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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1924
Page
3
A fifth year medical student found the strangled body of Irene Tucker Min, 11, in a hessian bag by a water channel on Khartewin Street Caulfield after she had been missing since Saturday night. Police urge public help as detectives pursue the brutal case akin to the Gun Alley tragedy.
Melbourne report details a police manhunt after the murder of Gene Tuckerman. Investigators seek witnesses who saw the girl after she left home and while playing with peers at Balaclava tram. Authorities vow action, offer a reward, and stress a suspect likely knows the victim. Parents arrange safer transport to Canthell schools while Balaclava Road State School lowers its flag to half-mast in mourning.
A reader laments the common practice at local dances of patrons seeking free entertainment. The writer argues the habit wastes the labor of those hosting and performing and urges accountability for such petty actions.
In letters and notes from the Warracknabeal Enthusiast region, Mintstone bred by Mr. Carkeet of Euroa is hailed as a top performer, with claims he once held a per mile and a quarter record in Melbourne. The item mentions Mintstone placing second in the 1944 Toorak handicap after a bump and a long layoff.
The Beechworth district reports show the Oresis Benevolent Asylum’s 62nd annual committee account with receipts of £2864 17/6 and expenditures of £2932 12/2, a £67 14/ balance. Eur a widow and long-time Euroa residents Mrs Stewart and Mrs Challenger are named among recent deaths. Mrs Stewart, born in London, died July 21, and Mrs Challenger, aged 70, had long Euroa ties.
The article explains changes to the general personal tax exemption from £200 to £300, plus a 10 percent reduction for specified cases. It notes how the new rules reduce liability for incomes just above thresholds and outlines how exemptions are applied, with figures illustrating tax outcomes under both old and new schemes. The text also discusses broader economic concerns, including export markets, production methods, and government steps to support exporting industries amid rising fiscal and market pressures.
Local team from Benalla placed second in the district championship won by L. J. McCarthy of Wagga. E. J. Brown and G. A. V. Home from Benalla finished second and third in individual scoring, while the Benalla team also performed well in the team match, narrowly losing to Wagga by three strokes.
Mr Tennecliffe chief secretary outlines proposals for an Electoral Reform Bill introducing absentee voting modeled on the Commonwealth system and ending dual enrolment. Current rules let a voter be enrolled for residence and property, allowing a single general election vote but choice of district for by elections. He advocates abolishing post voting though he warns it could complicate ballot control.
Forty years ago extracts recount a meeting at Brocken River hotel and a late showing of local schooling. A sawmill accident left John Lynch with a chipped mouth and displaced gums while a Benalla society proposed funding a grandstand on the show-grounds and other measures.
A four year old horse badly injured with scars and a swollen side drew police to a Melbourne road hawker’s van where a 19 year old girl and a man lived with five rabbits and a greyhound. The couple faced cruelty charges after a search at the van near Benalla station. The girl told how she fled from Sydney and was living with the man in the van. The man surrendered a New South Wales hawker licence and cash found on him. The girl was taken to Salvation Army custody pending further action. the man remained in custody on charges of cruelty and threatening behavior.
Chas Devere described himself as a fortune teller and faced charges in Warra wonga police court for stealing boots from W. Andrews at the Royal hotel on July 23. He pleaded guilty to theft and was jailed fourteen days. He faced further counts of fraud involving Vera Bromley and an attempted assault on a 14 year old girl, leading to Beechworth General Sessions after further investigations.
Gilbert Toakley and Tollie Griffiths were married July 22 at Tollie’s home in Glenrowan. Rev. KB Addington Hunt officiated. Brides maid Miss HE Griffiths wore white voile with lace, carried pink roses. Bride wore cashmere de soie and Beorgette with veil. couple hosted a reception then traveled to Melbourne. Presents were numerous. future home at Mast Kew.
A report from the Notll District Racing Association outlines a meeting held at the Pree Library in Wangaratta. It lists attendees including Findley president and H Ryan of Melbourne as stipendiary starter, with appointment of deputies and staff, fitness for certification, and formation of subcommittees for finance, jockeys and trainers, and secretarial duties.
A summary of Australian wool output notes a drop in 1923-24 by over 200000 bales from the year ending June 30, 1920, with overseas demand pressured by a world wool shortage. Analysts warn that the 1924 market faces tighter supply and persistent disposal of existing stocks as production remains below prior years.
A contentious meeting of local dairy and farm directors reviewed installing two large electric motors from the General Electric Company. Inspections noted structural changes needed, with authorities seeking clearance from the Electricity Commission before proceeding.
Tonight at venues across town a quirky series of events features experimental acts and community performances. Organizers invite families to enjoy whimsical shows and hands on demonstrations highlighting local talent and creative arts.
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