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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 06, 1924
Page
3
A Australian humanitarian band raised by H Partington of Sydney travels to England with government support totaling £1000. The voyage follows strong public interest in Australasian affairs and steady coverage of the expedition, while local officials report on travel arrangements and community reactions.
A historical public service piece discusses motor horn use and pedestrian safety. It argues horns warn drivers of oncoming traffic and guide pedestrians, promoting caution at street corners and stressing pedestrians should not rely on cars to brake.
A travelogue recounts a Cape Point ascent and coastal views near Simonstown, noting lighthouses, cloud formations, and a naval presence. It then shifts to a detailed agricultural survey of farms on black soil, road clay, and grey loam, describing yields, fallow practices, and the Cecil Rhodes era estate, ending with a social calendar of dances and local events.
Albury council discusses a single definite offer to supply supplementary electricity from the Morwell undertaking after consultations in Melbourne with the Victoria Electricity Commissioners. If accepted the plan may be temporary and avoid capital expenditure while Coorabin developments unfold.
The tramway strike paralyses Melbourne areas including Preston Coburg Essendon and Footscray with about 4000 workers affected. The dispute centers on a gripman who refused to train a student with police ties, drawing government criticism and causing a delayed tramways board meeting.
A reader questions the management of the Workers' Store and urges transparency from officials. The column laments post office closures and holiday disruptions, noting no mail or telegrams were processed after 10 am today and urging reliable service for the public.
Moonee Valley race results show hurdles won by Mowan, steeplechase by Wallwome, hurdle by Warwick Shive, Knoll Handicap by Sand Dune with Gunsong close, Welter won by Threefold. Protests against Thunderer were dismissed. margins included lengths and necks among photo finishes.
The article recalls Dave McNamara, famed as an undead great of early football, who began with South Melbourne in 1905 and later starred for St Kilda and Essendon. Renowned for high marks and a 107 goal season in 1902, he once kicked 90 yards and held a world record exhibition. Now retired from the sport his age and racing pursuits mark the end of an era.
The Full Court granted an order nisi to review a Myrtleford Police Court ruling over a bushel measure used by Look Brothers to pay Bailey as a hop-picker. The court upheld the defendants, but Mrs. Rosanove argued the matter should be governed by the Weights and Measures Act defining a bushel, which cannot be overridden by local custom.
Collendina station on the River Murray, a 15008 acre property nine miles from Corona and ten miles from Yarraornga, has been sold after nearly 60 years with H A Hay family. Buyer is contractor J Edward Carroll of Toronga Road. stock and plant included but some stock reserved. The property is noted for Shorthorn stud stock and Corriedale breeding.
The death of Mex Norwk Reynolds wife of railway employee Jax Reynolds occurred at Wangarutty Hospital on Thursday night after a fortnight illness. The late Mrs Reynolds aged about forty years was a daughter of Mr Glsevon of Gretn road and the late Mrs Gleeson. She leaves a bereaved family of seven children, the eldest aged sixteen, and seven brothers and five sisters.
Official returns list Graham 2101 O Leary 1793 Mesum 616 as parties claim. Debate over courthouse library highlights civic needs. O Leary cites legal delays from deputation of council members. Railway commissioners discuss footbridge delay. Sub committee proposes a 635 pound loan for a twenty day period. Yarrawonga court heard Judge Casey condemn building neglect. Bishop of Melbourne to lecture on Gotland Law in Shi Hall with M Bean presiding. Watts and Millaw report stock sale success cows best £7 10s per head horses high prices.
The evangelist Barrell Farrell spoke at the Methodist Church detailing a 28 year mission career. Born in India and West Coast roots, he worked with the Ansteam-lintin Mission, Bombay YMCA, mined as an engineer, and later joined the Mission again before turning to evangelistic work in Australia. He arrives in Wangaratta as the Evangelisation Society of Australia engages him for statewide tours.
Opening day festivities at Benalla Golf Club featured a 12 hole mixed doubles format with Mr T Clarke, Dr Walker and local officials in attendance. The event showcased practice shots and a social reception at the club house as visitors from nearby clubs observed the competition and trophy presentations.
An old advertisement presents Legal Shampoo as a palm sized hair treatment promising visible improvements. It claims benefits like stronger hair and a shiny finish and notes availability in an attractive carton and pot. The product is associated with Duerdin and Swhnahiy Bly.
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