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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 22, 1914
Page
4
John Hower found guilty in the Winton case and sentenced to sixteen years imprisonment. The trial before Mr Pym and a jury heard complex testimony about sexual offences against a girl, with the judge delivering a lengthy sentence and reference to multiple witnesses and arguments from both sides.
In Whitiighl Tasvid Splatt was tried with multiple charges of sexual offenses against three underage girls, including Christine Fleming. The jury found him guilty on two counts of carnal knowledge of Elizabeth Fleming and related charges. sentencing considered severe penalties up to ten years on each count, with possible hard labor.
A fragment mentions contributions to the Roberts appeal and lists several names. It also describes a theatre outing ending with rain, and references a remedy called Woods Peppermint Cure as a cure for a cold after the rain, reflecting a small reader anecdote in a late 19th or early 20th century column.
In a Violetown Crown Court session Judge Hood presided over the Abie Bandle case involving James Edward Waugh charged with theft of £510 from Tully. Evidence centers on the recovery of eight £1 notes from a box and Waugh’s conduct as authorities pursued the missing money.
A noisy plea from Liberal governments and local advocates calls for construction of Sillabentia welt dam projects to supply water for domestic and irrigation needs across North Eastern districts. Promises of aid, debated schemes, and ongoing pressure from district deputations highlight demand for a major waterworks program tied to national investments and regional development.
The Holy Trinity Church parish hall hosts the annual meeting with about fifty attendees. Treasurer Rowell presents accounts for the year, noting total assets of £2329 16s and liabilities of £28 17s 3d, with a significant building fund drive for the rectory and church grounds.
Bonalla district notices a Carlier street sculptor and importer since 1888 has landed a shipment of monuments from Scotland and Italy. He offers low prices and invites inspections, claiming variety in granite color and workmanship. Also lists monetary notes awaiting payment at the Treasury and a lending offer for property, plus a medicinal cure advertisement.
An essay on Letitia and the dangers of penny pinching in a household. It argues women often bear the burden of small economies shaping food, clothing, and daily routines, sometimes harming nourishment, comfort, and dignity. The piece cautions against sacrificing health and happiness for trivial savings and urges balanced spending.
A Melbourne based health company promotes the Natural Home Treatment for women seeking easier motherhood. A representative will be at the Benalla hotel on Tuesday May 26 from 10 am to 6:30 pm offering free consultations and a Natura Health Guide by post to Dept BF, Natura Health Co., 49 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne.
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