Ashburton electric lighting asset to be taken over
The Ashburton Borough Council considers taking over the Ashburton Electric Supply Company's plant and continues to seek ratepayer support for a loan to fund the acquisition. The council plans to inspect a Woolston Tanneries offered engine and waits one month for the offer to stay open.
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Ashburton Electric. Supply Company, Ltd
Ashburton
Woolston Tanneries Company
Buchan
Electric ‘Light Company
Courtci
Courteil
Iectrre Light Committee
Palmerston North
Aethen
Orr
Nore
Graleffard
Riea
Gel 'McElrea
Andrews
Owin
Sein
Kerr
Tes
Coleridge
Ashburton Po
Buchanan
Timaru
Christian
Lloyd
Ross
Woolston Tanneries” Company
Tinwald Yards Sales Highlight Strong Market Prices
In Tinwald yards this day the auction featured fat ewes, wethers, and lambs with prices firm. Strong lines of crossbred ewes in lamb drew attention while individual bids topped for Mr W. of Strange Riversdale and R. Frisby Willowby. Widespread ranges and buyer activity showed robust demand across fat and store categories.
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Ashburton
Strange
Riversdale
Tinwald
Mada
R. Frisby
Webbers
Bos
Ab. Os
Meriio Webbers
Lamib
Lami
Sud Fim
Lamb
Mexico Declares War on Germany Hints at German Influence
Washington reports Mexico has declared war on Germany. The note mentions German influence as a factor in the decision and places the event amid World War I era tensions. The brief dispatch notes the June timing and the US reaction.
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Washington
Mexico
United States
Fall of Czernowitz and German distress reported
News from Amsterdam June 19 notes Munich food scarcity sparking rioting and police dispersal as soldiers join protests for peace. It cites Austrians fearing retreat, Carpathian routes, and lack of motorcars hindering military supply lines amid Charcanties fall and Moltke’s death in Berlin.
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Amsterdam
Munich
Charcanties
von Moltke
Berlin
German losses at Verdun reach 415000 by May end
A semi official estimate based on prisoners statements and documents puts German Verdun losses through May end at 415000. The figure is cited in the Western Theatre dispatch dated Jung 20 2 15.
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Jung
Verdun
Italy at War Tealian Advance Report In London
The High Commissioner reports steady progress in the Tealian offensive. In battles near Sette Comuni Plateau south of Asingo and Magna Gasehi Boscon areas, Italian troops repel renewed enemy attacks. North of the Fratzela Valley the advance continues slowly. Alpine troops seize Mouay summit and take 100 prisoners.
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Aectty the High Commissioner
London
Fratzela Valley
Alpin Troup
Mouay
Shipbuilding Boom in United States May 1916 Tonnage
London reports US merchant ship construction in May 1916 reached 1,129,000 tons, five times higher than May 1914. The surge highlights a dramatic expansion in American shipbuilding capacity and output.
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London
The
United States
Lincoln spy committed after rambling guilty plea
London reports Lincoln the spy was committed after a long statement in which he pleaded guilty to forgery, claiming crimes were driven by ambition. He admitted receiving 10000 pounds from Joseph Rowntree to study German social conditions, while the prosecution tied him to treason and a wartime plan for destroying Germany.
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London
Lincoln
Joseph Rowntree
Germany
Admiralty
Fléch
Meat Rations Reduced in Berlin to 300 Grams
Berlin authorities cut weekly meat rations to 300 grammes per person this week. Officials cited supply limits and broader austerity measures affecting civilian diets across the city.
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Amsterdam
Berlin
King's visit to Jutland heroes at Edinburgh firmary
King and Admiral Beatty visited the Edinburgh firmary where he spoke with Jutland heroes. The monarch asked for full particulars of the battle and greeted the wounded sailors and staff.
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London
Beatty
Firmary
Edinburgh
Seders Parliament to consider higher postal and telegraphic rates
Sydney reports that the Seders Parliament is expected to be asked in the next session to approve increased postal and telegraphic rates.
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Sydney
Russians Take 5000 Prisoners Near Lemberg
London reports predict fall of Lemberg as next Russian sensation but warns against advancing too fast. Petrograd notes Russians took about 5000 prisoners near Gernowite as of June 19 2 15 p.m.
