Australians at Tobruk advance from Bardia fight
An Australian armored push extends beyond Tobruk defenses after the Bardia battle. The advance began January 7 with a small unit and grew into a rapid progression toward Tobruk, aided by experienced troops and blocking supply issues. Moonlit nights hindered operations but troops pressed forward along the coast toward Tobruk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tobruk
Bardia
Alexandria
Zaaland
Wickenems
Amall Bodive
Sheep Market at Wagga See Large Buyer Turnout
At Wagga the sheep sale drew broad buyer interest from multiple regions. Heavy rain reduced activity in parts but buyers from distant markets led a strong session with robust demand and high prices for top lots.
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Wagga
Aimiler
Onpecy ‘Limited
AML & FP
Northenay
Trroughouk Mbothers
Erieenaans Eile
Age group call up expands enrolment to 16 34
Area Officer announces extending the call up to unmarried men and widowers aged 16 to 34 for July 1 1939 to June 30 1940. Eligible ages include 19, 21, 29 and 34 with timing for prior marriages. Enrolment is via Form MA or post to the Area Officer. exemptions may be requested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo
Mline
Ares
Railway Excursions Planned for February Week
Railway commissioner announces February second week as the start for excursion trains. Fares shown include single fare and first and second class rates to New South Wales with return trips. Morflk women volunteers begin a salvage feather campaign to aid the Red Cross pillows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karty Hoyts
Paweer
Morflk
Died Under Him Trooper's Charger At Forbes
Trooper W Fowler joined Forbes Troop of Ninth Light Horse and rode a mare from Mr Frank Fowler of Yarran Lea for a three week trial. The mare became restless and was ridden home before a parade at the Showground. In the vicinity of Mr Actin the horse collapsed pinning him beneath the dead animal, but he freed himself and continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Fowler
Forbes
Ninth Light
Mary
Frank Fowler
Yarran Lea
Tpr. Powler
Actin
Ale
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John Meagher & Co. Pty. Ltd
Perimenter
Tiberuk
Mb Dd
Bardin
Inna
Varius
Meagher
Mr. W. Fowler
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