High Jump Records and Local Racing Notes
Bloom wins the high jump at Ghaw week detailing a 7ft barrier attempt to beat Australian record held by A. Jedd’s Sandown. Various race results follow with notes on performances, audience turnout, and upcoming events as officials discuss taxation and civil service appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hyo Jowr
Ghaw
Champton
Gulley
Bloom
Jidd
Sandown
Alvided
Wan Jos
Aod
N. C. Onlay
Narrandery
Oiv
A. Jedd
Anor
Aia
Nat Gould
Jim
HB. Warner
Grey Wolfe
Mary Pickford
Horeu
Tha Hills
Sad
Lands Department
Bualiesa
Benalla Bosh
Ken Au
Tha Son
J. Cook
Mwners
Gregory
Jowett
Hay and
Stawarth
Country Party
Chanter
Polling Day Details For State Elections In Kenwlla District
Polling will open at 4 pm and close at 7 pm for the State general elections and Loosl Hyption Poll in Kenwlla. Candidates Massie J od Carlisle the sitting amber and RP Lawars of Gonalta are listed. Polling places at Upottpotpun North and Wivan's bouw, Waggerendall have moved due to building removals. Replies to telephone messages will be posted outside the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenwlla
Massie
J Od
Carlisle
Amber
Lawars
Gonalta
Clos
Upottpotpun North
Wivan
Bouw
Woteide Oor
Mossagen
Lewers Addresses Tungamah Campaign Line in North East
Mr Lewers Nationalist candidate spoke at Tungamah on Testday. He opposed the loose option referendum, urged economy, and backed country industries like the Dookle quarry for road work. He called for a one third reduction of State Parliament members and greater rail facilities between Yarrawonga and Bonalla while denying a monopoly claim against Mr Onrilalo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BP. Lewers
Tungamah
Mullyuiney
Benally
Ucensing
Bobela
Mokoan
Warrawongs
Sauh Ay Vaerawongs
Qobram
Yarrawonga
Bonalla
Onrilalo
Haing
Farmers’ Union
Farmars’ Union
Melbourn
Price of Wheat in Australia Under Royal Commission
A Saturday statement in London put Australian wheat price at 121/ per 430 lb, an increase of 26 for the period. Wheat Commission official Mr H J Baker explains the rise does not affect local Australian prices and notes the British government’s subsidies and market sales impact bread costs. Baker predicts gradual price movements as Royal Commission policies phase in, with public costs tied to current rates.
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London
H J. Beker
Victoriam
Wheat Commission
British Boys Commission
England
Royal Commission
Australia
Mr. Daker
Joxsay
Baker Conalders
Melbourne City News Notes and Market Prices
Melbourne reports Watt in defence speech to parliament and Major Anderson returning after a search for missing Wits Sprain Bratt. Storey attacks on Yeomen purchases. prices quoted for markets including milling food barley maize potatoes and tea across the day. Five prisoners end hunger strike at Pentridge by accepting food.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Major Anderson
Melbourne
Soroplane
Wits Sprain Bratt
Hie
Mjor Anderwon
Wen
Storey
New South Wales
Mel Rogers
Australian Tabor 'S
Richmond City
Barcel
Joseph Cook
Synooy
Euouch Tooney
Shers
Prlaoneca
Pentridge
Malbourna
Uta
The Coal Position Improves in Melbourne by Wires
Melbourne reports an improved coal position due to shipments by wire and ongoing discharges. Last week Newcastle coal output reached 20,000 tons from Me hoorno, with a further 25,000 tons expected next days barring delays. Overseas shipments from New South Wales total 933,760 tons from January to August, while overseas ships from New Santlo add 87,421 tons, equaling 260,684 tons per month and 2,157,472 tons for eight months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melhourne
Monda
Melbourns
Newcastle
Hoorno
Ib Ia
Bamrno
Victoria
New South Wales
Australia
Newsantlo
Soldiers memorial fund balance report
The Standard Fund amount previously acknowledged by Sheepper Watts Turnbull and Co. shows a balance of £80928. The item records the memorial fund’s balance and entry for the Soldiers Memorial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard” Fund
Amalgamation and fiscal moves in Australian firms noted
Mesura Hodutroia and Henry Marks join as Gippsland and Northern Cooperative Selling Company expands capital to 300000. Victoria faces coal shortages with 200000 tons shipped out. Catholic diocese schools receive 10887 pounds, NZ teachers salary rise to 250000 pounds. Perth Anglican Synod votes on women vestry clerical roles. Federal offers 50000 pounds for oil discovery. NSW offers 10000 pounds for producing 100000 gallons of petroleum. American Float likely to visit Melbourne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesura
Hodutroia Ltd
Henry Marks and Co. Ltd
Fiji
Gippsland and Northern Co-operative Selling Company Ltd
Monte
Victoria
Presiva
Australis
Salo
Phelan Oratem
Diacans
New Zealand
Aannery
Anglican Synod of
Perth
Mue
Austealia
New South Wales
Melbourne
