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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1918
Page
3
London dispatch reports the German offensive on the Western Front is held up with comparatively quiet conditions. An enemy failure is claimed as rivers Oise and Somme move, while Allied lines hold firm against the thrusts near the positions.
Telegrams report an Austrian offensive against Italy on a 190 mile front begun on the Adage Plateau. The British engaged, the left front was penetrated up to 2500 yards to a depth of 1000 yards. Italian defense held with flu resistance and inflicted heavy losses on the attackers.
A British-Sention official report says the pocket on the British front was cleared at night and in the early morning. We established our front line, took over 350 prisoners, captured two mountain guns and many machine guns. Heavy fighting continues along the Piave, Montebvelto heights, and the Brenta valley.
The Battle ContinuTO ME reports intense conflict with enemy pressure at all points from the Axis coast to the sea. French lines resist firmly, with strong demonstrations and local counterattacks. Paris notes the Austrian assault on the French front in Italy from June 15 was repelled and positions held.
Review of expert estimates indicates about fifty Austrian divisions took part in the offensive against Italy. Analysts note the Italian army was unsettled while Austrian artillery strength appears to have improved since earlier operations.
A battle described as in progress Saturday reports Italian and allied forces repelling intense artillery fire. The defense is reported to have held positions in the eastern sector with the enemy routed toward original lines, while claiming 3,000 prisoners.
An official wartime bulletin reports Austrian forces crossed the Piave river and captured thousands of prisoners. The communication claims heavy fighting across seven communities with significant enemy advances and large prisoner totals.
The Nall yearly meeting of the Ovens and Murray district was held at Yarrewonga on Wednesday. Debate covered Sipata treatment, pooling funds, and Unity Oddfellows support. Nominations for Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master were presented, with several candidates listed from Brow, Yarrewongs, Moyo, Moira, Junction, Pomons, Bonalla, and Prince of Wales.
The Benalla Shire Council met at the Municipal Chambers with Drs. Dunlop as president and a long list of councillors. The meeting covered correspondence from Victorian Railways Lands Department State Rivers and Water Supply Board and local matters including road repairs water supply and repatriation land issues, with reports on finance and impending works and committee appointments.
Roll of Honor lists several servicemen with places and dates. Major Alan Jarvis of Meochworth died of wounds on June 6. Lieut G B Service of Shapparton East killed in action March 30. Corporal W P Hogan of Cantambo killed in action May 14. Private 1 Dick of Cantambo died of wounds May 17. Frank G Feaver of Bonalta Worl wounded for second time. father received news Friday. Gannon W Watson Whitfield noted for third wound. others listed as wounded or missing.
A meeting of farmers and graziers will be held today at the Benalla Corporation Yards in line with the Federal Government price fixing program. A special train will convey Minister for Pricing, Huganst Hat, to Canberra on Thursday to protest normal life price fixation of phone fees amid the deputation.
On Wednesday 19 June a special service departs Wortaoeday at 10.15 am for Bonalla Murox A260 Seymour and Mule bourne arriving 3:35 pm. Intermediate rations provided. Return trip on Thursday 20 June from Mel bourney at 5:18 pm. A Special Train continues from Ber Dalley Yarrawonge on Thursday night with holiday excursion fares from all stations.
A Benalla Agricultural Pastoral Society gathering at Municipal Chambers featured welcome to Moodie after a lengthy list of attendees led by President Staudinh. The minutes record society activities, prizes, fundraising for Mounts welfare, balloon ascent, fencing projects, and plans for a forthcoming show at Goorambat with 30 windents on call and department approval sought.
A district plan for a joint event involving Bonalla Wangarstts and Mansfield High Schools featured football basketball and tonula matches. Mansfield visitors arrived by motor coach with delays. Wan garatta and Mansfield athletes took part, while organizers provided refreshments with community support.
Wangaratta defeated Wenalla in a hard fought football match, with key scorers Keady and Hana shining for Wangaratta and Eamonn belrye for Wenalla. Despite injuries and sloppy stretches, Wangaratta led 41 to 24 at halftime and held on to win by a clear margin as both teams created chances and contested the mid game, with notable runs by Keady, Roberts, and Hana.
The article recalls a basketball game between Benalla and Wangaratta with final scores and player names. It notes Benalla Mansfield and Wangaratta details, highlights a strong fast break, and mentions key players such as Mime Belly M Kenele Annin Jamming and Maggie Bigwaci, with overall scoring 62 points for the victors.
A fragmented 19th century notice discusses a Benovolent appeal regarding the Benchworth consulate homes and an oxygen issue. It mentions charges, drafts, and alleged relief efforts tied to robs and flames, with medical and printing references intertwined in a murky legal-technical summary.
An emotional welcome home event honors a returning soldier amid a large local gathering. The ceremony features speeches, musical performances, and decorations by a women’s committee, with residents expressing deep gratitude for the serviceman’s World War I service and sacrifices.
A garbled OCR fragment mixes names, places, and random phrases about golf and events. Readable elements include scattered person names and vague references. no clear event, date, or outcome emerges for a coherent summary.
A sweeping items page notes the death of Sir Charlon Suhuston, 73, as well as varied reports on railway policy, a major diamond theft, agricultural shifts, and industrial plans. Additional entries cover weathering finances of England’s dairy supply, education reforms, and new tech like mining gear. The mix preserves era tone with numerous named places, people, and numbers.
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