Curtailed Trains and Mails Loom for Tatong Whitfield Lines
Winter timetable cuts reduce midweek rail and mail services on Tatong and Whitfield lines. Trains and mail handling shift to Mondays and Fridays on Tatong, and Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays on Whitfield. Locals push for motor mail delivery, but authorities defer. Community meeting urged to press Postmaster General for maintained mail service.
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Tatong
Whit
Alao
Whitfield
Railway Department
Bowser
British Hold Western Front Advance Reported By Haig
London dispatch quotes General Haig saying fighting continued to their advantage on the Western front near the Trindenborg line east of the village with nine enemy positions captured. North of the Scarpe heavy combat and several Prussian Guard assaults on Bullecourt produced high Allied casualties but limited enemy gains.
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London
Cerman Attacks Repulsed French Hold Front Lines
London dispatch reports a French communique saying the artillery bombardment along a four kilometre front in the Meulindelifaux district failed to dislodge French forces. French troops say they maintained positions as fighting continues at multiple points along the front.
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Rewren
London
Meulindelifaux
German Official Message on Eastward Lannuville Event
A German official message describes an Eastward action at Lannuville with front line deployment and counterattacks. It notes the loss of a personnel count and a counterstrike deployment as part of the engagement.
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Asommategy
Winetesa Parcs
London
Wodaunday
Eastwand
Lannuville
Socapien
Teunchey
Perioner
Italians Advance on Sixty Mile Front in Italy Front
Italian troops push along a 60 mile front from Tolmino toward the Adriatic, new dispatches report. The advance marks a significant phase on the Italian front with intensified operations and shifted lines near Tolmino and the Solari region.
Foreign Minister Resigns as Russian Cabinet Reels
London reports Petrograd turmoil with Foreign Minister M Milakoil resigning and Finance Minister M Torcetchenko stepping down. Kovensky and Gateholtz named as successors. War Minister Gateholtz also resigned earlier. Despite internal strife, Allied successes on the Western Front lift hope as Russia vows to press the fight.
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Reem
London
Tuuter
Petrograd
M. Miliakoil
Afrten
Poteogead Mays
Vie West Front
British Advance Their Line Near Kraalal
London dispatch reports a British advance south of Kraalal across a 6000 yard front with a 50 yard depth. Troops say they have consolidated their positions and hold the newly gained ground.
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London
Kraalal
Benalla Fire Brigade Inspection Report Reveals Staffing and Gear
Lieut Col Marshall forwarded to J Williams a March inspection report for the Benalla Fire Brigade detailing equipment and water supply, muster results, and improvements. It notes 2 tenders, 1800 feet of hose, hydrants, branches, ladders, and outstation plans. 17 on duty with absentees long absent. praise for captain and officers and a push to fill vacancies with trained youth. The report also mentions dry practice grounds, station improvements, and ongoing readiness.
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Marshall
Country Fire Brigades’ Board
J. Williams
Benalla
Pripsiy
Shusta Trent
Beigados
Lvm
Unr
Taint
Enra- Lary
Belog
Hinstack
Italian Victory Armmony Rex Winetews Pass
London reports from Antalian official sources describe a vigorous Julian front offensive. Infantry hold eastern bank heights north of Heleona near Gorizis. Fortified positions near Churizin and Tivoli encircled. 1875 prisoners taken including 18 cuisers. nine mountain batteries and substantial matériel captured.
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Amrmoney
Rex Winetews
London
Antalian
Heleona
Gorizis
Tivoli
American warships join British navy in joint action
London reports the Admiralty has received American destroyers to cooperate with the British Navy in prosecuting Uliewae. The transfer marks a significant step in allied naval effort as coordinated operations begin.
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London
Admiralty Antonnicos
Uliewae
Germany and Peace Speech Amid War Talks
The German chancellor spoke in the Reichstag on Minadlay. He declined to reveal wartime aims, said Germany would not be divided by Socialist or Conservative forces, and urged mutual understanding with Russia. He warned against incompatible demands while preserving national liberty and hinted at a potential constitutional shift.
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Con Bethenny Tollway
Minadlay
Welnt
Germmany
Germany
Russia
Ilo
Cattle Slaughter Controversy in Benalla Shire Letter
A May 17 1917 letter to the editor criticizes a government statistic on cattle slaughter in Benalla Shire. The writer questions who consumed the carcass and references wartime service attitudes amid an election campaign.
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Benalla Shire
W. OB
Viernan
Sistiot
Coursing Benalla Club Improves Grounds and Haress
The Benalla Plampton Coursing Club reports major improvements to reduce hare loss and costs. A new trapping yard, redesigned escape lines, a pear shaped yard with two drop doors, a feeding shed, and patent traps enhance hare control and safety. Over 100 hares now enclose the area, with progress ahead of the King's Birthday meet.
