Wilsons Peace Quest Amid Italy Fiume Question
An early look at the war’s end diplomacy notes United States power in peace talks. It discusses Italy’s Fiume claim, the Austro-Hungarian empire’s dismemberment, and President Wilson’s position versus Clemenceau and Lloyd George. It mentions Orlando and the League of Nations as context for postwar settlement.
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United States of America
Billy” Hughes
United States
Nob
Alps
Italy
France
Britain
Fiume
Ialy
Austro-Hungary
Europe
Tealy
Tothors
Adriatic
Wilson
Leaeus
Nations
League of Nations
Contention Over Fiume’s Fate in Peace Treaty
The piece argues Fiume’s strategic value to Italy was overstated and that the League of Nations would honor a people’s verdict. It questions whether Wilson and his government understood Fiume’s import, noting British statesmen knew of it and suggesting some pushed to keep the issue open to avoid hampering the peace accord.
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Fiume
Italy
League of Nations
Wilson
Bosnia
Hungary
Albany hosts meetings as town gears up for events and ship flow
A meeting of East Ward footballers to form a team was set for Free Masons Hotel tomorrow night. Albany Bowling Club results saw Waters eo Pember and J Angove win. a farewell to Rev and Mrs Reeve at Oddfellows Hall. a strong week for Albany harbor with 10 steamers in port yesterday and 27 vessels since April 1. Fire Brigade toast at Premier Hotel celebrated Kalgoorlie unit’s championship, while Denmark Rondo Board debated returned soldiers’ grants and road work implications.
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Freemasons
Albany Bowling Club
Waters Eo Pember
J. Angove
Vea
Harry
Booth Kalgoorlie
Champion Brigade
Boyle
Coe
Richardson
Brayther
Moyle
West Guildford
Diprose
Subiaco
Denmark
Albany
Albany News from Four Month Government House Stay
Her Excellency Lady Macartney and party left Albany for Perth by Thursday's train to take up residence in the city after a four month stay at Government House Albany. The Hon J Hickey MLA visited Albany last week for the Fire Brigades Demonstration. W H Rourke of the 11th AB returns home on the transport Dongola. he taught at the local State School before enlisting. Serjeant C A Brokes DCM, formerly of Albany, is returning by the Kildonan Castle. M L Anderson, manager of Mellwraith Ma Eacharn Co, on holiday to Perth. H Cowden relieving. Four Japanese naval officers visited Albany and were driven by Pte Ashley James. Pte James, ALB Pagan, son of Mr and Mrs G Fagan of Spencer-road, returned home Wednesday.
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Lady Macartney
Min Macartney
Auite
Perth
City
Government House
Albany
J. Hickey
M.L.C
Fire Brigades
Rae W. H. Rourke
Dongola
Gunner Rourke
Ser
C. A. Brokes
D.C.M
Bister Catherine
Kildonan Castle
M. L. Anderson
Mellwraith
Ma Eacharn and Co
H. Cowden
Anderson
Taycheija
T. Yamasqui
T. Okuma
M. Majumata
HLJ
M.S. Takawa
Ashley James
James
Kalgan River
Pte
Alb, Pagan
G. Fagan
Spencer-road
Albany Roads Board Meeting Notes and Road Works Plans
The Albany Roads Board held a Friday meeting with A. Burvill chairing and new members E. Grestrez and H. W. Hascell welcomed. Discussion covered road machinery sourcing, subdividing South Albany property, signposts, bridge repairs, and multiple tenders. orders to contact Sibbald, Implement Works, and Kavanagh Bros. were issued alongside requests about grants, stock routes, and peace medal distribution. The board debated river culverts, fences, and land allocations, with several items stood over for next session.
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A. Burvill
Diair
San Messra
Greatrex
Nicoolf
Smith
E. Grestrez
H. W. Hascell
Burvill
Dace
Newton
Sbacles
Mannon
State Implements Works
Sibbald
Totbay
Messrs
Woolf
South Albany
Hutherford's
Denmark Road
Road and land tax decisions in local council meeting notes
Council discussed land rates for a returned soldier, a bequest, and traffic safety notices at Neilson's Bridge. Tenders planned for Albany-Grasemere road repairs, and Gngwangerup-Warmup works to be investigated. Financials show balances, allocations, and trust accounts with several ward totals and overdrawn sums.