Benalla Bush Wire Brigade Holds Annual Meeting
The Benalla Bush Wire Brigade met at the Municipal Chambers with small attendance. Treasurer reports receipts of £2 17s 2d, mainly from subscriptions. expenditure nil. Members debated continuing the brigade amid a grass season risk, approving continuation and electing officers including President W L Coghlan, secretaries I G Russell, and Captain W Crawford, with several lieutenants and scouts named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla Bush
W. T. Standish
P. Connolly
Connolly
Kostell
B. J. Guppy
Goomalbee
W. Coghlan
W. Crawford
Coghlan
W._L. Coghlan
J. Dennis
A. Reilly
I. G. Russell
Wmn. Crawford
P_Connolly
G. Craweford
W. Denis
F. Scholes
W. Osborne
V. Little
T. Fleming
W. Clarke
G. Crawford
Kyateer
Home Mission Sunday at Benalla Diocese Rally
Anglican Home Missions observed across Wangaratta diocese with Holy Trinity Benalla services led by Rev Canon Wray. choir and soloists performed works including Bow Down Thine Ear and He shall Feed His Flock, as sermon stressed love of God and neighbor and urged increased donations to the Home Mission Fund. Collections reached £39 15s 9d toward a £33 quota, with further gifts expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wangaratta
Holy Trinity Church
Benalla
Canon Wray
Stevenson
Rae Little
Handel
Home Mission Fund
God
Jesus Christ
Christ
Traian
Vere
Mar
St. Columb's Natl
St Columb's
Benaud
Farong State School Honors Roll Unveiled in Ceremony
A large audience of parents and children gathered at Farong State School on Friday afternoon to unveil the Honor Board. The event featured decorated surroundings with bursting color, a National Anthem, a brief address by School Committee Chairman Mr T M Auley, and a program of recitations and songs led by Miss E Archer. The Honor Roll was unveiled by Inspector of Schools Mr F J Green, who spoke of brave deeds and the soldiers’ example. Twelve former scholars were named, with two late boys noted for noble service. Messages from Dr T F Harrison and others followed, praising the lads and thanking helpers before a tea to conclude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Archer
F. J. Green
Fra
T. F. Harrison
D. Coghill
A. Harrison
Ct J
Victorian farmers union Benalla branch meeting held Friday
A small attendance heard reports and correspondence from the Victorian Railways Union Baltarring branch urging a Western port, while J Wallender and postal vote procedures were noted. Chairman A C Stewart announced his resignation after purchasing property near Tatura, thanking members for support and urging greater turnout. succession planned for next meeting on the 29th ins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Victorian Careers’ Union
A.C. Stewart
V.R.U
Baltarring
Westernport
J. Wallender
Tatura
Efe
R. Roe
Richardson
Grimme
Stewart
Vies Union
Nina
District Council debates butter prices and salaries at Wangaratta
At the quarterly North-Eastern district council meeting in Wangaratta the group decided to press Mr Bowser to keep the Kiowa hydro electric proposal before members. A butter contract expires in March and will be fully discussed next meeting to secure continued good prices. A Wedonga branch resolution urged opposing higher State Parliament salaries. Mr Emsley noted federal gains while Mr D Moore argued against a salary grab. The Wodonga resolution was unanimously requested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wangaratta
Bowser
Wedonga
Emsley
South Wangaratta
J Dfunive
Spreighuirst
D. Moore
Wodonga
Live Stock Markets Report from Victorian Co-Operative Sale
The Victorian Brokers’ Co-Operative Co Ltd held a fortnightly sale in Schalla yards on Tuesday. Sheep and cattle yarding was large. prices generally below late rates, though pigs fetched well and lines sold briskly. Fat sheep and lambs ranged around several pounds. cattle demand remained strong with a prime steer sold for £3 to a Benalla buyer and various cows, heifers, and vealers sold at differing prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broducers' Co-Operative Co. Ltd
Schalla
W. H. Sherwill
A.M’ Nicholson
Benalla
Litcom
Lincoln
John Coish
John Coish For £ 3, the Purchaser Being Mr. Cooke
Class Murray
A. M.nicholsos
Rauches
Wharf Laborers' Matters in Sydney Front War
Mc P Seal secretary of the Sydney Wharf Laborers Union declares shipowners’ stance toward the water front is designed to spark industrial war. He denies any plan to strike or drive returning workers from the port, framing the dispute as a bargaining conflict rather than open hostility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mc. P. Seal
Sydney
Wharf Laborers’ Union
Uolop
Wharves Filtering Reduces Theft of Goods
A newspaper note details filtering on wharves that helps prevent theft from merchants. It mentions efforts to keep thieves away from goods while dockside activities occur, citing improved security and order at the waterfront.
