Gold Theft Mystery at Croydon Aerodrome Case Verdict
Century old gold heist near Croydon Aerodrome remains unsolved with Cecil Swanland, a 52 year old master cracksman, convicted preliminarily and jailed. The plan involved a van delivery, porting sovereigns to a strong room, and elaborate key tampering, but the case collapsed under doubt and public doubt after months of investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Croydon Aerodrome
London
Dape
Cecil William Swanland
Swanland
Dartmoor
Bértians
Ceaydon Aeros
van Ecopfamning
Migport
van Decue
Tolinwiys
Stroneroom
Teckel
Jose
Swantaml
Lini
Croydon
Tom Mix Killed in Arizona Car Crash
A New York message reports film cowboy Tom Mix was killed in a car wreck at Florence Arizona. He reportedly lost control of his vehicle and was pinned under the wreckage. Mix, a tall Texan with a long military and film career, served in the Philippines and the Boxer Rebellion before acting in scores of westerns and forming the Tom Mix Circus in 1903.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tom Mix
Tim
Florence
Arizona
Texas
Wyoming
Mortana
United States Army
Philippines
Chita
Srnsray
Ladysmith
4 Mix
Minishal
Oklahoma
Texas Rangers
Guntry
Com Mix
Eagle Squadron to join active service before year end
The Eagle Squadron, a U S unit of pilots, is expected to enter active service before the new year. Formed in October, it will take time to learn the British system and become combat ready. The squadron includes volunteers already serving with the RAF and other experienced Americans arriving for duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Lkely
Air
Archibald Sinclair
RAF
America
7Ere
Soiled Soil Experiments Highlight Moisture Effects on Plants
A conference discussion reports soil machining and moisture experiments. Researchers note water presence, air voids, and surface wetting influence plant growth and drought resistance, with observers citing soil structure, aeration, and moisture retention as key factors in crop performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vassot Tgracultura
Ashby
Sydney Viivereky
Waller
Aloe
Voller
Suleipeh
Master Forger Gerald Kennedy and his long shadow
A long profile of Gerald Kennedy, famed master forger, and his wife Amy Kennedy. The piece recounts his crime history from 1900s to 1920s, detailing forgery schemes, multiple prison terms, and their troubled marriage. Amy defends him while recounting their shared hardships and her own efforts during his absences.
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Nelson
Britain
France
Amy Kennedy
London
George Kennedy
Kensington
Bridget Daly
Alligator Leather Goods Co
Scotland Yard
Nicky
Bradninen
Exeter
Mira
Lord Nelson
Gerald
A. Ealing
Old Bailey
Kennedy
Dr. Goldie
4& Fums
Holborn
Goode
Ty &O
Post Office Bank
The Meanest Man and a Farmer's Oil Mishap
Senator J. Lee of Okushome recalls a farmer famed for stinginess who workers a hot, harsh day on a wheat binders. A jug mix up leads him to drink oil instead of water, yet he silently endures as the binder moves on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator J. Lee
Okushome
Disease in Young Pigs and Herd Health Practices
Guidance for pig raisers on preventing disease and boosting litter quality. Proper sow nutrition with protein and vitamins A and D, lime, minerals, and fresh grass improves piglet health. Avoid overcrowding, keep housing clean and dry, provide ventilation free of drafts, and maintain clean water and feed surfaces to reduce infections.
Shorthorn Breeders See Strong Australia Market 1940
The 1940 Australian Shorthorn cattle trade showed outstanding activity with high prices at major centers. At Homebush Sydney fat stock sales a consignment of 27 bullocks brought an average of £22 8s 3d, with one reaching £23 2s. These 3 to 4 year olds were top quality, expected to yield prime heavy carcases. The same breeder averaged £19 13s 1d for 12 steers, selling to £18 12s. Cattle aged 22 months to 2 years sold for prime carcases weighing 680 to 680 pounds and used for Food breeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Homebush
Sydney
Messrs. Pittson and Badgery, Ltd
Salads For Health Lesson From A Health Advocate
Doctors praise salads for vitamins and vitality, while a practical guide suggests a raw vegetable salad with cabbage beetroot horseradish and parsley. The recipe emphasizes washing slicing grating and drizzling olive oil for a light meal without heaviness.
