Slander action fails in Pirie Local Court ruling without costs
In Pirie Local Court magistrate HG Nesbit found Albert Rudolph Wehrmann, secretary of Soromontown Swimming Club, had spoken to the plaintiff's father and stepfather with words that were excessive but not malicious. Margaret Baler, aged 14, claimed £49 damages for slander. verdict awarded judgment for the defendant with no costs due to the excessive words yet unsatisfactory evidence of malice.
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HG. Nesbit
Pirie
Margaret Baler
Albert Rudolph Wehrmann
Soromontown Swimming Club
A. Hannan
Warren
Han
Nesbit
Getlon
Lorik Justice Lopes
Fraser
Escapee duo recaptured at pistol point near Melbourne
Two men, Joseph Fletcher and Robert Humsay, who escaped from Warrnambool watch Rouse on Monday, were recaptured at pistol point at Pistol Point Melbourne after fleeing across the railway. Police detained them as they sought refuge in copies and were identified when they called as a form Dodie for fond.
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Melbourne
Omar Garver
Joseph Fletcher
Robert Humsay
Warrnambool
Past Losses Not Covered At Graziers Conference
Melbourne report: Graziers’ Association president J H Patterson says seven months of higher returns fail to cover arrears, back repairs, pest control, and interest. criticizes price fixing compulsory pools as harmful.
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Melbourne
Graziers’ Association
J. H. Patterson
Patterson
O Neil Case Reveals Adelaide Visit For Money
Witness details a plan to visit Adelaide to win money at the races. The Port Pirie man Jack Terence O Neil is charged with forgery and larceny for obtaining 15 pounds from Rose Campbell and 20 pounds in January by claiming authority from William Mervett Campbell. Evidence covers money, trips, and alleged schemes linked to the Campbells and Miss Marion.
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Campbell
RR Chamberlain
Chamberain
Angus McDonald
Meraskill
Oss
Kitchan
Sten
Na Campbell
Canembelyle
Mise Melton
Mark
Lo Camp
Mirra
Ford
Nat
Campbells
O'Neil
Stein
Marjory O'Neil
Adelaide
Barter
Owell
Campbel
Smelters Pay Day and Holiday Schedule Announced
Smelters pay day set for Thursday ahead of Easter. Shops will stay open until 9 PM that night. Good Friday and Easter Monday observed as holidays. Banks and public offices closed on Friday Saturday and Monday.
Weather report notes unusual Mercury readings in Pirie
An archaic weather blurb reports a maximum of 76.9 and a minimum near 4.0 degrees in Pirie yesterday. It notes a difference from the prior night with temperatures around 14 to 34.4 degrees higher than the previous minimum of 4.6 degrees.
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Yestarnay
Pirie
Bloomfield Charged After 25 Mile Ride on Buffers
Melbourne police report Alexander George Bloomfield aged 20 charged after riding 25 miles on buffers on a four wheeled trail car with help from track drivers. He allegedly travelled to Bullarat where authorities arrested him. Bloomfield pleaded not guilty and faced a fine trial.
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Melbourne
Alexander George Bloom
Gourk Tetay
Tos Amor
Tinihoaks
Bullarat
Bloomfield
William Lygon wins damages in tennis court case
A District Court jury awarded William Lygon fourteen pounds in his suit against Artliner Tignes-for over a covenant tied to the laying out of a tennis court on property at Darling Point. The claimant sought one hundred pounds. The verdict was recorded at SYNNEY.
City Wiped Out by Fire in Nakodate Japan
A sweeping blaze in Nakodate, Japan, sparked by a gale, left vast destruction with reports of up to 1,000 dead and 2,000 injured. More than 100,000 residents faced homelessness and famine risk as authorities scramble to verify casualties. British and other consulates confirmed safety for their residents.
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Tokio
Japan
Nakodate
Three Accused Released Two Remanded In Theatre Operation Case
In Melbourne the so called operating theatre case concluded with Elizabeth Ritchie John Ritchie William Britten Lydia Bowen and Ronald Hill convicted of conspiracy to bring about illegal results by operation The Prosecution said jurors weighed intent over harm legality while the verdict underscores the illegality of the planned operation and accompanying actions
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Melbourne
Operating Theatre
Elizabeth Ritchie
John Ritchie
William Britten
Lydia Bowen
Ronald Hill
Proline Milo Phat Ther
St Kin
Ritelin
Racdien Wsslatant
Heri Taylor
Convicts Fight Brisbanes Creek Murdered Prisoner
During a quarrel at Stewart's Creek prison camp near Townsville, James Richard Gray aged 30 was struck on the head with an axe by another prisoner and killed.
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Brisbane
Stewart's Creek
Townsville
James Richard Gray
Umpires' Board May Go Back to Old System
Adelaide reports a dispute in the South Australian National Football League over appointing a recoach for umpires. Delegates favor reverting to the former method of umpire selection by a four member committee. Several board members planned to resign when the league appointed a coach. resignations may be considered at the April 9 meeting.
