13 Feb 1937
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Newspaper
Wagga Wagga Express
Location
Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 13, 1937
Page
1
A scrambled report outlines wartime defence plans and government spending during an extended budget cycle. It mentions planned arms programs, parliamentary debates, and fiscal figures in the billions, with references to allies, leaders, and strategic aims amid postwar restructuring.
The Secretary for War warns of imminent danger as Britain braces for conflict. He appeals for recruits and emphasizes voluntary service while noting shortages of trained manpower and armaments amid mounting tensions.
Dr Page Urapl on traveled 16 miles through flooded country by railway carriage to reach Grafton after missing the train at Kempsey. He and four men then rode the line vehicle to Coffs Harbour and onward to Grafton, enduring rough conditions and aching muscles.
The Times reports stiff defensive fighting as loyalist forces repulse attacks near Tas Roa and Monelow. Rebels threaten a broader advance, with air raids on Aleaiade and Hynarra. Government forces report capture of Malnen area and severe rebel casualties. Insurgent court proceedings at Mal awa sentence 27 to death or imprisonment. Disturbances ripple Catalonia factory districts. A dramatic battle on a wrecked bridge tests cavalry and infantry under bombardment, ending with a stalled rebel push and a halted advance.
At the annual ALLA conference, several rebel groups were unrepresented while two strong efforts aimed to wrest control from the curing function. Protests were organized against Ite Silos by multiple unions and the Disputes Committee was called to keep order before talks could begin.
Government plans to grant assistance to wheat farmers in the southwestern state region. Additional funds will be provided where current holdings cannot be made payable, with a further reduction of debts to the Crown expected. About 2000 farmers to benefit, with several hundreds in need of assistance.
A 98 year old man, Sulivluy Sook Wolsk Welch of Hampton, was killed when a shark mauled him near a buoy off the coast. Bystanders Atkins and Stree aided him as the monster bit his limbs and tore his body while the surf churned foamy. Welch appeared to be bleeding and was found upside down in the waves. the shark attacked for several minutes before swimming away.
A cleartoed report notes Japan seeks steady trade with Australia. Mr Terao Wake, newly appointed consul general for Japan, arrived in Sydney aboard the Kitano Maru on Thursday. Australian wheat fruit and other goods are mentioned as desired imports, signaling closer economic ties between Japan and Australia.
The main prizes in the 3960 State Lottery were won by metropolitan ticket-holders. First prize of £5000 went to the Tinsdae Syndicate, c/o Mrs E Mack, Darlinghurst road water road. Second prize to the Us Syndicate, or N. HB Willis, Salisbury road, Carpertown. Third prize to Peaceful Putut TM Syndicate, c/o Mr R M Munt, Elizabeth Street, Sydney. Fourth prize to Belty Syncrome, c/o Mr J Capshury, Waverton.
The northwest sheep country of W South Wales endures heavy rains with up to five inches around Collarencort and a dramatic 17 inch fall at Bellingen over two days. The North Coast sees a reaching flood as the Clarence River tributaries swell. Graziers report winter feed secured as hand feeding ends.
The Victorian Railways announce a reduced return fare of 12 shillings 4 pence to Melbourne for country passengers. A Woolly all Rises ticket is available for 18 shillings, offering travel from Vinitite Melbourne with the test match in view.
Two flooded rivers on the North Coast decline as no heavy rain falls on watersheds. At Nada Glen the Orara River drops twenty feet from yesterday after rising four feet over the bridge. At Ova rainfall reached twenty three inches, affecting vineyards downstream.
A garbled report outlines social visits and movements of notable residents including Major and Mrs. Cols Toren at The Retreat in Hertfordshire and Lady Etoufaed at Muntpells, with notes on musical events, friends in the Palversty of Coete, and preparations for a lengthy UK tour ending in Surrey.
Eva Belbridge aged 64 of Albury died Thursday. Widow of F J Belbridge solicitor she helped public and Red Cross president, long service medal recipient, active in CWA and St Davids Church. Remains cremated at North Sydney after trip to Melbourne and Tasmania. Also notes the death in Albury of Willan Dovelaw Atom, a promising young cricketer.
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