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Newspaper

Benalla Standard

Location

Benalla, Victoria, Australia

Date

May 17, 1918

Page

3

Rowville notes and stage tale amid wartime reports

Victorian Railways chief replies to shire secretary over demurrage at Goo rambat finding trucks loaded at Glenrowan on Feb 20 and delivered by Feb 27 but not discharged until 1 p m. He cannot waive the demurrer and requests council input on settlement. Also notes Holy Trinity Sunday School successes and an itinerary recruiting band visit plan, with local committee formation and transport concerns.

Gianrowan Molomby Victorian Railways Hay Knox Goorambat Glenrowan Heras Hien Senoot Holy Trinity Sunday School Willa Connolly Arthur Boles Fred. Murphy Nellie Wilson Wm. Robertson Receittixa Laird Pee O' My Vandaville Michael Toy Pex O Moses J N. Tait Shire-hall Peg United States England Chichesters Abe Dropa Trisha Lionel Walsh Messra J Victor Say National Basic Ibis Phosara Micha Lalor Waggarandall Willie Tew Bridgestreet Bouulla Chios M'Carthy Father O'Sulliven Mar Griffin Mahony Duggan Madden Roe Beechworth Yarrawonga Grillio Chiltern Hworth Ray Gofly Marong Benalla Pennefather P.M

Obituary notices from Stanley residents

Obituary paragraph notes several Stanley residents recently died. H Sehmide long employed by the Railway department and MU T MO 8. Janet MKOazle came to Amtralls in 1860 with her husband Damon M Kengle, who served in the Indian Mating, deceased 51 leaves a family. Mrs Joseph Clarke 73 native of New South Wales died in Newcantle law work. She went to Stanley in 1853. Mr Cashman oldest Beochworth resident died at his Loch street home age 96. long engaged in farming at Yackasdandsh. Thomas Sawger 7 died in District Hospital from ancility. resident of Glenrowan for years, lived at Thaona, Men ognaldy East Melbourne, sister of decent.

Stanley New South Wales Newcantle Cashman Beochworth Bla Loch Wtreet Yackasdandsh Boochworth Thomas Sawger Glenrowan Ware Ister Thaona

Red Cross Society May Meeting Dispatches Goods

The Red Cross Society held its May meeting on the 4th and dispatched goods from the conteal depot. Items include seven pyjama mutl e, four firs nox, two prt mite tens, or glover, twoahirun-Cifte, quilt nod hundio Muon, Mev W Weston cushion, Mies 1thol Weatonsiterature, Min Gould.

Red Cross Society Conteal Glover Weston Mies Min Gould

Cable column clarifies broadcaster’s stance on Australia mission

A fragmented note from a local column discusses cable news coverage. It cites that opinions do not reflect the editor or Timme News and stresses the page’s broader context unless explicitly stated. The fragment remains unclear on specifics.

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War bulletin from London on updated Allied operations

The Haig report notes Allied successes north of Lens with raids near Robs and activity along the Somme and Ancre valleys. Artillery was active at night north of Bethune and in the Nieppe forest. Additional morning activity occurred southwest of Morlanwiert and north of Komizel.

Reker London Douglas Haig Lens Robs Somme Ancre Bethune Nieppe Forest Morlanewirt Komizel

Lull In Infantry Fighting Amid Air Activity Reported

The report notes limited infantry action with only a minor British thrust southwest of Ridgewood. French forces at Hill 44 faced heavy nighttime shelling, while enemy artillery and air activity remain high in parts of the front including Flanders.

Triah Ridgewood Flanders

French Gain Ground After Counter Attack Repulsed

A French communique reports night bombardments north of Montdidier and between Montdidier and Noyon. French forces attacked south of Nailles, seized a wood west of the Avre, and repelled a strong German counterattack this morning. They claim 70 German prisoners taken and serious enemy losses, with a German attempt south of Rollot also defeated.

asnvEtisey Montdidier Noyon Nailles

Hill 44 Recaptured By Keene

London reports French recapture of Hill 44 north of Kemmel as German reinforcements, many boys, move by train from Roumanian front. Amsterdam Telegram frontier correspondent notes long trains of German reinforcements, largely boys, heading westward, many from Romania.

