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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 02, 1917
Page
3
Readable fragments report railway electrification plans tied to wartime economy. Mentions Knox as secretary and various local officials, with scattered notes on train services, accidents, public works, and community notices across Benalla and Melbourne regions. Strong entities include Mr Knox, Benalla officials, and Victorian departments.
In Central Riding the vacancy from James Beurneon’s resignation was filled yesterday by polling from 5 am to 4 pm. Brown and Latch contested the race with Brown leading by 80 votes after counting. Neither candidate was present at declaration. but Latch arrived soon after. Brown thanked voters for their support and vowed to serve the township without faction, hoping for unity to boost the town’s growth.
A Belgian officer reports that January 20 night artillery by Germans near South Holmsted failed to breach Allied lines as Anglo Belgian fire repelled the attack leaving many German dead. British and Belgian forces claim success in neutralizing enemy works around Kiantanewart and Lorraine. A successful coup de main against a German post near Moncel and patrols across the Vosges district are noted with ongoing exchanges.
An official Allied report describes a bombardment followed by a strong enemy attack along the Kalneen Cldok road north of Kalneem, with minor trench loss and some reconquered ground. A German report claims storming the east river bank position, repelling counterattacks, and taking prisoners despite renewed assaults near Valoputina and Danube-adjacent areas.
Vancouver dispatch reports the German government will adopt a policy of unrestricted submarine warfare, with the change to take effect on February 1. Official notices warn merchants and ships of impending risks and the shift in naval strategy.
Three persons arrested in London on a conspiracy case tied to an alleged plot to poison Lloyd George and Cabinet Minister Arthur Henderson. Harriet Wheeldon, Wheeldin, and Mason faced charges after being brought from Derby. authorities offered minimal public details.
Mr Walter Long Secretary of War for the Colonies speaks at Westminster on fate of German colonies. He asserts that the colonies will never return to German rule and outlines postwar governance. The remarks emphasize ongoing Allied control and future colonial policy.
Fragmentary report notes President Wilson's speech and Germany's reply promising not to pursue unrestricted warfare, stating general agreement with the President's principles while indicating Germany's stance on naval policy. The note was delivered to the American ambassador and mentions satisfaction with the stated lines.
Special horse sale at Thore 9 Lion yards Benalla on Wednesday with just over 90 horses yarded. Prices unchanged overall though sales proceeded. Notable bids include a four by seven years old by 25 pounds to 217 spring cut horses 15 to 20 pounds, young stock to 29 pounds, tires to 10 pounds, Lomax mare to 21 20 15 etc, ponies to 20 14 12 11 pounds, small bids around four pounds.
Four bowls clubs travelled to Wangaratta on Monday to challenge for the Piggin shield held by the home club for over twelve months. The visitors were defeated 100 to 67 with Teaton beaten by 15 points. Kidd beat Pooley 30 to 18, Pinkerton won 28 to 14 against Phillips, Williams and Gardiner tied 24 each, and Humphrey lost 31 to 15 to Travis.
Sufferers urged to try Natarm Treatment advertised by Nature Health Co. at 49 Elizabeth Street Melbourne. Claims include relief from catarrh extending from the nose to throat and stomach, with a free information offer and inexpensive treatment.
Lieutenant A O Foster recalls twelve months in France with the Royal Field Artillery on the Somme from July to October, Vimy Ridge and Guillemont, detailing shelling ranges, gun calibers, and tactics. He describes mud, bombardment, trench life, German siege weapons, and civilian devastation, offering grim observations on war’s impact and Australia’s future.
Delvilla Wood lies a grim churnel house with unburied bodies of Huns and Allies alike. War demands leave no time for interment as severe weather halts progress. Soldiers, many fit, endure freezing mud up to their waists while prompt woollen comforts are distributed to keep them in proper condition.
Mrs. Wille, wife of railway worker Richard Wills of Goorambat, died of typhoid yesterday in Benalla Private Hospital after a three week illness. She leaves a husband and three children. The burial took place at Boustiu cemetery with services by Rev. P. J Edwards.
A taxpayer can deduct patriotic fund contributions under federal rules, but the Acting Commissioner’s administration has blocked deductions if funds are not shown to go to a single recipient. The Education Department’s patriotic fund supported war relief and was later dispersed, yet the law aimed to exclude that portion from taxation.
The Austerlian Murosatite Land and Finance Co reports a wool sale catalogue dated Monday 220d, listing fine merino lots and prices in NZL and Melbourne markets. A second round appraisal notes a test 5500 halve catalogue, with fair valuation and improving averages as growers’ approval is awaited.
