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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 01, 1940

Page

3

Australian doctor faces twelve charges in Stoke-on-Trent case

Andrew Gibson, also known as Harry Cecil Rutherford Darling, appeared at Stafford Assizes with twelve charges including manslaughter over the December 21 death of Gladys Hobottom and false certificates. The court adjourned for further medical qualification evidence and to verify identity with Australian records.

London Stafford Justice Hawke Andrew John Gibson Harry Cecil Rutherford Darling Trail Stoke-on-Trenton Stoke-on-Trent City Poteii Gladys Ada Elizabeth Hobottom Australia Gilbert Griffiths Gibson Sydney University Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Australia Griffiths

Queensland timber prices fixed by Commonwealth order

An order by the Commonwealth Prices Commissioner fixes maximum prices for Queensland hoop and bunya pine logs and sawn timber for outside Queensland markets. The rule sets price levels as of August 31 1999 with adjustments per 300 super feet log and excludes timber used for butter boxes.

Commonwealth Queensland Queensland Timber Export Association

Corruption in Council Alleged in Watering Down Permit Case

In Sydney a case details alleged bribery involving Thomas Fatrick Powell of Leslie T Fowell and Co. Pty. Ltd. and council aldermen over a permit linked to Watering Orew. Defendants John Cohen Jon Neilson and Ernest Nevin pleaded guilty to offences as Detective-Sergeant Leary observed a sting at a Waterloo factory. Powell claimed an envelope contained 150 and that a council majority would approve, with Nevin saying the board had the power to grant the permit. Further hearing adjourned.

Sydney Waterloo John Cohen Jon Neilson Ernest Nevin Leary Sehert Powell Nevin Uderman Cowell Leary Thomas Powell Leslie T. Powell Nellen Neilon Neilan

Relief Society outlines milk aid and funding needs in Canberra

The Canberra Relief Society reports a large rise in expenditures driven by free milk distribution to needy families. Milk costs reached £850 last year from £170 prior, with heavy outlays also for clothing boots and general financial aid. The annual meeting at Albert Hall chaired by Lieut.-Col. J. T. H. Goodwin discussed government funding resistance and sought broader public support.

Canberra J. T. H. Goodwin Albert Hall Meésdaniel Daley Gourgaud Dr. Nott Liew Itu Australian Wear Memorial Health Inventor, Treasury, Trade and Customs Prime Minists Department City Bowing Club Acton J. B. Young Limited Snows Limited E. W. Parsong T. Turner Minister For the Intenor L. W. Nott A. W. Ayrton J. F. Grinadale A. R. Townsend P. A. Gourgaud D. P. Israel Mesars J. O'Keafe W. M. Adamson P. Gourgeod W. J. Mildenhall A. C. Joyce H. F. Morris R. D. Grattan Adameon

Canberra Bus Services Deputation Seeks Timetable Amendments

A deputation from the Canberra Trades and Labour Council pressed for an amended timetable to suit workers commuting to and from work. The group suggested extending the bus service to Griffith, Westridgs and Amalie subdivisions and asked the Transport Branch to consider provisions for children's strollers on buses.

Canberra’ Trades and Labour Council Teese Canburra Omnifon Griffith Westridgs Amalie Transport Gonakder

Northbourne team to play Causeway tomorrow morning

Northbourne travels to Causeway for a morning match listing players Byrne Wilson Marriott Rees Murray Kapsticks Goodall Mulligan Armstrong and Kelly two.

Northbourne Causeway Byrne Wilson Marriott Rees Murray Kapsticks Goodall Mulligan Armstrong Kelly

Surf Rescue At Poni Hospital: Courage By Jean Smith

Miss Jean Smith, 19, a hotel worker, displayed courage in saving waiter Harry Hutlington from a strong undertow at Poni beach. While swimming with Hutlington, he encountered difficulty and cried for help. Lifesavers arrived as she assisted him before rescue crews reached them.

Sydney Thursby Jean Smith Hary Hutlington Poni Huddington

Rescued Teen Huddington Revived After Water Incident

A teen, Huddington, had his head above water for 10 minutes before beachgoers pulled him ashore unconscious. He was revived by artificial respiration and admitted to hospital for treatment.

Huddington

Hospital Sister Tait Elected Leader Of Ambulance Staff

Canberra hospital and ambulance staff vote to elect Sister Tait as their leader. A meeting at the new work and ambulance station in Forrest was held to organize support for the election set for Friday April 18. The Albert Hall venue was reserved for a grand final rally on Thursday April 48.

Talt Canberra Red Cross Lance Whursday Irk Forrest Ganise Tait Albert Hall

Manuka Football Club Meeting At Hotel Wellington

The twelfth annual meeting of the Manuka Football Club was held at the Hotel Wellington on a weekday evening. Absence of members on service reduced turnout but the committee reported a successful past season and looked ahead to prospects for the coming year.

Manuka Hotel Wellington Campa Paris Moroni Faa Kato Amompet Dave Seaton

Queanbeyan Fund Supports Local Community Effort

A Queanbeyan fund aims to aid a local community project. The fragment mentions a Manilol day and involvement of several individuals, including Mr. with phrases indicating collection or distribution of funds for communal needs.

Queanbeyan Fund Queanbeyan

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