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Newspaper

Benalla Standard

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

May 14, 1918

Page

3

Plea of Arayle and Warne Ranines Easement Debate

A long local report covers council discussions on water rights and land easements in Wangaratta Shire. It notes applications to the Lands Department for an easement on Mrs Gilbert's land to access water from a spring for municipal use, with conditions on water above a fixed level. It also mentions a joint council meeting urging support and representations to secure the easement.

Arayle Kant Prahien Qontenant Wangaratta Knox Onalla Satan Gi. Uorv Department of Lauda Gilbert Benson Betll Council Lands Department Soniorstarars Aveicultural Societies of Victoria Vona Decletion Eller Royal Agricultural Society Gve Couneil of Agricultural Education Eudotary Ab Tve

French Repulse German Attack on Western Front

A French communique reports a fairly violent bombardment west of Mailly and Romilly along the front. It notes German attack near Gevillers Sora met with heavy fire, calling for counterblasts and prisoner captures. An active artillery duel persists on the right of the Meuse near Catleend Wood and Leslambrettos sector.

Cermans Br Revien Eaga Mailly Rolnvul Joeliene Qevillers Sora Sasiovaloss Thenemy Pri Banter Catrleend Wood Leslambrettos

Benalla Records New Flood Rainfall Since 1883

A historic rainfall record at Benalla shows an extreme flood event surpassing prior benchmarks since 1883. The report highlights the sea of rainfall measurements, noting unprecedented totals and the long term record set during the latest storm. Authorities warn of affected districts and potential follow up data releases.

Benalla

Recapture of Crivesnes Seereeee Ronter at Keenoh HQ

A report from Keenoh HQ describes the recapture of part of Grivesnes as French forces held the southern end of the Park and Chateau of Grivesne after April battles. They claim 280 prisoners and 60 machine guns taken within a quarter hour, with German efforts unlikely to push toward Ammons along the Lin er Valley. A Reuters dispatch and German claim note air and artillery activity and anti aircraft actions amid quiet on the British Front.

Seereeee Ronter Keenoh Grivesnes Saya Grivesne Bell Uhe

Italian Front: Austrians Claim Victory at Mont Keorno

London dispatch reports Austrian gains along the Italian front with counter attacks overcoming Allied positions near Mont Keorno, while official sources warn that further action is anticipated as patrols clash and reinforcements move to the area.

Avemnaury Jy Wikies Pores London Sanday Au Avstelat Reput Mont Keorno

Russian Situation and German Demand for Order

A garbled report describes resistance across Ukraine border and German influence. It mentions Russian forces along the Don and a push by German troops toward Moscow, with threats of occupation if order is not restored.

Couwell Mamaw Hay Ukraine Germany Bronos Moscow Olive

May Day in Russia Free Ex-Ministers Realeased

London May Day reports say many political and criminal prisoners were released in Russia celebration. Ex War Minister Mo Sokhom and other former ministers of Romatovl and Kazhnaky regimes were freed except those charged with high treason or exaltment.

London Sapday Reuter Moscow Privontre Mo Sokhomlinolf Kazhnaky Pmh

War era notes and ship launches cited in newspaper digest

A compact digest reports on parliamentary upheaval and military writs, including a minister’s resignation, retired pay, and parliamentary debates. It notes the launch of three large ships in the same day in Amerley, Italian forces in support of General Vocha, and Allied air and naval actions in Europe with casualties and strategic movements.

Tsis Equeca Loliefal Ministons Home of Commons Lloyd Coorge Coupell Hay Moarlge Amerley Atoe Washington Voch Avcan Wnd Uboy la Clytte Yooemresse Lye Japan America U.S.A Moelhoutas Amoen Lillard Hay Montdidivr Privonern France Kaluor Higdonborg Tuninanta Roumanta Ly Remei Mancheater Creatoy Germany Thaly Fom & Iyylon

Floods Ravage Town as River Rises to Record Levels

Widespread inundation hit the town as persistent rain swelled the river beyond prior records. Water engulfed showgrounds, gardens, tennis courts, and roads, with the bank threatened and mains at risk. Residents faced school and shop disruptions while authorities monitored flood marks and prepared for further rises.

Flood Damage After Nighttime Inundation Alarms Town

Floodwaters swept through Arundel and surrounding areas in September as the Hood descended at night. Homes, bakeries, and gardens were inundated with water reaching several feet in places. Residents moved to safety while bakers Mr Westhull and Mr Thomson faced losses and repair costs. Damage extended to shops, sheds, and furniture, with several streets and private dwellings affected by the rising tide.

