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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1935
Page
3
The Court of Criminal Appeal refused leniency for Olive May Gilson who was convicted of poisoning her husband at Chatswood. The judge found the act of murder heinous, but the appeal argued the sentence was excessive. The court upheld the original punishment of more than five years.
Fragmentary report details agitation over remodeling at Brassey House. Residents object to privacy breaches during interior work and question the Interior Department’s authority and process. The deputation questions modernization plans and urges formal safeguards despite ongoing renovations.
The 1935 88 swimming season launches Friday with high expectations for a record year. Andrew Charitin is captain and honorary coach as the club plans extended training and a new Thursday night series. Last year's champions train hard, aiming to defend titles in middle distance events while divers seek stronger facilities and higher standards.
The no0th State Lottery draw occurred in Sydney on Friday. Major prizes listed include First Prize 89502 awarded to Wheat Fickis Syndicate with H. Melbny of Pitt Street, Sydney, Second Prize 95079 to Dick Syndicate with Moran of Cowper and Clarence River, Third Prize 0263 to Dalain Syndicate with station at Wondabing, and Fourth Prize 47870 to Elon Byncheste and Mrs J Williams of Botany. The 800th lottery is scheduled for Tuesday next.
A garaged notice describes a newly added service at Tayment's Garage focusing on mileage inspection and value. The terse item notes the service as worthwhile and stresses practical car care.
William James Pirle Stack, a business manager, was fined £10 in the Tyamle Court for driving a car in a dangerous manner. The testimony included remarks about crime statistics and comparisons between deaths from murderers and car accidents.
India tour Australia excels at Colombo as Frank Tigrant’s team opens with a solid batting win. Australia’s Ryder and Oxenham lead with key all round effort, while Ceylon’s bowlers and fielding falter. Weather turns glorious as Hyder and Gunaseker excel with the ball, but the visitors secure a comfortable first-innings advantage.
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