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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 21, 1902
Page
2
The report lists mail dispatch times for Europe from the town post office. It notes specific days for parcels and registered letters, with procedures for different classes of mail and warnings about delays or rescheduling. It mentions travel dates and handling of newspapers and small packages.
A Victorian court hears a divorce petition amid tales of deceit, a husband who vanished after a drive, and a large trove of ancient pearls and gems rumored in the district. Reports cover fires, livestock losses, road and bridge funding, medical checks, and local social events in Benalla and surrounding towns.
A local druggist recommends a non opium cough medicine for children and whooping cough. The product, praised for purity and effectiveness, is sold by A. Miller & Co in Moran Va and towns nearby.
A civic farewell for Mr W L Bradley in Benalla featured Dr Barrington presiding, testimonials presented, and speeches by town leaders praising his steady service at the National Bank and bowling club. The attendees toasted his health and hoped for success in Nhill as he departed for a new post.
The ceremony of dedicating the Chuuraly of St Andrew Thoons was performed by the Lord Bishop of Melbourne with about 25 in attendance. The church is a substantial brick semi gothic building on the hill, designed by E J Nathall and built by Joseph Richards. It features three cathedral windows, a triple chancel window, diagonal ceili ng, and strong Gothic details. The structure seats many and cost £365 for the church with £80 for furniture, debt near £150 expected to be cleared soon. Rev W Wade and the Bishop spoke on religious revival and the church’s future work.
On a Wednesday afternoon at Bo falls Green the club president spoke for a few moments on behalf of the members praising Mr Bradly for his service. He was presented with a handsome pair of Taylor’s silver mounted bowls bearing the inscription W. H. Bradly from Bonalla Bowling Glob. 1002. Bradly thanked the members briefly and said his close association with the club had been regrettable.
A church gathering celebrated the bishop's departure with gratitude and prayer. The service included a collection of £10, heartfelt speeches by Rev Rivett and others, and remarks by Bishop Goo thanking the Thorn parish for support, with plans for future clergy guidance and archbishop prospects. The event closed with refreshments and warm tributes as the congregation reflected on the bishop's tenure.
In Benalla Shire Herald criticism targets Dr Dunckley’s report on dirty dairies. Affected residents fear contaminated milk and call for reform. The Benalla Shire Council president urges calm while public health inspectors face scrutiny amid damning tone and demands for accountability.
A Wednesday night organizing committee set the program for the annual swimming match. Events include Long Swim for State and Joseph's schools, open races for different age groups, obstacle and breaststroke races, and a range of prizes from medals to small cash equivalents. Rules note that if only three entrants, prizes are limited to two. if two starters, one prize. and a fourteenth birthday example is mentioned for clarity.
Commercial Melbourne markets show varied grain values with firm prices for prime wheat and durum. Quotations for futures and local sales include 1144, 406, 450 shillings, and prime currum around 4 to 5 pounds, plus bids for Warranboo and Colne at 4 10s. A weekly grain catalogue of 6 498 units was submitted by Mercantile Agency Co Ltd. prices and regional listings reflect fluctuations across Melbourne, New York, and Tasmanian markets.
Invine's brandy, distilled under Victorian Government supervision, is described as the concentrated essence of the grape and has secured major prizes at various exhibitions. Single bottle, 52 J.C. Ry Kurteman, Wins and Sp It meroaal, Benalla, Aun
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