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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 25, 1936

Page

4

Tearful Plea For Release In Australian Bankruptcy Case

In Sydney, Mrs. Amy Edols tearfully pleaded with Judge Lukin in the Bankruptcy Court to release her after serving nearly two years for contempt and fraud. She insisted she had no assets to disclose, while the judge noted she had sworn to assets of £45,000 and pressed for full disclosure. The court adjourned to reconsider the request as Mrs Edols broke into tears, urging forgiveness while her husband and wardress watched.

Sydney Amy Edols Lukin Edols

Queanbeyan and Yarrolumia councils eye major works

Queanbeyan Municipal Council and Yarrolumia Shire Council are debating borrowing under the recent amending act to fund drainage, water, stock, roads, bridges, and possibly a municipal swimming pool. They consider Brindabella Road renovation to boost tourism while awaiting government subsidies to councils.

Queanbeyan Canhae Wort Tof Queenbeyan Tti Shire of Arrolumia Brindabella N.8.w

Working Hours Inquiry to Probe Reducing Hours in Australia

Federal inquiry to study general reduction of working hours across Australia. A conference will include state employers, labour reps, an economist, a medical man, and a consumer representative, plus Commonwealth and Customs officers. Sittings will be private, with expert input and possible recommendations for social and economic impact.

Melbourne Bis Lyon Commonwealth Attetralla Australia

Heat Wave Sweeps State With Central Readings Near Century

A brutal heat wave gripped the state with many inland centers near 100 degrees. Canberra and Queanbeyan posted the hottest day in three years, Queanbeyan reaching a century and Canberra 96.4. Forbes hit 107 while Yass logged 109 degrees as higher western readings were reported. The Weather Office cautioned stagnant, dry northerly conditions and anticipated cooler spots in the south, with isolated thunderstorms expected in the northeast.

Iland Mares Canberra Quasabeyan Queanbeyan Adam New South Wales Forbes Yass

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