Benalla racing club meet and local notices
An announcement for Anza Meeting on Feb 22 1922 lists handicap races with stakes from 10 to 30 pounds and close date Feb 13. Followed by job ads for cooks housemaids and hotel staff. Death notices for George Lakeman aged 73 and his wife Anna express family tributes.
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Anza
Cosgrove
Frawley
Lakeman
Salisbury Street
Benalla
George Ash
Anna
Sarah
de Ceased
Lily
Dew Ceased
John
Mary
Symington
Bacchus Marsh
Geo
Richmond
Fanny
Asidendée
Befalla
George ‘Rah
Anta
Jack
Membriams and Notices from Benalla and District
Memoriam for Edward Fetionary from Benalla speaks of loving remembrance by his sons Charles and John, and daughters in law. Bereavement notices from Mrs W Daube and Mrs Kate Walter thank friends for sympathy and expressions. A local corresp reports on holiday shooting, cormorants, and fish raiding habits. Notices also list police transfers, an arrest in Sydney, a hotel injury, a public vermin suppression proclamation, and a Victorian Producers Co Op notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffivhs
Edward
Summerhijk
Benalla
Maine
Charleses John
Grand
Mrs. W. Daube
Thaler
Dis. Thivaites
Nish
Miss B. Murphy
Jessie
Mines
Lima
Walter
Kate Walter
Benalla Street
Semoor
ApPotharests
Haya Baat
Velen
Mr. Rowayant
Mins Hussey
Holland
Uth
Me P
Roar Monat
Brivo Tame
Mian
Josephine
Mitchell
Zima South Miles
Dorothy King
Broken Ursek
Josperson
Wilby
Toy Hollow
Malbourne
Atronaas
P Inly
Nurmorante
M'Kitinon
Ponce Traxaver
Constabla M‘millam
Beechworth
Melbourne
Yeovin
Wangaratti
Desregertos
Vite” Sey
Elane
Ste
Mt. Ada
Aelock
Victorian Producers’ Co Op
Ooy. Lia
Adye
Appointment and notices blur in Benalla district
The North Eastern district sees a new police superintendent after the retirement of the ex-leader. G D Smith, formerly a sapador at Riteroy, is to fill the role. Water shutoffs planned today from 2 to 4 pm for maintenance. drainage and sewer work discussed for the Gye drain. A council review over local agricultural matters and public postings accompany brief notices on repairs and schedules.
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North
Polian
G. D. Smith
Benalla Ag Sori
Sapador
Riteroy
Ighbhov
Smbrkar
Hid
GrSangar
Violetiam Froducers
Thie
Benalle Agric Sura Anil
Pomc
Ahwanion
J.B. O'Haltorsa
Budine Criverulty
Peblia
Fiat
Edie
Pearse
Wiblog
OFFENCE AGAINST A GIRL AT BENALIA COURT
John James Dalton faced four counts of indecent assault on a girl under 16. Crown prosecutor Leon K0 led, defence Kidston. Jury convicted on all four counts, with six months imprisonment on each of the first three, cumulated, and two years for the fourth. Judge Winnecke ordered concurrent terms after scene during summing up.
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AL Bite
Benalia
Genean Sea
Yafora
Winnecke
John James Dalton
Gudar Spa
Nga
Leon
Crown I
Kidston
Thiow
Hie Hogor
Benalla Water Trust Meets. pumps, pipes, and finance discussed
The Benalla Waterworks Trust held a meeting to approve ordering a truck of spalls for the pumping station and address clogged pipes. Directors noted leaking taps, maintenance on the 10 inch main, and temporary fixes on the tin main in Bridge Street while preparations for permanent repair proceeded. Financials covered rate collection, recent expenditures, and accounts approved for payment.
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Gerfral
Rebbechi
Shotuven
Railay Department
Proving Reserve
Bridge Street
Buth
Tanioaw
Connamad
Finanor
Supdanens Seratuy
Howell
O'Dos
Howall
Weather details from Mexico on February's cold spell
Fragmentary OCR report notes low temperatures in Mexico on February 7 with a to be determined reading around 32 degrees. Reads like a brief weather note with missing context.
Melbourne Council to debate St Patrick's Day parade
Telegraphic dispatch from Melbourne reports Alderman Veveney moving to convene a special council meeting to reconsider the motion refusing St Patrick's Day procession. The dispute over clothing trades and wage reductions is noted with claims of unrest and official intervention. A court case involves Patten sentenced for assault on his six year old son, while tax and salary matters surface in Parliament. Orton's police fund recovery case yields £10,916 order and ongoing legal disputes with the Badak case activity highlighted.