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Adelaide
South Australan National Football League
Aldersey
Daly
Jase
Matthews
J. J. Duinn
R. B. Pounselt
Hasson
F. Macrow
Mine League
Passenger rush on Orford sails with 100000 pound fare
The Orford leaves Outer Harbour with the largest Australian passenger migration in years. About 1,000 travellers are aboard heading to England for Test matches and the Davie Cup, with saloon accommodation booked weeks in advance and fares exceeding £100,000.
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Adelaide
England
Australia
Orford
Outer Harbor
Fremantle
Temperature Readings From Yesterday
The observatory reported yesterday's high at 76.9 degrees and the low for the 24 hour period ending at 8 30 am at 76.2 degrees. A steady day with narrow temperature variation was recorded.
Wool Sales Adhative Finally Prompts Higher Prices
Thirsty pres for good wools at the Ade today were a shade higher than February. The trend showed modest gains in certain wool categories with buyers favoring quality. The top price of the auction reached high levels, brokered for two rows, signaling renewed activity after a slow season.
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Provident
Ihe
Ziad
Increased sustenance sought in Melbourne clash at Trades Hall
A Trades Hall delegation and unemployed reps pressed for a 428 percent rise in sustenance rates and regular free clothing and blankets. Dr Shields pledged to discuss all unemployed issues with the Trades Hall once current troubles are settled, and the group sought free rent, reinstatement of victimised workers, and voluntary acceptance of “busy jobs.”
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Melbourne
Hta
Shields
Trades Hall
Hotel Blaze Destroys Bravenson's Motel Moorabbin
A fire at Bravenson's Motel Moorabbin, Melbourne, destroyed the hotel around midday. About £10,000 in damage was estimated as flames burst through the ceiling while guests were in a bar area nearby.
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Melbourne
Personal notes from Pirie on visiting officials and farewell
Mr P W Harmer British Empire Films manager arrived in Pirie on Wednesday and left for Port Augusta yesterday. Several locals including Mr Crase Mrs Crase and Mrs Wilson stayed at Royal Exchange Hotel. Mr P Parmiter Architect in Chief's Department arrived and stayed at Royal Exchange Hotel. G W Weight representing Mr A G Neill accountant of Adelaide is in Pirie on business staying at Royal Exchange Hotel. Mr M J Farrell chairman of Solomontown Football Club bid farewell to Mr F W Hawke, life member, with a presentation planned at Stark's Hall Monday night. Hawke said his work benefited sport. The weekly euchre at Playround Pavilion reported winners including Mrs Pryor G Leverington Melnerney and C P Jure.
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Champhen
Adelaide
Campbell
Noli
Ace
Mio
Pires
Tesh
Pord
Niami
Campbel
Dom
O'Neill
O'Neil
O'Neal
P. W. Harmer
British Empire Films Limited
Pirie
Port Augusts
Royal Exchange
P. Parmiter
Architect in-Chief's Department
Royal Exchange Hotel
G. W. Weight
A. G. Neill
Pire
Royal Pxrchange Hotel
M. J. Farrell
Solomontown
F . W. Hawk
Hawke
Clu
Messrs
W.arbon
F.S. Dodd
W. Munro
Playround
Meadames Pryor
G. Leverington
Melnerney
P Jure
Collapsed in Court During Sentencing of Engineer Keith McLelland
Keith McLelland, a 34 year old engineer, collapsed and was carried semi conscious from the dock after being sentenced to two years for false pretences at the Court of General Sessions. Police officers assisted as court officials contended with the disturbance.
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Melbourne
Court of General Sessions
Keith McLelland
Midge Macinder
Counarel
Telegram request fuels forgery case at trial
The defense argued the letters and telegrams were sent at Campbell s request. Counsel noted that when a sane man names another at his request or by authority there is no forgery. Mr Chamberlain addressed the jury for the Crown and the judge said he would sum up the following morning.
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Nell
Campbell
Birth control in public service wage debate heard
In the Industrial Court hearing on a new public servants award, Mr Mayo questioned whether public servants earning up to 260 a year could afford to have children. He cited married men without children and implied many servants might feel unable to start families on their salaries.
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Adelaide
Maya
Kelly
Mayo
Mr. Mayo
Builder killed as lorry overturns near Naimne
Four men escaped serious injury when a motor lorry overturned seven miles from Naimne last night. The driver, Marold Stanitaky, aged 56, died from injuries after being conveyed to hospital. The accident occurred after a steering gear failure caused the vehicle to strike a bank, skid, and roll on the road crown.
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Adelaide
Naimne
Iran
Tinry
Marold Stanitaky
Buiider
Cinvener Park
Dle
Hinkler's Remains Not To Return To Australia
The Federal Government states Bert Hinkler's remains will not be brought back to Australia after consultation with Hinkler's relatives. The decision follows deliberations in Canberra on government policy regarding the aviator's burial.
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Canberra
Bert Hinkler
Australia
Teal
Hinkler
Furnishing and Manchester Dept Promote Easter Goods
The store urges shoppers to buy furnishing and Manchester goods for Easter. It highlights latest stock in men and boys wear with Pelaco pyjamas new overcoats flannel pants fashion shirts and winter woollen goods on display windows.
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Furnishing
Manchester
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