Why Abyssinia Was Lost Wienholt Tells Inside Story
Captain Arnold Wienholt, returning to Brisbane after six months in Abyssinia, argues the northern Abyssinian defeat stemmed from Shifta raids and supply cuts rather than Italian air power. He says a united revolt would complicate Italy’s hold and notes disunity among Ethiopian forces aided the collapse.
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Fremantle
Arnold Wienholt
Queensland
Courier-Mail
Otranto
Brisbane
Abyssinia
Wienhart
Italy
Fragmented speech on war and politics in Ethiopia crisis
A noisy OCR passage presents distorted dialogue about Britain and Abyssinia, referencing Ethiopian affairs, political plans, and conflict. It mentions leaders, colonial impact, and universal courage while muddily describing a campaign and tensions near Addi Abba and other places.
Haile Selassie Reported Traveling Incognito in England
A May 26 report from London claims Haile Selassie is traveling incognito near Tatar en route to England. The piece notes speculation about royal family implications and potential alarms in Britain, with details of a royal train and international observers mentioning Addis Ababa and Abyssinia.
City Council Loan Saga Faces NSW Fire Brigade Vote
Fragmentary report notes the New South Wales Fire Brigade awaiting approval from a city council loan of £400 and a possible 600 thousand pound total. Mention of Tweed Heads brigade floated, with council chairmen and local business groups pressing for timely decision.
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City Council
Sansa
Toney
Tweed
New South Wales Boalh
Teed
Canberra
Twesay
Loo Council
Efoks Lin
Downaary
Bexbine
Ily Council
Coolengalla
Chamber of Commerce
Tweed Heads” Brigade
Mr. Casey
Electricity Talk Set to Meet City Council
A forthcoming meeting with The CHY electricity firm and city officials aims to discuss the purchase of a large property in South Brisbane. Alderman Jonen and department officers are expected to attend the conference to review the deal and potential contingencies if the purchase falters before August.
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Cie Connell Rt
Liemanapiery
Gyaferémce
Myer
jJonen
Ana Genttion
Dultem
South Brisbane
Fomnehise
Ant yHin
Dane Aring Auguat
English Derby Today Probable Starters and Jockeys
London May 20 The probable starters and jockeys for the Derby to be run at Epsom tomorrow include Kadron Cultie, Diner Pay, Manaleany Prince, Weenen, Bouyer, Benty, and Ahjer miler. The list also mentions Tine Berrian, Bruce itrery, Walvic Ray, Vibert, Fad, Neal Gorton Rienards, Bile Alesat Sonne, Mahou Isiyirke, Lali, Grrnstead sin Voekey, Ganiorn, Tavue Weng Spinalot, Renverisan, Midstream Pow, Thankerton T Buenh rare, Fox TE Smith, Belaethel, Bowell iPal, Bewainy.
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London
Ima
Epsom Lasmorrow
Manaleany
Prince Ween Tery
Atatarsal Bouyer Benty
Ahjer Miler
Hisile Tine Berrian
Fit Chruce
Walvic Ray
Walvic Ray’ tEawrrys. Miptry Ewe Wet, Mteting Vibert “Fad
Neal Gorton
Patrol Boat Larrakia Rescued After Mooring Leak
Startling awakening for patrol boat crew as Larrakia swamped at its mooring in Darwin Harbour by a leak from a faulty automatic bailing device. Captain T Houston and a three man crew acted quickly to tow the damaged vessel to shallow water and secure it while repairs were arranged. The fault was traced to the automatic bailer, with engines to be serviced and restored to working order. The incident prompted a briefing on safety and readiness for future operations.
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Vanwin
Darwin
Larrakia
T. Houston
Regina
Woomertonertul Atv
Italian Propaganda in Egypt Stirs British Concerns
The article reports British alarm over Italian propaganda in Egypt and the Near East aimed at fueling fear and undermining Britain’s prestige. It notes Italian efforts to press Egypt into joining an anti-British line and seeks to influence Egyptian opinion, with diplomacy and force as potential tools.
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Iauay
Wielr
Palestine
Near East
Egypt
Iiaht
Briain
Ttelj
Surfer Rescued After Cramp In Rough Seas at Coolangatta
A surfer was seized by cramps off Coolangatta on Tuesday and rescued with timely aid from shore. Lifesavers, led by McGuinness and a local crew, worked quickly to pull him clear of the strong current and drag him to safety at the beach, where medical attention followed.
