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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 28, 1911
Page
3
Holy Trinity Church held a harvest festival service on Sunday with large congregations across the subdivisions. The occasion featured decorative touches and an oration from Rev H Wade on prepared paths for the Lord, anchored by a sermon linking Leviticus to modern worship.
In a parish hall ceremony on Sunday afternoon the 1910 Sunday School prizes were awarded. Winners included Emily Little Daisy Little and Ada Baker for girls while Stanley Hisvish Harold Rautlle and Frederick Warren led boys. Special mentions went to Por. Baker and Maggie Burr for conduct with several others noted for achievement.
A national discussion on compulsory youth training is explored through parent concerns about drills and time, contrasted with patriotism and national defense. The piece argues that Australian citizens must prepare now, with 12 to 18 year olds undergoing staged training and regular parades to ready the nation for possible conflict. It highlights mothers' views, the need for sacrifice, and the balance between personal freedoms and national security.
Letter from Gregerson defends Labor Party methods while praising the People's Party. A meeting is set for Wednesday night to appoint canvassers, a secretary, and other officers for the newly formed branch in Benalla.
The Winton Race Club held its annual meeting on Friday after a postponed date. A fair crowd attended in good weather with several races featuring vivid betting action and notable performances from horses like Leno Hina and Seldom. Officials and staff ran the meeting smoothly with strong patronage at the successful event.
Cricker at Moira Association reports Bonalla beating Lowe by a tight margin on the turf wickets at Bonalla oval with Bonalla posting 220 and several players contributing notable scores. The St Andrews vs St Idenoph's game was postponed a week due to the swimming carnival.
The region moved from clear skies to steady evening rain as a fortnight of fine weather ended. By last night total rainfall for the month stood at 4.72 inches, surpassing February 1887's record by 0.99 inches, likely pushing the monthly total to about 5 inches and nearing the first two months’ yearly aggregate around six inches.
Yardings totalled over 2000 head with NSW, North Eastern, South Gippsland, Gippsland, Western District and Northern District stock. Prices weakened despite regional demand, with prime cattle and sheep easing up to a shilling per head and buyers holding a cautious stance as hot weather reduced throughput. Stronger demand for draught and harness horses kept ranges active, while small lots and hoggets showed mixed results amid the cooler purchasing mood.
Victoria Racing Club issues notice for Autumn Meeting at Newmarket with tracks including Autumn Handicap and Champion Stakes. Sale of tickets and return deadlines set with entry closing by March 3 and refunds available until March 13, per secretary Byron Moore.
The notice details pony race entries, trophy values, and entry fees for multiple events including First and Second trophies, with limits on four furlong pony races. It notes closing on Monday March 20 at 5 p.m. and requires 12 months performance forms. Amateurs only. Side shows listed and music pupils offered.
A garbled missive from Banalla Corrier-front Miss A Pityllips requests a continuance of a Ballarat show. She seeks patronage for a high price costumiere and ahead work in the designer craft.
Clearing sale conducted by Salyat Palluabla led by Mr Peter McDonald attracted buyers from Rivering Yarrivonga Bundalong Benalla Dookie Peachelba and surrounding districts. Lots sold well: horses yearlings cattle sheep farm implements and machinery high prices reached with bids from £01 to £50 and beyond.
The Benalla gala day features carnival events including horse races with cash prizes, Highland dancing and music, street displays, and a grand concert. Programs begin at 1 pm with multiple races, handicaps, and prize money across divisions, plus a splendid luncheon and evening concert by Metropolitan Artists.
Advertises a loan option at 44 percent interest and 14 percent principal reduction with a 650 to 2000 pound range, transferable to freehold at any time. Mentions security options, no penalty, no commission, and application through Post Office or Savings Bank or the Inspector General of Savings Banks. Names Makner Stank, Mensorins, H Clarke Solicitor, and Wales Kk Madiven as managing director.
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