Country Economy Conference Demands End to Prime Ministerial Autocracy
At the Country Economy Conference Mr. Ashworth of the Taxpayers' Association blasted the Federal Government for debt and mismanagement. He labeled Mr Hughes impulsive and warned of fiscal folly, urging strict economy. The conference voted to amalgamate with the Taxpayers' Association and urged transferring Savings Banks to the States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yelegrahpig
Ashworth
Taxpayers’ Association
Australia
Hughes
Country Economy Conference
Commonwealth
Fire at Nunan’s Buildings prompts coroner inquiry
The coroner’s inquiry into Gertrude Riley’s death in the Swans ton street fire at Nunan’s Buildings on April 13 was continued. Stuart Della, director of Federated Films Co, faced questions about the company finances and insurance. Pimental, the managing director, linked the Sydney branch failure to adverse press criticism and testified about leaving the building and rushing to switch off the electricity. He did not know the fire’s cause. The inquest adjourned to the next day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nunan
Gertrude Riley
Swangstoi Street
Stuart Della
Federated Films Co
Pimental
Sydney
Bourke Street
Delinquent fined over stinkwort destruction at Benalla court
At Benalla court, C H Cameron faced fines for failing on April 18 1921 to destroy stinkwort Inula graveolens and sweet briar on allotments in Moortgage. Land was cited as overgrown and hard to work, with Crops and boots worn. Thomas Carey also charged for stinkwort destruction on Goomahbee allotments. Judge fined defendants with costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Wade
PML
Walter B. Tiernan
Shire of
C. H. Cameron
Lima South
E. T Brown
I. T. Clarke
Mr. Turner
Turner
Turnee
Bro
Thomas Carey
Goomahbee
E. T. Brown
Mr. Clarke
B. Tiernay
T. Riddell
Inkwort
Carey
Ar. Brown
Ware
Sporting Tatong and Eswanpool Races Meet Opens Tomorrow
The newly formed Tatong and Eswanpool Club prepares for its first meeting tomorrow at Lima station. Entries for the forthcoming events are strong with the handicap and steeplechase races drawing many entries. Weather has disrupted practice but preparations continue.
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Tatong
Eswanpool
Um Pa
Ap Lima
Borrale Binsin
Billy
Rainbow
Anne Matias
Jong
Anedena
Keee
Vanuce
Galas
Altace
Bela
Pearl
Bia
Ara Ffs
Pew
Jean
Benalla licensing case questions bona fide traveller status
John McLeay faced Benalla court charged with obtaining liquor at the Railway Refreshment rooms during prohibited hours on March 26. Evidence centered on whether the rooms were licensed and if McLeay was a bona fide traveller. The judge noted the key issue was licensing. the trial adjourned five weeks to resolve that point.
Licensed Rooms and Dismissals in Railway Case
A court discussed unlicensed railway refreshment rooms and a trainer allowed a drink within 20 minutes of train arrival. The defendant acknowledged staying over an hour. A dismissal on merits was debated, costs of £33 were requested but not awarded. Two other defendants pleaded guilty to similar offences. one was fined 10 shillings with costs, another sentence drawn. Evidence from Con Mable Murphy supported the charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
May
Lewerg
Wale
Hen
Con Mable Murphy
Beeph- Worth
Dad
Thias
Kiewa hydro electric scheme report to Benalla Shire Council
At a Benalla Shire Council meeting Dr Walker reported on the Melbourne conference about the Kiewa hydro electric scheme. He described doubts about a real company, rising estimated cost from £800000 to £3.5–4 million, and limited power sale to Melbourne. Sir John Monash noted potential near-term electric power in the North East, with 2000 hp enough for towns. the Premier warned against duplicating lines and suggested government support if conditions improved.
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Benalla
Walker
Melbourne
John Monash
Lawson
England
Ihe
Fiat
Ttwo
Anybdy
Morwell
Kiewa
Kiews
Cr. Cook
Kent Iq
Credit Fencier
Credit Portier
State Rivers and Water Supply Commission
Law Smith
Seale
Breach of Contract Case At Violet Town Court
A shed hand from Koonda named C Thomas sued J Wilson of Violet Town shearing contractor for 42 dollars alleging breach of contract to hire between September 15, 1920 and November 2. Testimony covered wage rates under the new award and keep, earlier engagement promises, and Wilsons claim not to employ Thomas due to budget cuts. Witnesses described pre-season letter exchanges, expected starts, and the impact of the Pastoralists Association award on hiring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acae i
Violettown
Wade
P.M
Ry Crocker
J.P
C. Thomas
T. T. Glarke
Lazarus
Abe
W. J
Clarke
Wilton
O'Connell
Kogada
Pastoralists’ Association
Charles Thomas
Witson
Wilson
Witness
A.W.U. M
Home
The
Pastoralists Association
Hiss
Steed
Honk
O’connell
Mansfield
Bilt
Fran Wilson
Mansfeld
AL Woot
Wesley Syme
Mr. Clarke
Mr. Wade
Kaonda
P.O
Wilsoni
O’gonnnell
Syme
Thomas
Hin
Mr. Home
Wades
Chiplay
Wiles Son
Hinther
Johington Wilson
Wesley Syne
Syne
Yeas
C. ‘Thomas
Koonda
Disputed hire and letter clarity in late 19th century work terms
Testimonies describe temporary arrangements before a contract, with letters altering terms of employment for July to September. Witnesses note misleadings, differing opinions, and a 14 pound seven week earning claim, while a 3 pound 17 shilling award and a 21 day stay of proceedings are discussed.
