Charge in the Magistrates Court, Johannesburg for contravening the Suppression of Communism Act by attending public gatherings on 24 May and 26 May 1952.
Sachs was sentenced to 6 months' imprisonment with hard labour on each of two counts, the sentences to run concurrently. He lodged notice of appeal. The bail of £250 was allowed to stand.
Application to set aside two orders against Sachs under the Suppression of Communism Act. The application was dismissed with costs. The appeal in September was also dismissed with costs.
Application to set aside Minister's order removing Sachs from Secretaryship of the Garment Workers Union and prohibiting him from attending public gatherings.
Appeal against conviction by Johannesburg magistrate of organising a public gathering on 26 May 1952. The appeals were allowed and the convictions and sentences were set aside.