Lonigan, Scanlon and Kennedy's encounter with the Kelly Gang Lonigan, Scanlon and Kennedy's encounter with the Kelly Gang

Written two days after the Stringy Bark Creek murders, this incomplete 5-page telegram is a copy of the original, written by Sub-Inspector Pewtress in Mansfield. Sent from Benalla and addressed to the Chief Commissioner in Melbourne, the telegram describes the events of the murders committed. It includes details of McIntyres return to the police station to report the siege, the discovery of Scanlon and Lonigans bodies and the attempt to locate the body of Sergeant Kennedy. Page 5 of the telegram reveals the authors concern over his lack of men for duty, due to the search for the Kellys.