Alleged False Pretences Acquitted In Australian Court
In Brinkworth near Forbes on July 17 1922 Robert Arthur Pearse on bail faced two charges of false pretence. He allegedly obtained a cheque from John Fergus Pearse and attempted to obtain 1000 pounds by a letter said to be from Gladys Pearse. The case featured detailed police testimony and cross examination, with Pearse claiming involvement by a man named Howard. Pearl-like testimony and findings led to an acquittal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Focal
Robert Arthur Pearse
Temand
Brinkworth
Forbes
Howard
John Fergus Pearse
J. B. Pearse
Bank of New South Wales
Gladys Pearse
Meillon
Blanchield
Chisholm
Bd Pearse
Mary
Pearse
Orange
Jim
Jin
Mary White
Wccused
Accuaed
Garema
Pearce
White's
Billy Pearse
Grinkworth
Bathurst
Mellion
Gladys
Bank cheque for £1000 links to Forbes case and Bob Howard
Debates in Forbes court reveal a forged or misdated cheque drawn by J F Pearse for £1000 in favor of a man calling himself HR Howard. Bank staff, including Luke Clemens and Debbie, testifying about endorsement, date, and handwriting, place the accused with Stitt and Pearses, while various witnesses trace a courier to Bathurst and a stock transaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menlon
Luke Clemens
Bank of N.E.W
Forbes
R.A. Pearse
Dobbin
Bathurst
Stitt
Bob Howard
Pearse
Lils
Meilion
Hili
Pearses
Chewme
Tio
Dilly Pearse
Anid
J. F. Pearse
Mr Howard
Bank of Australasia
HR. Howard
Tonether
Gladys Brenda Pearse
John Fenton Pearse
Russell Street
Bathurat
Gladys
Hugh Walter Stilt
Grazier
Boyd
Howard
Josaph Girdham
Garema
Boyd Homestead
Mulqueeneys
Crook
Mr. White
Furious Driving Case at Forbes Court
J. P. Devenish for the defendant pleaded guilty to driving a motor car at a furious pace. He was hurriedly transporting a late bride to church. A fine of 10 shillings and 8 pence costs of court were imposed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. PF. Devenish
Moloney
Assault Case Richard O Connor v Michael Shields heard ex parte
Plaintiff testified that an assault occurred in the kitchen of the Bushmans Home at South Forbes on July 17. The court fined the defendant £1 with costs. default of payment incurred seven days hard labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard O'Connor
Michael Shields
Bushman
South Forbes
T.M
Small Debts Verdict for Baldock Against Besnard
A. J. Baldock sues N. H. Besnard for eight pounds fourteen and onepence for goods sold and delivered. Defendant did not appear. Court returns verdict for the amount claimed plus costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Baldock
N. HL
Besnard
Prohibition Fight Focuses on Canadian Liquor Trade
A New York Times special reports that liquor smuggling is the main issue for prohibition agents. Smugglers move large quantities across the Canadian border, with Malone and Rouses Point cited as hotspots. High speed cars and cooperation of farmers are noted, including payments to keep routes open and aid in hiding liquor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York ‘Times
Canada
Times
Potson
Rouse'a Point
Malone
Canadian
Walhey Field
Higuera Aergs
New York City
Thomas
Grey Hairs Cured Youth Regained Claims Rise
A Sydney based claim describes a hair treatment that allegedly reverses grey hair and restores youth. Testimonials are promised, with contact offered through Eddewe- K Chapman of Falmouth Chambers in Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raeee
Eddewe
K. Chapman
D Department
Falmouth Chambers
Street
Sydney
Bank case ends as judge drops charge after evidence
In a clearly mixed testimony sequence, Herbert Reynolds of the Bank of New South Wales recalls July 18 when a cheque for £1000 was presented by the accused. The following day a cheque book and identification letter were obtained. The magistrate withdrew the first charge and dismissed the case, finding no connection to the accused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Reynolds
Bank of New South Wales, Forbs
Humber
Constable Lewis
Mra Pearse
Brinkworth
Meillon
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