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Newspaper

Benalla Standard

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

Jan 18, 1918

Page

3

Roll of Honor Died on Service and Missing in France

The record lists soldiers reported missing and killed during World War I. It notes Teopor arcane ropeman Watton papao as killed in France, with confirmation of earlier fears. Private Leslie M'Crabb of Muegngf is listed as missing, later reported killed in action at a location near Paris. Additional notes mention Lieut Phil Jol of Violetown and Corporal K- O. Crass among those killed or missing, with sentiments from comrades and officers.

Teopor Arcane Ropeman Wattonpapao France Favorlta Wattenbayny Trivate Leslie M‘crabb Muegngf Soostauely Psrechwestal Oor Sation Violettown Fis Vorite Oten Farewall Tool Mrebanios Privsty A. Remage Whiey G.mcoomby Ewert Hallie Me Phil Jol Menicholl Fankest Bel Cele Wrator Weistant Brigade Hosaruartars Skell Tuckolt Wwe Ypres bin Toms K- O. Crass Lupgamab Kporyl HG Ashby Stuntey Tay Lion Joly

Wounded Private Keit and Wounded In France Notice

Wounded Private Keit reported from Deoen to Hildestreat then to a French hospital after a shell burst. His brother My Catomerford, a wartime worker in England, is also mentioned. Private T G Mallett of Strathbogte hospitalizes from severe wounds in the left thigh. Private H F Eiwort, son of Eiwort, has lost a left leg above the knee and faces more surgery. Another brother A S Eorewan, killed at Portova on August 5. Missing Alex M'Cornan of Batmuabtsim presumed killed.

Gommerford Deoen Cony Gotford Hildestreat France My Catomerford Angerdirame England Pelvate T.G Mallett Strathbogte J. Ewert Violettown Baw H. F. Eiwort Estober Ewert Pitrate Twart Jeworat Hilaelayn A. S. Eorewan Porierva

North Winton Queen Carnival Profits Report

A December 20 meeting of 186 North Winton Girls received the audited balance sheet of the Queen Carnival held November 21. The event raised nearly £150 with various donations and prizes noted, including a painting panel later unclaimed. The committee adopted the report and thanked helpers led by secretary Wyn Warton and president Annie Ashmeld.

North Winton Brigsda Thoradey Robert Geuen Dente Ly Manwell Army Mias Ruby Werton Mies Hdna Gamble Belgado Mies Wyn Warton Mra Smiths Lang Wan A. Sadler Whitch Kya Woaton Brigade Sll Robt. Groot

War Report From The Front And Air Action Over Europe

The War Leader reports thawing fronts with artillery fire and Allied air raids. British planes dropped a ton of bolts on the Thionville steelworks between Luxemburg and Metz, with another ton on two railway fuel zones near Metz. Anti aircraft bursts and bombardment followed as progress remained contested. The French reply notes a repulsed German attack on the Meuse Bois-to-Chaume front, with a brief foothold gained in an advanced position then expelled by our forces.

Meuse Bois-to-Chaume

Italian Front Report Claims Gains and Prisoners Taken

London dispatch says Italian forces advanced north of Cuterville to the head of the Cestilla Valley. Reported 291 prisoners captured and entry into enemy trenches. Bridgehead extended eastward of Caponiley, with printer’s profits noted.

German Attacks Break Down Says Munich Report

A German official report claims Italian assaults on Austrian lines faltered at Mount Sandone Tartiba as German defenses held firm. The account stresses reduced enemy momentum and continued fighting in mountainous terrain.

Austrn-Huntians Mount Sandone Tartiba

Ultimatum Sent Over Roumania Actions in War Row

Petrograd reports Russia issued an ultimatum to Roumania after accusing Roumanian authorities of hostile acts against Russian soldiers obstructing provisions and arresting Russian regimental committees and Austrian officers visiting the unit. Moscow demands Roumanian colonies be punished and loyalty shown with a 24 hour reply or ready for stronger measures.

Richer Petrograd Roumania Renendia

Lenin firing incident as premier returns to Stanley

A misread, garbled note reports M. Lenin firing at his companion during a return to Stanley after inspecting the Red Guard. The accompanying person, a Swine Sooinlint, was slightly wounded in the incident. The account is unclear and contains transcription errors.

Leoty Stanley Red Guard M. Lenin

Man Power Sabena Debate In British House Of Commons

In the British House of Commons on Monday Sir Auckland Geddes outlined a Man Power Sabena measure. He warned of a plan to draft 1,000,000 youths with certificates of exemption, while their fathers are sent to the trenches. The government aims to balance British and French army needs amid current strains.

