Brisbane Trial: Man Found Guilty of Blackmail Attempt
Jury convicts Bee Futwick Bexton of attempting blackmail against Nellie McCraiff of Wilson Street Tennyson on May 3 1997. Judge urges mercy due to youth and prior good character. Crown plans likely sentencing after considering details of this case.
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Brisbane
Criminal Court
Bee Futwick Bexton
Mall of
Sven
Hy ‘O Driscolls
Crisii
Sexton
Nellie McCraiff
Af Wilson-street
Tennyson
Tatale
T. Sul Yan Rom
Bexton
Fey
Bullen
Sine
Diac
Josue
Elie Macao
Fire at Brisbane timber works leaves workers burned
A blaze gutted a timber works at Geuth Brisbane injuring Owen Jam Frnky and two storey shop staff. The accident caused £3000 property loss with most covered by insurance. Fire spread from lacquer prep to looms as workers attempted rescue, several others sustaining minor burns.
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Brisbane
Stone's Corner
Owen Jam
Geuth
Roots
Arg
Mle
General Hospital
Brisk Demand for War Planes in U S A
Melbourne reports strong demand for fighter aircraft as U S buyers show eagerness to secure modern machines. Wing-Commander Washelt, back from the United States, notes export markets are active, with Commonwealth Augrah Corporation poised to build airman’s Bend. Officials say orders are brisk from Britain, China, Argentina, Mexico, Sweden, Holland and Germany.
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Melbourne
Fenny Ted Kime
Ming Vanes
Washelt
Nevell Monusers
United Stain
Cammonwealth Augrah Corporation
Coniainying
United Bales
Ruelions
Slapan
China
Argentina
Mexico
Sweden
Holland
Germany
Talk Of Shipping Strike At Darwin
Darwin reports talk of a shipping strike affecting the port and railways amid industrial pressures. Workers discuss adherence to arbitration as talks progress, while observers note potential disruption to freight and passenger movement in the area.
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Darwin
Mollison Reveals Past Romance With Countess Daughter
The report cites Jim Mollison describing an earlier romance with Lady Diana Wollestey, daughter of the Duke of Wellington. He discusses a one year trial engagement and a later broken betrothal, noting Countess Cowley’s opposition and a luncheon where marriage was once considered.
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Mollison
Diana Wollestey
Duke of Wellington
Countess Cowley
Thas
Four Killed In Mid-air Collision Over South Bend
The report notes four people including women and a child died when two airplanes collided mid air near South Bend. One craft ripped, the other landed undamaged. observers describe debris and the wing separations as the planes tumbled. In related figures, Molllzon comments on personal losses and continues public discourse amid wartime press.
Labour May Move Pro Test Against State Ment By Mr R G Menzies
Labour plans to move a pro test against Mr R G Menzies as Prime Minister in Parliament. The action follows scenes last Friday in the House of Representatives and concerns alleged breaches of powers. A vote on parliamentary privilege is expected, with a crowded week ahead and many MPs absent, as government whips enforce quorum.
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Labour
R. G. Menzies
Labour Party
Merles
Menieles
House of Represéntives
Labor
G. 1 ‘McPhail
Imperial Chemlen
Dustrles
Te Meader
J Curtin
Telecor Fremantle
Tia Polley
FM. Ord
Iyo
Newnes
Ame- Bailleau Boldlers
Tria Fund
Raying
Porethd
Aimmoue
Pipe Line Burst Near Melbourne Triggers Emergency Repair
A ruptured pipeline near Melbourne dumped about 2086 gallons of petrol, blocking roads and prompting a Friday night emergency response. Workers, volunteers, and pumps restored the line by early morning, with authorities warning of lingering hazards and advising residents to remain alert for gas odors.
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Melbourne
Walden
Portland
Baturcay
Town Hall Fire in Sydney Headsline Summary
A town hall fire in Sydney causes extensive damage as firefighters battle the blaze. Officials report no injuries but note significant property loss and ongoing investigations into the cause and extent of the damage.
