About 29 shots were exchanged between two Sikh members of the S.M.P. and four gunmen out of a gang of eight who had robbed a woodyard at 1464 Jessfield Road of $80 in cash shortly after 11 a.m. yesterday. None of the shots took effect, however, and the desperadoes were able to escape into "Ta Tao" territory.
The thugs entered the woodyard in the usual manner by intimidating the occupants but one of the latter was able to set off an alarm affixed to the outside wall of the establishment as a result of which Naik 182 and Sikh constable 594 rushed to the scene and gave chase to the gang. When the robbers ignored the order to halt, the policemen opened fire, firing nine shots at the group. The four gunmen, one armed with a Mauser and three with short automatic pistols, returned the fire in order to cover their retreat, and were able to escape into "Ta Tao" territory before the policemen were able to aPPhe case is at present being in-hend them.
vestigated by detectives from Bubbling Well station.
20 of a penny per mile—Ist Class.14 of a penny per mile—3rd Class These figures compare with 65 of a penny per mile in Birmingham.
-50 of a penny per mile in Liverpool.
.72 of a penny per mile in Manchester.
In conclusion, the Company asserted that it has been due to the prudent if not conservative financial policy hitherto pursued that it has been possible to defer the present increase for so long.
Further in support of the proposed increases, a statement was submitted giving particulars with regard to the company's share capital, net profits after providing for renewals, dividend distributions and allocations to reserve, for the years 1933 to 1938 inclusive.
The matter was again considered by the Council on June 14, when, in the light of the further information submitted, the conclusion was arrived at by members that the proposed increases in fares were moderate and justified, and the Council unanimously approved the application of the Tramway Company to increase its average fare charges per mile to 3.11 cents for Ist Class, and 2.15 cents for 3rd, Class, accommodation.
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