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Newton
Neilson’s Bridge
Annafe
Hassell
M. Smith
Fulury
Burvill
Albany-Grasemere
Messrs
Burvil, Mawson and
Greatrix
Repatriation Committee Faces Pension and Loan Issues
Friday afternoon the Repatriation Committee dealt with resignations and several veteran matters. Mr J Norman proposed to resign from the Repatriation and Picture Committees but agreed to stay till June. The secretary sought prompt Pension Commissioner action on a soldier’s pension, loans for business and housing loans were discussed, central authorities were urged to expedite cheques, and interviews with the Commissioner were arranged for urgent applications.
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J. Norman
Norman
Tipping
Commissioner of Pensions
Desds
Central Executive
Central Committee
Fremantle
Perth
Welcome Social for New Mount Barker Pastor Ends Pleasant
In the Methodist church on Thursday evening a welcome social honored Rev Lindup recently arrived from Mocka tharra to lead the Barker circuit. After speeches and Lindup's reply, refreshments were provided by the Ladies' Guild and the gathering ended with a pleasant impression. Miss Collins won the popular girl competition at the Albany Catholic bazaar, bringing pride to Mount Barker friends. Mrs Hicks, after a long holiday visiting Collie and Narrogin, returned to town with her daughters. Holidaymakers from Mount Barker return refreshed after trips to Albany and the country.
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Lindup
Mockatharra
Barker
Albany
Collins
Mount Barker
J. C. Hicks
Collie
Hall
Narrogin
Mt. Barker
Return Soldiers' Rally Celebrates Gallipoli Anniversary
The local Returned Soldiers' Association marked the Gallipoli landing anniversary with a Saturday program at Parade Street. A procession led by Uncle Sam and Albany Band opened events, followed by sports, log chop, and wheels of fortune that boosted funds amid crowds of over 1000. Activities included notable fancy costumes and various stalls, with results from races and tug of war providing amusement.
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Returned Soldiers’ Association
Gallipoli
St. John's Church
Albany
Baxter
Davey
Reece
Mrs. Weeks
Ted O'Halloran
Charlie Chaplin
Mia. Dixon
L. Powell
J. Kit
Jenny
Coster
H. Webb
N. Thompson
Sandy McPherson
E. Allen
Misa Dixon
Miss Hays
America
R. Lawless
EB. Wainwrigth
P. Regan
P. Kelly
P. Healy
J. O'Halloran
R. McGough
Cowden
W. B. Warner
H. E. Kerr
John Bull
M. Taylor
Britannia
Fincer
Trish Cohen
J. H. Windsor
de Bhenfield
L. Lunt
Agricultural Education in the Americas and Youth
A fragmented excerpt discusses the value of agricultural education for young men, contrasting it with paternal guidance, and notes challenges from destructive pests and animal diseases affecting farmers. The text hints at schooling as essential for modern farming.
Catholic Archdiocese Critiques Labor and Capital Relations
A Brisbane Catholic archbishop urges workers and employers to honor honesty, industry, and justice. He warns against shortcuts to wealth, condemns labor betrayal by capital, and emphasizes faith aligned conduct in workplace relations. He cautions workers not to sacrifice faith for union leadership and stresses virtuous toil.
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Archdiocess of
Brisbanbs
Dubig
Northern Territory policy debate and transport concerns
Federal Cabinet approves Home and Territories plan as Stead critiques Territory matters in Stead's Review. Discussion covers settlement aims, Chinese withdrawal, immigrant figures, and costs per person. Observers flag road and stock-route issues from Albany to Bremner Bay, noting isolated settlements and misleading routes.
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Commonwealth
Stead
Northern Territory
Abd Abe
Aborinas
Ofustralia
Influenza Outbreak Reported Aboard Wyandra at Fremantle
The Wyandra bringing 287 passengers to Fremantle from Adelaide showed twelve influenza cases, including six crew, on arrival. Infected travelers were landed at Woodman’s Point and isolated.
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Perth
Fremantle
A.U.B.N. Co
Wyandra
Adelaide
Woodman's Point
Sydney Influenza Toll Increases In Latest Report
Sydney reports no improvement in influenza conditions as 40 deaths and 224 new cases are tallied over the last 48 hours ending at 8 PM yesterday. The figures underscore a worsening public health situation in the city, with continued strain on hospitals and care facilities.
