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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 13, 1918
Page
3
Corresponsonts are requested to address all letters and communications for publication to the Editor or Advertisements to the Manager. All mail should arrive by Westnonday or Friday morning for publication in the Standard with cheques and communications directed to the Office.
Tuesday August 15 1918 report shows Commonwealth style balances with a net surplus of 217000 pounds after revised revenue and expenditure figures. Railway savings mainly from reduced mileage and a small coal mine profit contrast with metropolitan tramway surpluses and ongoing repairs funding ambiguity.
Benalla reports the Rowan Hollane Looiety notes Mr H W Warnock of Swanpool received the Brooks medal for rescuing Mr EL Ballarb from flood waters at the Town Hall function. The Royal Humane Society forwards the medal and credentials to Sir Danlop for presentation to Warnock at public ceremony. December holidays for Benalla area listed. local notices include weddings, deaths, and council updates.
British and Allied forces report a sweeping advance south and east of Amiens. Prisoners taken exceed 25 000, with 21 German divisions crushed and heavy losses for the enemy. Allied tanks and cavalry penetrated German lines while villages fell and strategic aims were achieved near Mon didier and Morlancourt as pursuit continued.
Reuters reports continued Allied progress along the front near the Arro and the UK, with advances east of Buia and Welka. Troops reached the outskirts of Lilurlisne Only and captured Marvallimotty, moving about three kilometers north of Clovin oor amid wooded areas near Maly.
A chaotic report from Paris notes Mondidler and Cormans massing for a counter offensive. Army movements by eight wing of Quouril Dubonoy and the Third French semy under General Hambert are described as preparing, while strong enemy columns are reported advancing from Qym bral Peroono and Sy Quentin. The situation hints at a planned but undecided counter offensive to blunt German advance.
London dispatch says enemy divisions attacked positions around Lihong and to the south and north of Roye but were repulsed. French forces reportedly pressed advances between the Aves and Olive and near Roye, capturing nearby villages and extending their line toward Armancouet and Tualoy. North of Chavincourt holdings at Machownat and Cambeouny reported. German withdrawal acknowledged beyond Neo Laboraiere and nearby areas.
From Tokyo sources the general staff signals broad mobilization plans for an expedition limited to a few thousand troops. The report notes Japan seeks to project force, with strategic aims including consolidation of the Far East and potential aid to anti Bolshevik uprisings. In Finland and Denmark, Sevantis claims revolts spread as Soviet power weakens with social revolutionary councils replacing old authorities in several towns.
An account of the YMCA in wartime London and on campaign detailing equipment costs from £200 to £300, and the range of services. It highlights leadership, venues at Aldwych, free facilities for men on leave, concerts, entertainment, hospitality, and distribution of meals and comforts. It notes financial outlays, hospital and training efforts, and praise from officers for YMCA assistance aiding Australian troops.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses depots and proposed numbers up to eight thousand centers. Mentions M O A and National Committees of Amoriios. Italian military authorities referenced. No clear event, date, or identifiable names beyond garbled terms.
The famous courtesan Mata Hari faced execution in a yard at the execution site, wearing a long cloak and large hat. She paraded before guards, asked for a handkerchief, and refused tears as she prepared for the firing. The scene featured a tense exchange with officials and soldiers observing the ritual.
A chaotic backlog disrupts markets and farm operations from the Queensland border southward, with pricing pressures on bacon and small goods. Reports describe diversions of high-dysa wool and sheep to San Francisco trade, tax deductions on sweep prizes, and ongoing agricultural developments, including proposed ploughing trials and soldier settlement expansions amid drought and famine pressures.
A reader letter from Budday 10/8/18 praises Baddaginmie School wartime service. It notes a local War Savings Group, proceeds to Education Department and patriotic funds, details funds raised of £68 13 shillings, 26 certificates earned, and purchases of 2546 stamps, with commendation for the students.
The text reports on Saturday’s session of the Trudva Volo Congress considering a unified trade union reorganization. An organizing committee was appointed to promote the plan and gain general adoption, with a 10 percent member levy proposed to fund immediate advocacy and the new union. A central organizing committee with two delegates from each state was authorized to travel to promote adhesion of existing unions, and plans were made for western federation conferences to complete the national scheme for Australia. The committee will confer with the Worker newspaper boards in New South Wales Queensland and Western Australia regarding transfer to the union and preparations for October 14.
The Budwist Ministry defended fixed meat prices stressing the law’s observance. The vice president of the Executive Council and the Mulbourne Butchers' Association voiced concerns about scope. Senator Russell said the ministry’s decision covers all trade but will remove anomalies and curb dishonest practices.
A condensed list of upcoming events and performances across Albury including shows at Dell Hall and Fire Brigade Hall, dances at Bonalle branch and Shire Hall, public entertainments, and regional exhibitions scheduled through September with badge days, picture nights, and show dates such as August 13 to September 11.
An old medical advertorial argues disease stems from constipation and lowered vitality. It touts Nujol as a safe lubricant not absorbed by the body, claiming it eases intestinal issues without gripping. The piece promotes Standarit Oil Company products and a peppermint cure for chest complaints.
An old advertisement offers a wide range of school requisites and college supplies at pre war rates. It lists boxed stationery envelopes day books and writing materials, inviting customers to stock up while prices are noted as renewably low.
The VAT O August meeting at Sylurdey drew a large crowd as Outfe, an English bred horse, won the Australian Stosplechass by four lengths from Jack Rice with Westondale third. Favorite was 7 to 1. Other races included the Balsolea Stakes and rogue matchew in Maihuarno with Carlton defeating Fitzroy and Geelong beating Bt. Kilds. A Saturday Tivoreadon Redurve match between High School and senior orders ended with a 10 point lead for the High School.
A United National Federation speaker from Beechworth urged stronger propaganda and organization across Victoria. He warned Germans fund Australia propaganda and urged canvassing every town, home, and vote to influence the federal election amid government price fixing and wheat pool changes. He announced plans for a conference at Wangaratta to reorganize branches under headquarters supervision and to establish a publication department to curb misinformation.
A fragmented advertisement promotes various meats including mutton, sausages, bacon, and ham. It promises good value, delivery to Bengula railway station, and stressed quality with satisfaction guaranteed. Names and exact prices are garbled but imply a period-style butcher offer with multiple items and quantities.
Beechworth notes a death after a long illness with details of the deceased from Aberdeen born in 18 mu x 9. Local driver Luota Horkloo faces involvement in wages issues. Reports from Burga and Wangaratta cover a retiring hotel proprietor A H Carkeek aged 52, a Wangaratta councilman’s wife recovering, and donations to local hospitals and the Soldiers Fund. Military badge presented to D G Evans’s son by the Stars command at Ted camp.
The roll lists wounded soldiers Pro J B Home of Mouchworth and Pro G Re Porter of Shepparton. A home address at Arundel Street notes a son, Sargeant A Warklash, progressing favorably after earlier reports of dangerous abdomen wounds. A private cable conveyed the update. Also mentions Woods Grant Peppermint Cure for coughs priced 1 shilling 6 pence and 2 shillings 5 pence.
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