Lillian Sproule, criminal record number 746LB, 31 October 1928. State Reformatory for Women, Long Bay, NSW

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Tasmanian Lillian Sproule became involved in SydneyÕs cocaine trade. She was labelled a Ôparasite in skirtsÕ by the newspapers and had multiple convictions relating to drug dealing. She was sentenced to six months in prison. Charged with: possession of cocaine. DOB: 1878. From: Tasmania. Occupation: domestic duties. Criminal associate: Rosie Steel.

Tasmanian Lillian Sproule became involved in SydneyÕs cocaine trade. She was labelled a Ôparasite in skirtsÕ by the newspapers and had multiple convictions relating to drug dealing. She was sentenced to six months in prison. Charged with: possession of cocaine. DOB: 1878. From: Tasmania. Occupation: domestic duties. Criminal associate: Rosie Steel.

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