Roll of Honour of Gloucester district men in service
List of local men from Gloucester district enlisting and passing medicals for service. Names span multiple towns including Gloucester, Barrington, Copeland, Invergordon, Upper Bowman, Stroud, and more. The note requests verification and updates as men pass into the Services. Names appear with varied spellings and multiple regions. a large wartime roster.
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Gloucester
Harry Aspinall
Wouhester
Cliff
J. Gordon
J. A. McRae
Belbora
M. Berry
Frank Monro
Herb
F. Ruskin
Berrico
W. Knowles
Peter Koellner
Barnard River
Laurie Rawdall Vale
Les McCarthy
Upper
Bowman
Ronald R. McCarthy
Gersh Mills
Frank Drinkwater
J.T. Guyatt
Norman Corbett
Barrington
George A
Eric C. Higgins
Alfred Martin
Edward Langford
Thomas Martin
Lower
Bowman Edward Mackaway
Stroud Albert Roy Channel
Glouceste
David Aspinall
Glogster
Geoffrey Charman
Gerald K. Crane
Clarence S. Rowe
Barringto
B. P. Dawson
Beresford Gibson
Harold R. Monro
John Ronald Smith
Russell Gorton
Percy H. Brindley
Stratford
Arthur Breese
Brett Jack Vickers
Glouceater
W. V. Smit
Waulavery
Stanley Elliott
Pinoenry
Rupert Robinson
Copelart
J. Hannaford
Kauti
W. Turner
Don Davies
Cobar
James R. Smith
James Curran
Rawdon Vale
Bruce Lane
Austin Bartlett
Craven Creek
Erle Street
Frank Fennell
L. BR. Clarke
Barrington Colin Spence
F. T. Shepherd
Norman P. Mortis
James B. Hayes
Fred
J. Smith
Forbessiale
Percy W. German
Rye Rabaul
Sid Harris
Herb. Wilson
B. Godfrey
James Hayter
Upper Bowman
E. Charlesworth
Lower Bowman
Richard Condon
Copeland
John Francis Franks
John F. Breese
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H. Coote
Eres and
Cie
Winchcombe, Carson Ltd
Tha
Darling Harbour
Winchcombe
Bridge St
Flemington
THE
Farmers & Graziers Co-Operative Grain Visa Insurance & Agency Company
Advocate
Gloucester Advocate
Barrington ST
Ross
Selaphone
U.S. Air Squadron
the Road Safety Council of
New South Watea
Tas
Meath
Esata
Yoo
Golden Gate Cafe
Kendall's Buildings
MRS
E. Young
Creo
Garden of Roses Cafe
Iack Moutzouris
Ninness
Bowmai
Maytom
Ward's River
J. Boorer
W. Muddle
Les Crane
Farhesdate
B. J. Crane
Invergordon
Joe Latham
Williams Titcume
Glucester
Roger L. Rye
M. J. Kennedy
Bucca
James W. Latimore
Glouceate
Ronald W. Turner
Stanley K. Wilson
Tom Blast
Wankivory
UN Priser
UY Part
Berbora
Stan Robinson
Ward
AIR Force
H. Angelson
F. V. Munro
Greig Foss
Gloucester- Hurdt
Fred Oldfield
Don Barger
Owen Grahame
Doug Young
Jim Davey
Carl Ralph
Albert Hays
Fawdon Vale
Doug Thompson
W. BE. Dave
Willan Jones
le W. Tunes
EA. Bull
Capetana
Giddey
Royal Australian Navy
Tri Young
Barry Price
Fred Filis
Madagnecar
Stuart
Gloucester War Chest Fund
A. A. Mctheod
Tom Hicks
Queen Street
E. Patmore
L. E. Monro
Market Street
W. T. Howard
Umones
Taree
Dungog
Bimbashi
Woondooma
Shahazsha
Ump
Sharon Ump
Cam
Pegi
Himbashi
D. H. Bartlett
Woondwoma
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