Melbourne Crime Sees Heavy Jail Sentence for McLaughlin
In Melbourne on Friday Judge Melbourne imposed two years in gaol on David McLaughlin for violent crime. The court noted violent offences like slashing and housebreaking are widespread and require stern punishment, with Justice Macfarlan urging strong treatment to curb recidivism. The case highlights rising concerns over habitual criminals and violent acts within the community.
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Melbourne
Johnson
David McLaughlin
Macfarlan
Strane
Pune
Ballarat Murder Sentence Commuted to Twenty Years
The death sentence for Patrick Sheefy, former Hotel Ugensee, for the murder of Mrs. Winifred Brooks in Ballarat on December 20, was commuted by the Executive Council to a life term of twenty years. Steedy appealed on grounds of prior good conduct and an insane intoxication fit.
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Melbourne
Prinay
Patrick Sheefy
Ugensee
Winifred Brooks
Ballarat
Executive
Lorry Driver James Simpson Given 18 Months for Man Slaughter
Justice Macfarlane imposes an 18 month term on James Simpson 26 for the manslaughter of Mrs. Margaret Lewins in East St. Kilda after a February 4 crash. The driver’s record shows prior disregard for others and the court cited rock collision driving as the cause.
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James Simpson
Margaret Lewins
East St. Kilda
Haid
Rock Closs
Simpson
Italian Stabber Sentenced in Melbourne Case
Amelbourne report states Dan Zarcarini, an Italian farm laborer, was found guilty of stabbing Mrs Mary Price in the neck, severing a jugular vein and imperiling her life. Mr Justice Macfarlan sentenced him to 15 months' imprisonment today.
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Amelbourne
Dan Zarcarini
Tatlan Farm
Lanorer
Mary Price
Justice Macfarlan
Sentence Six Years for Multiple Housebreakings in Melbourne
Mr Justice Macfarlan sentenced John Frederick Johnson to six years imprisonment in Melbourne on Friday for four charges of housebreaking. The laborer aged 23 faced counts relating to multiple break-ins and thefts carried out in the city.
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Melbourne
Macfarlan
John Frederick Johnson
Gandhi in Critical Condition with Three Days Left
Reports from Calcutta indicate Mahatma Gandhi is described as very weak with three days to go before completing his 24 wave fasting on behalf of the Untoudades. Physicians say his condition could lapse at any moment amid speculation on outcomes.
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Pensioners Organising at Prahran Town Hall Meeting
Over 200 Prahran branch members of the Australian Invalid and Orphan Pensioners League met in Prahran Town Hall to press for increased numbers and a united front against supporters of the Bruce Ly ons Tetham Government. General president A D Fox presided as Mr Jewell, A M D, traced origins to Brunswick and reported 126 000 members nationwide.
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Prahiran
Australian Invalid
Oidare
Lenaur
Prahran Town Hall
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Ad. Fox
League
Warracknabeal Mystery Sees Four Charged Over Court Conspiracy
Startling developments at Warracknabeal involve the death at Her bort Tower on March 4. Detectives rearrested four persons once granted prosequi, charged with conspiring to defeat the course of justice. James re mewan, Frederick Scott, Eleanor Toner, and Emmie Laurie remanded until June 6.
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Herbort Tower
Warracknabeal
James Re~mewan
Frederick Scott
Eleanor Toner
Emmie Laurie
Wireless Sets Stolen From South Melbourne Factory
Thieves yesterday entered the A. and A. Manufacturing Company factory in South Melbourne and stole wireless sets and spare parts valued at £600. Police investigate the break in and seek information from the public.
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Melbourne
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A. Manufacturing Company
South Melbourne
Back to Gaol Mrs Edols Still Silent
Aimee Belle Edols appeared before Mr Justice Lukin amid fresh questions over her money handling. The judge warned of possible perjury charges and additional criminal action if full disclosure is not made, with Edols remaining silent and sent back to gaol.
