14 Dec 1936
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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1936
Page
1
A severely injured youth died after a violent incident at Newcastle’s shoreline. Lifeguards recovered the body from the water and transported him to hospital, where he succumbed to injuries. Authorities are reviewing the events surrounding the drowning.
A Sunday night crash on a highway near Neel City killed Jol Horn and injured others when a lorry and a vehicle collided at a wide bend. Fourteen year old Leonor Ruschen died in the motor accident four miles from Temorn By Sieurdity.
Caution notice warns that trespassers on the Neurea estate will be prosecuted. Shooter or intruder trespassers will face penalties as per property owners. Signed by A. Puller and H. Trenilocr, with names appearing in the damaged OCR text.
Torrential rainfall impacted many areas in New South Wales with heavy showers in the Laywes and Wilcannia. The downpour produced up to two inches in surrounding counties, hindering travel and local operations yesterday.
A party of four occupants in a car traveling from Parches to Bathurst endured a frightening crash when the vehicle overturned on a half mile stretch. The driver George Murphy of Fortes and three women, including two from the centre, were trapped beneath debris. One woman sustained a fractured collarbone while others escaped injury. Baker lifted the car to free the survivors before ambulance treatment at the scene.
All persons found trespassing in STL Nanima will be prosecuted without exception. D. H. Barton.
The news reports King Edward VII abdicated the throne to marry Mrs Simpson. The House of Commons met to set the oath for the new king and queen, with Queen Mary and the Duke of Windsor mentioned among likely titles. The abdication reshapes the British monarchy, with changes in the royal lineup and potential travel to America discussed amid the transition.
A fragmentary royal farewell speech reflects on abdication and loyalty while Edward cedes the throne. Officials and ministers offer support as the realm faces transition, with the new king identified and a vow to serve the empire and people wholeheartedly.
Crowds cheered outside St James's Palace after the coronation announcement by the Privy Council. Ex King Edward VIII left Portsmouth early morning. George VI to be titled Duke of Windsor in future as part of the royal reorganization.
The proclamation at Canberra was read by the Secretary of the Prime Minister's Department at the King's Ball in Parliament House. Attendees included the Governor-General Lew Cowie and others, with a brief formal session lasting about five minutes.
A fragmentary report describes dignity and punishment during a nocturnal event in Melbourne. It references a family feud and a troubling transfer of concern from one brother to another, noting sympathy for the man who refused to bend. The piece hints at justice and exile as outcomes within a chaotic, morally charged scene.
Archbishops and reverends led interdenominational prayers across Sydney yesterday for Edward, the former king, and for national unity. Sermons urged forgiveness and humility, with calls to seek happiness and penance as the community reflects on recent events.
A 65 year old man, Thoymes Joseph Rawson, was killed by a passing train near Grinalle on Saturday while attempting to loot the locomotive yard. His son and daughter witnessed the accident as railway staff failed to halt the engine in time. Witnesses described the chaotic scene and the immediate aftermath as mourners gathered at Wellington Office.
A 38 year old Italian native, Francesco Guiglema Femio, was found dead on Rotundo Farm near Stone Riveringham after two bullet wounds. Police questioned Dominico Searealliy, a local farmer, as part of the inquiry. Police described the scene and stated the murder is believed to be part of a vendetta.
Sydney police report Giovanni Piaggalo aged about 60 murdered his wife Ethel May Piaggalo aged 33 by slashing her throat then committed suicide in a similar manner after a quarrel was heard in the room. The tragedy occurred in a dwelling where authorities investigated the scene and noted the couple had long-standing domestic tensions.
The postmortem notes indicate multiple injuries from a violent incident. Rawson, a well known widower in the district, is survived by four daughters and one son. The report notes facial injuries and bodily trauma.
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