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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1913
Page
4
The notice advertises latest imported shirts and new styles at J Prase's tailoring and outfitting shop located west of Bighaul Street, with prices starting from 12/6. Han Stillings is mentioned in connection with the shop.
Local notes detail Saturday football actions with St James traveling by rail to Warrawong for a district contest and Devenish, Dookie, and Wattville clubs busy in league play. The report names players, venues, and outcomes including Mulwala and Lake Rowan engagements, plus community events at Manning and Davennah churches and a wedding at Wattville.
Norah Beatty and her daughter Molly Bossy sued Golin M'Kenaie in Benalla court for £115 for work and labor performed on his Melbourne labour bureau assignment to farm near Benalla. Witnesses described poor meals and living conditions, with meals scarce, sleeping in clothes, and threats of being driven away. The case covered May 1 to May 27, (two weeks services valued at £4 10s, deductions claimed, and final settlement of £2 18 6 paid). The defense contended only three weeks of work and proper payment. testimony highlighted food, shelter, and treatment during the stay.
Testimony outlines alleged mistreatment of two women by Mrs Beatty and Mrs MKenzie in May. Complainants claim underpayment, poor bedding and food, and coercion to leave with insufficient wages while the household demanded chores and housework.
Testimony details an incident on May 27 involving Mr King and M Kenzie with horses and carts near Benalla. Witnesses including Stanley Lowe and Beavon describe driving arrangements, food complaints, and alleged actions around a sprit cart. The case is dismissed and a nominal £1 11 debt against the complainant is noted.
The St James Coursing Club opened its season on Friday with the Codio Soa run. Attendance was fair with Teashites and Monars present. Little Gipsy won the stake after a day of lively racing and social toasts at the Commercial Hotel.
A letter from a local drummer offers help for a proposed band movement. The writer notes other musicians available and expresses willingness to assist with duties and cheerful daily life alongside military officers. He hopes a meeting will be called to advance the town’s interests.
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