Keene London Kemmel Amsterdam Renimania

German advance against Moscow feared in central Russia

Moscow dispatch reports a Russian source warning that a German thrust toward Moscow is generally feared and may drive Russia to accept Allied aid if the Allies recognize the Bolsheviks. The news notes intensified anti German sentiment due to seizures in Ukraine and concerns over the capital’s safety.

Moscow Mvasiee Russia Bamingut Germany Ukraine

Italian Front Enemy Tries to Conceal Plans by Working at Night

Rome reports that Austrian prisoners admit plans near the Alps and Tulipistan as forces mass amid heightened activity. The enemy aircraft have increased, but Anglo Italian airmen remain superior in every way.

Rome Alps Tuli Pistan Phey

Raid west of Bo thous yields prisoners in early actions

Reported Tossday raid six miles northwest of Bo thous captures several prisoners. German regrouping and renewed pressure described as partially delayed by rain. British aerial victory claims include a Zeppelin destroyed over the North Sea and shifting war developments across Europe.

Bothous Io Paria Auatris Tealy Madrid Monte Gurno North Sea Retehutag Sovlaling Bedaliet Vasco Ukraine

Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts Stop Nerve Strain

An old ad fragment touts Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts to relieve nerve strain and fatigue, promising renewed energy and sleep without chemical sedatives. It also mentions a handyman advert and claims of comfort from winter wear and peppermint oil product lines.

Hean Walt ECW Chomiaty Castleroags Rirant Sydney Bolton

ANOTHER FLOOD Rises After Heavy Rain

River reaches 13 ft 6 in on Wednesday morning with further rises anticipated. Posts at the office recorded high points before 8 am and again last night, bringing this month’s total to seven inches. Floodwaters flood the show ground and garden at midday, covering roads between the bridge and the hall yard, while townsfolk fear_repeat of Monday’s downpour.

Ris Sud Riday Moodey Hay Npw Ting Rivur

Flood Devastation Hit Mount Ada Region and Towns

Flood damage across Mount Ada and surrounding districts destroyed fences and homes, washed out roads and bridges, and flooded gardens and sports grounds. The Yarrawonga line was repaired, train service resumed midweek, while cattle drowned and properties suffered extensive water damage.

Boxymore Minilay Shepparton Mount Ada Ceoekford Coesney Tuealay Wight Yarrawouge Yarrawouge Was Able To Get Through On Wodnesday. Ab Baddagionia Porthong Lewn Crooks Templeton Hanter Browy Castle Creek

Flooding at Tatong Tests Bridge as Water Rises

A report from Tatong notes the highest flood seen Monday, with experts led by Mr A Harrison citing severe water levels. The river crested near the bridge, threatening nearby roads and structures, while defenses held and the area prepared for further rise.

Damaged Bridge and Farmland After Flood Near Lima South

Floods struck the Lima South area causing river rises and fence damage. A new bridge suffered pile damage and stonework shifted. paddocks lost soil, fencing degraded, and property owners faced losses including Mr. Hay. River bank erosion and ford instability noted.

Severe Storm Destroys Homes and Property in Thoona

A severe storm swept over the town Sunday night causing extensive damage. A large pepper crate was blown onto a kitchen, wrecking it and damaging crockery. Mrs Holian’s property suffered destruction with many items ruined. Storefront windows were blown out at Tonkin's store. A large stable at Voyetod’s in Tomindick was toppled, but no loss of life reported.

Mre Holian Saveral Delll Hall Tonkin Tominick Milan

Chinaman Drowned at Wangaraha River Race Tragedy

A drowning occurred near the Chinow camp on Wilcon road during a Wangarates river race. James Kan, a noted gardener, vanished after the boat overturned while he helped a companion. Rescue efforts saved Yonny, but Kan's body was not recovered despite searches. The boat paddle and wehovel were recovered.

Wangarates James Kan Chinow Wilcon Road Wilnod Road Hovb Avist Kan Kan J. Honnoay D. Hmgan Mosare TL. Hill T. Laidler Wony Yorny

Benalla Debut Flautist Delights Local Audience

Eleven year old Benalla native Loalie Barklamb made a celebrated debut at a Tuesday concert, backed by Master Amadio. The program featured arias and operatic excerpts, with Barklamb praised for promising talent and the audience granting enthusiastic applause. Master Leslie Barklamb and Ms Wilson also delivered notable performances, while a public acknowledgment highlighted the town’s support for young musical talent.

