Horsham Times in Horsham, Victoria

Italian forces widen Abyssinia invasion with heavy toll

A North West advance from Jal Wal toward Daror with Red air support and tanks, followed by bombardment across the Ogaden. Italian forces report rapid progress, claimed advances through Abyssinia with heavy casualties on both sides and fears of continued offensive. Reports cite thousands dead and civilians among losses, amid aerial and artillery assaults and impending new pushes.