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London
Lemberg
Iil
Petrograd
Jin Gzernowite
Artillery Regiment Camped in the Streets of Magdeburg
Wireless report from June 19 describes an entire artillery regiment bivouacked in Magdeburg streets. Magdeburg, capital of Prussian Saxony and a chief fortress of the German Empire, lies about 90 miles southwest of Berlin.
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AEH
Magdeburg
Prussian
Saxony
German Empire
Berlin
German Ad Surat Calls for Daring War Effort Advised
A wartime dispatch notes a German ad urging daring action and support for munitions to aid the enemy, while acknowledging Germany must curb submarine warfare due to political and commercial pressure. Admiral von Tees is cited as advocating for justice and continued aid to the enemy despite the limits.
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Amsturdam
von ® Tees
Commntey
Germany
Six O Clock Closing Debate Hots Up In Australia
Sydney reports fall in business due to 6 o clock closing and publicans seek lower assessments. Melbourne notes a growing campaign in favor of 6 o clock hotel closing as June 20 reports spread.
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Sydney
Melbourne
Austrians Retreat in Carpathians as Czernowitz Falls
Report from June 1919 notes Austrians withdrawing to the Carpathians hindering reforming forces. Czernowitz capture cited with Austrian troops moving toward Kolomea and Dornavatra while Generals and a Tartary cavalry regiment are mentioned in renewed front actions.
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Paris
Carpathians
Putrograd
Dune
Czernowita
Kolomea
Kuty
Dornavatra
Pilanzer
Amy
Pependen
Stale
Azo Y Gaesnowitz University Cou
Borthalin
Enormous fire destroys Halberstadt meat factory
An incendiary blaze at the Heinomenteuting factory in Halberstadt destroyed one of Germanys largest plants. It was tied to important army contracts with two million pounds of tinned meat and vast amounts of fresh cured meat burned.
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Halberstadt
Germany
Weather Update From The Dominion Meteorologist
Today’s forecast notes southeasterly winds reaching strong to gale force. Rain probable with snow in the high country. Rivers may rise as barometer shows a rising tendency.
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Dominion
Filly Holiday' Sold to Mr J Noonan for 210 Guineas
Adelaide report notes a filly named Holiday' purchased by Mr J Noonan for 210 guineas. In a separate item a deputation of women seeks government action to train girls and women in agricultural work. the government policy announcement is promised upon Parliament reassembly.
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Sydney
J. Noonan
Adelaide
Boy Struck by Baker Cart Near Borough School
A seven year old boy, son of Mr H O Amos, was seriously hurt when a baker's cart knocked him down crossing the road in front of the Borough School. The driver stopped briefly to scold the child then fled the scene.
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H. O. Amos
Maoris Arrive Home From Plymouth Contingent
Stop press news from London reports a contingent of wounded Maoris evacuated from Plymouth to New Zealand for medical care. The transfer followed sustaining injuries during European hostilities.
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London
Plymouth
New Acland
Death of Von Moltke at Copenhagen Memorial
Field Marshal von Moltke grew stout in recent months then fell ill and died during the Turkish ambassador's memorial speech in Copenhagen. General von der Goltz was praised as one of the world's best organizers as the service ended.
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Copenhagen
von Moltke
General von der Goltz
Romania Backed by Fifty Thousand in Pro Intervention Parade
In Bucharest on June 19, about fifty thousand people marched through the streets singing war songs and showing support for intervention on the side of the Entente amid the Balkans tension and Romania's stance.
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Bucharest
Ymns
Australian population rise despite soldier departure report
The Government Statistician’s preliminary annual report notes population increased 30 percent despite soldiers leaving. The marriage rate stands at a 30 year high. The note mentions potential removal of a certain barge on leave.
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Sydney
Ivas
Seave
Russians Claim Gains in Lutsk Area Campaign
A Berlin communique reports progress north-west of Lutsk in favor of Russian forces. It notes increased prisoners and booty while noting ongoing attacks south-west of Lutsk toward Goroslav and that General Bothmer's position remains unchanged.
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Lutsk
Goroslav
Bothmer
Swedish Banks Loan to French Lenders Reported
Swedish banks lend 70 million kroner to French banks for export purchases. The funds stay in Sweden and support merchant exports.
