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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1909
Page
3
In Beechworth a man warned Willis Mutlteen living with Me Guan near Everton, found dead in bed from heart failure. At the rifle club meeting Captain Zwarn chaired. reports praised the year and a credit balance. Various local notices include court actions, railway station post offices, and municipal updates across the region.
A Yarrawonga district football association meeting heard a Benalla club protest over Benalla Burramine match officiating and a disputed score. Umpire Lawless defended handling, delegates debated umpire adequacy, potential replacement costs, and future match arrangements with league umpires.
A letter from J Blackburn explains the co trustee A Gregerson and others sought subscribers signatures to forward funds and testimony to Mr ONeill per his wish. The Police Chief barred receiving money in district. funds were held, later transfers and authority obtained from subscribers to forward money and testimonials to the officer at his station.
An elderly correspondent, WM. A. Richardson, vents anger at perceived injustices. He recalls past deeds, questions magistrates and sentences, laments pension issues, and complains about treatment and identity. He appeals for respect and answers to why past actions and documents were handled as they were.
Arbor Day events on July 9 featured a school program with songs recitations and dances, followed by tree planting and games. The Baddagmate School celebration drew about 100 parents and friends with decorated grounds and a substantial feast.
The markets at Berulli and nearby yards report a brisk stock sale with strong demand from New South Wales buyers. Yardings included cattle, sheep, and pigs with prices lifting on good lots. notable prices reached for steers, bulls, and dairy cows. Buyers from local and northern districts attended, and sales were described as successful with future yards scheduled.
Fragmented press text notes Ye Australian Murtyage, land and minerals, and rising competition in markets. It mentions Fannie Bisetese and Mr Moss Kannedy planning to contest a seat, plus references to a revolting crime and a murder case involving Albert Hay and Martha Dowty. Weather line cites 22 points of rain on Monday night.
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