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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 06, 1948
Page
12
An officer jokes about Granny's eccentricity as Quirk the con man is accused of stealing a car while a town gathers. The sergeant and constable plan to act tomorrow morning as plans unfold amid anxious chatter and a distant warning shout. Storms up north are noted.
A sergeant and horseman hurried to warn townsfolk as river levels rose. News from the post office spread while the rider galloped along the main road shouting that the river was coming down. The sergeant planned to signal danger by ringing the church bell.
Smiley Greevins seeks a gun with pressure from Sgt Flarman to prove responsibility for 27 months. He guides city writer Mr Quirk on a bush experience as Mrs Quirk promises help. Townsfolk coerce Granny McKinley then Quirk schemes reveal crime and theft as the plot twists unfold.
In a tense exchange a townie persuades Smiley to help hide Granny's gold after stealing sovereigns from Granny’s chest. Smiley fears exposure and the pair plan concealment as a curious roar rises from the cave, hinting at authorities closing in.
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