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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 21, 1958
Page
6
A man pleads guilty to passing a worthless cheque in Australia. Griffith faced charges of vagrancy and deception after attempting to pass a cheque for about £4 to Yarralumba Butchers manager Turner. He admitted the cheque was valueless and was ordered to pay compensation.
Sydney reports Mr Heffron argues university grants are inevitable but should not infringe on university autonomy. He urges grants fund operation while preserving academic freedom and denies federal meddling in university decisions.
On February 22 a motorcyclist was fined £25 for speeding at 65 mph while on a learner permit. He claimed haste to vote at hospital for his girlfriend and admitted only a learner permit. Others in the speeding fines included Zack Berssenyi and Deakin, both £10, and several local residents.
A fragmentary report notes a £175 missing after a ceremony where a woman blessed notes. Police investigate the theft amid unsettled crowd. details unclear due to damaged text.
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