Weataway Acquitted After Double Jury Verdicts
Melbourne Wednesday report states Charles Weataway was charged with criminal assault and oil fraud. The jury acquitted him after two prior juries had failed to reach a verdict.
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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 20, 1909
Page
6
Melbourne Wednesday report states Charles Weataway was charged with criminal assault and oil fraud. The jury acquitted him after two prior juries had failed to reach a verdict.
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Fragmentary notice recounts patients and doctors in Ballarat hospital care. It mentions a Mr GoOn and J.P. declarations dated 16th April 1900. Text references treatments for rheumatism and neuralgia and notes claims of pain relief and recovery.
Melbourne market notes show wheat and cheese prices, with butter and cream products listed. Prices appear inconsistent and vendors report high demand and limited supply amid fluctuating acceptance by buyers.
An 1900 public notice advertises Mrs Leong Lei, an Indian/Eurasian healer in Northamton, offering remedies for female ailments with claimed cures by herbal treatments and consultations free at Mamil or by correspondence. It cites past studies under European doctors and includes testimonials from cured patients.
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