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Yarrawonga Damaged Delays Train Service Tomorrow

Damaged Yarrawonga dam prevents train services until tomorrow. Flooding washed away the fine haw and ballast spurting morning delays. Officials estimate repairs near Lomorram will restore traffic after a lengthy setback. Dar resolve expected from Ohwlateam to pass through about ten aboardn.

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Inland turmoil and flood woes haunt 1916 news

The era reports floods and disruption across towns like Euroa and Huron with water rising, bridges washed, and transport affected. Passengers recalled Melburny air fog events, while Bishop Armstrong received medical care after a sudden collapse. Children's cough remedies and local notices appear amid the confusion.

Golf Results and League Football Scores Reported

The report covers Saturday golf at Bonally Oaks with walkers Walker and B Carter leading men and Mes King top among women, scoring 42 and 47 respectively. It also lists AFL style league football results from Melbourne matches with Collingwood, St Kilda, South Melbourne, Geelong and Richmond all recording wins.

Sipmore Thirtern Walker I B. Carter Mes. King Mev Cogsnowan Atuetoi Melbourne Collingswood Carlton St. Kilda Fitzroy South Mole Euro Geelong Richiond Essendon

Parcels for Soldiers Warn Australians on UK Post Rules

The Defence Ministry stated that during January 236435 parcels were sent from Australia to France for ALF members, with 97 percent delivered. UK postal limits cap weight at 7 pounds for civilian to France, causing misrouting if sent to a civilian UK address. Australia is urged to direct parcels to the Australian Army Post Office, with mail to soldiers handled by the Australian Army Postal Service, while civilians should not rely on UK addresses.

Minister of Defence ALF London Australia France United Kingdom ATF Hirnugh Australia Baka Australia Baka Post-office Ty Tondon Avon Australis Alvit Ul Atralian Army Postal Service Brlitkhetvisian Malin Unu Adaline Shaw Post

Dookie College Principal Reports April Conditions

The Dookie College principal notes April weather favorable for the North and good land for germination. About 17 acres sown with seven bevy plots. livestock healthy, milk production steady, and pigs approaching markets. Field experiments and land preparation progress well, with multiple crop varieties and wheat trials underway.

Tarihinis Fuw Dwyn Picath Tonaly Haywin Tuwmlag Sydney H.pyw Duckie Commonwealth

Sudden Death on Golf Links at Yarrawonga

In a startling incident on a Saturday round at the Yarrawonga golf links Mrs. Ewing wife of Mr. Hirley proprietor of Yarrawonga Chronicle collapsed suddenly while playing with her partner Town'd goon. Her husband advised rest and she then fell ill and died of heart failure on the course. The event drew condolences from those present and observers of the game.

Mra. Ewing Hirley Yarrawonga Yarrawong Diay Aurow

Return of Trooper Louis Hyland from the Great War

Trooper Louis Hyland 2nd Australian Mounted Brigade returns to Benalla after four years of service in World War I and the Boer War. He is greeted by a large crowd at the railway station and celebrated at his mother’s residence with addresses from local leaders. A public welcome is planned for the 27th with Lieut General Godley endorsing his wartime record and service in the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.

Louly Hyland Benalla Oy Benalla Huinar B. Briggs Hyland Wits Roy A. Edwards Geners Godley New Zealand Army Corpa Pete Monitoriung Vail Etiuieutlye Aves. Gene Stewt New, Zealand

Lurg Notes Reflect Community Events and Local Ills

The item records a cushion auction raising £5 10s for the Red Cross, notes two Gardeners children ill with typhoid fever, and mentions a memorial service and weather disruptions. It references Lurg State School Patriotic Four funds reaching £87 15s, with local residents hospitalized and a flood impact spanning Friday to Monday.

Miu B. Mnwun Farmore Union Mist Hislo Gardivur Red Crows Lurg Elaio Mawor Rey Gardiner Gardiner Childean Raja Ulelar Gunner Grant Lewis Pune Argeant

Fragmented OCR Puzzle Chronicle From A Murky Text

A garbled OCR passage hints at a chaotic scene with fractured names and phrases. It mentions money, dates, and ambiguous events, but lacks clear subjects or actions. The readable fragments imply a discussion of time, New York, and distorted dialogue without coherent narrative or outcomes.

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