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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 09, 1919
Page
3
A discussion notes potential for domestic production to meet internal needs and expand exports as Imperial Government begins recognizing preferential trade. The piece highlights small policy changes, the prospect of broader tariff reforms across dominions, and the possible evolution of Britain’s tariff within a few years.
Moet Momra and Hoynted of the Wangaratts racing stables bought the recent saley of yearla ney and the Duke of Molton from Leobos by Linacre. The Wangaratta group acted amid a cold spell as the season opened with brisk bidding and new owners taking interest in the stock.
The Premier Mr. Lawson received a copy of the main features of the Peace Treaty. Germany to renounce non European territory and disarm, surrender the Kaiser for trial, supply coal to France and Italy for ten years, build shipping for the Allies, and pay £1,000,000,000 by May 1921 with £4,000,000,000 later. Germany agrees to sign but declines indemnity payments. China also refuses to sign over Shangtung to Japan.
Attendees at Fire Brigade Hall on Wodane day evening backed a plan to raise about £1,000 for a soldiers memorial building in Beaulta. A marble slab and monument options were debated, with funds to support a club room, pictures, and a potential public memorial in gardens. Officials were elected and the group planned further meetings to advance the project and potential government grants.
A resident letter urges Barkly area officials to clean and scower street drains after a warm day. The writer, signing as Abe, warns that clogged drainage becomes breeding grounds for pests and could trigger a broader epidemic if not addressed promptly.
Melbourne reporters describe a Fitzroy raid where detectives seized six men Fred Thorpe Edward Whiting Henry Slater Walter Randall Henry Renkle and Patrick M Mahon and another man Arthur Lacey. In the first house police found two loaded revolvers and a gun. Thorpe and Slater face wounding and intent to murder charges in a Cardipan Street shooting on Tuesday. Whiting is accused of occupying a house frequented by thieves. the others face vagrancy charges.
Senior Constable James of Werri bee is found on the railway line with his right arm severed and his left arm badly damaged. He is hospitalized in a dangerous condition awaiting medical care and further assessment.
Fremantle wharf laborers dispute ends as Nationalists retire from the wharves in the interests of the community. Jumpers signal willingness to work and tension subsides, leaving the scene quiet.
Frank Darcey, famed Sydney boxer and brother of the late Les Darcy, died today in Sydney from influenza, ending a noted ring career and broadcasting era in Australian boxing.
The death occurred Tuesday night of Mrs. Archibald Dunlop widow of the late Archibald Dunlop of Stewarton Dowowused. She died after a failing health and a brief illness. Relatives and many friends expressed sympathy. Her husband died in 1916 and she leaves four daughters and two sons in arms at the front. The mortuary arrangements were by Mr. Abbott and the service by Rev A G McConway.
Mr War, McDonald, Alter wa sunesn at seven months Mey Wm M'Dynald, well known cashdunt of Yarravunga, died Monday. He was of age and served as guard OF age, WAR natment Benalls, a prominent figure in local institutions. His widow nee of the old mambera of tha Yarea, Wong Fire Brigady, notes his long health decline led to stepping back from active roles after years as sea tevant for the area.
A garbled item mentions Mr. Geo. Lee in the Exhibition Building Melbourne on the 26th alt of Mr. Guo Lee from inttasnes Me. Longtime resident of Bonalla, he was a conch painter by trade.
Mrs Worm Aanthyr, formerly Mrs Coulter, was killed in Melbourne en route home. The remains were sent to Benalla for interment, with the cortege to pass St Joseph's church Arindel Street at 2 pm today.
W Mellor of Boually denies a rumor that he wrote to the Railways Commissioner complaining about a plantate wife of a railway employee adopting engyemonte. He challenges anyone to prove he wrote or knew of such a letter being written. Dated May 7th, 1900.
A wedding took place on Wednesday evening April 16 at St Thomas Church of England Benendon. Henry Mookle Wilson of Darendon and Alicia Beat of Bakersley married in a formal ceremony officiated by the Reverend Baylin. The bride wore cream gown and hat with bouquet, bridesmaids wore grey and black, portieres and flowers. After the ceremony the couple and party traveled to the bride’s parents for a breakfast in pink decor with cosmos, toasts, and a display of courtly hospitality.
District reports mark the 70th birthday of J Tageam JP known as the Grand Old Man of Beechworth honored at Ovens District Hospital funders’ gathering and a separate event for Ovens Benevolence Asylum president Mr Rowe. A death at the Leong Din Telat hospital and a carious set of local notes follow including a resignation from Eurow Shire Council and a curious tale of two girls catching fish after drying.
The Wangaratta Shire Council and Borough sign a combined memorial at a site to honor soldiers who enlisted from Wangaratta and Oxley Shire and Wangaratta Borough. Engineer cites cost around £400 for the memorial. Court case notes fines for selling apples with codling moth and for give or show of illicit goods.
Private Allison and Private Murphy returned from the crash of Wit and were warmly welcomed home Friday in Swappitalum. A large audience decorated the hall with Union Jack flags and flowers. Local officials presided and spoke of duty, thanking the pair for their service. The crowd sang, recited pieces were performed, and the evening closed with a dance.
A muddled local notice discusses the Tatong developmental road near Swanpool and the Broline River line, urging Tatong Tavong and Toombullap residents to voice a preferred plan. It mentions council involvement and warns of potential delays if the road project stalls, aiming to unite ratepayers on a single route.
A garbled OCR style exchange references THOS F HARRISON and a May date. The text discusses political accusations, personal loyalties, public meetings, and calls for sending copies of revolution writings to Country Roads Board. Names include THOS F HARRISON and Lughill, with mentions of a Tetong meeting and various unnamed officials.
The market shows varied activity with sheep, pigs and cattle trading. Strong demand for certain pigs and cows contrasts with lighter sales for some lambs and sheep. prices for best cows reach around 14 2/0 to 11 10, pigs and calves showing cautious but steady bidding.
Fragmented OCR note outlines a chaotic tale with references to a cure, travels, and unusual phrases. It mentions places like VA and city names, plus jumbled terms suggesting a medical or experimental claim. Readers encounter scattered tangents, possible dates or costs, and unclear individuals, offering a puzzle rather than a clear report.
An examination summons reports a legal action involving Kafora Mowera Gov J Walker Guo Dunlop and Ay J Qappy J C in Davanish on Bulrusry 1. Me Qs M Namaca Uy seeks payment of 24 15/8 and 118 in compliance with a tax claim. Jurisdictional witnesses and early adjournments are noted, with discussion of land transfer and old age pension context.
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