IN A NUTSHELL
ANNIVERSARIES. 1769.—George Washington chosen first President of the United States of America. 1805. —First ship launched in Australia—King George. 1810.—First horse race in Australia (Parramatta). r 1827. —London University founded, 18o5.—Sir Henry R. Bishop, composer. died. 1916.—End of Irish rebellion. Fierce battle raging at Sasabarieh. Italians rushing up reinforcements from all sides. Gales in Tasman Sea. Cable repair ship encounters difficulties. Man accused of Queensland train murders appears in Brisbane court. Annual saving of £155,900 expected from Select Committee’s investigations into financial provision for the Crown. General Goering regarded as Herr Hitler’s successor. ' French Press considers King Fuad’s death may have adverse effect on Anglo-Egyptian relations. The first building in Great Britain specially designed for floodlighting is now nearing completion in Piccadilly, London. It was stated at a British Ministry of Health inquiry recently that 215 persons were living in 12 houses at Newcastle.
Dressmaking firms and tailors in the West End of London, are already preparing the robes that . will he worn at next year’s Coronation.
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Evening Star, Issue 22326, 30 April 1936, Page 1
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170IN A NUTSHELL Evening Star, Issue 22326, 30 April 1936, Page 1
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