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Newspaper

Shepparton News

Location

Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Date

Apr 05, 1917

Page

4

Fatal Fire at Terminus Hotel Trial Opens

A high profile inquest and Supreme Court proceedings opened into a December Terminus Hotel blaze in Shepparton. Margaret Ann Burnside faces arson charges amid testimony detailing smoking habits, hotel layout, and statements to police. Dense witness testimony covered Burnside's alleged role and Mackie family involvement, with jurors hearing about the hotel rooms and fire origin.

Termings Hotel Fira Margaret Ann Durngids A. Gurmre Ted Leo Gussen Vates Slupparten Tamer Charles Honcack Slopuarton Sb. Gwfarrell Pookdmbe Albert XE O'Voushall Shepparton Patrick Collins High Street Patvick Muckle Sigh Street Huld Nurgaral Ann Burnside Ile Woronee Vow Evidence Trust Wes Wallraus Honey Shoreard Sone Tarminus Constabla Omnis Bulssou Vis Sundries Giasaeu Liepebua Anlto M Man Tormainus Patrick Mac- Rie Shoul Mel Sillith Yella Gipnsland Ale Burnside Burnsilly Datective Sullivan

Shepparton Supreme Court opens retrial in notable case

The court hears remarks from the jury after a brief retirement and summing up by Hanor. The accused faces a verdict of not guilty or possible diapharised judgment. Proceedings follow addresses and counns notes in this high profile hearing.

Counns Sis Hanor

Unclear OCR Item With Disjointed Names

Fragmentary text lists three bases and a hearing with deferment in one case. Names Befors Me Justine and Gussan appear garbled, while one house leaded uuillys suggests deferral or delay. Unable to determine full context or outcome from readable portions.

Befors Justine Gussan

Burglary Case Leads to Indeterminate Sentence in Cobram

William Edward Witagerald aged 47 pleaded guilty to burglary at J H Johnson’s shop in Cobram. He admitted breaking a window and stealing £28 in notes and glassware worth £4. He had a long prior record and was sentenced to six months jail concurrent with a further six months. He was ordered to reformatory care for his term as directed by the governor.

William Edward Witagerald Hover Cobram Maren Inez J. H. Johnson Cobra Gon Lécius Molash Geenaion Tha Acetzort Bautennes Cabrum

Forgery and Embezzlement Case of Government Servant

Michael Francis Hennvasy, former presint in Charge of Rushworth and Shepparton districts, pleaded guilty to embezzlement and four forgery charges. Sentenced to four months imprisonment on each charge, to run concurrently. Liv Gassen urged leniency citing hardship. testimonials from Sir A Peacock and others supported character.

Michael Francis Hennvasy Presint Rushworth Shepparton Lovis Wail Wight Liv. Gassen 7 Sutherland Cugsen A. Peacock

Red Cross Society Meeting in Melbourne March 30

A Red Cross gathering at Federal Government House Melbourne discussed visits to the Red Cross Depot and plans to boost fundraising. Mrs Rogora0il reported on her depot tour while a chat session followed. A duck pair donation raffle yielded a win for Mr Collins.

Mes Poulin Hon Seortlney Govardment Melbourne Sucks Mittone Helivet Alitla Lowels Irs Red Cross Gall Collins Toolamba Red Cross Society Deli Ulee

Monthly meeting of local fire brigades session notes

The monthly meeting of the Shepparton Fire Brigades group was held with members attending. Correspondence from the Country Fire Brigades Board discussed attending a picture show and a cheque for duty at Cavano’s. Various payments and accounts were approved, with names and amounts recorded, and the meeting scheduled for Monday, June.

Fira Cavano's Pikeman Grasland Freman Tempel Beth Johns

Albright royal Gorey family in district war impact

A Gorey family near the High School Farm in district Albright has four sons in the military ranks. One letter reports a battalion menaced with wipeout unless fuselage forevamenta arrive, delaying medical exams. The family awaits word as the brothers hope to join and uphold Australia’s good name.

Albright Gorey Edyrard Lellor Waa Fiese Sen Tate Australia

Hospital Wood Day at Hughwork on Master Saturday

A recent meeting at Hughwork decided to bolt a hospital wood day on Master Saturday April 2. Judging by offers of wood at the meeting the event should be very successful.

Hughwork

Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Promoted In Testimony

A testimonial touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney disorders and backache. Mrs T H Saamong from Kyabram narrates relief after suffering swelling, puffiness, and mobility loss, claiming a perfect recovery after using the product. Pills priced 2/8 per bottle with six bottles for 45/3, available through Peter-M'Clellan Co, Sydney.

Saxe Lima T. H. Saamong Richard Stroot Kyabram Doan Tam Taslash Deans Peeter-M'Clellan Co Pit Street Sydney

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