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Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Jun 26, 1916

Page

4

Allies to subordinate munition contracts in Mexico City

Washington June 24 The United States has asked Britain to take charge of interests in Mexico City The Entente Powers notified the United States of their willingness to subordinate their American munition contracts to U S needs The announcement is regarded as an indication that the Allies are now able to supply all their own ammunition requirements

Washington United ‘States Britain Mexico City United States

First Fight Standoff Between U S and Mexico Escalates

The article reports that South American republics attempt mediation between the United States and Mexico, but the United States refuses. It states a small American expeditionary force was defeated by Mexican forces and annihilated. Mexican leaders threaten to repeat the exploit if U S forces advance further into Mexico.

Washington United’ States Mexico United States

The Pope Appeals To US And Mexico To Avoid War

Rome reports Pope Francis appeals to the Presidents of the United States and Mexico to earnestly strive to avert war. The call comes amid rising tensions and calls for diplomatic resolution.

Rome United States Mexico

Duke of Connaught to Leave Canada for England in October

The Governor General of Canada Duke of Connaught will return to England in October. Prince Alexander of Teck cannot succeed him due to military duties, making Lord Curzon a likely appointment to Canada’s governorship.

London Duke of Connaught Canada England Prince Alexander of Teck Lord Curzon

Fire Causes Wide Destruction in Town

Fire destroyed Winns and heavily damaged Nolan's dentistry chambers Goldstein's furniture store and the Commonwealth furniture store. Several other premises suffered minor damage as wires crashed and telephone service was disrupted in the town.

Sydney Winns Nolan’s Dentistry Chambers Goldstein'f Furniture Commonwealth Furniture Store

Liquor Trade Fights Suspension of Local Option Vote

June 26 reports from Sydney note liquor interests pushing to suspend the local option vote at upcoming elections. They argue the current wave has already strained the trade and fear additional impact.

Sydney

Shearing Trouble Ahead as Predictions Spark Debate

Sydney June 26. Claims that many shearing sheds will start next month and affect the industry drew rebuttal from the Australian Workers' Association. The dispute centers on anticipated disruption and differing forecasts among unions and shed operators.

Sydney Australian Workers’ Association

Flour mills close down amid labor dispute in Melbourne

Melbourne on June 26 reports two flour mills have shut operations due to a day-baking dispute and ongoing labor withdrawals. No settlement is evident as workers strike and production halts.

Melbourne

Writs Issued by Cabinet Ministers Against The Mirror

Chief Secretary announces cabinet of ten orders writs against the Mirror newspaper over a published statement. The claim seeks £1000 in damages for alleged defamatory comments about a bookmaker and government actions on legalization. The matter stems from a Tibet related accusation and involvement of totalisator funding claims.

Sydney Haa Mirror The Tibet

Selling Adulterated Milk Fined in Dunedin

In Dunedin on June 26 Stephen Bradbury was fined five pounds and costs for selling adulterated milk. The case, reported by the Press Association, notes the dairy offense occurred on the Island.

Dunedin Stephen Bradbury

Nazal Inhaler Promoted for Cold Prevention

A compact health note urges carrying a Nazal inhaler in pockets or purses to keep colds away. It describes the product as pleasant to use and effective and emphasizes using the genuine article.

Russian Forces Complete Occupation of Bukowina

Reports from Petrograd and London on June 26 state Russian troops have captured Kimpolung and Kuty, sealing the occupation of Bukowina with substantial booty and many prisoners. The High Commissioner confirms Bukowina is entirely in Russian hands.

Petrograd Kimpolung Kuty Bukowina London

The Allies Free Greek Merchantmen at Athens

The Allies have released Greek merchants, including several vessels laden with wheat, at Athens on June 25. The action eases trade fears and signals relief for Greek commerce amid wartime disruptions.

Athens

Greek Situation Spurs Vigorous Allied Measures Urged

Paris June 26 The Foreign Affairs Committee of the Chamber considered the Greek situation and urged vigorous Allied measures. A resolution condemned Turkish persecutions in Syria and called for punishment, urging Greece to take steps to end the reign of terror.