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Coolangatta
McGuinness
Qiuitor
Sydney
Teayers
Abe
Aguinet
Me Aires Burl Ci
Smgne
M Wallace
Royalty Expected Visit to Queensland Amid 16th Anniversary Events
Reports suggest a royal visit to Queensland may be extended to include New South Wales as celebrations mark the 16th anniversary. Government officials have not confirmed the specifics, but inquiries indicate preparations are underway and public interest is high.
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New South Wales
Lie Bieler
Rey Posen Taniye
le Peomyaker3. Meanwhile the Voxpovilion Dn Prumisig Arojuonls Fur Qulhilwrn
MC Chaputee
Comalee
Fillestar
Aretry
Pyanoy
Kent
Australia
Dar
New Sonth Wales
Queenaland
Badass Paryaite
Ave
Coronation preparations spark Citizens' Committee formation
A local group plans to form a Citizens' Committee to organize May coronation festivities. The initiative aims to shape a larger state event with a parade, public displays, and community gatherings, echoing last year's celebrations while avoiding immediate prohibitions.
Gallipoli memories stir as war films revive distant awe
London reports recall Gallipoli with admiration and warning as Admiral Sir Roger Keyes and other veterans reflect on the campaign. The piece notes changed landscapes, lingering bravado, and renewed attention to British naval power in the Mediterranean after viewing wartime scenes and speaking of the past.
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Willy
Roger Keyes
Gallipol
Brill
Mediterranean
Roger
Talia
Bigeude
Britain
Britain weighs home defence plan and potential forces
The War Office contemplates a new national force and may announce an early decision. Veterans express willingness to enroll for homeland defence. Duff Cooper explains the Royal Defence Corps could be rebuilt by reorganising and mobilising ex servicemen to assist in home defence efforts.
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London
Dull Cooper
For Ward
War Office
Duff Cowper
Reniyina
Imperial Conference and Coronation Timing Discussed
Commonwealth government circles indicate the Imperial Conference will follow the Coronation, with both events announced in London soon. Prime Minister Lyons seeks to time the Imperial Conference after the Coronation to allow focus on Federal elections next year.
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Bath
London
Commonwealth
Wall
Une
Lyons
Imperial Conference
King Edward's First Levee Attended by Crowds at St James
London May 26 King Edward wearing a field marshal's uniform rode in the royal coach with the sovereign's escort from Buckingham Palace along the Mall to St James's Palace for his first levee. Crowds cheered as Majesty entered.
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London
Air Wiliam Dhood Hinnely
Staten
Coronaton
Guy Usck
Abe
Bates
St. James's Palace
Kave Eccard
Sovereigh
Buckingham Palace
St Jammes Palace
Price of Gold In Melbourne Market
Lawnan reports the price movement in Melbourne bullion markets with quotes around 4.98 and 4.97 pounds, noting bullion and jewellery trends. The Commonwealth Bank fixings are cited with revised gold values and prior quotations, reflecting market fluctuation on Tuesday.
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Melbourne
Raye
One Legged Tom Mystery Stirs Norwood Crime Rumors
A disjointed OCR fragment describes the case of a one legged man known as One-legger Tom in Norwood. It mentions bank deposits around £10,900 and suggests a local inquiry into his death or disappearance, with relatives and neighbors referenced amid unclear details.
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Norwood
Palwice
Chanlelste
Alnestey Avenue
ERMAN APPROACH TO ITALY AND CZECH FRONTIER TENSIONS
May reports from Lowpue and Prague describe German plans near Italy and Austria, with Mussolini's stance and potential expansion worrying Britain. The Czechoslovak government seeks 124,000,000 in aid, arranging frontier settlements and wartime armament controls abroad.
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Prague
Poisoned Champion Bird Shocks Norwich Show
The Criminal Investigation Branch probed the death of a champion canary at the Norwich show on May 4 after cyanide poisoning. The Belshone Denary Improvement Society and local officials faced delays. thefts at prior shows raised concerns. Detective work continued with no clear suspect or motive identified.
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Brisbane
Belshone
Norwich
Mr. T Rome
Herst
Wan
Elf Olmir
Ingat
Alphanel
F Blechar
Ana
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