Live Stock Markets Report Victorian Producers Co-Operative Sale
The fortnightly sale at Benalla yielded a moderate yarding with steadier stores and a sharper demand for fat sheep and cattle. Prices surged above last week for fat stock. store sheep held firm. pigs showed slight rises. dairy cows and springers reached high bids led by Mr. Phillips and Mr. Roe. buyers urged to register next market entries.
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Shaan
H. Bamford
Benalla
Phillips
Violettown
R. Roe
Turnbull & Co
Havin
Corporation Yards
D. Terretl
R. J Cooke
D. Terrett
Leon
Carnival fundraiser by local band aims to attract large crowd
An upcoming carnival on the 26th at Yarra Wooga promises a lively event with a band, pies, and special train service from Ma ab i mies to several stations along the route. Organizers aim to boost attendance despite unclear itinerary and timing details.
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Camarvat
Yarra
Sparte
Assault Case at Benalla Court Over Damages
A charge of assault and damages centers on Gordon Rhodes accused of unlawfully assaulting Richard Stavene on April 27 at a paddock, with Wade claiming damages for a broken shoulder and medical costs. Testimony described fighting horses, a saddle dispute, and Rhodes denying ownership of the saddle, while Stavene sought compensation of about five guineas for medical care and added damages totalling around £39 to £40.
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Wade
Benalla
Hichard Stover
Gordon Rhodia
RP. Lawara
Yurnar
Tha
Defenee
Richard Stavene
Rhodes
Rides
Glancy
Rhodon
Mr. Turner
Ariel
MP Cardal
Stavone
Jone
Yous
Stavens Cnald Hot
James Clancy
Stevens
Wit
Sid
Turner
Steven
Syeg
Gordon Rhodes
Biapa
Stavenx
Mitoess
Aarti
Stavona
Brumbo
Arthur Edgar Ava Avidenes Blink Rhodes
Nes Stovens
Rudolph M'Sweensy
W. P. Brennan
Stevonn
Rhodus
Complateant
Thedox
Mirious Mattoe
Damayen
Robbing Church at Paral Hall Menued Court Case
George Ridowll, a stranger, was sentenced to a month’s imprisonment by Mosare J Trutmin at the Wungaratte Police Court for taking a chorister’s coat valued around £4 from a church hall during a service. Witnesses noted the accused had been drinking. A parish front was well manifest as police investigated.
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Paral
Sindy
George Ridowll
Mosare J. Trutmin
D. Langlands
Wungaratte
H. T. Chandler
Mary Trinity Church
Miliray
Bishop's Court
Himelf
Pascors
Chaudley
Mandal
Reverend John Stawart and Bowiya North Notice
Mr John Stawart, aged 64, born in Scotland 89 years ago, came to Ambrasis at 21 and lived there until 1916 before retiring. Bowiya North Church of Hoglanet parish holds fortnightly services in the old Congregational Church no longer in regular use. The opening service was led by The Revd The Mase of Wangaratta. Last Sunday Anzio Commo rition served a paper the provoner poly Mr Ohi.
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John Stawart
Mulbourne
Zolowisk
Stirlingshire
Scolland
Ambrasis
Goldtioda
Rclestad Lana Ab Sb. Gortains
Thori Ot
Mosriguin
Hoglanet Puopla
Bowiya North
Tha Ror
Wangaratta
Laat Sundey
Pela
Ohi
Beonlls football fin committee meets at Commercial hotel
A fin committee meeting of Beonlls football was held at the Commercial hotel on Wednesday evening. Attendees included J Wy Mondown chair, W Egan, Saxton, W Noonan, Doherty, Litho, J Noonan, and Mr Oy Fostar secretary. They arranged purchases of balls and materials and discussed funding, upcoming matches, and arrangements for a masking of goal posts. A condolence letter was sent to Mr Pritchard.
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Fin
Beonlls
Posant Masses
J Wy Mondown
W Egan
Saxton
W. 'i Noonan
Doherty
Litho
J. Noonan
Pooressry
Oy Fostar
Balla
Ani
Aawodlation
Foe
Arranesinouth
Socinta
F. Bainesbaa
Dolly Thros Aoebaneangen
Tiwan
Thwan
Pritchard
Binmother
R. Macksen
Boundary Gynpire
Local district news from Wangaratta and Yarrawonga
District notes describe a Geographical examination gathering at Wangaratta High School with notable local figures and a memorial roll call for Milawa district enlistees. An accident at Oxley injures Mrs Crockett while a coalfield visit by Minister Barnes showcases a minor arrest in Yarrawonga with a coal fire at the Royal Mail hotel and a shop incident in Yarrawonga.
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Glenkowan
Wangaratta High School
Mandley
Yarrawonga
Stead
Caprabin
Barnes
Royal Mail
J. Borningham
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