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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 05, 1916
Page
3
A sprawling column of wartime era notices reports price tensions on spirits, bread policy inquiries, rail and timber transport grievances, political maneuverings over hotel closing hours, and local court notes. It includes remarks on liquor pricing, bread relief prospects, railway management, and a pending Legislative Council election.
In Parliament Mr. Asquith announced a General Compulsion Bill to require military service for all men within a month of passage, with those under 18 to be drafted upon reaching 18. He noted Britain’s war effort grew to 83 divisions including dominions and a 5,000,000-strong empire force. Sir Edward Carson welcomed the measure amid national mobilization.
A meeting of the Parliamentary Labor Party after Mr. Asquith's era decided members may vote freely. It is expected only about six oppose the government bill, with roughly 30 opponents anticipated in the House, signaling easy passage into law.
A fragment lists a receipt statement for expenditures on Anzie buttons dated April 28, referencing Mimos Rene Findley and Elalo M'Con Renovipta. It also includes promotional ad copy for Woods Great Peppermint Cure for catarrh and piles, urging readers to seek the advertised remedies.
Advance indications suggest Germany will reply to Americas note with a conciliatory tone while offering limited concessions. Washington observers remain skeptical, recalling past German diplomacy that failed to meet American expectations.
An enemy aircraft reportedly dropped bombs on Deal railway station on Wednesday afternoon, causing damage to several houses. In New York, editor John Devoy of the Gaelic American was indicted for allegedly plotting with Captain von Papen to blow up a canal in Canada.
The French forces of the Meuse captured the first line of German trenches south of Douaumont on Tuesday, taking 100 prisoners. In the following days, 100 yards to 600 yards of front were seized, with a depth of 300 to 600 yards reported.
Daily Chromies quotes General Brusailoff commanding the Galician front. He predicts about eighteen months to secure an Allied victory, says Russia can endure it, notes German morale is strained, and hopes the war ends in Berlin with an Allied victoire.
The latest Ireland report is favorable and says order will be restored. Pearce Clarke and Biscolanagh, who signed the Dublin republic proclamation, were courtmartialled and shot. Mr Bitrell resigns as Ireland secretary after Asquith announces the sentence.
Fragmentary report notes sudden death of Mr John Murray, ex Premier, after a horse carriage incident near Sydney. A separate item mentions Rev. Oswald Shoman appointed locum at Wangaratta Cathedral. Army seeks quotations for 700 tons of cured hair for bedding and caddlery. A timber mill accident at Hospital Bay Tasmania fatally injures two workers.
A series of farewell gatherings in Benalla Warrenbayne and Swanpool honored local volunteers departing for active service. Private J O'Brien received a case of English pipes and a gold wristwatch. Privates Jones Heywood Briggs and others were toasted with wristlets, songs, recitations, and dances. The events praised loyalty, British traditions, and community support for servicemen.
Watts Turnbull & Co report a fair yarding of sheep with cattle slightly lighter than last market. Fat cows reach up to £14 15, bulls to £0 12/6, lambs cited around 29/7 to 40, with strong prices for prime baconers and well bid store stock. Benilla fortnightly sale notes brisk demand and buyers present for all stock classes. Next sale scheduled for next Tuesday with vendors assured of market value.
Australian Prime Minister Mr Hughes and Mrs Hughes visit Windsor Castle with King George and Queen Mary. They tour York Tower rooms, attend a luncheon, and meet the Royal Family. Queen Mary presents Mrs Hughes a crocheted garment. autographs and prints are exchanged before departure.
A garbled message details congratulatory letters for Wangaratta and Corowa clubs after a Country Rink Championship in Melbourne. It notes Mr. B Belge as captain of the winning Ballopal rink and mentions officials Mr. Humphrey and Mr. Sersh. The piece references a visit to Wangaratta and a telephone misunderstanding affecting a postponed game.
Fragments describe a health treatment advertised by the Ladies' College of Health claiming rapid help for women's troubles. Testimonies from grateful mothers are cited, and a booklet of wishes will be sent for a fee via postal order to Dept. 36 Ladions Siege of Mealthy BET Codomeree, Mal-0.
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