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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1934
Page
3
An inquiry in Sydney heard testimony from Stuart Lapley, director at Theatre Union Thais, and Dayle about costs and practices in the industry. Key figures discussed government action and capital, with debate over commercial gains and redevelopment plans. The session adjourned without a decision, with officials deferring major steps.
In Sydney on Wednesday the Farmers Relief Board halted planned wool sales, citing risks to farmers and the wool market. Officials warned that delaying sales could threaten income, while Crown authorities prepare to consider oversight and possible legal action. The Wool Growers' Association and related groups seek a measured approach to stabilize prices and prevent market disruption.
A fragment describes refunds on flour stocks under a 28 per ton rate, referencing a Wales Moir Acquisition Act and minit hurt sentence context. It notes potential penalties or duties and mentions a time frame around December and public notices. Names and precise entities are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Fragmentary readable lines name local figures and places in a jumble. The text references names such as Kingston and Hesward and hints at notices or notices related material, but lacks clear action or dates. This item appears to be a damaged public notices fragment with incomplete context and no distinct event.
The report from London wool sales notes a strong advance with steady bidding as merino and coarse wools show gains. Trade observers cite buyers from Nes South Watek and Yorkshin with German buyers active, while overall volumes around 3,740 were sold amid competitive levels and renewed demand.
Sydney Wednesday wool sales show a five percent decline with mixed demand from buyers. Competition remains keen for notable lots, while a portion of stock moved privately.
Reported on a major police action, eight suspects were arrested amid a conspiracy claim tied to an organization. Court proceedings were noted with references to individuals and locations, and police stated the investigation involved multiple evidentiary steps. The accused were remanded. bail was set for the remainder of the case.
A volatile session on the Sydney stock exchange saw heavy turnover and widespread price shifts. Traders noted brisk activity with many shares advancing and others retreating as market volatility persisted throughout the day.
Fragmentary report cites a murder case in which Alexland Bayly faces charges of killing Sane Lahey and his wife. Witness Leonid Stent described tense relations with Bayly and Bayly threatening to shoot Lahey. The trial began with testimony about the pair’s disputes and a warning to stay away, with notes of other named individuals and chaotic courtroom exchanges.
Readable fragments describe a wool sale district event with names such as Merhers and Willum Avery, figures like 28d and 37 percent, and mentions Canberra and Sydney. The garbled text names Co Ltd and various entities, suggesting a historic trade listing with legible pieces about wethers and bale counts.
Sensational testimony revealed in the Perth inquest into John William Carroll’s death. The son, Charles Carroll, admitted quarrels with his father and described a violent confrontation in which a hammer was used. A mother, wife of the deceased, testified to injuries and the chaotic scene as investigators examined the events surrounding the fatal incident. The boy, Walter, claimed a suspended threat and an attempt to strike back, with continued questioning about responsibility.
An old advertisement promises relief for rough hands and irritation from housework factory work or manual labor. It promotes PL Skin Balm as soothing for sunburn windburn and after shaving and mentions a powder product for women.
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