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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 05, 1918
Page
3
The article reviews timber industry policy delays, noting rail line shortfalls from Dorrid’s crossing to Ducran and the need to fix defects for timber development. It highlights government promises of cheap power under the Kiowa scheme, potential North Eastern district transformation, and municipal electricity pricing impacts.
Representatives of the BMA stated after meeting the Premier that Judge Warley's inquiry proposed stability in pay and numbers for medical institutes and lodge costs. The Premier’s office indicated two main points remained unsettled with continued differences of opinion between doctors and lodges on funding per wartime periods and the number of medical institutes.
A garbled 19th century style news fragment notes cables to Australia under some form of permission. It hints at Polynesian or Pacific context and a misunderstood group associated with the Pinta venture, with unclear attribution and missing key names or dates.
London dispatch datelines report British forces repelling enemy counter attacks. On a three kilometer front north of Montre and Ourtowon they claim to have taken prisoners and inflicted losses, with German efforts northeast of Mongrel in Upper Alsace yielding no gains.
London reports Sir Douglas reports a heavy bombardment followed by German recapture of front line trenches. He cites successful raids in Bayolles Moyonsovills and Morsis with a few prisoners taken in each case.
In an official report from the Admiralty five British aircraft dropped bombs on an eastern base on Monday. The operation targeted the submarine quarter and parts of the gulination base. All machines returned safely.
A wartime despatch from the front notes Tuesday’s series of strategic thrusts along the Lower Pinve despite enemy resistance and deteriorating conditions. It claims 1900 taken as prisoners including five officers, and the capture of twenty machine guns and a quantity of war materiel. French forces reportedly cut enemy camps in the zone near Avlsgu plates and brought back captured material.
Fragmentary dispatch notes upheaval among Vindivos factions with Bolsheviks ousted and new secession movements forming. unclear details regarding persons or dates due to damaged text.
A British shipping report shows a year total close to 1,500,000 tons. May yielded 197,278 tons, contributing to the annual figure with June data expected to finalize the yearly total.
A mangled report from London Wednesday details a serious explosion at a munitions factory. About 100 workers were killed or seriously injured as vast fires and smoke enveloped the site, with emergency crews racing to contain the blaze and salvage remains.
A hospital ship was torpedoed and sunk by a submarine with 208 aboard and 104 crew casualties reported. About 25 survivors landed. the vessel Llanderry Castle is noted in the damaged report with navigation lights affected by the gale.
A garbled OCR record shows Red Cross Society Benalla names and donors including Mrs. Walker and Mr. Anderson along with local officers. The fragment mentions donations and a committee executive group, with several personal names and addresses unreadable.
A late night fire gutted the Grey Street home of Mr Frederic Mackerell, owned by Mr Woods, as Miss Verney Mackerell and relatives escaped with only the night attire. The brigade arrived quickly but water pressure hindered efforts. neighboring Reidy’s residence was saved with effort. Fire insurance on house and contents has unspecified values.
Roll of honor lists Private W. Kay son of Meo Ray Tolmivy killed in action in France. Wreaths flown at Hatfimosh Tolmle Manslolt where he was known. Two Benalla boys wounded, KF. 1%, Mitchell and Lieutenant W. Kck Swaby. Swaby status uncertain. District soldiers wounded include Private Thomas P. McCarron Wharouly seconded, Private Frank Franz, Lieutenant Garlick ex employed by A Miller and Co Eoros, Private Norman Taylor Boros, Private Percy Reardon Botur Lynco Gorporal William Dinning Hau nonville.
Miss Mev. G. J. Watson of Bereara Pinea and Bocalls Learning district notes her son Sergt Harvee Watson of the Mounted Ang division has received his commission as Lieut Watson and service in Gallipoli and Palestine. He is awarded the Military Medal. His sister Mrs Thornton Watson is in active service in France. Lt Watson’s sister Mrs B Lamcock is of Bonalla. Captain Charles Ahern of Phoaylay is recommended for the V C. Edith Donaldson formerly of Avenel is invested with the Royal I Reed Grose second class by the King at Buckingham Palace. A cable from London confirms Steat Barclay son of Mr and Mrs Robart Busly of the Commercial Hotel Mao Toopon awarded a bar to his Military Cross for distinguished service in France.