Paris Foreign’ Affairs Committee Syria

Italy at War Praise for Cadorna Staff Role

In a general order from Rome dated June 25 General Cadorna commends the staff for concentrating great forces that halted the enemy offensive on the front and enabled a counter-offensive now underway with success.

Rome Cadorna

London debate on League of Peace after the War

In London on June 25 discussion centers on forming a League of Peace to enforce international law post war. John Galsworthy warns that vengeance and a crushed Germany could lead to future aggression and social revolution undermining democracy.

London League of Peace John Galsworthy Germany Id Jongue

Roll of Honour Wellington casualty list June 26

The Wellington casualty list issued today lists the dead and wounded. Died of wounds are Private H. H. Lane and Private AL Markbur. Wounded admitted to hospital include Lance-Corporal R. Storie Rifleman J. H. Bde Sapper P. J Brosmhan Private C. Garson Private D Taylor.

Wellington R. Storie J. H. Bde P. J" Brosmhan C. Garson

Movement Update on Wounded Soldiers From Wellington

Wellington report lists severely wounded soldiers with injuries including gunshot wounds, fractured tibia and jaw, amputations, and facial injuries. Names cited include Imec, Yates, J. Pollen, D. Tavendale, Weatherby, and Harrison among Private and Rifleman ranks.

Wellington Abay Crafi Yates I AL J. Pollen D. J. Tavendale Weatherby Harrison

Prime Minister Hughes Inspires British Policy, Observer Says

The Observer reports Mr Hughes has revived patriotic feeling during his visit and left a lasting mark on British policy. It calls him a human dynamo capable of driving a current through the system of live wires.

London The Observer Hughes

Recruiting results at Ashburton Defence Office today

Accepted for active service are William E. Moore farm-hand Winchmore Stanley F Fountain labourer Methven Robert Houston farm labourer Lanriston Charles Nolan labourer Ashburton. Failed medical tests include William H Rhodes farmer Ashburton Michael Fitz er ald farm labourer Methven Mattew McAnulty farm labourer Aligh Bank Thomas Nolan bootmaker Ashburton William T Bull Methven.

Ashburton William E. Moore William H. Rhodes Michael Fitz Ald

Austrians Claim Bukowina Not Expiring War Effort

Berne reports tens of thousands of Bukowina fugitives cross into Hungary as Vienna seeks to downplay Russian capture. General Pflanzer reportedly plans only a limited stand until reaching the last Carpathian ridge where defenses are being prepared.

Berne Bukowina Hungary Vienna Pflanzer Carpathiana

French bombs strike Karlsruhe circus killing and wounding many

A bomb attack at a Karlsruhe circus killed about 100 people and wounded 200 others. French forces were reported involved in the incident.

Berne Karlsruhe

Russian Forces Reroute, Pushing Enemy Near Kovel

Reported mobile retreat sees many surrender, stragglers flee amid heavy fighting. Russian main body drives the enemy back to Goloby within 20 miles of Kovel. Descriptions show civilians living in ground holes, exposed to bullets and shells in the war zone.

Goloby Kovel

Strypa Battle Echoes Napoleonic Tactics In Army Engagement

London dispatch reports a clash along the Strypa as Russian and Hungarian forces confront an infantry advance. Russian cavalry charges break lines while dragoons and hussars pursue the retreating Hungarians, resulting in heavy losses and about two thousand prisoners.

Meckensen Takes Charge as German Forces Shift

The Times reports Marshal von Meckensen has assumed command of the German northern forces in the Kevel sector. Reinforcements from France and Italy are deemed necessary to implement his famed phalanx formations. Russian gains are attributed to a sharp rise in munition production by workers proceeding without holidays since the war began.

London Petrograd Times Vo Meckensen Cormand Forvés Ain

Futility of Peace Talk Draws London Demonstration

Arthur Henderson addressed a London demonstration in aid of the Northampton Hospital, stressing the futility and danger of peace talks rooted in Germany. The event highlights public skepticism about negotiations amid ongoing tensions.

