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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1919
Page
3
War correspondent report from Melbourne notes Mr Justice Higgins addressing a university lecture on industrial friction. He argues most friction stems from two social classes lacking imagination and sympathy to understand opposing views. Also mentions Mr Watt’s health and travel for recovery, with his country visit planned for a week.
About 3,860 returned soldiers are listed by the Repatriation Department as unemployed while the department arranges work for them and the seamen strike settlement may unlock more jobs. In court, Davinscinius aged 18? appeared on charges of shooting with intent at Victoria Barracks, with Perkies alleged to have fired four times before the revolver was seized. he was remanded to the Children's Court. Also, the Sheep Show opened at Guldsborough Mort and Co.’s wool store, with Merino entries up from last year to 211. The city coroner ruled death by heart disease for Joseph Inglefinger from the Kew Asylum, noting it as another similar asylum case without blame.
Benalla Agricultural and Pastoral Society met at the Shire Hall with officers and members present. Officials discussed stallion respections, venue needs for wool samples, liquor bar bid, train services for the show, and potential show day fares, plus herd testing, prizes, and delegate actions from the recent convention.
Senator Millen announced a new peace loan by the Federal Government on the recommendation of the Federal Treasurer Watt. A prospectus will follow in a day or two. The loan amount was not stated but expected near 425 million.
A telegram from the Standard office reports possible early settlement of the maritime strike. Senator Millen announced that the Congress of Industrial Unions unanimously urged Seamen's Union branches to accept proposals addressed to J. M. Baddeley. Melbourne 25 June 1919 outlines government terms for return to work, conference with the union, and potential bonuses, with court conciliation for unresolved items. A favorable reply from the joint conference was received and a definite result was expected by tomorrow or Thursday.
Melbourne report says seamen across states meet to press for government backed conference to settle claims. They declare they will not resume work until T Walsh, secretary, is released as a condition of resuming duties.
Lieut W K DeBoos returns to Huron after four years of service and is warmly welcomed. Sgt Franklin from Goorembat comes home after years away in the war. Donald M Kevsle of Cartier street Benalla learns her husband will arrive in Victoria on August 4. Lieut Harold Wallace, son of Samuel Wallace, Birken Creek, returns after five years in Egypt and Palestine, uninjured. Fred Warren, ex Benalla East teacher, visits town and is greeted by friends. P Rebbecht learns son Philip Rebbechi returns to Anstratis Miltiades on August 4. The coincidence of Pte Rebbechi leaving for the Miltiades on August 4 is noted.
A reader from Benalla laments the cutting of riverbank grass and soil to create a channel near a new bridge. He warns floods may wash away freshly excavated ground and trees may be felled, questioning departmental actions and local response. He signs as OLD TIMER.
Mr Mossy Greene reports no current government control on cornsacks but says rising late goods costs threaten next season’s supply. Government bought 142,045 sacks. only 136,477 delivered to Australia. regulation rescinded April 4, 1919. State and Commonwealth discussCalcutta sacks for next harvest. Cabinet to decide this week.
In Benalla the junior association game drew a large crowd. Benalla led 14 points at halftime and finished 8 goals 19 behinds to Devenish's 1 goal 5 behinds, 67 to 11. Williams and Noonan starred for Benalla with solid support from Clancy, Davin, Dodd and Ambler. Allen, Cameron and Mischel led Devenish's efforts.
Benalla Juniors defeated Strathbogie in a hard fought game despite even early scoring. Benalla led by quarters with 11 to 0.2 in Q1 and finished 87 59 points over Strathbogie’s 41. Goal kickers included Unstles and Morphy with strong performances from Hanlon. In other matches Baddaginni beat Violattown 29 to 28 after a tight game. Gooram beat Barry Imperials 2.6 to 1.0, South Melbourne defeated St Kilda, Fitzroy lost to Bendigo, and Richmond topped Melbourne 0.18 to 0.76.
