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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 01, 1915
Page
7
The defenders argued the code was intended to facilitate message delivery and that the information was submitted to the Press Bureau before publication in reports of air raids naval engagements and bombardments.
British war unrest slowed population growth with births in 96 towns down 40 000 yearly while deaths rose 50 000 compared with 1913. Berlin births fall by 400 weekly with 400 more deaths weekly and Paris shows a similar birth decline.
A mob of Australian New Zealand and Canadian soldiers and medical students disrupted an anti conscription meeting in Albert Memorial Hall. Ramsay Macdonald Morrell and Trevelyan spoke as soldiers seized the platform tearing flaps and chairs. They ejected anti conscriptionist supporters and backed a resolution opposing peace terms not dictated by the Allies.
In the High Court a case over a £5000 monthly rent for the Prince of Wales Theatre revealed Lowenfeld, owner and inventor of Kops Ale, has lived in Vienna since the war began. His daughters, defending the action, argued he was a friendly Pole, but the judge ruled he is an enemy alien.
Lord Derby pays tribute to Red Cross work and urges that where possible married men replace single men in Red Cross service.
London pubs opened during prohibited hours and pushed coffee soup and hot dishes to attract workers. Some do not open until midday while cocktails remain restricted. Trade unions press on as Cabinet economy calls rise, with only sparse protests noted.
At Battersea Mr J H Thomas MP said liquor trade orders blur last find and West End. He claimed Russia saved by banning vodka and suggested England could imitate Russia and France in these measures.
In Sydney on November 3 an Assembly Chamber ceremony unveiled a handsome bronze tablet in memory of E. R. Larkin and Lieutenant Colonel G. F. Braund who fell on the Gallipoli Peninsula. Bulos arose and the House applauded.
A large force of soldiers disrupted Liverpool on November 30 with windows broken at a Greek restaurant and three hotels. They paraded the town overnight and returned to camp at daylight. Authorities were thin and many peaceful residents stayed in.
Twenty one soldiers who took part in the de Maelyn disturbance on November 22 have been committed for trial on charges of riotous and tumultuous assembly. Bail is set at £100 each. Reports say 23 were injured with many sent to hospital. most have returned home.
The Nevoe Vremya notes that despite Persian government intimations of suppressing German intrigues, the German minister in Teheran remains unremoved. Gendarmerie joins the enemy with German officers commanding, fortifying passes to block Turkish frontier approaches. Persian forces concentrate at Kum and Hamadan as Swedish and Turcco German officers strain to rupture ties and draw Persia into war with the Allies.
Amsterdam reports that Germany plans a fourth war loan of ten billion marks to be issued in mid January, signaling a major funding move for the war effort.
Berlin reports the Kaiser traveled to Vienna to visit Emperor Franz Josef and was received by Foreign Minister Baron Burian, Prime Minister Baron Stuergkh, and Hungary's Prime Minister Count Tieza.
The High Commissioner reports enemy strength at four divisions in the Ctesiphon engagement. Prisoners say one battalion was wiped out, confirmed by observers. Nurkish reinforcements and General Townshend withdraw to a lower river position after removing wounded and prisoners.
New York Times correspondent cites Frederick Shuld stating Miss Cavell was executed by German soldiers after a failed attempt to shoot her instantly. Thirty troops were present with twenty blank cartridges. she fainted, then a single bullet to the brain ended her life.
Wellington November 30 The Minister of Defence said infantry recruitment for the Eleventh Reinforcements was 600 short causing anxiety. He telegraphed Auckland Christchurch and Dunedin mayors urging they assist by contacting district officers and urging efforts to make up the deficit.
Wellington reports the Defence Minister warned of a looming infantry shortfall for the Eleventh Reinforcements. About 600 recruits are needed to complete drafts to be called within two weeks, despite ongoing arrangements to avoid delaying new year holidays.
Mr Allen said the Defence Department provided valuable aid and about 10 000 copies of the Recruit's Handbook pamphlet had been circulated across the Dominion.
A cablegram to the Government reports the transports carrying the Eighth Reinforcements met very bad weather after leaving New Zealand. Conditions are improving, sailors are eating sea rations, and troops are recovering from seasickness. No illnesses aboard.
Wellington November 30 New Zealand officials urge applicants to obtain passports before leaving the country for Europe Egypt and other destinations to ensure bona fide passengers are supplied with travel documents before departure. The prime minister notes difficulties and action to facilitate prior passport issuance.
A cablegram to the Defence Minister states changes at the Dardanelles. General Birdwood now commands all British forces there, likely under General Monro. General Godley takes over Birdwood’s Australian and New Zealand Army Corps post, with Brigadier-General Sir A. H. Russell and Brigadier-General Legge taking key Australian division commands.
Wellington dispatch notes the Defence Department congratulating General Birdwood General Godley and others on promotions and officers’ hopes to continue service in World War I operations. Birdwood thanks for wishes and aims to serve with the An Gan Corps until final victory. Godley says the move changes nothing of his command and expresses intent to serve better in his new position.
The list records temporary appointments in the Reinforcements at Trentham Camp and Tauherenikau Camp. It names Gunner, Corporal, Sergeant, and Lance-Sergeant ranks and multiple individuals across units including 6th Artillery, 4th Illion, 10th and 11th Reinforcements, and Field Engineers with specific promotions and billet changes.
A local coal ad promotes Waronty coal as better priced and longer lasting than others. It promises no stones or sulphur and even heat, urging customers to ask their dealer for Waronul coats.
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