A letter urges unity to honor fallen soldiers and raise funds for a memorial. The writer notes the community’s willingness to subscribe and suggests prominent residents should help secure an initial £1000. The aim is to decide before the tree-planting event to avoid clashing proposals.
The Barmery Gouventian opened at Tavedsy as farmers gathered in Cilyo for a convention. President W G M'Troberta urged primary producer protection, while speakers attacked price fixing and called for government action to support wheat, meat, and living costs. The meeting approved a recommendation for branch representatives and pressed for two year terms and timely crop payments.
Crowded house at Shire Hall Benalla as Amadio Barklamb and company present a Doll concert program. Performers include Mabent Uealla Barklamb, Mr Harry Newton, Miss Strails Wilson, Signor Lois, Mr Armadlo, and Master Leslie Burklamb with selections from Puccini Verdi and Wagner. Applause and encores mark a successful toured event with local thanks to donors and supporters.
The Kuroa Concert, traveling from Hopalla, drew crowded houses in Karas and earned nine strong receptions. Bouquets were handed to the performers, and totals exceeded BAO. After the event, Mr. Amadlo met dignitaries who offered a guaranteed £90 house, while donations from Mr. and Mrs. Martin of Glow Turtle supported a collection for Maxtor L Barkland.
At Richmond on Saturday the Tronalla pony Port a Noy placed third in the Hawthorn Handicap behind Balnagawan. On Wednesday at Goolong the Jorowa horn Andy Spark won the sovlow Tandlasp of £60 by hook from Lasky King, with a local punter reportedly winning up to £1000. Issues arose over the Benalla Gap winner Hayston in Maldon Hardie at Willtane town, with claims of mis-entry affecting weights. stewards may reopen the matter and could award the first prize to the second horse if warranted.
The government announces a price schedule for meat products to take effect on Monday June. Wholesale prices for beef, lamb, and mutton are set with specific per unit rates while retail shops may charge fixed cash rates on prime cuts. The plan follows a cabinet move led by the Minister for Price Tying and applies to prime beef, bacon, and lamb with variations in demand.
Minister Grueny states a policy to fix meat prices based on export parity, with adjustments for quality and season. The plan aims to protect producers and ensure retailer profit, with Precautions Regulations to be issued soon and operative July 2. No retail prices yet for certain cuts.
Mr. and others oppose the policy, calling it an absurdity and predicting it will lessen supply and raise prices for beef and mutton. Vic torian Produvaes' Co-operative Co. manager A Grogernon argues the plan harms producers, reduces competition, and worsens market conditions for prime cattle while potentially lowering consumer prices.
A butcher voices concern about price changes and supply effects from recent wholesale price shifts. He notes reduced pyrine, shifting demand, and the potential for market glut if defects are resolved, predicting prices may rise or fall depending on producers, with delays in delivery during the last two years and retail prices likely to diverge between Malbourns and country properties.
A garbled wartime page recounts in Indiana about Wy Ansillery and Dulll-ball crowds, citing Diggs, H rade, and Bowies performances. It mentions parades, drill halls, and cautions over discipline, with scattered names like Dal Breg, ForestE, and Neat Wedovoday, yielding a fragmented military scene.
The Benala Market weekly sale is detailed with entries for twenty-five livestock categories, including steers, heifers, and hogs. Prices and weights are listed for numerous consignors and buyers, noting demand, market trends, and spot bids at the Cheperytion gate and surrounding yards. Local firms such as Watsons and Walters are cited among the buyers, with figures showing price ranges from modest to high, and a focus on wholesale and retail pricing across multiple lots. The report covers vendor names, lot numbers, estimated weights, and per-unit prices, reflecting a busy auction with varied activity and notable participation from Mesdham, Montgomery, and Harsimrt families.
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