London Wodaunday House of Commony Monilay Auckland Geddes

Labor Attitude Toward Government Plan Unclear

London reports indicate broad approval for the Manpower plan but uncertainty in Labour Party support. Miners Federation and railway unions seen as likely to back the proposal, while the Amalgamated Engineers Society may oppose. A rumor suggests young workers may protest, and Mr Barnes stresses government intents to adhere to the scheme amid wartime strain.

London Tmpecial Tabor Tae Trades Union Tendars Miners Federation Railway Wen Amalgamated Engineera’ Society Ln Awne Alstrieta Young

Leckie Battles Government Over Bendigo Pledge Controversy

In Parliament, Mr. Leckie of Indi challenges the Bendigo pledge as a breach of party consent. He argues ministers overstepped and should not bind MPs without consultation, warning that loyalty to the public and the Labor government could be undermined by the referendum plan and outside group pressure.

Hondo of Representatives Lackie Indi Hughes Bendigo Leskle Tha Morabeen Qanorud Te Plich Mintatry Larga Imapatru Mr. Watt Mao Wleyan Phould Shancel Lookie Treasury Australia Labor Party

Christmas Night Brawl in Benalla Court

In Benalla, a Christmas night brawl case saw Joe Lim, Reuben Hervey and Charlie Wi hear evidence before P M J M Pennofather. Lim alleged assault by Hervey after a shop incident, with testimonies detailing nose injuries, kitchen scuffle, and multiple strikes. The court ordered 14 days hard labor with fines issued to other defendants and four days to pay costs.

Benalla J. M. Pennofather P.M Joe Lim Reuben Hervey Alo Charlie Wi F. T. Brown Tor Joe Lim Chare WI PL King Flurvey Wituras Hervey King Chile Tim Tlew Joo Lim Harvey Mr. Bing Mr. King Tor Horvey Rowan Mio Evans Lt Door Horevey Ruobou Tervey Benalls Wees Christan Chelle Kvane Bluresy Log Wrethade Mr. Brown Mr. Pennefathar Win Evan Blickwmith Delaney Jas Milroy Barvey

Egg throwing at Tangaman charges dismissed

At Tangamal Jones court on Tuesday last Hugh James Carrathera and others faced charges of delaying in an insulting manner at a conscription meeting held at the public hall. Witnesses testified eggs were thrown at the speakers and cars, with one car damaged, but the defence argued lack of identifiable evidence and the case was dismissed.

Tangamal Jones Court Hugh James Carrathera Path Maher Edward Mackay Thomas C. Harrington John T. Harrington Jobe Doyer Thomas Dayar Mannar Barr Middleton Stiudy Tongatah Sypt Westeatt T. Clarke Pennafather P.bi Mossy Defendanta John M*partland Mortison Allat Mackay Monals Tha Apeskor Mr. Roherty John H. Bishang Propria Ltor

Egg Night Contests Erupt at Meeting

Disturbance broke out as eggs were hurled at a meeting and on leaving a dead chicken was noted. A car tyre was slashed, a hat branded, and a parcel with an anla nest struck a witness. Statements from Clarke Harrington and Constable Carruthers shed light on the chaotic event and charges were dismissed for all but Harrington.

Neil Clarke Mannix Clarkes Mr. Clarke P.M Lyvstia Slo Klobaug Tungamah Cary Eishany Carenthars T. C. Harrington Rinotnground Carrathere T. C. Harrington Carruthers Westcott Binilen Tongamal Thors

Rural district notes from Euroa and district

A series of local notes from Euroa Strathbogie Violet Town and Wangaratta report accidents sudden deaths and police cases. William Apleor slips in wood and suffers a foot wound. Mary S M cCormack dies suddenly at Florence Court Benalla. Private J T Murray dies in camp after a week in service. Violetown gains an accountant at the National Bank. A grass fire destroys 130 acres on Wilson and Revrdon property. In Wangaratta a duck shooting case fines and confiscation. Milawa butter factory reports December output and prices. A horse and buggy rag theft leads to arrest and confession.