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Benalla Plampton Coursing
Powinesing Dow
Plampton-Ooald
Dan Colling
Excape
Thoral
Soldiers Vote Promises Coalition Victory in Early Count
The first progress tally of soldiers’ votes shows strong support for the Coalition Government. The home representatives tally 337 votes, while the Senate count reaches 7,584 across 22,528 electors, with the Coalition leading in both houses. Notable leads include Leckie 124 to Moloney 82 for Indi and broader Coalition strength in the NSW majority.
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Firat Progress
Firat
Woldtark
Rabaul
Elogne of Representatives
Sod
Senate
Home of Representatives
Coalition
New South Wales
Indl
Leckie
Moloney
Butter Price Fight Drives Victorian Dairy Council Meeting
A Melbourne meeting of the Cooperative Butter and Cheese Factories Association discussed the unfair pricing by the Prices Commissioners and the London parity remedy. Dairymen face heavy pecuniary strain as milk and butter values compare unfavorably with other products, prompting calls for an interstate conference and a coordinated protest.
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Melbourne
London
Auxbeatin
Siniise
Koruit
Tower Hill
Alea
Imperial Shipping
Reemot
High Commission
Misher
Commonwealth
Australia
Don
Minster
Tandor
Ro Crowe
T Convert
Vine
Hot Guppy
J. Rankin
Franny
Prices Seen Rising If Butter Pool Plan Fails
The Prices Commissioner Mr Wy, Clarke, and Senator Roswall warn that without strict adherence to the winter butter pool arrangement, rising butter costs could trigger imports to meet Australian needs. West Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania face shortages, with dependence on imports from Victoria increasing.
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Ouamone
Clarke
Roswall
Kovdvouda
Moore
Uindir
West Australis
South Agaee
Taerman
Incomplete Dairy Production Indicates Shortage Across States
Fragmentary notes from New South Wales and Victoria show butter production unsolved, with limited local availability and risk of export, storage, or winter pool consequences. The text cites Indeterminate returns from certain plants and mentions Sydney grocers facing supply pressure.
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New South Wales
Ivery
Victoria
Sydney Uroeors
Wheat Scrip Market Discussed in Melbourne
A Melbourne report describes the wheat scrip market tied to the wheat pool and farmer needs. It notes the Central Wheat Board plans to submit a concrete foundation to the exchange for approval, and discusses pricing, brokerages, and potential dividends influencing old versus new scrip values.
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Monte Paso
wHydy
Melbourne
Oweh
Piimy Micker
Central Whost Board
Anys
Come Alltes
Stack Exchange of
Hoghen
New Zealand
Wool Market Listings From An Old Auction Ledger
An OCR readout lists wool lots with consignors and bids, including item codes such as Willow, Mispall Ob Sid, and Merina. It notes payments to the Bouate Resuipt and Pay Office and names several signatories.
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Murcantile
Waole
Kurow
Hells
Thy
Willow
Mispall
Balling Us
Atl
Bean You
Burin
Rm Cotmabach
Uly Tei Dobre
S d
Lin Mad
Hell
JPH
Mirpoll
Meria
Wmauwit
Merina
Moyha
Hanson
Roll of Honor lists fallen soldiers from the war era
A fragmented roll of honor lists names of soldiers including Tacuty T. Cusom4, Private Handcock, and Lieut. Hepdurson, with mentions of deaths in France and other theaters. The text records battles, promotions, and casualties among various individuals tied to towns like Shepparton and Wangaratta, reflecting a community memorial amid wartime loss.
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Tacuty T
Fas Lin
France
Guntr Schuli
AP Mary
Wax Willod
Bed Ayal
Mr. Sonderwnt
Shim
Wiolithews
Tie Gun
Lieut
Hepdurson
Lrut
Fredky
Durson
Bunolia
la Kranco
Mawitally
Lusty
Paya Atlan
Walter M Donat
Greta
Dod
Woundy
Merch
van Hepvortad
Bach Mr Gan
Wangaratta
Rteli
Dumidtowath
Hirmand
Tad Leon diLvat
Payal Dorey
Huellaud
Willian
Brolly
Makhor Wits
Willian Isd Baat
Croton
Missing Man Wallace Near Goursmbat In War
Fragmentary report identifies Wallace of Goursmbat missing during action near 11th Avenue Private Stohart Alten of Bhupparton reported missing in combat conditions. Authorities pursuing verifiable details and fate confirmation.
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Wallace
Goursmbat
Stohart Alten
Bhupparton
Iilsing
Wounded and Missing From War Report In Fragmentary Notes
Fragmented wartime notes report wounded individuals and missing or dead across locations. Names such as Mira Hrintingtony and Shargownt appear with injuries described while others, including Ada Newwlym, are noted in nursing or transport details amid a chaotic battlefield report.
