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Newspaper
Wagga Wagga Express
Location
Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1936
Page
9
Fragmentary report describes Italian planes in Spanish Morocco near Tangier and Franco-Spanish tension. It details alleged reconnaissance and bombing by unidentified aeroplanes, with mentions of British observers and Franco-Spanish authorities investigating the incident amid broader unrest in the region.
Burgos forms a rebel government as Madrid battle rages. Loyalist and rebel forces maneuver with 34,000 troops in three columns. Royalist advances toward Saragossa pressed. rebel column near Navalperal and Fi Pardo threatens Madrid front.
Discussion on closer settlement lapsed into a budget argument with Mayor and Aldermen citing annual costs and potential population effects. Estimates show 100000 pounds planned government spend this year, with future reductions. speakers warn stability relies on closer settlements and state schemes.
A cryptic report notes the Master of Sempill arriving in Karachi from Australia via Jaxk at 3.18, then resuming the journey as dusk falls. Poor weather is forecast before the continuation of travel, delaying plans.
The opening ceremony unfolds as teams parade past the Olympische flame relay, with the 1910s-era coverage noting the torch arrival at 2 00 pm and the ceremonial program led by the Organising Committee president. Attendance of about 120 000 locals is anticipated as events begin Sunday morning under hot conditions. The Brazilian team is not competing in some events due to a dispute, and IOC discussions on medical exams for women athletes follow the Polish controversy.
Fragmentary report describes US Army marching in Berlin with arrow hats held high while American athletes prepare to salute traditions. The text references the Diverpiy parade and a cautious approach to dipping the flag, noting Americans may be saluting rather than dipping.
The staff committee on Thursday night recommended temporarily appointing an assistant engineer for twelve months with a three month probation at £460 yearly plus car and travel allowances. Mr P F Wightman of Land Cove was proposed for the position amid a pending council decision on major works. The council debated the recommendations and returned with apparent adoption after a committee review.
Reports from the Wagga region cover a dog attack at Albury poll school and a council update on gas prices sewer work and street trees. The Starr Bowkett Society No 4 held a Thursday meeting with officers named, plus notes on sheep and wool examinations planned for the Sydney Technical College at Wagga showground.
A Ballarat storefront was wrecked by a gel ignite explosion on Fel Hay 45 Wnty. as part of a string of outrages dating to 1925. Two elderly women in the adjourned premises were shaken but unharmed. The attacked shop was run by Harett Sage, a butcher on Eurvka Street, Ballarat Bust.
Kathleen Arcon stage production by Catholic Younger Set Society at Oxford Theatre drew strong Thursday night attendance. Praise and thanks flowed to Phoebe Andrews and crew, with gifts and tributes from Mayoress and local figures, highlighting community support and staging efforts.
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