16 May 1911
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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 16, 1911
Page
1
In Newcastle a young man who quarreled with his sweetheart vowed murder. He bought a pistol but lacked proper cartridges. A gunsmith’s deception left him with central fire rounds unusable for a pin fire revolver. The attempt failed. the cartridge remained unused, yet the intent was proven and he received ten years penal servitude.
A discussion on the wife as a valuable commercial partner to her husband highlighting how home elegance, tact, and moral courage bolster a man’s finances. It argues a healthy home life, weekend respite, and emotional support stabilize business during crises, shaping children’s development and the family’s future.
A long guide urges young women to value listening and tact over incessant chatter. It warns that talkative tones offend and that true charm comes from modesty, empathy, and natural individuality. It advises avoiding sarcasm and wit at a friend’s expense to win friends and popularity.
A young man with a buttonhole bouquet sits beside a motherly old lady on a tram. She questions him about artificial flowers, salt water, vinegar, and manners, prompting his withdrawal. The basket spills cherries as she accuses him of rudeness and proclaims social equality.
A fragmented moralizing column urges women to avoid laziness and heavy rich foods, linking sloth to aging and a pasty complexion. It argues indigestible meals upset the skin, stresses temper impacts appetite, and advocates simple, fresh fruits and vegetables for better digestion and skin health.
The piece condemns marriages formed for money or convenience, warning that rushed unions burdened by misaligned expectations fail when debts rise. It argues both spouses must share vision and restraint, or risk discord if the husband dominates or the wife ignores household economy.
A string of village quips and misread lines unfolds. A croeer's lad from a shire demands payment for goods already delivered, while a woman named Griggs offers to settle. Neighbors mock grammar, hats, and photographs in a series of biting exchanges.
A guide to headache causes and cautions. Forehead pressure with dizziness or appetite loss signals stomach disorder, hunger cure advised. Violent forehead pain with fever needs a physician. Persistent head pain hints lung issue. one-sided pain indicates nervous prostration best treated by rest. Top head heaviness suggests mental strain. Intermittent diffuse pain implies rheumatic “cold.” For ordinary headaches drink lemon juice in water with salt to aid digestion.
In a comic exchange, Winkle notes late arrival and plans for Hall Columbia, while Mrs Kentish worries about debt. Mr Kentish laments inability to sink deeper, claiming it. A Philadelphia hospital tale follows with a name mix and a grateful patient. A mystery letter without signature puzzles Teeple as Stuper notes the sender likely knows him.
The famous pillar at St Ni caise church near Rhelms trembles when one bell in the adjacent tower is rung or touched. The top sways about seven inches each side while the base remains fixed. An authority notes no satisfactory explanation. In 1775 a roof window and two water glasses tested the effect. the pillar swayed and the glasses fell at the fifth stroke, yet other bells show no impact.
A shepherd Robert Snelgrove lived with his dog Captain until the squire and his daughter Florence visited. The child found the dog had an injured foot and rushed to help, lighting a fire and bathing the wound with her handkerchief. She tended Captain daily and his health improved through her care.
A draper’s counter scene unfolds as two polished women warn a clerk that one sister is a confirmed kleptomaniac. The man watches closely but no theft occurs. After a twist, he learns the other sister stole silk and face cards while he kept watch. He quips about being fooled.
A humorous dialogue outlines a minister's focus on time, with a weary Mr De Goode and banter about exercise, golf, and a mowing lawn. A New Orleans servant recounts a turkey tale about a fence tree roosting turkey and rent.
A discussion on dressing for dinner notes that changing into clean clothes promotes personal comfort, dignity, and better digestion. The Lancet is cited on the bracing effect of attire, suggesting even laborers may benefit from evening wear to refresh after toil and brighten the day’s end.
A dog and a parrot in a yard share a surprising teamwork tale. The parrot calls and the dog noses the cage door open, then both reach the side gate and push it open to escape into the front yard, showing an unexpected alliance.
Local items list the Cocoanut Ohio soap and cookie products alongside olive oil and horse clippers. Shipping notices mention posts and rails, with small trades or catalog additions noted for the season.
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