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Ani Mira
Viney
Vielattauenshire
Holton
Thoormline
Lou Teena
Suilili
Shopwit
Burnell
Privala
Menuslinn
Tove Watt
Lip Elator
Sisiwr Ada Newwlym
Egypt
Reduced Train Service At Tatong District Mall Delays
A garbled Leiden era notice reports cancellations and service disruptions to the Tatong District Mall rail link. Operations were halted on weekend dates with warnings of rescheduled trips and partial restorations as authorities work to restore normal timetable.
Rail disruption near Wangaratta shocks NSW era railway
An obscure report details widespread inconvenience along the Whitfield line with disrupted services and political overtones. The narrative names several towns and figures, including a member of parliament and local officials, suggesting delayed trains and safety concerns affecting Monday to Saturday operations and potential freight impacts.
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Whitfiehd
Wangaratea
Terminas
Draker
Wy Lema
W. Bourke
San Hore
Gi Matern
Wud Chore
Kunacvlownd
de Hiwsir
Ab Wengatatta
eMisauveninnes
Uhle
Noarmlay
Wangiratta
Eerylow
Sileuito
Liron
Cross Society Tinnting and Mirth at Winton Branch
A garbled report lists numerous names, items, and activities from the Red Cross Society at the Winton branch. It mentions fundraising, prizes, clothing, shoes, and a month of events with many participants, including local workers and volunteers. The fragmentary text references meetings, donations, and a schedule tied to the Winton area and associated groups.
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America
Red Cross
England
Austraila
Bovalla
Walter
Rodgers
Husband
St. Andrew's
Holy Trinity
Violet Pearce
Mr. Esheridge
Euroy
Sotwmike’ Oostro Rts
Duver al Bis
Weatherill
Atulla
Tyerrasny
Federal
Lockyer
Interstate Commission
Booalla
Fire Brigade
de. Carr
Mulbourne
Car
Macolx
Carr
Bean
Matla
Doapatehho
United Kingdom
Mise Mahon
Bonalla
Albury
Bualgow
Amber
Dr. Barrington
Ehain Aadwatah
Knox
Miss Mahon
Walter Taylor
Victorian Railways
Taylor
Nanrow Eseaij
Denby
Waneparatta
Tneday
A. Glark
Bucalls
Mr. Clark
Nannabroot
Sid
Baronworths Oly
Snetwoek
Daa
Autoun Assavit
Rushworth
Synier-cons Stable
Harel
Jobin Leroy
Whroo
Fir Baying
Elsto May Birney
Cheiitius Adderson
Crooke
Kingland
Ting J
Knight
P.M
Theout Supreme Court
Shepparton
Elin Worship
Crown Law Department
Tyarest
Famutare
Avnncentina Journal
Journal of Uhe Department For
Robertson
Welves
Us Fallowe
Rutherglen
Yarrawonga
Toogsmoh
Wangaratts
Euro
J. Burrell
M. G
Roberton
Withuwes
M'Millan
Sarria Road
Tatang No
James
Riley
Detlny
Belore Morris
W. Hexney
D. Coghill
Jnp
Howalls Court
Baird
Soma Mlotako
Voonday
Conowa Counenions
Bant
Parkis
Corowa
Bonalls
Joffrey
Glenrowan
Bent
Me. Stewart
Mosurs
Luckie
M.P
Carlile
Evount Paney
Daxet
Bonalla Plumpton Coursing Club
Shire-hall
Ino Lask
Ballecourt
Cerman
Losdon
Huutnr
al. Uidinu
Macedonia
Benalla Club
Co-operative Butter and Cheese Factories’ Association
S. Moore
Boosha Dairy
Harm Perifece Gryhaw
Ha Counall
LWT
Imebadwr
Paot Bultars
Wool Market
Sun-Treasury
Bouate
G. ‘T. Westcatt
U'Stea
Po Mahonuy
L. Ford
L. Doyle
E. Hauloo
Jater’s
Serge
Jater
F. G. Gater
Hanallay
Lisalle Nophow
Orie Callles
Ciph
Mr. Geo
Angie
Abidran
Laure
Adaman
Tatong District Mall
Sabaray
Ong
Weilnenday
Phork
Mailer
Akliid
Amd Garlals
Whitfield Line
RED Cross Society
Bbsalia
Lehaup
Miarbony
Wardrop
Lenk
M*nannari
Wait
Aed Shoes
Mira Lite
Hiyrlatentliy
Talline
A Willer
Purl
Manuaree
Manuaree, Wo Izebily, Moywatite, Julia A Sivrky Livind
Statjelainby Ste
Laxey
Slughinony
Vogler
Ved Dorniia
Willy Suk
Jolgen Aeith
Ley
Hpipot Club
Bre
Swab
Newsneil
Mie
Aadueeon
Winton Bone
Winton
Ted
Pioltag
Sumageny-Carter Bros
Evammanygone & Lovilee
Alorotcraye
Hwee
Ceiba
Star
Poultry House
Benalla and District
A. Miller & CO
the Big Storf, Benalla
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