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Armidale Chronicle

Location

Armidale, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Feb 20, 1918

Page

4

Fragmented Defence Dept report exposes waste and reform needs

A parliamentary style summary details heavy war burdens and lax administration. It notes about 3,000 locked in an unusable wag net, 2,000,000 excess stores, and a £200,000 annual holding cost. Recommends a Board of business men to tighten control. criticizes weak civil service and calls for streamlined methods and accountability across departments.

Ausimalian Defence Department Tiese Irakaee Royal Commission Dhis Australia Armidale Essaly

Premier Opens Campaign in Northern Townsville

Telegraphic report says Premier Hyan of wu stand opened the election campaign in Townsville claiming the Youeeme land Government aided returned soldiers more than any state. He denounced war profiteers and cited shipping companies as targets. Federal government to appoint thousands of canvassers for the new War Loan.

Hyan Wu Stand Townsville Te Youeemeland Commonwealth

Victorian Cabinet Deliberates Railway Wage Cut Policy

The Victorian Cabinet yesterday faced the fallout from its decision to reduce railways wages. Premier Bowser stated the government would not withdraw its stance, and parliamentary debate on the issue loomed as a critical moment for the ministry.

Bowser Parlement

Chamber remarks on Federal Administration business methods

Srpator Pratien spoke at the Chamber of Commerce in Linchemn claiming a need for improved business methods in the Federal Administration. He urged closer cooperation between business and government and noted many top business minds offered to help, but he said they were refused.

Srpator Pratien Chamber of Commercr Linchemn Tee

State cattle purchase enters dispute with Western government

A report says the Western government will not proceed with a cattle purchase as planned, citing unresolved issues. Officials from the Western administration have signaled potential changes, affecting supply and regional agreements.

BURSARY ENDOWMENT AND CLERK DEATH REPORT

Bursary endowment funds for this year details and allocations appear amid a bank clerk death report. Stewar k Montell, a bank clerk, is noted in connection with the event, while John Towson’s status is listed as rejected.

Stewark Montell Meghan John Towson

Another Attack on Hughes and Policy Disclosure

Sir William Irvine condemns Hughes over unclear reinforcements policy and demands a clear exclusion statement. The exchange centers on obtaining necessary forces and transparent intent from Hughes’s administration.

Hughes Wiliam Irvine William Orvine -Troness Lorehes

Sensational Smash Ends In City Motor Crash

A chaotic early morning crash near the Museum Hill left Ivy Allen dead from a fractured skull and three others critically injured. The car, a wreck, sent occupants hurtling onto a verandah at the New Zealand Hotel as bystanders assisted. Hotel Australia official J A Duncan and GM Export’s C G West are among the injured.

Myst General Motors and Export Company Dronnan Hotel Australia Anoean Dey Alfon Devine T Hospital Ivy Allen J. A. Duncan CG. West General Motors Export Company Annie Egan Miseum Terrife

State Cabinet Crisis Averted in Latest Reports

Reports indicate the cabinet turmoil has reached a climax but the latest dispatches suggest the split will be averted. Key ministers are unnamed, with no dates or locations provided, but the coverage implies a looming dispute within the state government and a possible resolution.

Premier Orders Probe Into Elevator Contract Details

A government premier orders an inquiry into why the chief railway commissioner report on the elevator contract was not sent to the Crown Solicitor as directed. Heavy storm hits Cootamundra with thunder, rain, and damage reported to streets and private properties while unrelated sports and shipments are noted in brief.

Railway Fom— Missioner Crown Solicitor's Office Cootamundra

Raid on London and Allied War Efforts Reported

The latest war bulletin describes raids over Gavrelle Neuve Chapelle and Upton, with seven enemy aircraft active Sunday. The Duke of York crossed to bomb London in the southeast, while raids from the north and east were repelled. Casualties include three children killed and numerous injuries and deaths among pilots and civilians.

Reuter Messiae Thames Bomton London Bak Werr Thurleenien Lier Woilem Whiner Mem Ath Jwe

American Gilbert Strike Sparks Presidential Warning

Reuters dispatch reports President Wilson warned over the sharp relapse to the shipyard strike. He pressed Huntington, head of the Carpenters’ Union, and Benet regarding the broader labor unrest. The administration seeks calm amid tense labor disputes and a looming adjustment board consideration.

Reuters Jyssame Wilsin Fis Mhubehison Garpenters Dajon Bellinas Wemnel Hyde Eme

Government plan to expand grain and live stock production

A government program outlines a comprehensive plan to boost grain and live stock output in western Canada. It includes agriculture on Indian reserves, the management of vacant lands, and the creation of a new area, with an initial aim to plant 25,000 acres and utilize returning sailors for support.

West Canada Agricullire Bend Opie Noel

William Robertson retirement shocks British press

Reuters Telegram reports London morning coverage on Sir William Robertson’s retirement. Disjointed dispatch notes reactions from The Telegraph The Morning Post and other papers. It discusses Wilson’s appointment reaction and postwar political maneuvers surrounding Versailles and army leadership.

Reuters Telegram London GIR William Robertson Dithal Serge William Robweplain Robertan Ileelores Deineral Wilson Guarda Enmand Turkey Trieste Willie Hoberteom Te Embalelist Union Versailles Daily Mail Wilson

Enemy Repulsed at Verdun and Global Conflict Updates

Verdun reports describe a German attack repulsed at trenches captured February 1. Petrograd notes two major Bolshevik counterforces forming under Alexieff and Kornilov as White forces gain strength. In Tasmania a dairy farmer tragedy ends with Deegan death after a stabbing dispute. The Times commentary warns opinions do not reflect The Times unless stated.

Verdun Heuler Petrognu Maxie Taganto Postof Kenko London Alexie Kornilomt

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