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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1927
Page
10
In Cairns a crowded court continued evidence in the Sachs Street fire case with Walter Keeble, Wallace, and others under cross examination. The Crown and defense presented lengthy testimonies, detailing travel, payments, and alleged plans related to the house fire and related fraud.
The prosecution quoted a defendant’s police statement detailing a quarrel over a theatre date, an umbrella assault, strangulation, and a theft. Sir Bernard Spilsbury testified death came from strangulation while other testimonies discussed a separate draughts record and court irregularities.
Detected sensational shooting at South Johnstone dominates a morning court session. Three men faced charges linked to a suspected attempt to kill, with preliminary evidence showing a gun discharged at a target. Bail was granted in several related cases amid ongoing inquiries and safety concerns.
Canberra reports the War Office has chosen an Australian firm for a December start supplying 8 tons of frozen beef to the Mediterranean Command. The Home Command tender is expected to follow with Australian exporters aiming to bid for the contract.
Brisbane dispatch reports ongoing proceedings as parliamentary business continues. The October date indicates brisk legislative activity with anticipated decisions and potential policy notes shaping discussions.
In a morning summons the Industrial Scandaen case at Cantab breach of the award is noted. Mr EK resented again as defendants argue an incident at a shop where a beef sale occurred. Witness Laws reports arriving at 7.55 am and observing two shops with a seller. Contendents admit selling beef leading to a court appearance and expenses claimed.
Major Bailey White, his wife, their four year old child, and a five year old nurse died in a devastating blaze that consumed much of the house. Firefighters arrived as the structure burned, drawing hundreds of onlookers to the scene.
A two shop dwelling at Port Melbourne caught fire in the early hours. Mrs Edwards, 4, perished after her clothing ignited on the stairs while awakening others. Her husband and two immigrant families escaped via a verandah and front window, but Mrs Edwards died in hospital. Fire brigade contained the blaze. meanwhile the tragedy left occupants narrowly safe with one fatality.
During a four hour blaze the Cairns Brigade battled a fire originated at a smelust site near Sweakel Sawmills. Fire Board advised, chief officer deployed No 2 saving, engine pumped water from the river, and a meteor was summoned to assist after riverbank sinking.
A man was electrocuted when a live wire fell across his neck and died before hospital arrival. Dr Rattan attempted resuscitation but could not restore his heart. Earlier, the doctor successfully revived a patient after ten minutes of death during surgery, with the patient now progressing well.
African Parliament in Cape Town enters the new session with sharp exchanges over the government’s proposals. The Opposition pushed back on a government motion, while the group led by General Sene ts faced a decisive defeat on a flag issue, signaling tense political dynamics.
Brisbane October 14 Abe A bil seeks amendment to the law on sale and le jon for 1097 to 1901 to regulate certain lar a wa e feed the tent in the Assembly. Mr ford stated the measure aims to provide protection to the matters of Terres Strate and related duties mentioned in the debate.
In Canberra the House of Representatives resumes debate on a bill affecting the Commonwealth Bank. Labor leaders challenge the measure as dangerous to national credit, while government supporters argue it serves the public interest by reforming the bank’s governance and credit conditions.
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