Arthur Henderson Northampton Hospital Germany

British Guns Aid Russians Near Petrograd Front

British artillery supported General Brisailleff forces as Russians advanced west of Radzivilof capturing trenches and occupying heights near the Rybritea River. Russian lines reported steady progress and continuous action along the western sector.

Petrograd Brisailoff Aden Radzivilof Sniatian Rybritea River

War in the Air Report of German Pilot Killed

The Lokal Anzeiger states Lieutenant Tramelmann was killed in an encounter with three Anglo French aeroplanes. Two Fokkers fell 2000 feet during the fight near Amsterdam on June 25 as received June 26 at 1 30 p.m.

Amsterdam Lokal Anzeiger Tramelmann Fokkers

Desperate Fighting in Volhynia and Bukovina

A June 24 official summary reports heavy combat in Volhynia and Bukovina. Russian forces launch surprise attacks near Musk and Kiby while repelling assaults along the Berezina and Torezin regions.

London World’s Clearing-House Holds Firm After War

An American correspondent quotes Lord Revelstoke stating after two years of war London’s credit remains firm and the financial system functions smoothly. He credits Treasury policy, naval strength, early wartime finances, and women’s labor as key pillars maintaining exports and global prosperity. England does not begrudge America's growing financial power since 1914.

London Lord Revelstoke Treasury England America

Western Theatre Air Raid Report and Allied Progress

Paris reports Allied response to enemy air raids with ceasefire fire stopping trench attacks on Mort-Homme slopes and a counter-attack restoring trenches west of Thiaumont. Fleury advance made with grenades while German bombers hit Lunaville Baccarat and St Die injuring several children.

Mort Homme Thiaumont Fleury Luneville Baccarat St. Die

Italian communique reports increased artillery activity

Rome June 25 Italian communique says enemy artillery activity increased yesterday between the Adige and the Brenta. Italian forces destroyed positions south of the Asiago Plateau and fought infantry west of Posina. Attacks south of Arsiero drove the enemy back and Italian aeroplanes bombed encampments on the Asiago Plateau.

Adige Brenta Asisage Posa Arsiero Asiaga

Brussels Ship Escapes As Diversioned Raiders Pursue

The Brussels left Rotterdam laden with foodstuffs as nine prior attempts failed to capture her. Torpedoers hunted the Harwich boats since the war began, with spies alerting on sailings and cargoes. The Brussels carried mostly Belgian refugees, but six destroyers captured her and took her to Zeebrugge.

London Brussels Harwich Rotterdam Zéebrugie

Australia launches employee war loan scheme

Sydney reports the British Australian Tobacco Company has started a plan for staff to subscribe to the war loan. Employees may authorize purchases and have 2s 6d weekly deducted from wages for every £10 invested, with the company prepared to buy any amount.

Sydney British Australian Tobacco Company

German Report on Allied Artillery Fire and Night Battles

A German communique notes Anglo French artillery activity along the South La Bassée Canal toward the Somme and Beaumont Hamel region, with heavy bombardment of Louvain area. Fire on the Meuse left bank near Mort-Homme was intense. small infantry actions occurred with some successes. Fierce battles and continuous shelling around positions led to serious losses as French attempts to retake ground east of the Meuse failed.

Amsterdam la Bassee Canal Somme Lous Beaumont Hamel Albert Meuse Mort Homme Meusa

Attitude of Roumania and Rome Cited in Russian Note

Bucharest correspondent reports Idea Nazionale claim that Russia offered to cede Czernowitz to Roumania. The note suggests Roumania will accept with allied talks continuing.

Rome Bucharest Idea Nazionale Russia

Western Theatre Report From Haig Front Streets

Sir Douglas Haig reports limited activity on a small front south west of Messines with no infantry attack. A mine explosion occurred at midnight near Haines, and the Allies had isolated artillery engagements while silencing a German battery west of Lens.

Londor Douglas Haig Messines Haines Mega Iasindai Lens

German Claim on British Attack Frustration

A German official communique from London in June states the thwarting of an attempted British attack eastward. No details on forces or outcomes are provided.

