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Newspaper
Gloucester Advocate
Location
Gloucester, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 28, 1939
Page
4
In CHAPTER V, detectives Briscow and Yorke corner a hardboiled gunman in a speakeasy raid. The suspect weighs whether to spill names to avoid the gallows, debating the risk of taking the rap for others and the value of a possible Christmas parole. The officers press for a signed statement as they move toward identifying the real murderers.
In a tense sting, Briscow traps two crooks by feeding them and two waitresses, then toasts with cigars and beer as detectives watch. The men eat loudly while Briscow’s plan unfolds, fearing a beer bottle could be used as a weapon, while inspectors guard the scene.
Briscow presses the prisoners for a confession while Yorkey disputes the evidence over who killed the watchman. The room holds an uneasy standoff as plans for justice unfold, and the American taunts, seeking truth, while a detective hints at key details about the bullets and ears in a tense crossfire.
A plan to tighten motor car inspections will go to Cabinet from the Minister for Transport. The scheme requires every motor vehicle in the State to renew a certificate of roadworthiness every 12 months, issued by leased garages under Road Transport Department supervision. Each inspection may cost up to 2. Registration renewals will require the car’s certificate.
Lyne Barnard of Zane Grey's party hauled a tiger shark weighing 1883 lbs. off Sydney Heads on Wednesday night after a four hour battle. The massive catch was landed about three miles from the Heads and towed four miles to reach the boat.
A patient recounts relief from widespread rheumatism after a treatment. The advertisement from Street & Parish Ltd promotes UR. Rheumatic Remedy with a nine point money back guarantee and a frequency booklet, urging readers to inquire.
Health Department notes urge early swim training to prevent drownings. It recommends teaching children as young as three or four, emphasizes safety, practice, and choosing safe swimming places. Parents should avoid forcing children and supervise at all times.
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