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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 06, 1917
Page
3
Notices in this issue report F W Spriggs taking over the Benalla Hatchery at the Bridge and Smythe streets intersection, promising renewed business standards after a thorough reno. Also covered are local political campaign notes, a soldier letter about conscription, and a drowning death inquiry at Devenish with burial details.
Benalls Shire Council discussed a report by Sanitary Inspector Roche on a typhoid outbreak in Gomr Ambal and considered early steps to establish sanitary services. Debate covered which townships needed by laws, costs, enforcement, and revenue, with Devebieh Goorambat and Radda glaule to be included.
Secretary salary 250 pounds and other allowances totaling 317 pounds. Treasurer 16 pounds. Secretary and treasurer combined pay 317 pounds plus rates and commissions. Health Office 100 pounds. Caretaker 100 pounds. Outside work 716 pounds. Nuisances and public works under by laws. Devenish 70 pounds 4 shillings. Lontowag 21 shillings 100.
London dispatch reports British troops penetrating enemy trenches south of Nowvvon between the Isere and Aisne, with heavy artillery duels south of the Est railway. Bombing sorties targeted Crescans powder works and other targets as authorities indicate a possible extension of the front toward Sailly-sur-Sane.
Italian forces repelled a German assault east of Gorizia after a violent bombardment. The enemy attacked the Italian line but failed to break through, sustaining heavy losses according to a Review offset report.
A Russian official statement claims Persian detachments attacked toward Bidjar, with forces occupying Bodtills south and capturing Hamada on Frisiny. The report presents a terse military progress update amid the Eastern Front theater.
The War Minister at Hoidstrag claimed German prisoners were mistreated and forced to work in the ammunition plants. He said France rejected German offers and that no reply came to the note. French authorities say Germany did not respond to the note and did not permit an American ambassador member to visit prisoners or halt use of prisoners.
The Admiralty reports a destroyer sunk with all hands in the sea on March 1. Pariy’s correspondent cites Le Matin with comments on unrest in the submarine service and a German plan to attack toward Calais to ease entry of motorized units into the English Channel and cut Anglo French losses.
Vancouver dispatch reports the Senate lapsing into a short session Saturday to pass the president’s request for armed neutrality. The action comes after a 24 hour congressional meeting and extends wartime powers to protect the United States while remaining neutral.
At a Benalla Shire Council meeting the Glenrowan quarry issue was discussed. Officials reported stoppages and supply problems with railway trucks and coal, with calls to petition the Railway Commission or write to the Minister. Opinions varied on whether to urge action now or wait for ministerial oversight.
A Victorian style notice advertises a DIY cough remedy promising a pint of quality relief for coughs colds and throat problems. It explains mixing seven pence worth of Hean's Essence with water and sugar with reference to Sir Rider Haggard who plans to take the essence to Australia and review it on return. The text notes Hean's Essence is obtainable from leading chemists and stores.
Crowds filled Holy Trinity Church for a memorial service honoring Sister Hilde M Knox who died in London on February 17. The service featured draped altars and a Red Cross badge, with choral anthems and a solo by Miss Edwards. Rev P J Kelwards praised her courage and devotion, noting her nursing service since 1914 and her sacrifice for country and family, as her brothers enlisted and she continued to serve until her death.
At the trooing of the Asetis Shire Council the president announced the secretary Knox had lost a daughter and a son. Members moved two months paid absence on full pay, supported by several directors. The motion passed unanimously as Knox thanked the council for their kindness.
Sensational developments surge as Senator Randy resigns and Werle, expelled from the Labor Party, is appointed in Tasmania. NSW Senator Watson accuses Givens, Pearse, and Hughes of bribery attempts, denying them. A Royal Commission was defeated 35 to 18. Prolonging Parliament’s life failed 34 to 17, with the Government withdrawing the proposals for an early election.
A February 22 social in Sims South honored Private W. J. Beans recently returned from active service. Mr. T. Wilcock chaired as guests danced and sang. Local residents presented a traveling bag in gratitude for services to the Empire. Speeches by E. Stow and W. Warren followed, and the evening closed after supper and music.
At a Bonalls Shire Council meeting engineer Juffrey outlined the Lima South bridge destruction and discussed a new high level composite truss option versus a low level bridge about 100 feet long. The council debated funding, with Tatong riding interest and several speakers arguing over costs and priority, ending with a failed motion to call tenders.
The Benalla Shire Council held a lengthy session detailing numerous department updates and proposed works. Attendees included public health, labour, and road board officials. discussions covered thistle control, railway and telephony issues, bridge repairs, and road improvements with scattered approvals and deferments.
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