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Aimee Belle Edols
Justice Lukin
Ino Mia Honm
Reform Bill Restraint Move Defeated
Sydney reports that Equity Court unanimously refused the injunction sought by Mr A B Piddington KC and others to prevent the Legislative Council Reform Bill from being presented to the Governor for assent. Mr Loxton KC for the plaintiffs indicated a possible appeal to the High Court and Privy Council if needed and asked for an interim injunction pending appeal, which was refused. The court will give its reasons for the decision next week.
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Mir
High Court
Privy Counsil
Willis Y Lang Backed for Bulli By Election
Unanimous decision by the Miners' Central Council to back A C Willis for Bulli by election makes his Saturday return almost certain. The council counts 14 of Tang's 30 followers in the Assembly among its ranks and aims to influence the vote.
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Sydney
Central Council
A. C. Willis
Wumbers
Mir. Wills
Tarret
Tang
Two Killed in Seaplane Crash at Marseilles
In Marseilles a seaplane named Genoa crashed shortly after takeoff from We waler, killing a passenger and the wireless operator. The incident occurred about an hour after departure, as authorities investigated cause and conditions.
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Genoa
We Waler
Marienane
Mieht
Crash at Rally Claims Two Lives in Wiesraden
A midair crash near Wiesraden during a rally killed two people and injured a round official. Investigators say an aircraft fell from height after takeoff, the incident halting the event and prompting emergency response. Local authorities are reviewing the cause and scene details as tributes are planned.
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Wiesraden
Australian warships in poor condition flagged by Navy Board secretary
Mr fr L Macro, secretary of the Navy Board, stated that some of Australia’s warships were so badly conditioned they were unfit for sea. He said four vessels were already in food seagoing condition and reserve ships would be ready in a week to three months.
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Melbourne
Fr. L. Macro
Navy Board
Harrison
Australia
Forest Fire Sweeps Saghalien Trapping Hundreds
In Saghalien strong winds fuel a massive forest fire for three days. Villages swept, hundreds trapped, and a heavy death toll anticipated as the blaze rages.
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Tokyo
Saghalien
Arbitration Court resolves on railway wage dispute Melbourne
The Arbitration Court adjourned today after hearing the Commonwealth Railways Commissioner’s bid to validate Judge Drake-Brockman’s award lowering basic railway service wages. Counsel urged consideration of railway finances and the government’s wage policy, noting climate and cost effects.
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Melbourne
Commonwealth Railways Commissioner
Drake-Brockman
As S. Tiraketorif
Jin Nehal
Five Killed As Express Collides With Derailed Train
London Friday tragedy as the Southampton express hit a derailed steam train between Wimbledon and Raynes Park. One person died on impact, two were injured and several more lightly hurt. The death toll was reduced because the corridor side of the express struck the derailed train.
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Southampton
Wimbledon
Raynes Park
Morgan Case Tax Evasions Investigated Washington
Disclosures at a Senate hearing reveal that J. P. Morgan Company operations triggered a House Ways and Means probe into income tax law gaps. Whitney, a farmer, testified the firm sold six billion dollars in securities to the public since the war, with two billion retired, suggesting efforts to influence material and international relations. Names like Mr. Fodge, Baker, and Norman Davis were cited in the discussion.
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Bodyline football match in Nice shocks crowd
In Paris on Friday a Wolves versus Olympic Gymnastic Club clash in Nice ended with players booted and fouled, police intervening after tempers flared. The Wolves quit the field then returned as officials urged restraint. Wolves manager vowed never to return to France after calling the scene slaughter.
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Olympic Gymnastic Club
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Wolverhampton
France
High Tide in Pirie Strikes Beach Area Hard
A strong north-westerly gale drove an unusually high tide into Pirie, lifting Gulf waters to about 30 ft and threatening the wharf. Solomontown’s embankment overflowed onto the foreshore and beach road, flooding Ellen and Florence streets. Water seeped through drains, ruining boat sheds, while later receding left ankle-deep mud and a strong saltwater smell.
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Norman Streets
Baltic Wharf
Honeymoon Crash Claims Bride as Cordillera Collides on Thames
A honeymoon couple aboard the steamer Royal Archer were involved in a collision with the Cordillera near London. The bride was killed while the husband was seriously injured when a cabin they shared was smashed in the impact.
