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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 30, 1936

Page

4

Woman Blinded Grazier's Wife on Trial

Kathleen Larkin, 51, wife of a Quambone grazier, faced police court on a charge of throwing caustic soda at governess Josephine Blackett, causing severe burns and eventual eye removals. Evidence cited a June 4 incident and a saner account of the assault as Miss Blackett suffered critical injuries.

Kathleen Larkin Grazer Josephine Esther Blackitt Kenneth Groom Coommble Miss Blackett

Cyclist Injury Mystery Linked to Bartow Cricketer

A case in Queanbeyan involving Bartow a prominent footballer and cricketer remains unclear after a bicycle accident. The cyclist claims a fall while free-wheeling caused his injuries, with a damaged front wheel and broken chain. A witness, Daniel James Larkin, 12, saw a governess in a car at the time. The governess was committed for trial on bail set at £200.

Bartow Queanbeyan Beyan Abe Coonamble Daniel James Larkin Takin Miss. Larkin

Gunnedah Chamber leader critiques government over subdivision delay

President of the Gunnedah Chamber of Commerce Mr Wranga or McG stressed the difficulty of lower settlement policy and lamented government ministers publicly condemning Cabinet for not pushing subdivision. He argued the criticism is unjust and the country would be better served by consistent action.

Gunnedah Rhom Wrigge McG Gunnedah Chamber of Commures Wi Penthel Mr. Wranga Atba Tascathy

Emigration Trends Show Decline in Commonwealth Losses

The Commonwealth Statistician Dr. Wilson reports a substantial drop in population loss by migration. For the six months ended June 30, 1936, there were 3428 more departures than arrivals, down 2895 from the prior half-year. British whites accounted for 82.2 percent of arrivals and 87.4 percent of departures, with permanent arrivals totaling 6366 and permanent departures 6470.

Commonwealth Australia Grecka

Australia surpasses one million ounce gold output in 1935-36

Commonwealth Statistician Dr Roland Wilson reports Australia produced 11,058,731 fine ounces of gold in 1935-36 valued at £14,224,000 in Australian currency. Figures may be revised. The year ends a long recovery from a low in 1929-30, with production and value rising markedly since 1908 peak.

Australia Commonwealth Statistician Roland Wilson Industriali Wilson Commonwealth

Testimonial on Morse Indian Root Pills for Constipation

Mim Jean Johnson of Cameron Mt Balmain UNLV writes a testimonial claiming relief from long standing constipation after using Morse Indian Root Pills. She urges others to try the product and expresses gratitude for its apparent effectiveness.

Mim Jean Johnson Cameron Mt. Balmain Unlv Boing & Wuffever Tréen Tom Sue

Man Found Unconscious After Vehicle Incident on Uriarra Road

Bastow was located in a damaged state on Uriarra Road near Black Creek late Monday. A passing lorry driver carried him toward his home at West Belconnen where he was assisted to a gate and stated he would be at Inigat. He was later found unconscious and taken to hospital. Police believe he was struck by a motor vehicle.

Bastow Uriarra Road Black Crea Bia Westybeyan Inigat Frater Joe

Junior Rugby League Visit of Goulburn Team

A sketchy note outlines a junior rugby league visit by the Goulburn team. Local players prepare for a friendly match and related training events amid light preparations and coaching plans.

Goulburn

New Zealand Migrants Refused Entry to Australia

Customs officials exercise discretionary power to deny entry to New Zealanders arriving at Marame who lack sufficient funds. Authorities say the case is not unusual and reflects policy to prevent entrants likely to rely on charity.

Australia Commonwealth Immigration Branch Sonalder New

Y W C A Notices For August Activities And Meetings

Y W C A announces a dance on August 5 in the Lady Hopetoun Room with good member attendance expected. A mem bers night on August 13 features an illustrated talk on Palestine by J C Stephen. A racial afternoon is planned August 7, and a bridge afternoon on September 7. Tap dancing dates shift to August 3 and 10 due to Havana. Social and finance committees meet September 4 and 7 respectively. No rug making August 8. resumes August 12.

Y.w.ca Lady Hopetoun Palestine J.C. Stephen Molonglo W.C.A Operatic Society Havana Aliguet

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