05 Jun 1937
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Newspaper
Wagga Wagga Express
Location
Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1937
Page
1
A damaged report places damage at about £35,000 for Rabaul with insurance covering the majority of the loss. The text notes limited coverage, ship repairs, and ongoing investigations. Mr W Wellworthy, last seen near a crater, is mentioned with no trace found of Edworthy by yesterday afternoon.
A regional proposal to return to Rabaul faced fear of eruptions and was postponed. A special evacuation issue urged delaying any return while Kokopo prepares, with 20 administration staff set to move toward Rabaul to assist cleaning and clearance efforts.
Residents clash over revival of Rabaul as capital with calls to move to Kokopo, while cleanup proceeds clearing debrix and fallen trees. Roads blocked by obris and debris hinder access as ships rejoin the harbor channel and firms transfer stock inland. Kevin Sheekey, attached to the Administration staff at Rabaul, cables home he is safe.
A major fire in Sydney caused darkness after the main switchboard failed. Firemen evacuated children from dancing classes and others scattered on upper floors, some carried out as rain cooled the scene. Duty Chief Officer Ate Beare ordered roof exits for fresh air while crews gained control after ten minutes. Several women received attention for smoke exposure.
In Rome on Friday Italy and Germany announced a defensive Entente. They described their spirit and force as aligning for mutual interests and the protection of European civilization, with the Entente to be revealed as a protective force in Europe.
A demented note allegedly aimed at a buyer was received by Mr Lyons after a recent hotel interview attempt. The threatening language targeted a secretary of the Prime Minister. The man was escorted from the hotel and the case is now with Scotland Yard.
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