London

German Clams and Russian Counter Attacks Reported

The German communique states General von Lisingen's attacks west and southwest of Trutsk are progressing with repeated Russian counter attacks repulsed. It adds that north of Brody Russian forces were completely repulsed. Amsterdam also notes von Lisingen crossing the Aubinio-Zwiniacze line with several Russian counter-attacks failing.

London von Lisingen Trutsk

Compulsory Military Training Referred to Board

Melbourne reports the Federal Cabinet has referred the question of compulsory military training to a Military Board. Government action will be determined by the board’s report.

Melbourne

Struggle for Fleury Under Bombardment Near Meuse

Paris dispatch reports continued heavy bombardment east of the Meuse with intense fighting near Fleury. An official communique notes the day was relatively quiet aside from shelling as the enemy pressed from the outskirts and occupied parts of the village houses.

Paris Meuse Teury

German Fleet at Zeebrugge Reported Reinforced

The German fleet at Zeebrugge has been reinforced with 22 destroyers, including a new type with three funnels. Destroyers will raid with reconnoitring seaplanes, mine layers, and armed trawlers.

AG A London Zeebrugge

Artillery activity reported along Somme front night delta

High Commissioner notes German artillery action from Le Basser i Canal to the Somme began last night and continues at this hour, indicating intensified bombardment across the sector. The report underscores ongoing combat conditions and unresolved frontline uncertainty.

the High Commissioner London Rigalons Esate le Basser i Canal Somme

British Artillery More Active Than Usual

London June 26 report from General Haig states that the British artillery is more active than usual. The dispatch notes intensified bombardment on multiple fronts with no specific locations or casualties mentioned.

London Douglas Haig

Austrian report on Russian advances in Bukowina and Tarpol region

An Austrian communique reports Russian movement in the Czeremosz Valley toward Kuty and Russian attacks northwest of Tarnopol and near Radziviloff repulsed. It notes an encircling maneuver forcing Russians to abandon Uty as Austro German forces advance northeast of Gorochoff and northwest of Torczyn.

Amsterdam Czeremosz Kuty Radgivilefi Uty Tarnopol Radzivilott Foros Gorochoff Torceyn

The Mercury Sinking Claims 400 Passengers

London reporting sinking near Odessa by a mine leaves 400 lives lost. Victims aboard the Mercury were enumerated in the notice received June 26. The disaster marks a harsh wartime sea tragedy with a large toll.

London Odessa

Arab Revolt Causes Cited Amid Turmoil

Received February 26 details the Arab revolt from a report noting Enver Pasha’s harsh executions during a tour from Aleppo to Mecca and a belief that Young Turks threaten Islam with liberalizing reforms.

London Enver Pasha Aleppo Mecca

Germany. Trial of Dr Liebknecht for treason

Amsterdam reports the trial of Dr Liebknecht for attempted war treason, punishable by up to 15 years of servitude, has been fixed for a time. The serious charge centers on actions during wartime.

Liebknecht Amsterdam

The Enemys Claims All Amsterd Ax A Geitma Communique

The enemy reports a French attack on a fortification with Bavarian units leading the assault. They claim capture of most of Fleury and progress toward Fort Vaux, with several officers and numerous men taken as prisoners.

Fleury Fort Vaux

Meuse Battle Report From French Communique

A French communiqué describes German bombardment west of the Meuse along Hill 304 Mart Houme and Chattancourt on the second line. East of the Meuse a Friday morning offensive extended five kilometers from Damplou to the Damloup batteries with intense shelling and dense German troops.

London Meuse Mart. Homme Chattancourt Car 321 Damloup Arsille Thiaiumont

Brilliant Russian Cavalry Tactics At Sokul Crossing

Correspondents report decisive Russian artillery support enabling cavalry to probe the Styr crossing at Sokul. A nocturnal river advance placed horsemen behind Austro German lines at dawn, then they charged the rear as infantry moved forward, leaving heavy enemy losses in their wake.