Local Option Poll Explains No-Licence District Votes
The article clarifies that votes affect only the individual licensing district and not the entire electorate. It outlines three resolutions for no-licence referendums, how ballots are cast, and the thresholds for continuance, reduction, or no licences, with district-specific outcomes and compensation procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Mokoan
Yarra
Wong
Unis
Victoria
Viewualler's
Grocer
Australian Wine and Spirit Merchant
Dac
Sing Court
Church Appeal Urges No Licence In Local Option Vote
The Bishop of Wangaratta and church leaders urge electors to vote No Licence on the Local Option ballot of 21st dost. They argue intemperance causes poverty crime and disease and say abolishing licences will reduce drink and boost community welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wangaratta
Seerices Reduction Board
T. H. Armstrong
Wyangaratta
Wray
W. W. Ingram
R. QO. Cook
Iarrison
D1 McCoy AR Mace
Reverend Luther Milian and the urging of reforms in Australia
An OCR fragment reports a speech by Reverend Luther Milian urging progress and reforms, criticizing license regulation and political opposition. It references Australia, Queensland quota issues, and public houses with concern over fires and demonized leaders, expressing support for happier social outcomes and freedom from restrictive laws.
Father Lockingtons Observ ations Abroad Speech
A condensed report of Rev paca W. J. Lockingtons remarks in Australia. He criticizes local governance and social behavior, noting official enforcement lags and public indulgence. The piece hints at ongoing proceedings and possible expulsion of Mr Watt.
Emu Bridge Welcome Home Committee Final Meeting Report
The meeting closed on balance sheet review with welcome home for returning soldiers including Sergi Lb. Musine lord and others. Reports show final collection proceeds, savings bank interest, and expenditures for photos and memorial items. balance verified and committee credited for services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emu Mtridge
Courtire
Vie
Sergi Lb
Musine Lord
Serg Vallender
Cpl G Alexander
F-Corph Detail
LoCarpl
J. Wateon
Pye
Bainterd
Spr
TP Warford
Ter Steve Tan
Marly
Ter Wey
Sbetefferson
Yo Hendlerson
Syl
Paris
Haina
Tiriks
Raighis
Wallace
Mise
Livers
McMiba
Andi
Alec Ty
Mise Hayd
Goorambat Gymnastic Club Reported through garbled OCR
A largely unreadable fragment references Goorambat Gymnastic Club with scattered names, places, and dates. It mentions individuals and events in a distorted sequence, but precise details, dates, or outcomes are not recoverable from legible text.
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Mr. Lewers As
Watt
Bush
Anglican Home Missions
Victorian Farmers Union
Sydney Shipowners
Lave “Eet
JU. Kramer
Redeal Prohbien Commoononer
USA
SUM
Mto
Bealla
Tiree
Renata
America
Elf
Tesi
Weal Vet
Winow — Linn
Opti
Yeaus
Luther Williams
Luther Milian
Weheall
TV One
Contomance
Ijuota
Benalla Shire
Father Lockington
Paca W. J. Lockingtui
Mellonene
Lockingtow
Iifnat Guessiog
Angelies
Amnitier
Phe
EMU Bridge
Goorambat Gymnastic Club
HUTA
Den
Nantes
Victori
Prof
Berry
Melbourne University
Itenian Antibuuer League
Gelline Street
Malbaueno
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