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Melbourne
Veveney
Wan
Howring
Thoma
Orton
Queensand
Badak
Wilson
Hint
Market Report From Banalla Stock Yard Sale
Victorian Producers reports heavy sheep yarding and light cattle, with prices for store sheep and fat cattle generally steady to slightly higher. Buyers mostly local, figures show prime and store lots across fat lambs, hoggets, ewes, and bulls with varied demand and occasional price declines compared with last market.
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Victoriag
Banalla
Iast
Tate
Fatumen
Fatiumba
Tor
Helfern
Charge Against John Reidy at Benalla Sessions Court
John Reidy faced a Benalla Court of General Sessions yesterday charged with indecent assault on a woman at Benalla railway station on October 5, 1921. Judge Winnecke presided as Crown and defense pressed their cases with witnesses recounting events around 6:30 p.m. at the station area including Mrs. Roberts and Constables Cahill and Murphy.
Not Guilty Verdict In Railway Station Assault Case
The witness described corrobating evidence about an interview at Murphy and Reidy, with Reidy denying interference with a lady. John Reidy testified of his movements around October Sth including time on the Melbourne platform and at Yarrawonga, while Constable Murphy's account was scrutinized. The jury, after summing up, returned a verdict of not guilty, and the accused was discharged.
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Connell
Reidy
Murray
Murphy
Leon
Coy
Constable Murphy
John Reidy
Seymour
Victoria Hotel
William ‘Noble Cape
Fairness
Melbourne
Noble
Semour
No. 2
Walter Johns
Macray
Statin
Murnty
Will
Arthur Edgar
Robert Caldicott
Mr. Connell
Walter C. Johns
Benalla
Mr Lean
Wiliam Noble
Yarrawonga
Jee
Johns
Acton Yooner
Cannell
Fortines
Faa
Destructive Moodies Foundry Fire in Benalla Wrecks Plant
A major fire in Benalla destroyed Moodie Manufacturing Gas moodies foundry and adjoining areas. The weatherboard building with galvanised roofing burned from the scoring forge, with loss estimated around £5000 for the structure and tools. Valuable machinery and private vehicles were damaged. 20 workers lost jobs, though temporary premises are planned and production may resume in two weeks. The cause remains undetermined and insurance covered parts of the loss.
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Benalla
Moodie
Wilson
G. Walker
Arallel
Connell
Unnatural Defence Heard At Benalla Court
Rev en Joseph Werath pleaded guilty to attempted and other offences at Bundalong in 1921. Medical testimony described below average intellect and neurotic traits. Judge Winnecke ordered the youth to a reformatory, with authorities instructed to provide treatment and restraint.
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Benalla Court
Diay
Leon
Amd
Weurath
Mroewers
Mechanics Institute Benalla Seeks Revenue Through Library Fundraiser
The Benalla Mechanics Institute held its monthly meeting on Wednesday night with present officers and members. Messages from the Victorian Amusement Co. discuss an entertainment night on February 25 to aid the library, with rent concerns from the shire council. The committee agreed to proceed if receipts reach at least £90, proposing the Mechanics receive 50 percent of proceeds. Officers re elected included President F E Williams and Vice President Mr Bronnerhassett, with £217 7s in accounts passed for payment and ongoing committee duties outlined.
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Benalla Mechanics Institute
Morsry F. E. Williams
Carter
Stausons
Hendhind
Jones
Jen Lorhassett
Victorian Amusement Co
Wien
Mechanica
Kta
Mechanics’ Committee
Willins
Bronnerhassett
Laybook
Messrs Hoown
Canter
Melbourne Match Preview For Cricket Fixture In Doubtful Terms
A garbled cricket note hints at an upcoming Melbourne game and a match against MU. The fragment mentions the 22nd inst and a possible arrangement or rearrangement of the schedule. Details are unclear, but the piece centers on an imminent sporting contest in Melbourne involving cricket.
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Melbourne
MU. Bet Ab
Tennis match results and travel notes from colonial era
Fragmented report covers a tennis journey to Beculatnr staty tid, a win for Kons team, Ay in Hub, and a later match at Glottrowni. Mentions of J Dinning and Mr Bhanlyy as officials, with a reference to Profite ts Wangaratra Hospital. Strong entities include locations and people, though some text is garbled.