Petrograd Drane Lusk Styr Sokul Weram

Fourteenth Reinforcements Parade Draws Crowds

Large crowds lined the streets as the Fourteenth Reinforcements marched past in Wellington on Sunday. Weather remained threatening though the event proceeded with spectators along the route.

Wellington Suné

Children’s Hacking Cough Woods Peppermint Cure

A historic ad touts Woods Great Peppermint Cure as a remedy for children’s hacking coughs. It markets a peppermint-based medicine, claiming soothing relief for young sufferers and positioning the product as a trusted household remedy.

French Counter Attacks Reclaim Ground Near Fleury and Thiaumont

Reports describe French counter-attacks recapturing trenches between Funin Wood and Chenois Wood and recapturing much ground near Leury. Fire from French batteries repulsed many German assaults on Vaux and the Woods of Chapitre Jumin and Gheneis, with mines at Les Bourges causing damage.

Fleury Leury Funin Chenois Wood Les Bourges

Great Gamble at Verdun Reported as Kaiser's Low Spirits

The Daily Mail describes a wartime council with Kaiser Wilhelm II and leaders like von Falkenhayn and Hindenburg discussing another major attack. French papers remain optimistic about the eventual outcome despite the setback.

von “Valkenhayn Marshal-- Vor -Hindenburg

German Chiefs of Staff Linked to Verdun Rumor

Rome June 23 reports persistently that General von Falkenhayn and General Conrad may have been removed from their posts at the German General Staff. General Schach, the Verdun commander, is also mentioned in the semi official notes.

Rome von Falkenhayn Conrad m1 General Schach Verdun

King Inspectes Ambulances Gifted by Lloyds for Verdun

Lloyds of London presents a batch of motor ambulances to France as a gift. The King inspected the vehicles on June 24, acknowledging their use behind the Verdun lines.

London France Lloyd's Verdun

Greece elections fixed for end of July reports in Athens

From Athens a dispatch notes the attitude of Greece toward the elections. It states the elections have been fixed for the end of July under the influence of M. Venizelos and the Allies.

Athens Fane

German Press Uneasy on Greek Election and Army Role

The Berliner Tageblatt predicts Venizelos will win a Greek election and form a cabinet. It notes Greece may join the Allies if he forms a government, with King Constantine as army head whose actions the Army would follow.

Air Copenhagen Berliner Tageblatt M. Venezelos Jthe M. Venizelos Greece Allis Constantine

Bulgarian Invasion Reported Advancing Toward Capetray Fort

The Daily Chronicle reports Bulgarians advancing from Puente toward the Capetray fort northward, with crossings of the Mesta River marking the Greek frontier. The correspondent notes Bulgarian moves indicate seizure of Greek frontier forts in Macedonia.

London Sdlonica Daily Chronicle Two Puente Capetray Demirhissar Mesta Bulgaria Macedonia

Fondon Front Reports Progress On Pasubio Sector

An Italian communique says the Pasubio sector remained under occupation extended to the Piazza Valley and Mount Prude ravine. In the Asiago Plateau artillery activity yielded best results on Mount Cengio and in the Canaglia Valley. Remaining front lines saw successful artillery and infantry actions.

Fondon Talitin Pasubio Canagla

Enemy Report From Amstertyam Describes Repulsed Attacks

Ambiguous wartime dispatch from Amstertyam notes repulsed Italian pressure southeast of Oran. The brief report references ground actions, a thwarted attack, and lines of defense.

Austro Naval Action Report Near Guilio Coast

An Austrian communique says destroyers bombarded the Fatian coast near Guilio Nuova and allied forces claim two trains were destroyed in the operation. The report notes naval bombardment and strategic impact in the disputed region.

Amsterdam Ftatian Guilio Nuova

Air War Report From London June 24

A terse London dispatch reports German communiques and Allied air actions. It notes German air raids on Karlsruhe Milheim and Troyes with civilian casualties and limited material damage. The wording reflects wartime censorship and fragmented phrasing from the era.

London Prench Karlsruhe Milheim Troyes

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