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Newspaper

Benalla Standard

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Feb 26, 1924

Page

3

King of Hronchos and Wild Horses Narrated by Hawkes

A review notes Clarence Hawkes and Angus and Robertson publish King of Hronchos in Australia. The tale covers horses history, a fierce stallion duel, and the wild horse biography set in Utah Nevada Arizona deserts. The book is praised as entertaining, boots and bravado, with vivid scenes and perilous adventures.

Brolchos Clarence Hawkes Angus and Robertsontel Sydney Prent Jean Utah Nevada Arizona Bera Piebalil Hronch Australia Eagle Pros Ltd Sydney Fink A. Wann Cecil-street Honaux West Gorilom Bamford Tabi Benalla Rutherglen Fry Guilburs Las T State Rivers and Waters ‘Supply Commission Mtr M.U.A Mesira Dowrick Hi. Dinkborn Onshands Catlianch Sid Hintie Rutherglen

Obituary notes for B L Thornton and others in Benalla

An obituary notice from Benalla records the death of B L Thornton of Mitchell Street after long illness, detailing his railway service from Fryerstown to Benalla as head porter and prior military service. It notes his strict yet kindly nature, his four children and three sons, and that his funeral was held at St Joseph’s Church, with Rev Father O'Reilly and railway colleagues in attendance. Also listed are notices for Mrs. J Longstaff and Mr. John Ginnivan, plus social events at Queen of Music and Queen of Sport venues, and obituaries for Pearl Teagan and other locals with family tributes and funeral arrangements. The report preserves neutral wording and factual details of the period.

B. L. Thornton Mitchell Street Benalla Burney Gid Fryerstown Victorian Emard Victorian Railways Chornton Thornton Melbourne Hoos Wuard Jendiga Benalla Ubow Ttowas Limeel HS Sun Anany Unis Ginal Ain Wim Sun Iqanlibor Fiys Margaret M- Thornton Eileen Dorothy Ellen Ursula Cornelius Garrick Alexander Servier PW. Byayr Bis Charky Fuera Father O'Reilly Wilhradhes Jobn Jos Ginnivan John J. Ginnivan Jno Kilfeera Tediateict James Barry William Matthew Patrick Thomas Mr& Dusty Telford Mes. Green Mevalla Birs. Lennox Cosgriff Gippy S. Giunigan Goorneng Mary Gamnivaat M'Namari Onuge Nsw Giunigan Tate St. Joseph's Church Dielock Sophia Teak Mackellar Street Yeute Mine Montis Mids Penn Bénalla Hast High Schoo Education Department Somme Healent Wufferer Duailier Seine Marisiders Sposta Abie Hall Spain Brown Mitchel Fo Ve Haching Dunlop Fathel Connors Ili O'Connor Hig Mitchell Yorkirs Will Mitchell Toqeas Hill Severa Waters Abbott Elliott Tom Watters Hyp Hee Smith Buiter McNamara Holmen Morgsurg Murray Perry Hosilty Vrowil Seana Siudur Thewlgear Stewart Eom Walters Hy Smith McNary Dawson Cetrig Eliott Lis Goulburn Vatley Shepparton Ballarat Fii Renly HL. B. Lincoln Engined Heen State Rivers and Water Supply Appilication Commission Shepparton Library and Mechanics’ Institute Hicksop G. Swane Ay Migs Davis Treanteer Edward Rodimck William Connors Vincest Arthuy Rushworth Quinich Percy Johnson Sheppartom Sone Reformsters Cobram Gonlon C. Burrows Hott Mikent Mae Ike Wass Hoyyeven

Swimming Carnival Special Attraction Headlined by Victor Levivon

A carnival program announces a swimming event with special attraction Victor Levivon and his partner as a high diving act. Past performances are cited as highly successful, with the duo praised for entertaining crowds at camps and carnivals.

eHorta Victor Levivon Victor Wan Menguizel Reid Miia

Lima South Progress Association briefing on power and river works

A meeting of the Lima South Progress Association chaired by Mr T Wilcock discussed district electric supply costs and the possibility of a Swanpool Power House. Mr W Williams outlined power installation costs, home and factory electricity use, and proposed local poles. Debate covered river gaug e relocation, Weir water intake, and the Winton Swamp scheme with views favoring Nilhaheotie as a superior catchment. Mr Williams was appointed to collect further information and report back for association action.

Enblig Hall Owith T. Wilcock Iengti W. €. Williams Swanpool Legia Nso Nillahcoatie Black Creek Wise Williams Benwlig Winton Swamp Winton Water Supply Department Mic Williams

Topical Topics and Letters to the Editor Policy

The Standard outlines rules for topical communications to the editor. Letters should be addressed with the writer’s name and address not guaranteed for publication. It emphasizes proper labeling and handling of public cues and cautions readers about publication considerations.