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Yowkilngia
Kons
A. Ie
Hub
iDgcun
Gnigsa Haven
Che TaGler Kgauk
Rachig AG
Wiweliy
Grote Woan Haglig Club
Taduioa
Ahuwel
Dinning
District Court Hears Housebreaking Trial At Rushers Glen
The court heard guilty pleas from Hiv Himon Mudys Winnueko and Wilsin Harrie for breaking and entering at Patey B Lanwins ab Mathooglain in January. The judge cited a history of crime and youth crime, ordering two years imprisonment with possible parole by the Governor afterward.
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Ganorat
Mudys
Winnueko
Wilsin Harrie Phinclail
Avery
Victoria
Lisnoney
Tad Bosen
Crown
Lipricon Monty
Eid
Benalla Pig Market Report by Watts Turnbull & Co
Watts Turnbull & Co report a fortnightly pig market at Benalla Corporation yards with a fair yarding of bacon and store pigs. Prices were slightly firmer than last market. bacon to 4 4/ and other pigs to 2/ to 4/15/. suckers to 28/6, others 22/6 to 21/20.
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Benn
Owen
Wathai
Waxnars
Naor
Bacon
Light
Yond Morse
Lips
Nucker
Watts, Turnbull & Co
Benalla Corporation
Senday
Bath renovations spark local dispute and proposed repairs
Alfred L Scholes notes a heated discussion over the swimming baths project, detailing proposed waterworks, supply lines, and nearby impact. The letter mentions authorities, firms, and the community’s wishes, outlining options and the need for timely action.
Insanitary Sanitary Service Complaints Over Night Pans
A reader lodges a complaint about night pan odors in public sanitation. The writer urges a daylight, cleaner service and objects to the open display of the Black Maria and foul smelling pans on open drays. The letter notes inspectors already sought abatement but calls for immediate cleaner practices and reduced nuisance.
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Bakeris Ca
Surauces
Eta February 11 Events and Village Meeting Schedule
Upcoming Eta events include Gun Club Shoot on Friday February 17, a dance, and a parade week in Wemenday February 22 with Dookie Races. Henalla Shire Council holds a Special Meeting on March 38, Stewarton Sports on March 38, plus payments due at Voville Receipts. Local officials and police are noted among attendees.
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Baddeginale
Wemenday
Henalla Shire
Stewarton Sports
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Fewalla
Is Sparrow Handicap
Dandle Nomuthavion
Grouad
H. V. Harcourt
Ellis
Justlee Hall
Baddaginnie
St. Patrick's Day
K Kelleher
Stewarton Hall
Mrs
Oorte Race Club
Brokers River Hotel
GIRO
Ars Allityre
Nixon-street
Fousemaid
Benalla Hotel
Invisye
Jack and
Benalla Water Trust
Benalla Waterworke Trust
Pate
Corrs
Walls
Pe Ant Darin Shephard G
Wik
Mlow & C
A. Gh
Contell
Parmowan
Bal Bib
B. Sandareon
J. Knox
Theo
Ron
Telegraphic News
Jtmios Powers
Wormmonwealth Architration Court
Fitemy Kenoh
Albert Patten
Albert
Patten
Peder L
Taspageed Sdndiation
Hughes
Fedleral
Echo OF Badak
Messrs
Watts Turnbull and
Govaert
Corporation Yards
Mary Garey
Roberts
Mrs. Roberts
Cait
Rober
Nan Street
McKellar Street
Siuilar
Carrier Street
Carrie Street
Cornelly
Wold
Cahill
Cohnell
Cahill Attil
Royal Hotel
Reldy
Tower Court
Baying
Allway
Pir
Witonae
Moodies
Annimy
Mechanic's Institute
Sporting Ee
Rusherglen
PIG Market
Vonnanlé
Boyiabaldara Soni
Becky
Alfred L Scholes
Insanitary Sanitary Service
Sun Tressry
Ned Roberts
Christin
Aaly
Gi B
Kiltop
SC Mackenzie
Suh
Police
Maguire
A. Athwaitss
Comuvalt
H. Moran
W. B Smith
Williamson
Taveb Stawick
Watta
Pornbal & Oo
Gaserigna & Hisouck
Yieyige
T. J. Davis & CO
Benaila
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