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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1924
Page
5
In loving memory of our father who died February 111 1923 at Benalla West. A devoted father, true and kind. Also in memory of Dean Lawford who passed away February 9th in the same year. Their children and daughters and sons-in-law mourn their loss.
Tangigal police charged James Kauslen and Thomas Wilson after a 40 mile chase ended with arrest following a Wotan parcel theft and a spate of offences. Other defendants faced counts for breaking into a store and residence, with several vehicles recovered and bound over for trial. The Benalla town region saw local notices on agricultural society conventions, utility promotions, and community happenings through February and March.
An event for the workers cooperative movement will be announced at an address in the suburb, with speakers including DLs Svtelive of the Commonwealth and representatives from the Chettentian Cooperative Society and the Workers' Hiuestional Association. Mr RK O'Kane of Kortmbures indicated intent to attend on Monday.
The Apatiot meeting at the Mechanics Institute drew a large crowd of sportsmen. J Beard presided with a full slate of officers elected including Forshaw as President and Neil re elected as secretary. The committee plans a race meeting on May Tuesday and a special event. Tennis and bowls schedules for Benalla district events announced with multiple matches and players listed.
The Violet Town Sunday School's picnicked program drew about 300 attendees. Workers kindly catered for all, with games and prizes awarded in many events. Every child present received a monetary present.
Four years back unseasonable weather faded. A council meeting was held with nominations blocked for Beauly races: Benutla Handicap Farmers Purse Wardle Handicap District Handicap and Shire Handicap. Water consumption reached 42 057 gallons for February 14 fortnight. Shire President urged action on railway survey and street lighting, noting The Euroa Advertiser will debut under Weal Bens and the Goulburn Valley Yeoman.
To night social and dance at Hail Way Refreshment Rooms. Tomorrow night figures. Monday February 1k Addredy Benalla Shire L oir den March 29 Devenish sports meeting. Monday Fe t ib es easy 16 Dance.
A Benalla Cricket Association meeting in the club room at the Commercial hotel saw J Joyce of Winton chair a session with M Namiata Corboy Buttler and A Brows present. Correspondence from Railways CC requested permits for W Mills and another, some delegates opposing permits for only semi finals. Final selection of the Benalla district team to face Enroy will occur Sunday morning to check available players for Country Week. Semi finals to start March 22 with a second on March 29 after first game completion. Play starts 1 30 pm with a 2 pm call and a forfeit for late starters. The smaller final was postponed to a later date. Matches will proceed Saturday finishing the season’s final series.
District notes report heavy storm damage across Brockiesby district delaying rail traffic and injuring workers. Amalgamated Textiles Australia begins erection of the Albury Woollen Mill with foundations underway and power prospects seen to boost industrial growth and lure factory investment to Albury.
In Wangaratta the Waterworks Trust considers using electricity to pump water as a cheaper option, with Engineer Scott noting current costs and reporting on feasibility. The Moyn Registered Racing Club held its annual meeting with Mr Even Evans in charge, a £60 prize money schedule announced for May 3, and a large attendance. Council discussed lack of tenders for Borough road works, transport issues in Oxley Shire, and electoral retirements. Pound yard site plans emerged, with Batchelor's stock reserve noted as unsuitable for a pound paddock.
The Verrawonga Beast Band plans three recitals in February and March. Events are set at Wilby Bundalong South and another venue near Catlyln SA. A wagon incident damaged furniture and caused a local alarm tied to a reported leak at the audience venue.
The Adelaide express nearly derailed at Ballarat Station when a brake rod fell from the engine. A fresh engine was provided and the Melbourne-bound train arrived about thirty minutes late. Also reports of Wonthaggi mine unrest over earnings and reinstatement of dismissed workers as talks on wages stall. Melbourne markets list grains and produce quotes. Bendigo horse racing results include Newton in the Second Hurdle and Park Rose in the Trot.
A list of tragedies reports Claude Batson as the Jingelic gunman still at large after a picnic shooting left four wounded and one dead. Police, including 20 to 25 officers, search 80 square miles near Jingell district while offers of rewards emerge and manpower deems insufficient to end the pursuit.
The Benalla A and B Society met at the Shire hall on Tuesday to address Farmers Conventions and urgent matters. Officials approved show-ground access for the 8th Light Horse with a 20 per day fee, granted St Patrick's Day sports use with conditions, and appointed an auditor amid resignations. The annual meeting is set for March 6 with invitations for the soul dinner, fallow competition entries extended to February 25, and plans for the Farmers' Convention funding, printing committee, and a concert team to entertain delegates.
Trustees met at the Shire Hall with Mr Knox in the chair. The meeting approved opening the course on Wednesday mornings for trials and agreed to construct permanent inside rights along the steeplechase course for safer schooling. A 2/6 entry fee for track trials was set, and drainage charges after 30 June were raised from 5 to 10 shillings. A letter from Ry Pea sock sought Pony and Trotting Club access to the course with daily charges to be determined.
The 8th ALH plans a Benalla camp from March 1 to 8 to judge mares for breeding a suitable cavalry horse with the Government stallion Jolly Malster. The winner receives free service of Jolly Malster and free grass at Central Remount Depot Maryborough Melbourne during 1924. Mares must be held by a squadron member or close family, used for military purposes, with only forward rail freight for mares to the stud. return freight is free.
The school recommenced in February with about 155 enrolled students. Six scholarship holders are Elva de, Jessie Burgis, Verottiva Hall, Alma McAuley, Pat Cullen, and Dan Hosking, mainly from Yackandandal. Evie Scholes appointed swimming instructor assisting Miss Cox. season to begin next Monday. Supplementary exams start soon. Victor Weatherill workers at National Bank. Ernie Dutlop to pharmacy. Roy Rees helping at Commonwealth Bank in city. Swimming classes growing. several Junior Certificates won. Bronze Medallion contest looming. swimming carnival planned for the following week.
A large turnout gathered at St Agirew s Church in Benalla on Monday evening February 4 to witness the marriage of N C Chittgen of Mrs G R Rockliff Ulverstone Tastiana and Edina Claritt daughter of Mrs John Clark Be hal la. Rev AC McConnan officiated with bridegroom Clavel Ingratie as best man. The ceremony featured a bridal march and a wedding supper after, with flowers, gifts, and suits described in detail.
The Queen Carnival kickoff in Benalla featured a grand opening at Shire Hall with a stage display, cards, dancing, and a special orchestra. Queens named Music Railways and Sports received official introductions as committees praised broad support and the event aimed to fund institute workers and families.
In the Baddaginnie hall on Wednesday evening a crowd of 200 to 300 attended to honor Mr David Robinson and his family. Speakers praised his long residence and service to the district with gratitude for his energetic support in community progress. A silver kettle and cake stand were presented, with tributes from local dignitaries and guests. The program featured Miss Goulding, Mr Morgart, the Badtaginnie Glee Club, and musical selections, followed by dancing into the early hours.
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