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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 14, 1918
Page
4
A garbled OCR page reports on district news including a court case, local meetings, and community happenings. It mentions a trial with a verdict and references various individuals, places, and institutions, all rendered in dense, jumbled prose.
A curious 1920s advertisement extols Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for various kidney and back pains. It claims improvement for a reader named W. HL Dries and mentions suppliers in Sydney and Melbourne, urging readers to buy locally after viewing a posted offer.
A garbled report details an arrest near Bataclava and Longwood involving horse theft and property damage. Names and places are unclear, but authorities investigated a crime on April 28 and linked a suspect to transporting a horse to Longwood and evading police.
A chaotic OCR text describes political contention over government policy and party actions, mentioning discussions in Parliament and public figures. It reports market prices for fish and commodities, including price ranges and wholesale conditions, with references to international affairs and economic concerns. The piece mixes political maneuvering with economic notes, highlighting tensions between parties and the impact on public livelihoods.
North Winton and Be ills celebrate Albert Edward Kitson Esq direct or Geological Survey Department Gold Chast named Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. O B E F G S, Kitson received Woolaston Wand prize from the Geological Society of London for 118 years of scientific work. He contributed to Victoria's geology and surveyed the State, with research across New South Wales, Prabania, and Now and.
A review lauds Peg On My Heart as irresistibly appealing with rich humor and pathos. It notes performances in London New York and Sydney drawing large crowds and strong critical praise. The piece highlights its direct, simple dramatic style and broad audience appeal, predicting further success and strong patron support.
The roll lists several local men reported killed or wounded in action during World War I. Names include T'rivag Winton M. Lanatey and TG Trueman among others, with notes on prior service, schooling, and family casualties. Some were previously missing or wounded, and others served in the Victorian Police or military chaplaincy.
Recovering. Cph. Keith Wale reports near recovery from an illness after three weeks. A local builder offers house loans for 1 to 3 years. Fluids and medicines promoted. Geo. Hyland updates mailing address. Guido Baschi released from jail for inflammatory speeches. Rowlands Kidney tea advertised. Farmers convention slated for Colac starting July 2.
Strength and safety are claimed as the main benefits of HPAN'S LONG NERVE NUTS a remedy said to build strong nerves without narcotics or stimulants. The ad promotes a nerve food and tonics combination, packed in bottles of ten or six at a price of 17 shillings 3 pence, sent by G W Han Manufacturing Chest at 175 Cantilever Bleee, Eedney.
Mr G Neil of Violettown received a private George Redding letter from the South Light Horse. It includes a photo of Captain G Fay's grave in Palestine. Redding recalls mates at Wort Said camp and laments losses, mourning Maygar and others, noting weight loss and hard times at the front.
A collection of light anecdotes and quips about marriage, manners, and social scenes. Jokes feature a wide cast including Pollywog Wilkin Lie wife and Mrs Fitjit, along with Punch-like exchanges on shopping, courting, and etiquette, all rendered in a breezy early 20th century tone.
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