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Newspaper
Wagga Wagga Express
Location
Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 06, 1933
Page
10
Fragmentary report outlines Premier Stevens addressing Upper House Reform and border issues. He pledges to advance provisions of the Upper House Reform Bill, defend government measures, and contrast past and present finances while urging electors toward a Yes vote next Saturday.
Temora council learns the Fire Board must cover three quarters of the £400 fire cost for J Dolden and Co loysticks blaze. A separate court matter records Benny James Kustaman committed for trial after stealing a document from a local auction office and declining to have the Bench deal summarily. Some government actions discuss settler concessions and relief funds totaling thousands in aid and employment.
Obituary notices describe the death of multiple individuals including Mr Charles Oldroyd a long serving postmaster of Beecroft and a Royal Avon Chapter member. Other notices include Mrs Catherine Teresa Reaver Mrs Martha Brett and Mrs Martha Balt with details on births residences and survivors. The text references military service in various wars and public service roles across Sydney Narandera and nearby towns.
Express Duver bids farewell after a 43 year railway career. Egan served many years as a fiat class driver and led engine movements in southern yards. He began from humble posts and earned a trusted reputation for safety and steady leadership, with no recorded accidents in his tenure.
London reports mounting anger in Britain and the United States as financiers and officials condemn what is described as the most blatant and deliberate default in history. A baker quoted by Financial News warns that Americans may fail to honor obligations in depreciated currency while hopes for a Maane system grow.
The Wages State Choir held a farewell at Mr Atkinson's residence for Mr N Watkins prior to his move to Blackburn Victoria. President Mr Ry Kangdon spoke warmly as Watkins, treasurer for three years, was praised for his musical knowledge and fine voice. The choir voted him a life member and presented a memento.
A fragmented, OCR–style report describes a May Day address by Adolf Hitler and the German chancellor praising a massive rally. It references mass gatherings, iron weaponry, and a vow to push through with force, signaling a militant wartime mood.
An old OCR readout shows Cann's Melbourne shop offering wool and knitwear at varied prices. Items include children's wool outfits, cardigans, fROCK and trews, plus leather and underwear with multiple price points like 4/6 and 7/1, suggesting a wide seasonal stock and discount tags.
The Wagga Musical Society staged The Country Girl with strong performances from Dousland Dunn and Ruth Warren, while Kath McGrath and Berry drew audience praise. The cast filled the cramped stage well though late shoppers delayed the start and no definite encore was set for Monday night.
The 196th Lottery yesterday awarded the frat prize to number 71040. The ticket is held by Joy, Ivy, and Marr of a 2 avenue unit in the Gears Line SA Youngs district.
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