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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 26, 1909
Page
4
A tattered account from St James Street features a long list of events such as a parade, a funeral plan, a talent show, and a street fair. Names like Metis Mehaughlan and Nelliy Gray appear amid scattered references to committees, venues, and prizes.
A fragmentary record recounts Rev Dr Que tn Ste Wheawe Predhyterben Chute delivering an evening sermon on Weebsy Lane, with references to Kenley Park and the panel of speakers. The text notes the praise for Mr. Barrawes and the board, mentions a notable speech by J. Pat and a simple supper provided by the Tidock, reflecting a respectful community gathering.
The St James Tennis Association held a meeting at the Royal Hotel Seatiesy on a Friday, electing officers including President Veosiddent Ma G. Crosview and Secretary Mr Wilson. A motion formed four ladies and four gentlemen per team. committees set match formats and dates at Devenish Lake Rowan and Tanganal venues.
An account of a valedictory gathering in St James as Mr BG Green leaves the Portland district for better prospects. Attendees including Mr Flynn and Mr Clark praised his 27 years with Green Manning and Co. Wishes were offered for his health, his family’s prosperity, and a portion of sovereigns was raised for Mrs Gunn. The event featured toasts by local figures, musical tributes, and the singing of Auld Lang Syne.
M Q M Namara reports a light yarding at Huowlayut yards with fair buyer turnout. Prices ranged low but improved for good pigs and stores, while hoggets and mutton showed gains. property sales yielded several private and auction results led by W Ilson of Tabinig and others. The market featured strong pig prices and a steady demand for cattle and sheep, with forthcoming sales slated for March.
Weather slow grounds delay matches and postpone A vs B games. Racing crowds forecast a capital day with Newmarket Handicap and St Leger entries heavy, plus Moyhu and Geeranhat events planned. J Poppand’s Rifle shooting, pedestrianism results, Swanpool picnic details, and local notes on doctors, cures, and travel plans included.
A quiet wedding took place at Holy Trinity Church on Tuesday for Mr Aubrey Singleton and Miss Barrelly eldiat daughter of the late Mr Miotisal Barrell. The ceremony was conducted by Rev Wo Parkes with a small gathering of family and friends. The bride wore white and was given away by her uncle Mr IFIR Chirk. After breakfast the couple departed for Melbourne en route to Charters Towers to start their new home.
A marriage unites William Crawford third son of William Crawford with Florry Simmonds eldest daughter of Mr. K Simmonds of Hridgaatwoot. The ceremony at Holy Trinity Church was led by Rev W Parkes amid a large assembly. The bride wore white Indian linen and wreath, carried white cactus dahlias. Bridesmaid was Miss Louie Simmonds in heliotrope chiffon and silk. The couple left the church for Melbourne, with a wedding toast to the couple and best wishes from guests.
The Chief Justice dissolved an interim injunction in the Alexandra church dispute after considering the case of Rev. G. H. Scott against the Church of England trustees of the diocese of Wangaratta. The decision noted no statute allowing withdrawal of a clergyman’s license without proper grounds and emphasized the need for the suit to proceed to trial.
Local advertisements tout Dr. Sheldon's Magnetic Liniment as a remedy for misused or aching joints. Claims describe rapid relief and mention sure to effect cures, with noted availability at multiple shops and addresses.
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