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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1925
Page
5
A parliamentary clash between Senator Guthrie of Geelong and T W Tintyns of Albany highlighted a heated session. Guthrie claimed victory by a narrow margin amid a curious exchange with telegraphic messages and a bet on poll results.
Melbourne reports £12000 loan news and a shipping delay dispute while detailing Benalla Rovers versus St James football at the Gardens. The piece covers match odds, travel plans, player lists, and recent local football association decisions with emphasis on Benalla’s season prospects and upcoming fixtures.
A reader complains about stamp licenses and postal service. The letter urges government action and accountability from the Postal Department, noting long waits at counters and hardships for local residents. The writer requests immediate consideration and relief from bureau obstructive practices.
Forty years ago Mrs 16 31 Stumney announces thik ah fntomas ta carry a the Wisinnce of toe late husband Me 8. V. Soy wills assume the sen agement. The tied stiler at the Bernat Coursing Cul was won by Mr. Thampaon’s Hyron, defeating Mr. Montford’s Gime. Nominations for the shire election were posted, with Beheard Shortell and J. G. O’Halloran among nominators. the auditor was the only nominee elected.
To the editor a reader supports Mr Tove and calls attention to the poor condition of M Kollarre street Smythe street and Barkley street near the school. Children wade through slush and parents fear health impacts, lamenting years of neglect and asking why progress is not made.
The annual Metho taist Pale fair is set for Wednesday and Thursday next, August six and seven, in the Shire Fall. It offers stalls with wheat, vegetables, fancy woods and other displays, with abundant practice items and a strong display of useful Twtngs for telintiwhotd.
The report claims a vast stamp cache with rare British issues, valued at tens of thousands, uncovered in a town. It describes a hidden hoard at a location named Brattirboro, with stamps from many nations including India and Germany. The tale blends sensational detail with vague provenance and names.
Local updates mix labor strife with community notices across towns Mor, Dookie, Goornambat, Swanpool and Thoona. Reports cover shipowner labor tensions, government policy on Navigation Act, a fatal woodcutter accident near Calup, Red Cross loans drive, church and hall rebuilds, and rural society events amid economic strain.
The Commonwealth Government urges citizens to convert bonds into the new Conversion Loan. Those holding the first four loans can exchange for the new issue with 1 percent free from federal and state taxes, while others may apply for a tax‑free 2 percent offer. Applications available at banks, post offices, or via money orders across Australia.
A scanned notice lists Hodder and Staughton through their Australian representatives as publishing a range of works. It notes titles by RU Cohen and others including a humorous tale and a science text. The item references translations, readers, and a mixed catalog of novels and educational volumes.
The Vietnam and Riverina Agency for Tym Tractors is taken over by Tent glon delivery of new machinery. Dupicate parts stock is secured as the agent for MIDCHEDLL & CO Agricultural Supplement Makers. George Cumming Devenish.
The Winto Queen carnival proceeds with four selected queens including Miss Ashmead and Miss Gardiner as the event aims to raise funds for the fonds. A farewell social for Miss M. Walsh prior to departing for Poora is planned, plus a Yarravongga meeting on Monday evening. Dr Connell presided at the Yarrawonga shire council termination of the last piece in the district. Over 50 local members declined, while Mr Uiberekly plans a visit to form a local branch for the Royal Automobile Club. First aid for coughs and influenza promoted.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions multiple names and terms like tumor cancer appendicitis and a monthly consultation plan at a hotel. It references BROKEN RIVER HOTEL and a next visit date PRODAY with scattered wording.
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