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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1909
Page
4
The article outlines local events in St James, detailing retractions, repairs, and community activities. It notes water and road works, school notes, and public concerns while naming several residents and officials involved in the week’s happenings.
The obituary notes the death of Mrs. Mis Rampord aged 28 after a brief illness, detailing a martial family background and a funeral conducted by local clergymen. It records burial at Kilwara cemetery and mentions pallbearers and mourners from the town, with a substantial attendance and a service led by A G Magonnany and Hanlon.
A lengthy Melbourne obituary style notice recounts the departure of the Rev. W Patkes from his parish. It details his end of ministry amid personal trials, the Bishop’s view on his resignation, and the congregation’s response. The address notes his prior work, affiliations, and the impact of scandal on his career as he contemplates future service.
A quirky catalog-style note advertises Pedic Pomade for the Howl by V. Say in Benalla and BR Lighton in Devenish. It claims one application kills vermin and ringworm, hastens growth, and strengthens hair with prices listed as 1 with extras range 4/6.
A battered miscellany reports police, weather and local misadventures including crimes, accidents and public notices. It mentions Hastings district events, drowning, ship incidents, school admissions, and arson-like losses, with names and places peppering the scattered notes.
A cluttered advertisement lists enamel paints and linseed oil, seeds, logging and iron goods, linseed oil, soap, window hardware, cement, and agricultural supplies. It cites suppliers like Melbourne monumental sculptors, Australian Chemical Explosives Co, and local firms including Juguern and Sons, with references to butcher shop and small goods specialties in Belligindrnan district.
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