Euroa William Apleor Mary S. M'Cormack Thos. M'Cormack Gooram M. M'Cormack Plorence Court Benalla Shoster Earow Blaenddon Johnaton Strathbogle Violettown Tricks National Unk Violetdown Linah Fire Cocarrad Ofr Residon’ Aa Wilson Revrdon Wangaratta Poonefather P.M Ronoh Apalnat Yoon Min Smith Laceby Iran Pinkerton Wargatatts Liont Germany Holland Wondellhorn Switzerland Guemany Milawa Tiwan London Canala Apell Arthur Glide Hennessy and Malton Mra. Topott Watgandiey Mer Plyputt Royal Hotel Matton Ronnesay Secuwad

St John’s wort case over landowner duties at Lima South

At Benalls court Mary Balcombe Edward Stow and William Wilvy were prosecuted by inspector Walter Tiernan for neglecting to destroy St John’s wort on their Lima South properties. Evidence showed patches across 50 acres with some destruction efforts but weed regrew. The case noted prior notices and potential penalties with emphasis on urgency and compliance.

Benalls Court Kafora J. M. Peonofsthor P.M. W. B. ‘Tlarnan Thetlee Shi of Benalls Mary Balcombs Edward Stow Wm. C. Wil- Vimy St. John's Tous Rour T. T. Clarke T. Brown Mary Balcombe Clarke Balcomb Brosny Mr. Clarke P.M Williams Wm. T. Bulcombe Tiernan B.M Peonefather Stow Mr. Brown Mra. Bilcombe W. C. William Thorman Hla Sou Lottor Hie

Benalla Institute meeting discusses funds and retrenchment

The Benalla Mechanics' Institute held its annual subscribers meeting with W J Carter in the chair. The balance sheet showed receipts slightly higher due to appeals, donations reaching £3176 and interest, while the government grant fell. The committee considered building plans postponed until after the war and debated adopting an honorary secretary to save costs, with mixed opinions. The death of former member Lieut. Frank Walker was noted with regret.

Wabscribere Above Institute Mowaty W. J Carter Kiateng Meadows O'Toole J. Clark Preganowan W.say M.connon Nin Imaterial Sondviashin Lieyt Frante Walker Hom Willis Benalla Towo Ormicens Denensenka Troganowan Mesare Carter Kinhany O'Tonte Botus Polotad Oxyeriorca Mer Stredwick Wes Thu Ibrar

Strength and Safety Remedy Promises Gentle Health Boost

Fragmented ad text touts a remedy named HRAN'S TONIG NERVE NUTS claiming to strengthen nerves and vitality without narcotics. It advertises a bottle package of ten treatments and six bottles priced at L7, with ordering details directing readers to W. Wean Manufacturing, 178 Cantlareagh Streets, Byonsville.

Gee Shomist Atari

Lima South Progress Association meeting in Public Hall

A largely attended Lima South Progress Association meeting chaired by W C William discussed making a local swing bridge public property and finishing river approaches at low cost. Members urged Shire Council to take over the bridge, and to inspect the river road for safer access as flood dangers and weed issues were raised.

Ebb. Williitay Lerma Willians Edo Cameron Hay Shire Council Farhted Matori FE. Williams Evane Hmbur Sovesa Moser Williams Evanu Stone Itaey Petitton Shire Cannall Stan Meron John Thorns West Conla Knox Sosrataty Walt Turnin

Claim for Work and Labor Verdict in Benalla Court

A verdict for the defendant Acclaim by Sohn Swabyavsionh Ernest W. BP Caboree for a 13f work and labor case was heard in the Benalla Court of Palty yesterday before Mr. Ponnotasthur. John Swaby, a carpenter and builder, testified a contract to build and add extras totaling £31 13, with disputed charges and final settlement notes. Florence Lydis Orborus stated extras of £220 and final settlement of £220 were discussed. Swaby accepted a cheque as final settlement, while disputes over additional works and unperformed items remained.

Sohn Swabyavsionh Ernest W. BP. Caboree Benalla Seanlonu Mr. Clarke Osborne Osborns Florence Lydis Orborus Swaby Eblok Dawn Dored Aald Wad Will Brown Swahy Geo Mr. Brown

Also Mentioned on This Page

Alex. M'Cornan Batmuabtsim Lown eanNor Beaver Board Meaver Hari Corman Russia Amalgamated Engineers Society MR. Leckie T Tangaman District News Lima Benalla Mechanics' Institute Bank Guaylobes Mantios State Savings Hk Naw Honal Bank Strength and Safety Miller’s Lima South Progress Association Pablic W. C. Willian Wail Te Waa Uleo Landhinderi Ngs Crown Lands Hesd Carters Perticalare Sud Nujoh Standard Oil Co JIE Blennerbassett Ciewfilm Henan Public Nations the National Mutual Life Association Australasia Limited Victorian Producers’ Co-Operative Company Ltd Stolz Privat Chris Stolz Enalla Yarrawonga
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