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Newspaper
Charleville Times
Location
Charleville, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1935
Page
8
Fragmentary text describes a parish hall dance with references to a garden fate and a forth en event. The readable parts suggest a social gathering with musical or ceremonial elements, limited by the garbled OCR. No clear names, dates, or venues are discernible.
Acting Sergeant Murphy prosecuted the case noting the complainant denied knowledge of receiving the watch though he admitted the defendant was in his bar at about 10:39 pm on July 31st. The watch was not recovered and Byrne’s bid for bond was refused. The Bench also refused time to pay due to lack of a fixed abode.
The Charleville Police Court resumed the case of Ruby Liseman charged with the wilful murder of her husband William Liseman at Ceperacunda Arrabury. Evidence showed a volatile home, threats to poison and shoot, the shooting at about 9 pm, and post mortem findings of shotgun pellets. The defendant, her daughter Gladys, and witnesses described fear and plans to flee Windorah. The case continues as prosecutors press for trial.
Letter to the editor denounces hospital mismanagement and staff strain under the voluntary system. It cites long hours without overtime, poor nurse accommodations, and calls for accountability by the Charleville Hospitals Board as new committees assume duties amid ongoing disputes and calls for reform. It also recounts a family violence case and testimony from witnesses touching on a murder dispute near Arrabury station.
George Young, head drier for the Ciarlewilla bore, told Tima that boring resumed Tuesday after an interruption last week. With 59 ton hydraulic rigs, casing was freed after being wedged by sand. By 2 PM Friday the depth stood at 308 feet and drilling continued with sand delaying progress. another 160 feet of 8 inch casing remains to be inverted.
The Courier-Mail forecasts for Albion Park tomorrow favor High Drama and Red Tor in the Fourth Division, Arden's Pride and Semetic in the First, and Wearwell and Lee Wind in the Second. Other entries include Royal Runioon, Kellspear, and Grand Mac among multiple divisions with names like Monarch, Amberace, and The Crown among purses and plates. The event list covers seven furlongs and one mile formats with a packed card at Brisbane’s Albion Park.
Final reminder to horse owners that Wyandra races nominations for August 23 and 24 close with secretary Theo Nantes tomorrow at 6 pm. No acceptance fee for the Airlie Hack Handicap listed as the event on the second day.
Langio branch of the WA sponsors a popular dance at Langio on August 1. The event promises a large attendance with Supper provided. The venue and full details are listed elsewhere in this notice.
Elmes visited Lissaman’s hut with Henry and Keith. After a shot fired at the hut morning of the 18th, Elmes discovered Lissaman dead. The defendant allegedly told him you can go and look at him shot Bit. Committed for trial to the Criminal Sittings of the Circuit Court in Charleville on September 3. Bail not applied for, but a Supreme Court bail request is anticipated.
Constables Finn Reevis and accompanying party endured a grueling trek from Innamincka to Dead Man's Creek and Cooper Creek. They faced waters six to seven miles wide, night spells, and a perilous return crossing, transporting the body of Hauskard and assisting Mrs Litsaman and three children amid flood conditions.
Proceedings of a Charleville Hospital committee meeting with E Tidewell re elected president and a long list of committee members. Annual report and balance sheet discussed. Life membership offered to Lockett. debate over whether hospital should stay voluntary or come under a board. Government funding questioned amid hints of a grant for a new hospital.
The Mayor iA Allen and Mesers Noyes and P.M. traveled by car from Quilpie on Tuesday. Sub Inspector O riscoll rode the train to Charleville from Quilpie on Wednesday. Mr and Mrs W J OBrien and Mite K O’Brien left for Brisbane on Monday. Mr S Baker of Toowoomba is relieving Mr OBrien at Charlville. Mr Moore of Milo station and Mr K Alair retired by car on Sunday for New South Wales. Aviatrix HW EK landed at Charleville on Tuesday after a 4000 mile solo outback flight, then left for Brisbane on Wednesday. Lyndhurst resident Lk D Morehall, recovering from influenza, remains confined to his room.
Deep regret in Charleville district as William John Grice died in Charleville Hospital. Born October 5 1865 in Mackesfield Cheshire he arrived in Brisbane at 29 and worked as a carriage builder before joining Western Carrying Co Charterville. He served 42 years in Odd Fellows, becoming Grand Master of the Darling Downs District. Survived by widow and seven children Charlie James William Frank Florrie Hannah and John. Funeral with Odd Fellows rites.
The Premier Mr W Forgan Smith announced on Tuesday that a decision would take effect from August 1. The statement outlines the intended policy shift and its timing.
A committee considers whether to raise sufficient funds for a new hospital building or additions, asking if government subsidies apply to subscriptions. The vote supports seeking funds and gaining government influence for grants, with a plan to keep the hospital voluntary if support aligns with government terms. Painting expenditures and building maintenance are debated within budget constraints.
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