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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 27, 1954

Page

5

Two Women Gaoled for Assault in Melbourne Case

In Melbourne on Monday two women, Mrs Ivy Wilson and Mrs Leslie Beeson, were found guilty of assault causing actual bodily harm over a plot to murder Vera Alexander King. The judge labeled Beeson a catspaw and sentenced Wilson to 18 months while Beeson received six months for merciful jury recommendation.

Melbourne Criminal Court Gavan Duity Vera Alexander King Burke Road Verh Ivy Wilson Aivereee St. Kilda Road Melebourne

Men’s competitions end in mixed results last night

In a late night schedule PMC T beat Snakes 63 to 4 with main scorers MCT, O’Donnell 26, Tracks 13, Flake Mardwick 14. Ainslie led TALC with 40 to 27 over RALC, Flatt and Hoping 12. Tathuanians drew with RMC 11 27 all, unfinished due to time. YMCA Tod YMCA 27 20. Kaloua MAL I 18 for Tev erts at YMCA TT.

PMC T Snakes O'Donnell Flake Mardwick Ainslie A Star Ainslie Graham Ralc. Flatt Tathuanians RMC YMCA Tod Ymca Mali Kaloua Teverts

Bannister Sees Great Race In Empire Games

Australian sprinter Bannister predicted a great race with rival John Landy absent from the arrival scene at Empire Village. Vancouver crowds welcomed Bannister under clear skies as English star Chris Chatiway assisted him and Landy in the mile record bid. Landy was not invited, prompting questions about the upcoming competition and the pre Empire Games athletics meeting was canceled hours before.

John Landy Hv Bitty Lindy Empire Village Bannistirs Landy Eagle Eagle Tewn and Utso Sannok

Accountant Admits £17000 Theft Amid Games Controversy

An accountant admits stealing 17000 as authorities plan to amend a case involving Australian and New Zealand athletes. The Crown proposes a revised programme ahead of competitions. Debates center on eligibility and the impact on athletes like O Dwyer as court appearances approach.

Inez Balladay New Zealand Aus Anan Yiutter Peter Denton Criminal Court O'Dwyer Gerald Ruse Empire Village Souirday Joan O'Halloran Syyning Worrisday Hurdle Ken Doubleday Perth le Athe Yyruts Hector Jon

Special Court Proceedings Report Guilty Plea

An individual pleaded guilty at a Special Court proceeding. The case involved a weapon type and related charges. The defendant faced penalties including a monetary amount and potential further legal consequences.

Sydney State Lottery Results Report

Sydney state lottery results are announced with several syndicates and ticket holders named. The report lists winners such as Me 700 Atul Time Syndicate and 4.AM8 Crude He al Syndicate, with addresses in Bourke Street Sydney and Stafford Street Duville Bay. Other entries include Netson Street Aldesville and Thourke Street Cs Ima Sixth, plus J Fone Mayfield and J A Murray Katie Street. Lottery No 9 183 will be drawn tomorrow.

Sydney Dria Atul Meg Kohannen Bourke Street McCrohan Stafford Stree Duvhie Bay Wiegen Boughton Netson Aldesville Wirth Grangell Thourke Street Csima J. Fone Mayfield Bir Cessnock J. A. Murray Eo Katies Stoad Orange Lady Luck Syndicate McGregor Whingham Singleton

Fanatics Force Patriarch in Palace Siege at Minta Egypt

Reports describe fanatics storming a palace in Minta Upper Egypt threatening the patriarch and demanding release of prisoners. Authorities say the group seized control of the palace, with negotiations underway as security forces respond and attempts to disperse the crowd.

A Caphe Cuiru Poreshep Patie Copite Nationale Ms Palice Patrareh Minta Upper Egypt

Danger In Resting Says Doctor

A doctor warns resting may be dangerous and urges caution. The article notes potential risks from infections and fatigue, with tentative references to medical experts and ongoing debates about prevention and treatment.

Hartwig Defeats Hoad in Deauville Coupe Victory

Deauville hosted a dramatic race where Hartwig of Australia defeated Hoad in the Coupe. The event featured strong showings from Brazil, Britain, Italy, South Africa, and Hungary, with notable performances by Friese and Herd. Binge Patty and Blowart contributed key results as the field navigated a demanding course.

Hartwig Deauville Ste Huctivig Australie Gonena Bevin Brazil Thitain South Afrca Haly W. Blowart

Italian Knocks Out O Keefe in Sydney Bout

Italian fighter wins by knockout against O Keefe in Sydney. The bout ends in the first round after a decisive right jab breaks through O Keefe’s guard. This marks the Italian’s third win since arriving from Australia.

O'Keefe Sydney Moniday Bert Vittseety Marian Sergi Mle Bagian Sylney Brachura Ty Auseralia Neutrad Keete Milan

Redex Officer Killed in Tragic Meekatharra Incident

A Redix officer died near Meekatharra after being found asleep at the wheel of a truck. The case, described as a contral artifeer report, notes the officer, Mr. Be-t ell, was discovered deceased while on duty. The event occurred yesterday as investigators work to determine exact circumstances.

Milton REDEX Ferth Redix Prial Be-tell

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