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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1932
Page
4
A Sydney inquiry into the Edols case reveals a web of loans and promised payments. Witnesses describe a broker’s insistence on secrecy as Mrs. Edols faces pressure over large sums tied to a Melbourne investment and a threatened loss of family fortune.
The FCT Division of the British Estiervice Legion of Australia gains representation on the reconstituted Federal Executive of the Legion, with full status now accorded alongside other divisions. Secretary Pielon announced plans for a 1990 Federal Congress in Canberra, noting amalgamations under the federal body and efforts to mobilize unemployed veterans. A register of unemployed Legionnaires will be compiled and support sought to provide employment, with the next FC T division meeting set for August 3.
Miss Mare Phillips of Lithgow won the country women’s golf championship at Kilrura today, defeating Miss Molly McLeish of Mass Vale by four and two. The consolation event was won by Mrs. A. C. Byronne of Wauchop, beating Miss C. F. Bure of Canberra. The LGIO Cup went to Myrtle Anderson who beat Miss Broinawski and others.
A ten mile road race will be conducted by the Canberra Amatom Cycling Club on the Federal Highway at the week end. Riders will be noticed of their handicap at the starting point.
Edward John Gunning and four others faced charges after police found mutton in a kitchen oven and a hidden cache on July 4 near Canberra Road. Key witnesses Maxwell Newton and Rexinuid Newton testified, with all five denying knowledge of the meat. Gunning admitted ownership of a chest with blood and meat traces.
After a bridge party a civil engineer and a constable were found dead in a Bas videre lodging. The scene involved high stakes and a chef wife, with another man identified from Hampstead. The case cited feeding failures and financial losses linked to a July incident as defendants were discharged for insufficent evidence.
Queanbeyan and Grammar School compete in a day of hockey at Reid Park Queanbeyan with games at 2 15 p m Kingston Maroons and York Park meet Kingston Whites clash Grammar School back in form and aiming to lift standings Umpires Crapo Welch and others listed Kingston Maroons likely to press for top result while Kingston Whites seek to emulate recent wins and solidify position
In Sydney on Monday the jury disagreed on the charge of breaking and entering against Ray Abbott an 18 year old labourer. The case was heard again before Judge Curteis's court and after a ten minute retirement the jury returned a guilty verdict Abbott was sentenced to 12 years imprisonment.
Melbourne labor leaders threaten a clothing trade strike after telling employers to grant pay standards set by the Archpranon Court. The contention centers on proposed weekly wages of 2/8 for men and 1/4 for women and framed as a response to recent rent costs.
London wool sales report heavy turnout with about 10 008 bales offered and 7 365 sold. The sale featured a notable attempt at price stability amid home and continental inquiries, with prices described as fully firm and stable.
The Grand Toda of on South Wales will be represented by VL Wor, J. W. Bouin, D.O.M., and V. Wor, Ure, J. Birtwit, G. Tromm. They will be accompanied by members of Lie P.M. Chaptees V. Wor, Bro, C.H. Stonker, grand Heeretary and 1G. Prosident of the Grand Coupe or Awaratiay.
The passage details large scale library spring-cleaning efforts. It notes the Firstiwl Move Abracy containing about 3,200,000 books on fifty miles of shelves, with seventy men visiting daily and dust removed. It also mentions Wyeth National Library with over 6,000,000 items and Hux flay Bite Library with about 4,800,000 books plus 12,000 manuscripts.
National football coverage centers on Goulburn, boosted by key players Rourke Gamble Dallan tyne Smith Musquinny and the double trio Bean Stanley and Thomas. A town clash at Deanery Grounds could draw record attendance if weather holds.
The report notes a jail sentence for a car minder linked to a NSW dairy function theft case. Charles Anderson, 44, described as a top dairy producer, faced multiple theft charges after police linked him to allegedly taking items from cars. The magistrate labeled him a confirmed thief.
The trial opens amid charges that four Black brothers murdered a white man named Herbert, with testimony indicating Watt fled with accomplices prior to the crime, and a savage confrontation at Porkreambed Woods where rifles were fired. The case, dated around December, unfolds with alleged acts of violence and pursuit.
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