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Copenhagen
Sweden
Austrians retreat amid fierce fighting in Bukowina and Galicia
An official communique reports Austrians withdrawing under pressure as Russian forces claim 1000 prisoners and heavy materiel captured. In the Styr and Stochod theaters, Cossack units and German forces counterattack, while Czernowits remains a focal point near Buczacz.
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Prirograd
Styr
Gonat
Vrench
Wea
Farina
Svidniki
Strypa
Buczacz
Gramophones and Nazol Featured For Winter Evenings
An advertisement touts gramophones bringing top artists to homes with a wide price range and a large record selection. It also promotes Nazol as a ready to use cough remedy for families, highlighting its low cost and evening use for sound sleep. The piece includes a local seller reference and price notes.
Recruiting Update From Ashburton Defence Office
Three men accepted for active service in the infantry at Ashburton Defence Office today. William Tt Williams, labourer, Ashburton. Robert John Honey, blacksmith, Mount Somers. George Edward Lennon, railway porter, Ashburton, unable to pass medical test and not accepted.
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Ashburton Defence Office
William Tt. Williams
Ashburton
Robert John Honey
Mount Somers
George Edward Lennon
Importance of Czernowitz and Austrian fears debated
London dispatch reports military critics fearing Russia may possess Czernowitz as part of broader moves. The June 19 item notes discussion among observers of strategic consequences and Austrian concerns amid evolving European tensions.
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London
Russia
Chornowita
Air collision over Paubin leaves pilots uninjured
Paris June 19 reports two aviators collided at 6000 feet as their machines crashed to the ground. Both aviators escaped uninjured. Air squadrons dropped 61 heavy projectiles on barracks and a railway station at Vanziers affecting train movements.
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Paris
Paubin
Vanziers
Russian Offensive Moves Near Caernaritz During 1915
The text notes an offensive beginning in December 1915 when Russian forces advanced from the Bessarabian frontier toward Caernowitz and were halted several miles northeast of the city. It mentions a sequence of dates from 1914 to 1915 and references disputes in the region.
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Bessarabian
Caernawitz
Austrian refort gains in Volhynia and west of Strypa
Report from Amsterdam June describes Austrians gaining ground at several points in Volhynia and foiling Russian attacks west of Visnidvenyk near the Strypa river. The dispatch notes artillery actions and territorial advances along the frontline.
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Amsterdam
Dontunumian
Visnidvenyk
Buezncz
Volhyna
Russian tactics seen to impede Italian lines
The situation review notes Gefaian tactics aimed at reducing enemy effectiveness. Russians seek to degrade opponent forces rather than secure a decisive victory, while Austrians plan junctions with German generals to halt Russian advances north of Baranovitski.
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Russia
von Linsingen
von Bothmer
Lorises
Baranoyitski
Ion
Ras Fer
Toy
Artillery Growth Deepens Trench Warfare Front
London reports a dramatic increase in gun power on the Western Front. The front lines now face multiplied field guns and new trench artillery, boosting each side’s ability to pound the enemy and threaten to rend the opponent’s positions.
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London
Balkans in Crisis Chaos As Famine Strikes Serbia
Private advises report terrible conditions in Serbia with famine and disease widespread. Thousands of women await aid as Austrians buy cargoes and resell at high profit amid cholera and diphtheria outbreaks in Belgrade. Dead buried in large trenches.
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Serbia
Semlih
Belgrade
Intention of The Crown Amid Allied Pressure
Fragmentary note hints at discussions within the Chamber about the king's stance under Allied pressure and the bearing this has on ongoing confidence and state affairs.
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Sand
War in the Air Highlights Saturday Air Combat Events
Early reports indicate a tense air war as Saturday engagements unfold with aircraft and crews maneuvering over key targets. Details remain fragmented but reinforce ongoing aerial battles and strategic clashes between opposing forces.
King lauds Grand Fleet officers in naval victory address
The Press Bureau reports the King spoke to officers and men from Grand Fleet units in a parade aboard the ships. He praised their patience during two years waiting for a chance to engage the enemy, noting the relief upon the sea battle victory.
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Grand Fleet
Wells
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