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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 23, 1909
Page
4
A crowded afternoon charity demonstration in Wangaratta climaxed with speeches by MPs and local figures. The event raised funds for hospitals and charitable institutions, with noted contributions and pledges totaling substantial sums, and plans announced for ongoing support from community leaders and speakers.
A fragmented Lake Rowan racing meet unfolds with boats and riders competing despite gusty winds and soggy tracks. Notable performers include Victor Daly and top-ranked horses facing stiff competition from Bungist, Landlady and others as officials praised the event's organization amid challenging conditions.
A garbled antique notice discusses a person named Seldon and a claim about paying debts. It mentions LAXO-TONIC PILLS and a company Shompson & Co as agents. The text is fragmented but hints at a sale or obligation tied to a tonic product and a money dispute.
District news notes a Beechworts council meeting on Wednesday with decisions including a bridge construction at Gundowring funded by W Paull for £600. A coroner's inquest into the death of Walter Ema, aged about, found near Cudgowanond after a dray overturned a wain due to a falling tree limb. verdict recorded accidental death.
In Shepparton and district reports, residents faced dry weather, crop and stock challenges, while court actions include fines for offenses and property matters. Mr Lean’s departure to Warrnambool and land purchases feature among community notices with social gatherings and a Swanpool church picnic drawing many locals.
In the district during the past fortnight crops show improvement as ploughing advances in the north. Potatoes suffer from delays. timely rain is urged. Mr. Hutchinson of Strathbogie mourns the death of his stallion Young Pride from intestinal rupture, his tenth horse loss in five years. Ballard has just cut a fine white oats crop sown three months ago near the river flats, with good harvests typical for November and March regions.
A Mi rider on a frisky horse named Crosbie unleashes a fast dash through paddock and house yard, ending with the horse stopping at the stables. Reports of multiple accidents, labor shortages, and forthcoming lectures by Rev. Dr. Gopren of the Corroan Mission mark a period of district upheaval and community notices.
A chaotic Washington era style column reports on local money lenders, Gippsland butter production, and fiscal allocations for rabbit destruction. It mentions a stabbing of health ads, patent medicines, a miner’s accident, a tree fall injury, a wagon crash, and a shooting death leading to a proposed pen rifle ban for youths. It also notes a Sydney to Scotland visit, a church figure’s accident, and various small notices from Maryborough and Benalla.
The body of Mr James Carroll was found in a paddock near Byddagivute on Friday after noon. He had been at work repairing a fence and died from injuries likely caused by accident with a horse and gear. Neighbours Bradshaw and Dalton alerted authorities. the body was removed to his residence and later interred at Bonnille cemetery after a Catholic service by Father O Reilly. Mr Carroll, a bachelor from Limerick, had resided in the district for 56 years and was well regarded by locals.
Mr Hend J.P. presided as evidence was taken for an inquest into the death of Jamie Carroll a farmer from Baca kinssig. John Carroll identified the remains saying he last saw his brother on a February Sunday returning from Boralls. The body was found under a tree on February 17 with no signs of violence and decomposition. Dr Goarington noted advanced decomposition suggesting death four days earlier from syncope due to exposure to the sun while working. Reginald Bradshaw and William Dalton testified about the land, daily routines and discovering the body, including the horse nearby and a purse of £19/4d found on the deceased.
The Trinity College London theory results from mid December show Colin McCallung of Wangaratta winning the preparatory medal with full marks. Names of successful candidates include Fekete Tonkin and Mary Sargood among many Benalla and nearby town entrants. entries for theory classes close March 4.
Raw thermometer shows daily highs and lows for June 1908 with scattered figures across multiple days. Entries include maximums around the 80s and minimums in the 50s, reflecting typical seasonal fluctuations.
A king tours his realm seeking a noble or citizen who is truly happy. He questions a naked, poorly clad labourer, who confesses he has nothing yet claims he is perfectly happy. The monarch, surprised by the villager’s honesty, reflects on the nature of happiness as the tale unfolds.
A historical note describes South Africa’s Cape Colony facing heavy debt and costly wars from 1796 to 1862. It cites Dutch and British occupation periods, colonial governance, and the economic burden of defense and administration, including ties to gold discoveries and mining ventures. The piece argues imperial expenditures drained the colony and influenced regional power.
A reflective account of keeping a canary, detailing care under heat, emotional attachment, feeding choices, and daily routines. The author describes sheltering the bird from harsh sun, providing crackers, bread, and treats, and the singer’s gentle songs at dawn and dusk.
A reminiscence recalls a neighbor whose constant chatter wore on listeners. Mrs Mar sacuk Saingter notes the habit of long monologues, urging women to become better listeners, patient and attentive, to avoid alienating companions.
A cryptic courtroom exchange shows a lawyer speaking to a deaf witness about a plaintiff and pigs. The speaker’s garbled questions mix with the witness’s shaky responses and stray phrases about weeks, spring, and unrelated household lines.
A cryptic note describes a mysterious discovery in Australia involving a person named Bossasirus and references to a divine figure. The fragment mentions a home setting, medical terms, and an ambiguous timeline, suggesting a travel or cultural context tied to a distant locale.
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