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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Canberra Advocate
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 13, 1926
Page
3
A crowded closing down sale advertises deep discounts on men s trousers overcoats shirts and suits along with wool flannels pyjamas and heavy blankets. Prices are shown for each item with many entries in shillings and pence, highlighting urgency and limited stock.
Madame Pavlova appeals to Sydney readers on behalf of the Karitane Centre urging donations to help ill babies. The message stresses the need for funds to sustain care and asks to address donations to Pavlova Appeal care of the Australian Mothercraft Society in Hamilton Street, Sydney.
In QueanbeyanJurisdiction James Murphy faced trial before Jedgs Bevan on charges of assault and robbery against George Cartwright at Queanbeyan. The jury returned a not guilty verdict on both charges after which Murphy thanked the judge and jury. The report notes prior trial and the Crown's outline, with Cartwright identifying Murphy, and witnesses describing the park incident and arrest.
A large gathering at Mr. Pwyford’s residence in Royalla resolved to reorganize the Tennis Club. Plans include repairing the courts and starting work promptly. Officers elected for the coming year include Patron Mr H T Gitta President Mr J Morrison Vice Presidents Mrs J All and B Biewitt Secretary Treasurer Mr J Gidea Captain Mr S Twyferd and fees set at end sixpence.
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