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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1917
Page
4
Fragmentary correspondence discusses water levels, river safety, and concerns about flooding. Mentions Benalla, spring flood risk, and potential action if the river rises. References Chas. Bo Retvidge and local figures in a dated, scribbled exchange.
A fragmented passage cites widespread worries among workers about health, wages, and job stability. It mentions specific names and places in a period-voice style, noting rising strains on employment and related social issues without graphic detail.
The district reports the death of Patricke Dunphy of Walladiliingongy at 25 after a long illness. Reports touch on returning soldiers, local workers, police court cases, and a flood affecting hundreds. Notable items include Harold Weston’s watch presentation, Militia news, bank retirements, and a string of deaths and civic notices across Wangaratta and Yarriwo ng.
All applicants for war loan bonds who have paid their instalments and those paying in full for the 4th issue must obtain the relevant bond from the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. Receipts and receipts for instalments must accompany applications. Bonds may be collected in person, via bank, or by registered post.
The returning officer announced 32,708 electors on the Indi roll, 29,277 voting (about 90 percent). Darylson declared the result, praising the voters and the administration, while Messrs Leckle and Moloney thanked supporters and commented on wartime conditions and voluntary service influencing politics.
In a heated session, Sle W. Trince faces verbal assaults as opponents claim the result shows a want of confidence in Labor policy. The speaker asserts the election centered on non political issues, cites past figures, and praises official Darlison for fair leadership. The motion passes amid applause.
Royal Pictures announces the opening night on Wednesday June 20 with a moving picture of the manager O J Herschel during the opening performance. Five pictures form the program headlined by My Old Dad with Ofelia Chaplin, plus comedies and a special music program. A box plan will reserve seats, showtime starts at 8 pm with doors at 7 10 pm.
In a case before Mr. J Pennofather, Donald Breuco of Kava was charged with possessing opossums contrary to the Game Act. He claimed ignorance of protection status. Constable Connors testified complaints of poison bait near Karn and that Breuco admitted trapping opossums. An amicus curiae urged strict reading of knowingly, but the court fined 26.
Items report ongoing wheat stacker strikes at Goulong leading to discontinuation of a waiting wheat shipment. Authorities plan July 1 changes including three policewoman appointments and railway charge revisions to raise revenue. Other notes include Willard buying a prize chequebook, flood damage near Murray, Betting Tax Act regulations, and parliamentary moves on public service exams for expeditionary forces.
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