A Saturday 9 handicap 18 hole competition drew a strong field. Newcomer L Hiscock captured the event with a net score of 109 after a promising 18 holes. Williams posted the day’s best gross 93. Card details list players and scores including Delaney Baker Carter McKenzie Reilly and Treganowant among others.
Nominations for Benalla Racing Club officers closed with secretary A. Manto. President M. I. Findley. vice presidents G. M. Hageanuer, Jas. Knox, C. Turnbull, Dr. M Cardel. Treasurer P. Gaffney. Committee includes L. ten Brink, K. Burke, W. Burke, D. Collins, W. Crimmins, Gascoigne, H. G. Gregerson, T. Wanlow, S. Jere, J. Knox, J. W. Meadows, Dr. M Cardel, W. E. Noonan, M. O'Dea.
Aimed at root causes of unrest and hardship from strikes, the plan envisions a federal conference of manufacturers and workers. Critics link rising living costs and profiteering to labour strife, urging action to lower prices and curb exploitation. Government may empower an interstate commission to probe profiteering ties.
A detailed report from Shire Hall records a Peace Day celebration on Savusday with Mr Walker presiding. It notes expenditures totaling £139 15 8, grants expected around £30, and accounts passed for payment while suggesting sale of two Chinese lanterns to school committees.
A large audience at Rechabite hall last Thursday watched the Benalla Gymnasium Club display skills learned in under two months under Messrs Howship and Obslmers training. Boys showed proficiency on the horizontal bar, rings, parallel bars, and vaulting. The event, praised for progress and conduct, supported local charity and kept youths off the streets, with many parents present to see the club’s work and a note of gratitude to instructors.
Obituary notes the death of Mr. Matthew Lane, formerly a Melbourne area farmer, aged about 80. He was born in County Dinvrick Trylind in 1834, lived in the North Hastarn district after marriage, and left five cousins and three daughters. Burial occurred at Benalls cemetery with limited mourners present. Also reported is the death of Louis Henry Hennessy, Boer War veteran and 0fficer, widowhood noted and mourned by the family.
The death occurred at the emergency hospital Prabeat on Sunday night of Miss Emily Lennox youngest daughter of Mrs Disa Ligne of Benson Street Wallah She had not enjoyed good health since moving to Mule Hourad for a change eight months ago She was previously fairly well until Friday last when she suffered a lingering ailment and died two days later The funeral cortege will bring the remains from Melbourne today for interment in the Benails Cemetery the procession leaving the railway station after the arrival of the moon tug train.
Mr W L Keir of the Railway hotels in Glanrowan died peacefully at Foam after a period of ill health. He moved from Pongamah to Glanrowan ten years ago and previously ran hotels at Pongamah Bases Mathura and Yarsan gu. Born in Biscay WW 150 he was married to Mire Mow land in 188? The quiet man dedicated to family, his public life included farming and earlier fishing boats on local rivers. Funeral held Monday afternoon, burial at Wangaratta cemetery amid family farewells.
The article recalls E W Mulder of My bourne of Me EW, Mulder, a noted musician with the Montelpsl Band, who played years ago and left Victoria to lead a band in Queensland. He contracted malaria there, undermining his health, after hardships during an earlier absence and a broader spread of band activity.
A terse Melbourne obituary notes the passing of Toward who died after a brief illness. The message expresses regret to Balmatyam and local circles, with mentions of the deceased’s age and recent health decline.
One person died and two were hurt in a collision on Guvhing Road between Footscray and Werritee involving a car and a motorcycle. Victor Airs Findley, 18, of Fitzroy, was killed. Carl January 17, aged 9? was badly injured. Outi Hanser reportedly unhurt according to telegram.
A young woman Dora Gray faced City Court on Friday charged with stealing from Albert Hall. Police describe a late night July incident with money found on her person and attempts of assault. Committed for trial on August 1. A second note mentions boxing promoter Jack Dempsey and an offer of £200,000 for film work.
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