Tragedy as sisters leap to their deaths from plane in suicide pact

Find out what changes and challenges are heading your way as our top astrologer reveals your week in the stars

The Sunday Post covered the tragic story of two young sisters who died after falling from a plane on this day 86 years ago.

“A rail crash on the Continent held up Mr and Mrs Coert Du Bois on their journey from Naples to Britain where at Upminster their two daughters, Elizabeth and Jane, fell to their death from an airliner,” reported The Post on February 24, 1935.

“Mrs Du Bois was deep

in mourning and looked tired and ill. She does not yet know the truth of the fate of her beautiful daughters.”

It transpired that Jane Du Bois was heartbroken by the aircraft death of RAF pilot Charles Forbes, whom she had met just prior to his fatal accident. The 20-yearold Jane and her 23-yearold sister were inseparable and agreed to jump to their deaths, calling the fate of Forbes “the last straw”.

The sisters booked on

to a small six-seater plane, where, unbeknown to the pilots, they opened the door mid-flight and jumped out.

The Post continued: “Arising out of the sisters’ death leap, a question on the safety of airliners is to be asked in the House Of Commons. Mr N B Goldie, Warrington, will ask the Minister of Transport whether in order to ensure safety he will take steps to make it compulsory for airliners to carry a steward.”

ARIES

It’s a week for noticing how you could improve your daily routines. The attention you give to small but essential tasks can make the difference between days of effective action and just fire-fighting irritations. Attention to diet, rest and exercise, as well as your intuition, is also called for.

TAURUS

Venus moves into Pisces on Thursday so enjoy the prospect of slowing down and dreaming beautiful dreams. You could be inspired by an idea you see in the media to get on with some de-cluttering. Saturday’s full moon opens the way to indulge in some practical creativity.

GEMINI

There could be pointers this week as to whether or not you’re successfully balancing the demands of your public and private lives. Any changes that may be needed should become clear too. Family members could provide you with stimulating ideas for trying something new.

CANCER

It’s time to distinguish between hard facts and opinion. If you question old beliefs honestly now you’ll discover whether you’re coming from truth or habitual ideas collected along the way. Get on top of correspondence early in the week to free yourself up for more enjoyable activities later.

LEO

Following an urge to do a hefty clear-out around midweek could leave you in a better position to push forward with your career or community goals. Saturday’s full moon may bring up strong feelings about money and it’s an excellent time to review how you handle your assets.

VIRGO

As significant others are much to the forefront now it could be easy to lose sight of your own needs. Share concerns you have with others this week without blame, shame or judgement. A trouble shared is a trouble halved and listening to their feedback will bring you closer.

LIBRA

Venus in your work area from Thursday prompts you to tidy up your productive spaces and make them more beautiful, producing a real tonic for the soul. Saturday’s full moon in your most reclusive area invites you to take time off the treadmill of tasks and listen to your heart.

SCORPIO

You’re in a prime position to deal with in-depth communication with partners on issues that would normally be hard to approach. This could lead to improved understanding and effective compromises. Strong feelings about a friend on Saturday could surprise you.

SAGITTARIUS

Now that Mercury has turned direct you should be less bothered by annoying glitches in communications. From Thursday Venus brings harmony to the home but juggling between outside and domestic affairs may be a stretch. Follow what your heart is telling you.

CAPRICORN

You may well be right in something you feel strongly about this week – and it may be hard to convince you otherwise – but there’s no need to find fault with anyone who disagrees. It’s better to sink your energy into something creative and to push forward with pruning unnecessary distractions.

AQUARIUS

The results of what you set in motion a fortnight ago should become apparent around the full moon on Saturday and this could include some realisations about finances and the emotional support you give others. Time spent reviewing this will be time well spent.

PISCES

Your natural tendency is often to put other people first but the full moon in your relationship area this week could give you a reality check about whether or not you’re neglecting your own needs. Saying no to excessive demands from others is not selfish and will earn you respect.