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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1931
Page
2
Reported blood stains on sticks and bones found at a Bungendore location suggest a fatal struggle. Police moved to a suspected hideout as investigators search for the victim and possible second person involved.
Sydney reporters say Reginald Anderson, 49, an engineer, was remanded at Hedfern Court after being accused of threatening with a knife and taking part in a robbery with ten other men. The incident allegedly involved assault on Frank Witham and a theft of money.
Dr Earle Page escaped serious injury when a car he rode in skidded on a greasy road near Collombard Macksville. The vehicle swung around and did not overturn as occupants were jolted with painful head injuries from hitting the hood.
In London on Wednesday a House of Commons debate centered on imperial trade questions. Major Colville, secretary to overseas trade, promised government discussions with foreign nations and binding arrangements that would avoid prejudices from abnormal importations.
Sir Hugo Hirst warned at an electrical society lunch that government action is needed as the pound fluctuates and industrial chaos continues. He advocated protection measures and a reorganization of payment systems to stabilize the economy and restore confidence.
Article explains how recording tyre serial numbers helps identify stolen tyres and assists police in solving petty thefts. It notes thieves remove tyres, marks and sizes vary, and officers urge garages and distributors to encourage owners to record tyre numbers.
Report from Kogarah Court indicates Frances Shepherd, wife of Robert Shepherd, charged with attempted murder after a Saturday wounding in Sutherland. Prosecutor opposite the husband was in a weakened condition. Defense notes prior injury to the hands and the woman remained on bail at £600.
Sydney reports a horse theft from stables at Alexandria early Sunday. Owner George Cuent seeks answers as detectives question several witnesses but have found no clues or trace of the animal.
Margaret Cumpston, pupil of Mrs. A. R. Pelera of Vanterra, earned an A past in grade tures at the Hiate Conservatorium of Music following last week’s published examination results.
An advertisement touts Moone's Hmerald Oil as a powerful remedy to reduce varicose veins and cure skin conditions. It promises rapid results in days, claims a single bottle suffices, and offers a money back guarantee through Canberra sellers A. T. Campbell and partners in Queanbeyan and surrounding towns.
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