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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 28, 1917
Page
5
Naval Adviser reports on German escapees who fled Motuhi and sailed in the scow Moa. They feigned Kaiser's navy status, were captured after overtaking the Moa, and later recaptured under armed escort. The crew were well treated and provisions adequate though scarce.
Auckland reports that search parties patrolled seas bays and islands for escaped German prisoners of war. Weather remained rough during the days and nights of duty. A Court of Enquiry is preparing a report for the Minister of Defence.
Wellington reports recaptured German prisoners of war held in Mt Eden Auckland. Future disposition undecided though Motuihi Somes Island confinement unlikely. Authorities consider special precautions reducing privileges previously enjoyed by the Germans.
The Newland School held its breakup on the grounds with races, bike scrambles, and tea hosted by district ladies. Principal Cameron spoke as prizes were presented, Miss Hamilton thanked for two years of service, and a social ended with songs and dancing.
A fragment describes a drink named Glamp as cool and refreshing from a pure kola nut source. It mentions hotels and strength but lacks full context or clear details.
The visitor from New Zealand, Mr W Richmond, is a quiet, businesslike jockey whose betting during the spring carnival has drawn attention. He runs meat and sheep interests in New Zealand and, despite a reputation as a plunger, bets with discretion and follows a simple, businesslike approach. He has faced medical odds, yet continues racing speculation with noted wins and losses across Flemington and Werribee venues.
Reuter's correspondent on the Cam brai front says a German order warns that soldiers lurking in a dug out must come out to fight or the dug out will be blown. The order was read aloud to the battalion for encouragement.
Mr J. E. B. Mackenzie former Times Berlin correspondent warned that Germany risks renewed influence in East Africa if unchecked. He cited Herr Zimmermann’s plan to pressure Australia from East Africa to threaten open sea routes and disrupt trade in the Indian Ocean, South Seas, and Far East.
A Marlborough Express report notes a reservist before the Military Service Board at Blenheim claimed failure to arrange disposal of a State housing dwelling. C H Mills said the department faced obstacles, and the chairman urged action to remove such barriers for servicemen reaching the front.
The Scaldis left Antwerp with Belgians for the Belgian Army and sailed toward Walsoorden Holland. Captained by Jef. Van Dingen the boat evaded German guards and delivered civilians to safety after a tense passage past Doel Liefkenshoek and other fortifications. The Dutch authorities examined the craft and supplied petrol enabling a welcome arrival at Walsoorden.
Sir James Wilson spoke at a Wellington luncheon of New Zealand farmers and the Co-operative Distributing Company. He noted mood over the Russian debacle, praised General French, and urged production to fund the war as ship shortages loom and prices fall. He warned taxation and war costs rise while New Zealand remains a producer economy.
Letters from soldiers describe the Ashburton branch of the Lady Liverpool Trench Comforts Hand sending parcels to front line units. A Third Brigade battery member dated October 22 thanks the ladies for packing and forwarding items that are rare luxuries such as tins of milk meat tongues ham veal sardines hoot-laces and a writing compass.
An old newspaper ad urges serving KOLA-NYP on every Feu tive occasion and sharing it with friends. It promises refreshing, stimulating effects and invites trying a bottle today. It also touts UNAZOL nasal inhalation for nasal catarrh relief.
Press Association reports ongoing developments in the Western Theatre with cultural events and performances outlined for readers today. Details emphasize local venues, schedules, and notable productions shaping the region's artistic scene.
Washington reports German plans to strike on the Western front with a major blow as Austrians reinforce. British positions are strong, American officials say. London notes enemy submarines sank several vessels in the week ending December 26, including two ships over 1600 tons.
Dispatch from Berne notes widespread misery in Germany with women and children begging in snow as hunger riots break out in many towns. Cologne reports the most serious unrest while Berlin’s fashionable restaurants charge high prices for meals as the country endures hardship.
In Petrograd on December 27 the Council of Commissaries signs for 2,000,000 roubles for revolutionary propaganda abroad. Municipal workers strike includes hospitals water supply and food services. Famine threatens the city within a week.
Officials in Copenhagen report Vienna condemning continued war as conquest and stating willingness to sign peace with all belligerents. Demands include no annexations and no indemnities, plus guarantees that Russia and its allies accept self-determination principles. The Central Powers reject joint settlement of peoples’ national groupings for their own regions.
A Petrograd committes representing hundreds of thousands of Austro German prisoners urges Germany to accept Russia’s democratic peace terms. It warns that failure to yield will prompt war joining Russia to enforce the terms and calls Austro German soldiers in the trenches to surrender.
In Britain Labour organisations seek a shilling levy to raise 350000 pounds for a national Labour headquarters in London to honor workers who perished in the war.
Amsterdam December 27 Count Czernin presiding at a plenary sheet ing of Russo German peace delegates outlines positions. Central Powers will not violently annex occupied regions and troop withdrawal could be arranged in the peace treaty if points remain unresolved. The fate of states without independence to be decided by those states, minorities must decide their own destiny, indemnities to cease with expenses borne by each belligerent, special civilian prisoner fund only if non belligerents join negotiations.
Fragmentary OCR text references Jews in Galicia, Bolsheviki and internationalism with garbled terms. The passage lacks coherent events or identifiable figures, making precise summary difficult.
Fragmentary wartime item notes a homecoming and casualties, mentioning England, North and private names, and a list of figures including 547 and 4, with brief references to deaths and days. The readable portion hints at a military loss tally and individuals identified by initials and place names.
Reports say the steamer Mapourika was unable to leave for Nelson and the West Coast on Christmas Day due to disability in a stakehole crew. Departure was postponed until yesterday as firemen were not available to assist. The vessel was laid up and paid off following the delay.
A garbled report suggests allegations that offers of titles and honours were exchanged for influence. The text references a minister and an association linked to peerage rewards, with claims of promises and possible coercion, but details are unclear.
The Journal reports a dispute over Section 29 of the Act and the power to place a case before the Public Appeal Board. The Public Service Association contemplates taking the matter to the Prime Minister to test if government action limits the board’s authority.
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