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Newspaper

Benalla Standard

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

May 15, 1903

Page

3

Woes Of A Strike Sympathiser Case Dismissed

In Police Court the case against E. dacs W. Griffiths and others for unlawful assault on Joseph Conroy a Victoria railway guard was dismissed. Witnesses described a mid afternoon clash on a railway bridge with biting and fighting before bystanders and police intervened. Conroy testified the defendants attacked and he defended himself while others claimed self defense and insult. The defence argued lack of clear evidence and the judge did not find sufficient proof to convict.

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Court records show altercation at engine sheds with Conroy

Witnesses recount a heated exchange at the engine sheds involving Conroy and Ferris. Conroy denied calling a colleague a bastard while admitting a crude remark, with both men blamed for rough conduct though not seen as serious.

Benalla Police Court Dockets May 14 1903

Proceedings list cases at Benalla Police Court with Watts Turnbull Co versus Edward Cain on promissory note interest and costs. F T Brown represents complainant seeking order for amount and costs. Blackburn Bros versus Ernest Willian concerns goods sold and delivered with orders for amount and costs. Laine versus Peter Treacy shows goods sold and delivered with costs.

Tucus Bay Evan Janus W. W.eitlithe W. Little Watts Turnbull 4 Co Cain F. T. Brown Turnbull Blackburn Bros Ernest Willian Mr. Ft, Brown Corta Laine Peter Treacy Ft, Brown Costa

Councillor Perquisites Scrutiny at Tungamah Council Meeting

At the April Tungamah Shire Council session Dr. Gilmour urged a statement of his three year council remuneration. The secretary compiled a report listing deputation, travel and president's allowance payments totaling £421 6s 8d, with total council-linked payments reaching £72 12s. Dr. Gilmour argued perquisites matched duties and that gains for others should be compared. He noted no more than his right and commented on the press coverage and value of a councillor’s hire.

Tungamah Gilmour Gilowuroo Toor Querqieisillon Dr Gilmour Muaras Ob Pmust Luzhtor

Whose fault is it in the Benalla train debate

A Benalla reader survey questions fault in a fog bound rail incident noting blame on drivers and workmen while a local kidney pill advertisement from Doan's Backache Kidney Pills dominates the page. The letter lists public blame toward authorities and references a twelve month kidney complaint with pain relief claims from the advertised remedy.

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Railway Strike News Lacks Dramatic Turn in Ongoing Standstill

Reports describe a quiet progression of the railway strike with trains from Melbourne running daily and public support for drivers. An incident near Wangaratta shows a tempers flaring of mistaken identity as a country applicant believed to be taking Mr Guest’s place, then left puzzled.

Guest Wangaratta Hin Sir Cayer Melbourne Hollis Lesters Str Mack Gippsland West Billcutt Fitaroy Irvine Jody London Jong Prnas Mensayus Teanies Leon Sal Dountey Kingstin Customia Wignalavn Morew Alara Mosnes Bowser Albury Melbouran Seymour Ube Villeinis Ab Fiinders Stroet Ingillata Bremen Dirk Dock Ballint Adelaide Express Anelers Cleanwt Stawell Muetmvie Hart Cawsey Holmes Willow Strikars Deivern Queansland Keeponder Assurlng

Train Delays and Strikes Tie Up Melbourne Line Evidence of Rail Turmoil

Reports outline a strike affecting trains from Melbourne to Benalla with engines failing for water at stations near Spencer and a late arrival at Craigieburn. Passengers note kindness from drivers and crews as crowds raise funds for workers, while police shift duties amid continued disruption and derelict rail issues in Daddaginnie.

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Returning Strikers and Government Strife Unite Rail Turmoil

Doubts linger over officials course amid red tape as returning drivers pledge to resume work. Reports cite Mr Guest urging immediate duty at once, with drivers from Wolonga returning to Benalla. sympathy grows for the government while railway unions plan further actions and countermeasures.

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Parliament debates drastic strike measures bill

The special sitting of Parliament opened Thursday to discuss the strike situation. Trial of the Strike Bill outlined by Mr Trying includes penalties up to £100 fine or a year in prison, with rights loss and ineligibility for employment. Amended by Sir Alexander Peacock, the motion to require return to work failed 68 to 30. government supporters praised, opposition condemned. The session adjourned for supper, with later debates citing government faith and party lines. The piece also notes the late Mr. Wall and reflections by Sir A Peacock and Mrs. Bowdle on his passing.

Reform League Ineineott Sherbdhge Murnourge Dolelock Trying Hisalid Lydropion Alefku Labor Alexander Peacock A. Peacock Placen Mewar Watt M‘cuigheon Fletcher Measey Heathilton M‘donald

Telegraphic Hews and Rail Strike Developments

Telegraphic news from Mernovnsa reports driver refusals and a Department response to striking workers. Trains will operate on the Trondigie line to Murten and Hope town, with services starting tomorrow. Senator Dawson denounces the Premier for the strike in a Tides Hall speech.

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Stormy Railway Strike Echoes Through Besieged Town

In a beleaguered town workers and drivers confront a lengthy railway strike. Passengers face disruption as tram and engine crew protest conditions and demand action while police and authorities brace for potential tensions. Local residents await transport stability and public safety updates amid ongoing industrial action.

Digestive Health Puzzles and Misinformation Echoes

Fragmentary reads warn against unsafe diet myths and dubious claims about digestion. It cites supposed remedies and celebrity testimonials, urging skepticism while noting potential risks to gut health and nutrition.

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