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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1909
Page
4
A Sunday night event in Melbourne devolved into a chaotic scene with crowds, disorder, injuries, and an onlookers’ scramble. Police and stewards struggled to restore order as guests fled, with reports noting damaged lighting, overturned displays, and a flurry of activity around the venue.
A large attendance gathered on the 20th al as President Burns presided. After initial business, two new neighbors were enrolled and a social gathering followed. Notes mention a future hotel event and discussions on industrial topics amid limited details. Mrs Harker and Mr Fins are named in connection with upcoming activities and roles within the working class community. The report recalls a hospital visit and a local clothing incident involving two residents.
A large audience attended the Labor Ball on Tuesday evening at the Town Hall. Mr Maloney led a lively address defending Labor principles while criticizing opponents and urging unity, with notable mentions of Deakin and the press. The event featured speeches by party figures, music by Masters Band, and a strong emphasis on political strategy and party loyalty.
The St Taine coursing meeting was held on Monday under favorable weather. Attendance was fair with several notable performances including Hunting Gil and Cynthia Th. The final featured Cynthia Th beating Tutte for a win, with others like Runaway Girl and Ancie Botha achieving victories. The Royal Hotel post-event gathering saw speeches by presidents and local dignitaries, with toasts and donations recorded.
Benalla Water Trust finances show £207 11s owed for December 1905 with recovery steps. Town water main works proposed in Pem kine Parade toward the railway, costs estimated per foot, with repairs by local firms and an updated meter of water delivery for the past four weeks. Authorities approved payment to several suppliers. engineering notes report daily water output figures and pipe lay specifications, plus a debate over future street works and water service arrangements in Benalla.
The Tunigamal society reports Shine Cornet! winning praise at a Tuesday gathering with a lineup of officers and attendees. Public works matters dominate the correspondence including road frontages, boundary repairs, and health orders amid concerns over pulmonary disease and school attendance. Department notes cover finances, rate collections, and upcoming improvements, with specific road and park projects planned to bolster travel and city amenities.
At Beechworth Supreme Court on a Wednesday, before Mr Justice Cusson, William Willcox and James A. Mitchell pleaded guilty to stealing gold from the Great Southern Consols Mining Company at Rutherton on May 10. Willcox, aged 17, sought First Offenders' Act relief. others were remanded for sentence. Separate pleas: William Soloton and Charles Stone pleaded guilty to breaking and entering A. R. Prichard’s dwelling at Baddwinggie and were remanded for sentence. Godfrey Robinson, Charles J. Robinson and John Musselwhite charged with breaking into W. Chambers’ house at North Barwon and stealing money. Godfrey pleaded guilty and the other two pleaded guilty to receiving. Sentences awaited. In Kelty v. Kelly the judge declined a decree nisi pending further desertion evidence.
Oddities in a region dog racing event at Benalla featured a crowded grandstand. The show highlighted prize pools, numerous dogs, and key officials including My, Shipty Aidsiie and J. Noonan. Results listed several winners with purses noted and a tight schedule kept through the day.
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