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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1920
Page
3
Vacancies listed for workers at Moodie Manufacturing Co. Employment seekers urged to register at the Labor Bureau on Carrier Street with details needed for placement.
The Benalla region debates power supply for industry amid coal shortages. Water power from Nillahcootie or the Kiewa schemes is urged to secure irrigation, domestic supply, and flood control while easing industrial growth. Proposals include weaving mills powered by water, reducing rail coal reliance, and exploring storage near Benalla.
Commonwealth government action on industrial disputes reported with 13 000 workers in Victoria affected by overtime demands. Newspaper notes halted races at Richmond due to rain and outlines a compromise on wharf labor with future pickups at ship's side. Government loan totals and Melbourne market prices listed with limited detail.
The death occurred Friday at his daughter's home Mitcholt Street Benalla of Thomas Dixon aged 61. Born in Ireland in May he came to Australia in 1870. He ran a boot and shoe business in Melbourne then moved to Berelli and later Turkestraat Melkburn. He contested a local seat in 1877 polling 207 votes but lost by about six votes. Survived by one daughter Margareth Dixon the funeral was held in Goasila cemetery with service by Rev Meyore and arrangements by Mr Abboll.
Mrs Moloney Te of Si. James, longtime resident of the district, died on a Friday morning train trip from Melbourne to her home. The fare was believed to be due to an Interexl complaint and prior medical advice, but the journey proved too exhausting. Her son Mr Molouay of the Victorian Producers, Ollion, Ss. Jama, has received many sympathy messages.
News comes of the death on Thore day of Mrs Charlotts Patterson wife of Mr George Patterson of Woodlands Greta at Weatham Private Hospital Wangaretta She had earlier suffered waves of chest pain and was treated at the hospital Her passing at 56 ends years of farm life and community service She was a devoted Methodist and active in charity wartime efforts The Patterson family expresses deep sympathy as friends remember a kindly neighbor and mother with strong local ties
Williamstown High School pupils arrived by train to tour Beulah, meet the local students, and attend a dinner at the high school. They were welcomed by Mr Watera and staff, with tours to gardens and plots and remarks from senior officials.
In a school match attended by a large crowd, Benalla girls beat Williamstown 22 to 18 after a see-saw game. Benalla led by 9 8 at halftime, then trailed 14 4 before rallying, with strong forward play and a late burst securing the silver cup for two years in the Metropolitan Schools Association.
Benalla defeated Williamstown 9 5 to 6 l in a high tempo AFL style encounter. O Shea starred for Benalla with multiple goals while Bonalla and O Shea combined for key scores. Williamstown fought back led by Binks and Barnstihl but were unable to overturn the deficit.
A wedding took place at St Hiuvicks Warpaiatia between Miss Marnarer Eileen M Auliffe and Mr Edward Griffiths of Greta West. The bride wore a cream silk dress with wreath and bouquet of white carnations. bridesmaids wore voile with pink accents. The groom and party, including host Mr Peter Griffiths and groomsman Mr Joseph Maulite, attended. the couple left for Sydney after the ceremony. The couple will reside Greta West.
A garbled events list outlines concerts and recitals in September at Shire Hall and nearby venues. Entries mention Blind Concert, Bays Band, Davee in Dell hall, Organ recital at St Andrew's Church, and a Winton concert among others, with dates spanning 8th to 29th September.
An announcement to Representatives reported that a Royal commission has been appointed to investigate the entire incidence of Commonwealth taxation. It will inquire into duties and report on amendments to place the system on a sound basis, with aims including harmonisation with State taxation, special consideration for primary producers, and simplification of tax procedures.
During the 1919 10 season appraised prices for greasy wool averaged 15 6d per pound with clean wool at 26 7d or 47 below the flat rate. Delivery lists note private sales centring on local accounts and preference for Turterine and finer crossbreds, while coarse grades were sought. London reports show firmer tendencies for merino and fine crossbreds. opens up 5 per cent, better wools sought, coarse grades steady. Retention terms set at 1 per cent and 2 per cent. payment of 10d per kilo on the 22nd.
The annual Benalla Gun Club event at Sitapday drew a wood mram by Hinson. Daphne on the toad round won the first prize of £6, with Mre de D. M'Kenza securing second (£4) as club president. Third went to AW Meadue (£1). A list of other prizewinners and exhibitions followed, noting multiple shooters and the event’s notable double-risa display.
Sporting cricket note reports the Uonatte Atiake Club’s Saturday match postponed due to rain. The Lovells Foothill taxis will move play by day, as a special rate won’t record in the meantime to permit several players to arrive late.
A Belfast sextet faces six year terms amid betting ring revelations linked to bookmakers in Sydney. Across Australia, crashes injure seven in Melbourne while Queensland seeks £500,000 timber bids. Protests for a 44 hour week spread in Sydney with a push for the abolition of Saturday work. An inspector in Mobile is listed as deceased, while probate is granted for Victoria Jane on May 6.
Sister Whitham presided over a Victoria gathering of the Housewife Federation on Wednesday with Mrs Jennings as secretary. The meeting praised the federation’s work and discussed plans for future organization while noting local concerns and the need for community prosperity and proper governance.
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