Benalla Town Band seeks skilled musician amid community appeal

A note from Benalla town band leaders appeals for a first class bass or other instrumentalist to join the troupe after personnel changes. Returning soldiers and local musicians are urged to respond with offers via the band or its secretary to support performances in Renallia. The letter also covers concerns over riding on footpaths and patching potholes in town streets, urging safer roads and better maintenance.

Raitor Renalla Renaltir Wendy Respinde Dean Worth Rerialla Myrid Banis Eeme al Ami UY Yourk TG. Williams Benalla Town

Benalla residents rage over delayed telephone service and town cricket results

Anger mounts as Goomalilee residents complain about long wait times to connect to the new telephone line, delaying crucial calls including a councillor seeking machinery. In local sport, the Darbies and Yorkies clashed in a lively cricket match with notable innings and fielding efforts, while Northeastern Co operative Society reports a record half-year, and a regional tram match showcases steady play.

District News & Notes Albury Fires and Local Developments

The Albury district notes a house on the Shaw Sem property near Temora destroyed by fire with unclear origin after the occupant left. A barley hay stack near Gregory valued at over 6 tons was struck by lightning and largely burned despite aid. The Gilrabin coal shaft sinking nears completion with final shafting and new pumps handling water surges. The Murry Coarsing Club met to plan plumpton improvements and set conference dates. At a State school committee meeting Mr. R J Williams was named chairman succeeding Rev Mr Harrison. Two galvanized school tanks are to be erected with repairs done. Shire engineer B McKay reported a Broken River bridge project near Cannambo and Cosgrove South would cost about £2600 and will seek government aid twice.

Albury John Shaw Gonrabin Coalheld Plumpton R. Ryat R. J. Williams Harrison Public Works Department B. McKay Broken River Cannambo Cosgrove

Methodist Tennis Victory Over Goomalibee Side

In a Saturday tennis match Methodist defeated Goomalibee with several two set wins and close finishes. Notable pairs included Stolz and Oliver, White and Carey, and Lerrett with Nijgs Terrett, while Miss Stolz and Miss Guppy produced 9 2 outcomes. Total Methodist 69 games to Goomalibee’s 36, with a strong team showing across multiple courts.

Methodist Goomalibee Got Dee Sebrés Stolz Oliver D. €. White Caray Ud Lorritt BR. White Thomas Pervite

Water Trust A notes pumping plant installation progress

A meeting of Water Trust A chaired by Walker discussed engineering reports on a proposed electric pumping plant. The treasurer reported a bulk balance of 69 15/2 and notices for the current year. pumping and consumption figures were given, repairs and fuel supplies described, meters connected, and tenders received for firewood supply.

Vike Benaltw Waterworks ‘Trust Thurday Meesent Zomrs Walker Cowan Abe Scholes Colin M' Kenzie Ake Mesars Christie Wuil Gardner Sanedersoiy Rebbechi M'Kellar Junkers Dragnaoi J. Black Penton and Py

Mishap to S S Benalla Rounds Grounding Near Harbor

The P and O Line steamship Benalla ran aground while protecting an incoming steamer outside Pre qmugtle harbor on Sunday morning. Thick fog hindered salvage attempts as the vessel jettisoned water, returned to port for survey, and later sailed again after an inquiry was announced. Passengers included Mr Thos Hiscock who reported wheat and quarry aboard and delays of 82.1m.

Uial Jiner Bossi Uristown Alalisia Lundor Pre Qmugtle Tgs Benalla Thos. B. Hiscock Hiscock Ibast Tigers Ly Bell

Weather patterns show cold Friday with improving weekend

A fragmented weather note describes a Friday with 43 degree temperatures and variable winds, followed by milder conditions yesterday. It contrasts this week’s contrasts with last year and mentions improved conditions in the morning as the week ends.

Westerday Wardice

Warrenbayne social boosts Post Office fund drive

A Wednesday evening meeting of the Lima South Guild approved repairs to the Public Hall and a new paint job with Mr Price Jr responsible for execution. A social at Warrenbayne raised about £5 10s for the Post Office residence fund as district activity and choir performances delighted attendees.

Fishermen reel in big King River catch and storm damage hits Oxley

Readable fragment covers anglers from Wangaratta and Milawa Daley Crave meeting notes, records of fish up to 25 lbs on King River, and a storm at Oxley with lightning, rain, and a blown bridge. It mentions local officials, a soldier elected unopposed, and church quotations.

George Brien Rowan Street Vis HM. Holme Peechelba Henry Davidson King River Milawa Daley Janary Conpany Oxley Tin Oxleye Wangne Ytty Percy Snowden Smiler Nuk Heen I Saraney Oxleyshire Tong Baptist Church Inoot Anil Board T. Haver Alfred J Money Dan Howoadites Wellin Mientis Carih Whotouty Herken Vinran Ares Puplal Torwilene Crocerit Nerek Navistt Ab ‘Carbone

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