THE ROUSE GASE

Hokitika Guardian, 4 February 1931, Page 3

THE ROUSE GASE

CONSIDERABLE CONTROVERSY. | l)iut<*d Press AssociationMv Kleotru ioiugiagii. Copji igni.J LONDON, February 2. Rouse continues to attract widespread attention. The “Daily Herald” publishes a. challenging article gravely doubting bis guilt. It points out the Crown’s I theory that lie wanted to disappear is untenable, in view of Rouse’s emergence from the ditch in front of strangers. The article reminds that the Judge also commented tlierealimit. .Moreover, tin l origin of the fire was not proved. Roth Helen Campbell and Nellie Tucker have written to the gaol reaffirming their love. Campbell said.—“Do not forget the days of when so happy a memory, remain in unforgettable treasure. It is bard to know when we wanted to be most in your thoughts, that you have only scorn for me and my love still burns and will continue to burn long alter you have gone. Whatever others say f will always believe one so gentle and kind is not responsible lor the terrible affair.” Tucker said.—“l still love you dearly as any girl can love her father of two sweet children. Cheer up and keep your reputation always cheery I and sporty.” j ■Since conviction the girls and close friends have mutually arranged to help i to bring up the children. -..rs R.ouse visited the prison and remained a considerabh time.