A testimonial-style notice praises Donn's Backache Kidney Pills for kidney related backache. It claims relief after six boxes, quoting Mr. M. Moloney of Mackay Street Wan aratts, who suffered fatigue, disordered urination, and severe back pain. Pills marketed by Foster-M-Allan Co Boston?
A notice proclaims the availability of absolutely pure Australian Nicholas Aspirin manufactured under Commonwealth license and tested by the Commonwealth Government Analyst. It invites readers, especially women anxious about health, to request a booklet and free portage details from Nicholae Aspiridly and Co, 825 Flinders Lane, Melbourne.
Private Frank Briggs was killed on 22 November after joining the 50th Battalion. Captain Wheale writes that he was a willing soldier who died bravely in the trenches. Belongings will be sent from Australian headquarters in London. Also reported is the death of Mr Rowan in France, a former assistant at Nuomurkah Presbyterian Church and noted for his service at Lavgowarrin camp.
A brief county notice states that Thy 12h casually died of wounds. It mentions Hat and pablishall on Tawsday along with armor of Cotyers W Barclay from Rutherglen and Sergeant 1 Reynolds from Mansfield in connection with the death.
Wounded word from Corporal Charles Gouk of Beechworth reports loss of his right eye and wounds to the forehand shoulder arm legs and foot. Telegram from Defence Dept says Sergt Mana is in Reading hospital with a leg injury. Lance Corporal Lez Allen in hospital at Stratford on Avon with gunshot wounds. other names include W J Grover, Lieut Welshman, Pyta Lindy, and Davi of Shepparton recovering from trench feats.
In Yarrawonga Mercury an extract from the London Gazette honors Second Lieutenant Arthur Olley of Yarrawonga with the Distinguished Conduct Medal for conspicuous gallantry aiding an officer to repel an attack. He was buried by a shell, saved, and placed on a parapet as dead before regaining consciousness and continuing duty. The award was announced in the December Commonwealth Gazette.
Mr El Bied of Benalla reports Pyte R Woods is recovering and suggests forming a band of wounded men with Woods as bandmaster, a role he hesitates to accept. Haniony and H Tanner families leak word from Sergt Walter Tanner and Signaller Harbert Tanner that they are well fed and clothed, on the Somme after two months apart. Walter fears Christmas away, Harbert mentions leave to London. They deny reports of shortages. both say they are being treated as well as possible and want reinforcements.
The will of Patrick Naughton of Wangaratta died December 17 lists a 1913 will dated November 7 and a good salt dated January 8 1914. Estate sworn at 8600 realty and 8346 personal. £10 per annum to widow for life, parish affairs benefiting Roman Catholic charities. £5000 to Roman Catholic Church Wangaratta for church work. £400 to Brigidine Convent. £50 to Wangaratta Hospital. Residue to Rev P Byrne in trust for Catholic religious, educational, charitable purposes. Robert Teaklin of Clonbshane near Wandong died intestate. estate valued at £1070 realty and £1183 personal for widow and children. Thames Paton of Wolaregany valued at 24702 8/10 for probate. Widow and sons Andrew Clyde Paton and Henry James Paton named executors and trustees. Testator left estate to no widow.
MNAMARA & CO report a successful sale at Howalls yard with most stock yarded sold. Prices ranged from pasteboard levels for lean store cattle to £4 16s for heavy beasts, with porkers around £2 18s and fatteners up to £3 19s 6d. Stores and store cattle fetched varied sums, including young cattle and ewes, with small bulls and day-old stock in limited demand.
On Tuesday January 9 at Homalla Corporation yards a fortnightly market saw steady to firm demand for sheep and cattle. Prices ranged from a few pounds for heavy cattle to high twenties for prime lambs with various loads and animals traded, including several prime ewes and mixed stock.
Watts Tuynball and Co reported a monthly sale with fat stock and assorted items. Prices ranged around 25s 7d for cattle and sheep, with several parcels including red spears, teeth awns, and locks, yarded by W Larkin and Barode, later purchased by J Maheney and Kelly Bens.
Purchases recorded show Fooks and a servant of Ayme owner sold for £10. Eat ouws and Me. De Mondie items fetched £16/2/6 and £12131 at the sale. Mr. A. T. Rivcon and Mr. St. J. Cocky appear as buyers, with Cocky noted as the purchaser. ages and details unclear in the fragment.
A report from the Victorian Producers cooperative yard sale describes yarding, prices, and buyers. Notable entries include W Read of Wangaratta purchasing cattle, and many figures showing price variation and market conditions. The text notes competition, bidding, and yarding quality across multiple lots and traders.
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