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Australia
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Sunday Concert at Austral Theatre Fundraiser Likely
A Sunday concert at Austral Theatre in Pirie aims to raise funds for the Laurens Benevolent Society and District Trained Nursing Society. Local talents including Misses Williamson and Rason, Mesdames Gowan and Jones, and the Tees Quartets perform. Doors open at 8. Proceeds support DNS queen Nancy Graves.
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B. A. Clarke
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A. Rasson
R. Gowan
Aoelaide
Jones
W. J. Francis
C. R. Netting
T. Lloyd
A. Clark
A. Worden
W. Bennett
Tees
Gwen Bell
Mrs. Gummow
Nancy Graves
Alleged Thief Shot in Sydney After Police Chase
An alleged thief was shot by a police officer in Glebe after a street chase. The wounded man was taken to hospital in stable condition. His companion escaped, while witnesses described the dramatic pursuit and the officer firing a revolver.
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Glebe
Vroweh
Ron
Na Im Hospital
New Zealand Eyes Lifting Australian Fruit Embargo
In the House today Minister of Commerce Mr Stewart said the government is seeking the lifting of New Zealand embargo on Australian fruits. He refused to guarantee the embargo will be lifted, stressing no assurance yet.
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Canbrara
Philuy
House of Representatives
Stewart
New Zealand
Rolls Royce Founder Wills £140000 for Health Research
London records show Sir Henry Royce leaves £140,000 for health research with a focus on cancer and related diseases. He criticizes neglect of common illnesses while praising progress in some areas.
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London
Henry Royce
Rolls Royce Car Fame
Horatio Bottomley in House of Commons dispute
Horatio Bottomley appears in a Commons session with remarks about governance and public affairs. The report highlights his role as a controversial figure and notes parliamentary reactions.
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Nacordes
Gobe
Horatio Bellamieg
House of Commons
Davis Cup Players Excel in French Championship Doubles
The report notes Davis Cup players achieving success in the French championships doubles event. Quist and Mecrath featured prominently, with strong performances reported as the rounds progressed and special cables provided updates from Paris.
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Pais
Otul Tuenbull
Soldiers' Homes Payments Debate in Canberra
In Canberra, the Minister for War Service Homes, Mr Francis, said in the House of Representatives that sympathetic consideration would be given to every case where soldiers were in arrears on payments for their war service homes. He noted that if a soldier were unemployed he would not be interfered with.
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Canberra
Prevention of hotel betting Adelaide proposed amendments
Adelaide Friday Betting Commission heard drastic amendments from Mr A J Hannan Crown Solicitor to curb hotel betting. Proposals include offences for warning patrons of police approaches, automatic license suspension for licensees if offenders are found on premises, licensees empowered to eject patrons with a cooldown ban, prohibition or limits on broadcasting races, and Saturday closures between 1 pm and 5 pm with one hour weekly openings.
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Adelaide
A. J. Hannan
Crown Solicitor
Gas workers wage dispute settled by Arbitration Court
The Arbitration Court ruled that the South Australian Gas Company must adjust the gas workers wage to a new weekly rate of £37 10s, aligning with the Tasmanian wage standard. This decision sets a revised weekly wage for gas employees in South Australia.
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Melbourne
Arbitration Court
South Australian Gas Company
South Australia
Dresscutting and Color Designing System Demo
The Selphit dresscutting and color designing system, taught by Madame Qutha, is demonstrated at the Country Women's Association. Madame Rutha conducts classes in Port Pine Town Hall each Friday.
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Madame Qutha
Country Women’s Association
Madame Rutha
Port Pine
Victoria to tighten penalties for illegal betting
The Chief Secretary said he would not consider legalising South Australian bookmakers but would soon introduce legislation to increase penalties and provide imprisonment for a second offence of illegal betting.
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Melbourne
Peru and Colombia Make Peace Over Lotticia Port
Peru and Colombia signed a peace declaration today in Geneva ending their dispute over Lotticia Port. Officials from both nations praised the accord and commitment to regional stability.
