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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 27, 1939
Page
5
Several blocks of land with streets from 60 pounds and a 10 pound deposit, balance on easy monthly terms, near the station. A first‑order five‑room house at 750 pounds with 200 pounds down and weekly balance payments. First‑class continuation advertised.
A reflective essay contrasts Hitler with Attila the Hun, noting that tyranny invites downfall. It contrasts modern rulers' violence with historic conquest, citing Attila’s simple life, Attila’s invasions of Gaul and Italy, and the decisive defeat at Troyes by Aetius and Visigoths.
Dorothy Thompson contrasts Attila the Hun with Hitler, citing his formless danger and hunger for empire. Gibbon notes Attila’s deformity of face and the Roman Empire split between East and West as barbarians pressed outward. Attila carved a vast realm by conquest and alliances, sacking cities and taxing Theodosius, while ruling a palace in Upper Hungary and forging a fearsome, looting-driven dominion.
The legend claims Pope Leo I confronted Attila the Hun and forced retreat with celestial warnings. Attila later died choking on his blood after a wedding night with Ildico, his empire ending as his captains contended for power.
The Sunshine Cycling Club staged a 165 mile handicap race with R. Grenfell R. Holloway and J. Dumbrell leading early. J. Dumbrell secured victory in a near photo finish from R. Holloway and R. Grenfell, with W. Thompson L. McPherson and J. Thompson close behind. Fastest time was 38 minutes 50 seconds. race winner timed at 43 minutes. A 10 mile handicap race is scheduled for tomorrow at 3.15 pm at the usual start.
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