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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 15, 1935

Page

4

Brazen daytime New York inn robbery and strip scene

Two gunmen held up the Claremont Inn in broad daylight after gin to steady nerves. They ordered four victims to undress after forcing payroll from the cashier and three employees, then left in a car with about 3000 dollars. The dining room was crowded with tea-time guests who were not disturbed. This act followed a spate of recent robberies, beatings, and murders in the city center.

New York Claremont Inn

Insurance Claim Heard In Sydney Court

In the Iaquity Court at Sydney on Wednesday Justice Nicholas heard Mrs Josephine Malouf seek a declaration that a Mutual Life and Citizens Insurance policy did not reflect the true agreement made in 1908. She insured for £500 with the Australian Widow Fund Life Insurance Society, which later merged with the defendant, alleging nonconforming conditions. The claimant sought £90 for permanent disability and £38 weekly for 38 weeks, with the hearing adjourned.

Sydney Nicholas Iaquity Court Josephine Malouf Syria Mutual Life and Citizens' Insurance Company Fund Life Insurance Society Aident Company

East Queanbeyan Progress Association Elects Officers

At a Tuesday meeting of the East Queanbeyan Progress Association Memra A C Bower and Barber were named president and secretary pro tem. The group resolved to press for a suspension bridge near the public school to replace the flood-destroyed crossing of 1925 and to seek a swimming pool below the weir. These goals, plus other welfare matters, will be raised with the Municipal Council at its next session.

East Queanybeyan East Queanbeyan

Fred Perry in U S A New York Engagements and Davis Cup plans

Fred Perry arrived in New York stating he will not turn professional and will consider offers. He would play for England in defense of the Davis Cup in 1934 if selected. Vincent, the American minister, is said to be engaged. Perry notes decisions depend on meetings soon in America.

New York F. J. Perry England Thlen Vincent Fred Perry Rha

Farewell Gathering of Dairymen at Canberra

Menara D Murray and J R Gouge were bid farewell at the Soldiers Club by Canberra Dairy Society and friends. Chairman T B Shakespeare presented fountain pen tributes. Murray spoke of ten years building up the dairy, Gouge announced new dairy plans near Wollongong, as Frederiksen and family prepared to take over the Measter Dairy.

Menara D. Murray J. R Gouge Canberra Dairy Society and Friends T. BM. Shakespeare Guess Meranne Murray W. Carghill Kelly W. G. Woodyer P. Green Kay Gouge Daiy Wollongong Lotter Uiew Daleymen Cant My. B. Srederikwen

Maher Cup Rideley Victory Over Cootamendre Card

Maher Cup action Wednesday saw Rideley defeat Cootamendre by a margin of 31 points in a dominant performance. The match highlighted Rideley's pace and scoring efficiency as officials recorded the final tally in favor of Rideley.

Rydney Cootamendre

Coining Plant Found In City Raid

A man named Heiber Overdorf, 35, a mechanic, faced Central Court today on a charge of counterfeiting coins with intent to pass them. Detectives said officers found counterfeit coins including shillings and jubilee pieces in a house on Reeser Street. Overdorf allegedly claimed ownership of the equipment when questioned. The case involves seizure of gear valued at 100 pounds.

Sydney Reeservoir Street Heiber Overdurt Central Court Arnold Overdorf

Unusual claim ends with hotelkeeper verdict in court

In Sydney on Wednesday Judge Curlewis ruled in favor of Cecil Newsome against James Lyons in a District Court case over about £204 paid by Newsome as agent for Hutchinson the bookmaker. The hotel manager testified Lyons owed money after betting debts linked to alleged robberies and watches. Hutchinson confirmed debts over three days of racing, with Lyons denying theft claims but acknowledging the money was owed. The judge found Lyons liable for the full claimed amount.

Sydney Wedneads Cecil Joseph Newsome James D Dorlingura Witnest Hin Hutchinsot Bird Hutphinson Hutchinson Lyons Wusinews Lyon Lyonn Bhéward Mr. Jenkyn Newsome James Denia Lyons Wilfred Hutchinson Trautweln Tattersall's Curlewis

Pacific Health Conference Opens in Sydney

A Commonwealth health conference in Sydney chaired by Dr J H L Sumpaton will discuss Pacific basin health and medicine. The 1826 agenda, problem cooperation, non indigenous race issues, diet climate and native medical education will be covered, with ministers and delegates from Britain Japan Netherlands New Zealand and others attending. The event launches Pacific health cooperation and precedes a Canberra meeting and a Sydney tropical health project.

Pacific Basin Suney J. HL Sumpaton Materia W. M. Hughes Canberra Zegent Bel ‘Ne Tah Medical Association Airewdy Commonwealth Federated Y Minto de GA Rudes Ful A. AB. Peares Thea Britain Gilbert Billie Intandy F. J. Montague Japan Genzo Katoh Netherlands Wyal Indies H. de Rook China Wi Lien Teh New Zealand New Games Folk Taland Duke Northern Territory Cook Lengus of Nations Tr C. G Park New Caledonia

Message of Peace from Japan to Australia in Brisbane

Mr Katalji Debucht led a Japanese trade mission to Brisbane delivering a cordial message of friendship from Japan. He praised long standing ties, said Japan and Australia share a solid economic foundation and a unique pacific partnership. He hoped his visit would deepen mutual understanding and ensure commercial peace between the nations.

Brisbane Australia Japan Katalji Debucht Commonwealth Pacific Mr. Debucht Air Son Ift Towarns

Postage rates and air mail proposal debated

Melbourne discussions cite a shift from existing rates to ordinary postage. Estimates claim a 1,000,000 yearly impact plus a daily air mail service between capitals. Ministers reportedly weigh public interest against the proposed mail scheme amid uncertain adoption.

Melbourne Wedlaraday Trey

Huey Long Seeks Presidential Run After Nomination Decision

Washington reports Senator Huey Long has announced plans to run for president as an independent if Roosevelt is terminated or if the Republican nominee proves unsuitable. Long weighs a path that could split the party and reshape the 1936 race amid shifting Democratic support.

Washington Benator Ose Hes Italy Roosevelt

Australian heavyweight Palmer defeats Kelly on points

Ambrona Palmer, the Australian heavyweight champion, defeats Lad Kelly of America on points in six rounds at Leichhardt tonight. Palmer fought with a broken rib yet earned a clear decision, while Kelly showed visible punishment and unease throughout the match.

Rydney Wednonday Shapion Ambrona Palmer Lad Kelly America Palmer Jas Waryett Winston Alma Kally

Printed notice from Aurirale publication

Printed and published by Christophe John Shakespeare for the Federal Septal Prone of Aurirale, Lad.st ide often at the constant, Sn Guest, Braddon, Canberra.

Christophe John Shakespeare Aurirale Lad Stide The Constant Sn Guest Braddon Canberra

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