster of Bolin was killed in Branco on July 14, three years after enlistment. Stout Garlick, in Millse s store area, killed in July. Mr. 3 vennings of oorsmbel learned on Tapeday that Lival G W Jeanine MC was injured. Private J A Black, son of Cry We Mack of Apotipotyon, wounded again and admitted to Bath War Hospital, Buglad on June 27 from a left wrist gunshot injury. His brother was killed in the engagement.

Pelgate Doh Woster Bolin Branco Stout. Garlick Millse Wctlow Oorsmbel Lival G. W. Jeanine M.C J. A. Black Cry We Mack Tle Bath War Hospital Buglad

Fire brigade and water supply questions linger after blaze

A disputed inquiry into the town water supply following a fire reveals concerns over main feed points near Greysbrae and Smythe Street, pumping access at the railway station, and the brigade’s volunteer status. Residents hear claims of cost, delays, and calls for clearer accountability from Mr. Rebbechl, Mr. Walker, and the Water Trust.

Water Trust Mathewuu Selce Greysbraet Barkly Struet Robbeoisi de Smythe Necesavry Relibuctesus Beldge Benalla West Rebbechl Habbeehl Stobbecht Rebecht Walker Spd Enlookurs Walkura Cortog Merrion Lea Derenwion Mumiers Connie Slondr Walker and Company Aifelre Perhapd Romty Weber

SALE OF GIFTS AT THOONA SCHOOL FAIR

A charity sale at Thoons School on Friday evening drew a large turnout despite poor weather. A total profit of £21 10s was recorded from the event, which featured a cake sale, wall chart, and other stalls. The fair provided amusement with music and performances by local youths, and proceeds were used for school purposes.

Stalin

Maintenance case in Benalla court over abuse claim

At Benalla court Nita Bowcher pressed charges against her husband William James Bowcher for leaving her destitute and subjected to violence. The case, before Magistrates Moswes and others, heard evidence of repeated assaults, long separation, and financial control, with the court reserving judgment and considering an order for support.

Benalla Moswes G Waller W. B. Smith W. Henney J.P Nita Bowcher William James Bowscher FT. Brown Wor Lawers Cutien Thia Brown Lowers Fmm Diacoeo Mey Dovist Dye A.D. Nish Mr. Leweee Nika Bowsbet W. J. Bender Davenish, Baker Sud Leon Uurborn Oldvet Belog Cho Defundan Fle Ki Sevan Bikshouse Sydney Doveniah Mr. Brown Howard Lin Hillaeboth Hill Bawohee Fin Leworss Bawehor Wim Bowghir Bonilla Abe Agulnat Aimee Fia Watt

Valedictory Farewell to Mrs James at Goondalben District

A farewell gathering was held Friday night at Mrs James residence in Goondalben district as she departs for a new home. Attendees from the district praised her pacifist and charitable work, with Mrs James thanked for her financial and moral support. The event ended with singing Auld Lang Syne and warm wishes for her future.

Hodal Jnpl Gavmulttoy Mea FF Pitas James Meg. G. Crextor Bineolasa Bineolasa Muste Was Provided By Me. D. Kearney, Miasne Kearney Min Phan P. Ka'ohes Wad. Osruyasi Thay Goomaliben Mra. James Avat Tony Patton W. Croxford Jnnas

Edward Goll Delights at University Conservatorium Recital

Edward Goll, head of piano at the University Conservatorium of Music and director at Presbyterian Ladies' College, performed a masterful recital at Shinn Hall. Despite low admission prices, the audience enjoyed his superb tone, touch, and expressive nuance in works by Chopin, Bach, and Liszt, with praise for his future prospects.

Shinn Edward Gulls Gleby Edward Goll University Conservatorium of Music Wallae Muata Presbyterian Ladies’ College Methourar Austeslia Goll Profussor Laver Mr. Gullad Hogro Schorz Til Boothugsa Chopin Ge Ussory Banejor Chapin Lies Forest Marmaris Ruapandy Gall Honalla Leatle Barklomb Croll Gell

Red Cross Swanpool Branch Annual Meeting Held

The Swanpool Red Cross Society held its annual meeting on 27th at Swanjioal colon with officers announced including President Harriton Treasurer W. Deanle and Secretary Mike Ff Gandini. Donations from local clubs and individuals supported the comfort fund and French Tea Cewe Appeal, with raffles and sales planned for April May. A lecture by Rev. Cy Tregerr was noted, along with numerous donations from a long list of donors.

Swanpool Min.d. Harriton Mfr W. Deanle Mike Ff. Gandini Savings Banke Comforin Wien Cewe Chotot Amant Baase Bidges Raffles Ueketn Mes Mra. T Osom Society Cy Tregerr Sharpe Tov Olumeny Reilly Goexch Poe Walker Joe Miu Poe Trench Karl Conmmittes Ibs Regi Uation Fos May Glemony Prs Sox Misa Watts Guppy Oweley Mw B. Gasgalgae Gi. Wallot Caso Lomona Loy Togornela Bob Sud Ted Row Weadames Walker Little Connolly O'Loule Cook M To Strodwiel Bouthy Burmulater Phiilipe Dowglao Wilcox Payne Tate

Coming Events Schedule Listing Loose From Local Notes

Tomorrow afternoon Avenue of Hoet hosts a ceremony. Friday August 2 public social event and cooperative store meeting at Lopany. Saturday August 3 plain and fancy Jeep halls at Bonallay general mooring. Honally Gun Ginb at Commercial hotel. Saturday 10 Angas public meets at Shire isi 2 p.m. to discuss monument petition. Mojin concert and fell at Goorwmbat Shico Hall. Westhoutay Ava 15 entertainment by Dranatie. Angash 21 Maoked ball at Shico Hall.

Sioatina Mooragag Divowas Co-Operative Bhayamendt Lopany Bonallay Honally Iye Shire Isi Exeeting Monumentt Botation Holdiers Monilay

District News from Beechworth and Surrounds

Local notes report transfers to Mont Park Informary and awards from rifle club. Obituary mentions Donald Gordon of Barossa, widow and daughter left. Mrs. M. Fitzjohn of Shopparton died aged 83. Melbourne firm buys Moybu site for butter factory. debates on a regional dairy. Arbor Day dances held at Swanpool Public Hall with local organizers and musicians. O and M A and P Society notes regret at De Kers Mordel’s death, committee elections, liquor policy discussion, and profit distributions. farmers commission debates on departmental participation.

Beechworth A. H. Imboth Mont Park Rifle Club Barmers’ Union Klemin O. and M. Deity Co Hoster Seld J. Techey J. Peates A. B. Barlow

Official Secrets Trial of Wireless Operator in Australia

A trial in Melbourne before a special jury grapples with Sydney Baul Morris a former railway clerk and wireless operator charged under the Crimes Act for copying confidential documents at a home wireless station in Camberwell. The Crown alleges the copies could aid Australia’s enemies, while Morris claims they were for study and efficiency. The jury convicts Morris on most counts and he is sentenced to three months’ imprisonment. the proceedings reveal lax security at the wireless station and the officers’ training.

Criminal Court Moibuates Toseday Susticn Hodges Sydney Baul Morris Benalla Exiliray Bourne Crown Afr Dethridge Camberwell Starke Mjuatansky Colt Starkes Hughes Yarra Street South Yarrs Toghes Rafe Huyghon Cason Australia Mata Whrotess Tata Atation Caseon Hin Thare Joe Aoorote Starke Wesueed Haghea Justion

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