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Sydney
Influenza Outbreak Spreads in Victoria
In Victoria the influenza outbreak continues with 32 deaths and 224 new cases reported in the 48 hours ending last night. The figures underscore the surge as health officials monitor the situation and urge precautions.
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Melbourne
Victoria
Influenza Outbreak Reports in Broken Hill
An influenza epidemic has broken out in Broken Hill with one death reported and four hospital admissions. Additional suspected cases are being monitored as authorities track the spread.
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Broken Hill
Fremantle Wharf Deadlock Deepens Over Pledge to Loyalist Workers
The Fremantle wharf deadlock continues as Premier Cole receives a reply from Acting PM Watt insisting the 1917 pledge to loyalist workers be honored. Watt blames the State Government for securing a speedy settlement and warns of withdrawing all ships from Western Australia trade if none is reached.
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Perth
Fremantle
Colebatch
Mr. Watt
Watt
Mitchell returns unopposed for Northam Boat seat
Mr James Mitchell, appointed Minister for Lands in the Colebatch Ministry, has been returned unopposed for the Northam Boat district, effectively securing the position without opposition. The result solidifies his role amid ongoing political realignments.
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Perth
James Mitchell
Colebatch
Northam
Labor picks O'Hara for Paddington seat race
Sydney Monday report says Labor selects Mr. L. J. O'Hara to contest Paddington in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly. Nationalists offer no nominations, signaling a likely triangular contest among party candidates.
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Sydney
Labor Party
L. J. O'Hara
Paddington
New South Wales
Panic in a Train Triggers Panic on Saturday Night
A serious panic occurred on a train Saturday night as electric flashes struck the car. Passengers were forced to jump or were knocked off, a little girl was killed, her sister was admitted to hospital unconscious, and several others were injured.
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Melbourne
Irl
Albany Football Association Reform Discussed At Albany Hotel
A largely attended meeting of footballers and supporters at the Albany Hotel debated reviving Australia’s winter game. The Albany Football Association was reformed with A Prior and J Shenfield moving the motion. Officers were elected led by Patron Hon S Haynes and President I G Hoyle. The ward system was adopted and two delegates per club to draw boundaries named. Dr W Bell donated a gold medal for season’s best all round player. The season opens with a May 3 scratch match AY Club versus a combined all-homers team.
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Albany Hotel
Australia
Messrs
A. Prior
T. Angove
J. Milne
E. Dickinson
L. Lunt
J. Shenfield
P. Cooper
P. Davey
Bruce
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HK. Weltch
A. Hague
Daw
B Milkman
H. Davis
Albany Football Association
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J. Haynes
I. G. Hoyle
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C. Brown
W. Bell
Italy Withdraws From Conference In Italian Crisis
London reports a crisis in peace negotiations centered on Wilsons stance and the Pact of London. Signor Orlando arrived in Rome amid enthusiasm while Italian Socialist leader Bissolati pledges support. Across Italy thousands of towns send messages backing Orlando and the Italian delegates before government action.
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Wilson
Fiume
Signor Orlando
Italy
Signor Bissolati
Signor Orsie
Maly
Orlando
Nonce
Ukrainian Forces Reported Advancing on Moscow
A Vienna sourced report claims Ukrainian troops are advancing toward Moscow and have captured Kiev, signaling a major offensive development. The item notes rapid progress and key territorial gains amid the broader war context.
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London
Vienna
Moscow
Kieff
New Zealand Prohibition Poll Shows Lead For Continuance
Wellington Monday reports the latest figure on the New Zealand prohibition poll indicating a majority of 5442 in favor of continuance, with the figures still incomplete.
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Wellington
New Zealand
Belmont Park Races See Wide Action and Notables
Belmon t Park spectators witnessed strong racing on Saturday headlined by the Belmont Five Hundred with Observation leading a trio of top finishers. In other events Lara Shearwater Ridotte and Sundfuss Featherbraid won the hurdles and plates, with odds quoted and bets recorded for each division.
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Perth
Observation
Atmdale Lockmanter
Amyl
Belmont
Trish Comedy
China Town
Eb Faithwaif
Albany to Katanning cricket match set for Friday
Albany cricketers will travel by Friday's train to Katanning for a return match. A strong Albany XI led by Cooper and Brote will face Katanning's best eleven at 10.30 am. Afternoon tea on the ground followed by a dinner will be provided, with B. Angove and J. McDonald among the Albany players named.
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Albany
Katanning
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