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Peru
Colombia
Lotticia
Empire Day Address Rally Reaches 90000 Children
In Adelaide on Empire Day about 90 000 schoolchildren heard public speakers recount the British Empire's progress and achievements. Addresses spanned from big metropolitan institutions to outlying country centers, highlighting imperial history and traditions.
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Adelaide
Heavy Storm Lashes Adelaide Causing Wide Damage
A fierce storm drenched Adelaide with the heaviest May rainfall in 16 years. Wind, hail, and lightning damaged homes and roofs across the metropolitan area, with a house struck at Semaphore by lightning at 3 30 a m. Many hills suffered ball hail, while farmers anticipate aided seeding conditions elsewhere except the Upper North. No rain fell in pastoral areas beyond Goyder's Line.
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Adelaide
Goyder
Whyalla Blast Victim William Anesbury Dies
William Anesbury, badly injured in a Whyalla blasting accident on Wednesday, died the morning. He leaves a widow and no children. Anesbury, once a Pirie Rifle Club member and Solomontown resident, married Rose Smurfit of Solomontown. He will be interred at Port Pirie this afternoon.
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Mise Jessie Anesbury
Yangurrte
Portry
Up Grade State's Trade Balance Shows Brighter Picture
Exports over imports for the ten months of 1932 33 ended April 30 were valued at £7 000 000 in Australian currency. Government statistician Mr Johnston announced improved trade and higher values. The figures show a rise in exports and total trade compared with the prior financial year.
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Mr. Johnston
Triparty
Port Pirie Empire Day noting and staff retirements
Port Pirie Hospital inmate Constable F W Rael progresses. granted ten wheelchair outings. Empire Day at Port Pirie School featured speakers including J Fitzgerald MP and G Fitzgerald MP. absence note for A W Facey. Dr Navey to visit next week for child assessments. Solomontown and Pirie schools emphasized attendance. Gladstone railway farewell to Mr G S Taylor after 47 years. D O'Drien and others lauded his service. Mr R A Dodman presided. pipes and tobacco pouch presented.
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Maddiéton
Th. N. Lewis
BL AL Clarke
Aro G. Fitzgerald
M. Pio
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J. Lessne
S. G. Coe
W. S. Novak
T. Owalloran
W. Johnstone
Adjournment Motion Over Wages Dispute Quieted in Canberra
In Canberra on Friday Mr Blakely moved to adjourn to reveal the illegal withholding of wages from Commonwealth railway employees as ordered by the Commonwealth Arbitration Court. Attorney General Latham argued the matter was sub judice and could not be discussed. The Speaker ruled the motion out of order amid shouting from Leader of the Opposition Scullin and Blakely denouncing the Government as shameful and accusing it of robbery of the workers.
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House of Representatives
Blakely
Commonwealth Railway
Commonwealth Arbitration Court
Latham
Muller
Scullin
Against Luck Special Gables Race Ends in Turmoil
A report from the Queensland ny trix notes Mrs. Bonney landed at Jhansi after an initial problem with a pelral tank, repaired in two hours, then continued her journey to complete her voyage to Ene. She cited experience and resilience, saying she has faced trouble for 40 years.
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Bonney
Queensland
Jodhpur
Jhansi
Public Service Wages Bill Passes All Stages
The Public Service Wages Bill cleared all stages amid changes from the Commonwealth Arbitration Court ruling on basic wage calculations. Prime Minister Lyons noted the decision would raise wages from February, with May adjustments translating to higher rates for public servants and a £400,001 cost impact.
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Canberra
House of Representatives
Commonwealth Arbitration Court
Lyons
Pwline Service
Australia Seeks Acceptance of Territorial Administration
In Canberra today Mrs G Latham moved to validate acceptance by Australia of certain Antarctic territories. The second reading was debated amid arguments that administration is important and near to potential conflicts with another nation. The mineral wealth prospects were noted, but the debate was adjourned.
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House
G. Latham
Tereral
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