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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 18, 1931

Page

2

Wrongful arrest woman verdict in Sydney case

In Sydney on Wednesday a jury in Justice Stevens court awarded the plaintiff 150 pounds against Waters Ltd Paddington for wrongful arrest and imprisonment. Emily Dickenson wife of the ex mayor claimed 1000 pounds in damages after being accused of stealing a bottle of celery salt. The defendant pleaded not guilty and entered a justification.

Sydney Juntice Stevens Bimily Dickenson Paddington Waters Ltd Mrs. Marshall Une

YWCA Notes on Games Night and Activities

The YWCA reports a members games night featuring ping pong volley ball and miniature golf with a new game called piffer. Miss Marsie Godfrey will discuss the Girl Citizens movement and volunteers are urged to help with programs. The children's library is expanding with Mrs Piggin lending books on Saturday mornings.

Bealdea Pingel Ong Piffer Mia Hunter Sail Misa Mary Puller Ax Bupper Marsie Godfrey Cotamo Clamees Dbeginning Ork Wilkinnom Tillyand

Slander Claim In Waterloo Council Case Reaches Verdict

A jury in the Banco Court awarded 8 farthings in damages to the plaintiff in a dispute where Alderman Daniel Mulcahy, Waterloo Mayor, sought £2000 from Alderman Michael Donnellan over alleged slander. Mulcahy accused Donnellan of misusing a labor movement while Donnellan labeled Mulcahy a cur and denounced his conduct as self-glorification.

Sydney Weaneada Banco Danieel Mulcahy Waterloo Michael Tepnellan Waterloo Council Mulcahy Donnellan

Bookmakers face cuts as tote betting rises

Report notes discussions on reducing bookmakers amid straight-out tote adoption. Observers say competition among bookmakers increases as starting price betting expands and tax affects profitability, recalling the AKC cut from 110 to 80 previously.

Aydney Weanenday Mtte Thy Alc Amon AKC

Moone's Emerald Oil Promises Vein Relief

Advert says two-ounce Moone's Emerald Oil and pills restore veins and bunches to normal. Claims speedy improvement with home use and long lasting comfort, targeting disappointed customers seeking refunds after purchase.

Moone Mme

Adelaide Tailoring Company opens Canberra branch

An Australian firm with roots in Adelaide since 1897 expands its high class tailoring to Canberra. The Adelaide Tailoring Company Limited plans a new branch in Arcade Manuka led by director J. L. Glick. A special cutter from Sydney joins to ensure quality as Canberra residents welcome the enterprise.

Adelaide Adelaide Tailoring Company Limited Commonwealth A.T.C West Australia Victoria New South Wales J. L Glick Canberra Manuka Sydnay Thas Glick Adelaide Tailoring Company Ltd The the Arcade

Reading Of Coward Play By Canberra Arts Society

Members of the Canberra Society of Arts and Literature described Noel Coward's The Marquise as witty and stylish in a Monday evening reading. The group praised the ensemble, including Mrs Vincent and Sir Roland, for capturing the author’s wit and charm, while noting plans for a future film project with Mr Inoue in Japan.

Canberra Society of Arts and Literature Noel Coward Wakittiah Marquize Mary Tempest Criterion Theatre Vincent Counta Dickson Ar. R.A. Broinowski Runnin Marquise Affaira Adrienna Jacques Rijer Miguel Roland Norman Woods He. White Whelen Hubert

Minister opens three labs at Glenfield Wetlands Station

The Minister for Agriculture Mr Sunn officially opened Magarvin Smith laboratories at the Glenfield Wetland Research Station on Wednesday AYDNEY, in the presence of many representatives from agricultural and pastoral bodies.

Aydney Mr Sunn Magarvin Smith Glenfield Wetlnery Research Station

Rugby Challenge Accepted by Group 9

Junior, Wednesday. The challenge by the secretary of the Rugby group was accepted for an interclub match between representatives of Sydney and Group 9, with the president of Group approving.

Rugby Challenge Ine Riedy Daskane Mr. Miller Inbroh Repre Bentuniven Sydney Group Uri. Aten

Broadc asting Schedule From Sydney and Melbourne

A historic radio programme listing for June 1 shows a dense slate from 7 to 11 pm including musical performances by orchestras and soloists, sports notes, news and weather, and talks on cooking, books, and science. The timetable features performers like Clive Amadio and Sonia Chortiakaf with segments across Melbourne and Sydney networks.

Sydrey Munio Nowe AVILC Senta Chortiaka Melbourne Stock Exchange Munic Crace Wilson Yale University Mine i. Noble Mins J. F. Grete Bijou HE. Mcott Hennett Old J. Stanley Roger Tall St Paula Cathedral Shak Eureka Rod McGregor FC Sydney Emmerht

Fatal stabbing case opens with man charged at trial

A coroner’s inquiry into a fatal stabbing on William Street heard testimony from Bruce McCormack who described a struggle at a doorway on May 1. Frederick van and Thomas Went identified suspects while Alfre Dillon was ordered to face murder charges. Matthew Fuley was discharged.

Cecil Motormack Willian Rourke Bruce McKmi William Street Mnoene Frederick van Woalomooloe Chatty Wil Huta Birest McCormack Burke Ryan Hyan Thomax Gruns Waises King’s Cross Bourke Alfre Dillon Matthew Fuley Muller

Stole Girls Money Letter Promises Return

A man who took four small sums from the Abbotsford girls last Saturday wrote offering to return the money. He sent the note to the Abbotsford Rowing Club and named no address for repayment.

Bydney Abbotsford Lables Monty Handibaga Wetlon

Junior Porters Rail Service Offer to Youth

In Tamworth, railway authorities consider giving younger workers a chance in the service. Chief Commissioner MP Cleary advocates for a generation ready to assume duties, noting the need to train and appoint junior porters despite current challenges.

Tamworth Wettrailny Hie Cleary Mt Wan

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