Loalie Barklamb Benalls Aa & Hutleb Juhn Amadi Commonwealth Feed Collier Roses of Pierrdy Hedy Wood Marcia Stock Jamee Lebinaun Indy Veolco Audianes Artlat Mascigut Cavalllara Rusticana Snienga Auuadis Tony Trail Linge Uaprise Gerscofal Dewcy Lemmone Barostella Hollinson Burke Jarnl Ari M’appari Tote’ Anvor Iron Fiotow Martha Marstall Joba Amadia Australia Roswau Mmaston Kolka Ab Home Sweet Howe Abe Avenloy Stroll Benalla Duu John Amadio

Evening recital honors teachers and pupils with thanks

Applause follows Mr Amadio as he thanks the audience and praises his pupil’s progress. Miss Viatoris Connally presents tokens to Miss Wilanti and Mrs Arantio, and a box to Master Luwley Bark Tamib. The hall is neatly decorated. the piano accompanies a national hymn sung by a small ensemble led by Miss Wilson and Mr Gallier.

Favoro Amadio Misa Viatoris Connally Mias Wilanti Arantio Luwley Misestoun Borblan Tindudiones Miay Wilson Surnne Leng Mr. Qallier

Insolvency examination in Benalla court documents warrants sought

In Benalla Insolvency Court proceedings, Me Qusion sought warrants to compel attendance of witnesses Grogerson and O'Dea who failed to appear despite service of subpoenas. Courts heard testimony on service via registered letters and the possibility of adjournment delays while the two men were located in Benalla or Melbourne.

Daalls Edward Mahoney Ovn A. Grexerson O'Dea My. Pooartathor Castsun Rosy Casson Wangarata Benalla Laworn Pennatether Case Grgerion O'Das Lownes Canton Myhoney Chedale Mt A. Grogoramn Michael O'Daa Jaap Leon Maurice Mnemara Grogorann Boualla Warn Healy Ives Clarke Melbourne Wanwratte Mr. Quasen Melbournie Donthal Caron Grognewon New Zealand Grogerdon Grogortan New Zealand, of Ovarne Grogerson Pat Tran Hin O'Day F. & Williams Lnsalvency Angolvancy Alan Thy Grozarson Grogornon O'Dow Cageonald O'Doa Gawon O' Dan Grogiman O'Daw Lowers Mer Gregerson Anip Leeward Mr. Cusson Cavin Motora

Insolvency Examination in the Waggarandall case

At the Bonilla Courthouse yesterday Mr Pennefather presided over the insolvency examination of Symon Edward Mahoney of Waggsrandall. The proceedings, led by J Gusgen for the insolvent, detail his debts to Watts Turnball Co totaling around £600, the sale of sheep through the Producers Co, and attempts to settle with Richards and Kennedy. The testimony covers agreements, deliveries, and alleged plans to dispose of assets, with various figures and dates noted regarding purchases and payments.

Bonilla Courthenan Pennefather Symon Edward Mahoney Waggsrandall J. Gusgen T. Starke Lowoes Procantinga Jas Edwd Mahoway Rositiog Waggarandall Clark Mme Watts Turnball James Richardy Launedy Mohards Naver Koonedy Richards Turnbull & Cis Devonish Kennedy Richard Lewerd Gussen Baspoat Witowa Devenish Witnow Gregoreyur Alex Lawate Theo Warns Tueaball Sud Co Detwlur Lademan Seconnt Saldom M-Nemire Grea, Mieno and Co. Gootiouing Richvelewe L. Kennedy Risharde O Richards Righard Stohaede Tou Withous Dale Lake Bowen Thor Acall Tagonsinie Iing Kennedy Haohsch Woaters Haobach Hasbich Victorian Producers’ Co Kenedy Jim Didge

Maintenance Claim in Bonsify District Court Dulls Over Money

Fragmented court notes describe a maintenance claim arising in Bonsify with defendant Mr Lawore and others contesting prior payments. The text mentions an estranged party facing delayed support, court dates around December 1601, and disputed sums while the defendants assert they provided for the claimant and deny further liability. The document shows confusion and garbled names but centers on a maintenance dispute and payment contention.

District News and War-Related Updates From Wangaratta and Surrounds

The Wangaratta and district pages report heavy rainfall and wartime measures affecting travel and industry. References to war Petitions, internments, and local mobilization appear, alongside agricultural society notes and local obituaries and notices. The wit and tone reflect a late 19th or early 20th century regional paper with multiple named places and individuals.

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