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Sydney
Mennday
Pernanell
Menial
Inquest Opened in Brisbane Coroner's Court
A Brisbane coroner opened an inquest into the death of Mabel Lillany Grace of South Brisbane. Dr Raphael James Arthur Abkin, medical officer at Brisbane General Hospital, testified about the 30s age deceased. Postmortem revealed no medical intervention beyond treatment. Witnesses described abdominal pains, chest discomfort, and a later decline. A pregnancy possibility and accidental cause were discussed. death attributed to peritoneal and pulmonary embolism referenced in the postmortem.
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Brisbane
Givinn
Ate Gy
Je Leaby
Mabel Lillany Grace
Soughen
Ange
Pirtubane ‘General Hospital
Aone
Abe
Tpael James
Arthur Abkinacd
Hosnibal
Ale Thes Aber
Rowpita
Grant
Strait Allee Moughien
Alty Farm
Mosewood
Kaldane
Wilson
Cormonweaith Savings Bank
Ethel Wilton
Cordelia-nirset
South Brisasme
Decested
Kedron Brisbanes Second Infantile Paralysis Case Reported
In Kedron a second suspected infantile paralysis case emerged at nine years old, prompting closure of the Convent of the Franciscans in the district. Melbourne reports note 19 volunteers offered for vaccine tests, with consent forms to be sent to children’s homes in Collingwood and area as health authorities step up efforts to combat the disease.
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Brisbane
Kedron
Melbourne
Monin
Comell
Oeday
Collingwood
Beem
Finmmissayion
Child Drowned In Barrel Of Water
Merrivy Brigdane reports the drowning of David Geome Cwlewel 12 who overbalanced into a small water barrel at home in Moarooiks while playing. He fell face first into about eight inches of water and died before a doctor could be summoned despite oxygen treatment for an hour and a half.
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Brigdane
Merrivy
David Geome Cwlewel
Moarooiks
St Mies Hight
Ian
Flying boat service links England and Australia via Brisbane
English and Australian aviation officials returned to Brisbane after four week trials of flying boats. Captain L Brain of Qantas Empire Airways and Captain Crowther praised the new craft for comfort and performance. They said the machines, weighing about 40 500 pounds, offer easier handling and could boost imperial air travel and military rearmament plans.
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Brisbane
England
Qantas Empire Airways
L. Brain
Crowther
Imperial
Caplan Brain
Inquest Hears of Miscarriage Confusion and Adjournment
An inquest into a death related to alleged miscarriage adjourned as witness statements emerged. Dr Pye testified June 3 about alleged feeding on a remnant of miscarriage and a witness doubted the sister’s appendicitis claim. Mr. W J Grant attended for the masher and sister.
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Pye
W. J. Grant
Roma Ambulance Benefit Banned After Justice Refusal
A Roma Ambulance Brigade meeting noted prohibition of a chocolate wheel fundraising activity after the Department of Justice refused to grant a permit. The issue was raised by MLA C W Couroy and discussed with ambulance center executives regarding revenue from raffles and games.
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Roma
Separtment of Justice
Hodgson
Roma Armbulancer Brigade Committee
CW. Couroy
Nkibu
Ambusted Brigade
Deireulrise
Ambwance
Johnsons Print Goods Bring Broad Range of Fabrics
A fragmentary sale notice lists items like Toototle miles, Lystay Silk Linen, and Vasclusa prints with various yard prices. Mentions decorative patterns, plain weave options, and mixed colors. Frequency of prices like 3/6 yd and 2/6 yd appears, though text is garbled.
Stench Bombs Exploded in 24 Theatres
In New York during Hart nightly programmes, bombs exploded in 24 theatres causing choking fumes. Reports describe panicked audience, injuries, and emergency responses as authorities investigate the incidents across several locations. Local officials urge calm and caution amid ongoing searches for suspects.
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Westen
Hart Aight
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