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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1950
Page
3
The jury acquitted Mrs Helen Cogdon of murdering her daughter Patricia Cogdon. The Crown argued she killed the girl in a sleepwalking episode linked to wartime dreams. The defense claimed involuntary act under sleepwalking and insufficient proof beyond reasonable doubt.
The Anglican Men Movement in Canberra announced monthly unity singing and shows for 1001. Guests include the Archbishop of York Dr Garrbutel. Officers named: President Dr E G Burgmann. vice-presidents Archdeacon HK Davien and Rev Border. secretary KE Roberta. treasurer J Groner. committee members H Boeagie W J F Atkinson and W Lovett.
All 18 passengers and four crew members listed since December 15 are found dead. Included is Australian born statistician Abraham Ward of Columbia University and his wife. The tragedy closes with the full casualty toll confirmed.
Cyril Bernard Constance a cleaner of Balcombe Street Queanbeyan had his licence restored after it was suspended for driving under the influence. He told the court he needed the licence to drive home after late duty at the Department of Health. The case noted prior convictions and the restoration followed.
An unidentified man was arrested last night after a collision with a stationary cable outside Parliament House and charged with dangerous driving. He is expected to appear in Canberra Court this morning.
Frederick James Clark, 22, of Thornton, was sentenced to two years in gaol for the manslaughter of Eric John Trotter, 28, of Sunshine, after he ran down the victim near Bacchus Marsh on September 24 following a brawl said to be revenge. One companion was released on bond, another was remanded for medical examination, and three men faced the Criminal Court.
In Sydney on a Wednesday report indicates miners in Victoria and Tasmania will gain over £1 weekly for ten shifts. The Miners Federation General President Mr I Wil lame called the award an important step forward in industrial relations.
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