Burns Brothers Hearse and Hospital Wounds Reach News
Fragmented wartime notice reports Private Frank Burns killed in action in Burma during World War I and Private Aire Burns wounded and hospitalized in England. References British, Australian forces and kin, with aged two-year-old phrasing and uncertain lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rilles
Frage
Apsil
Frank Burns
Burns
Branvy
East
Rank Buses
Belovet
Elicabailt
Frank Butisy Linn Eset
Gen Burns
Koy Innit
Nawrer
God
Peace talks in December and fear of a separate end to the war
The article surveys persistent peace rumors since December, noting Austrian and German aims, fears of a separate peace, and the potential realignment of power if Austria or Prussia seek an independent agreement. It discusses why a patched peace would threaten the Allies and outlines Germany’s long term aims across Europe and Asia, including plans for a German empire and control of Belgium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garminny
Alfies
Germany
Austria
Charles
Vienna
Tussia
Russia
Prussia
Balkan States
Turkey
Thes Ertuory
Bagdad
Belgium
Ruasis
Herr Sautantin
Reichstag
Austria Hungary
Coblogen
Caelern
Europe
Asia
Africa
Benalla notices and events highlight week in district
Local notes cover a Benalla war film exhibition and charity fundraiser, Anzac Day observances, and a railway project crew from the district. Reports include a horse accident near Benalla, a hospital bazaar in Devenish, and election updates with weathered figures for Benalla and surrounding towns.
Political addresses and police search headline this week
Electorate events loom as Mr P Moloney M P and Right Hon W M Bag h Prime Minister addressed audiences at Shire Hall with details to be found in advertisements. An elderly man, Malou M'Pherson, was missing but later located in Geelong. police investigated. Rail and timber traffic rise along Tatong line. local council discusses wool profits and wheat pool issues amid wartime context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Wh. Moloney
Shire Hall
K. Hagen
M.L.A
Bedah
Tatong
Wes Pro
Max Lowe
Fouxy
Malou M'Pherson
M‘pherson
Geelong
Buck
Stra
Robartenn
Tuogamal
Henalla
Melbourne
Benilla
Smith
Hartway Traven
Tallengatts
Sen Triascay
Banalla
Ollion —G. Shoenlil
Bousila Shire Cornell
W. Nicholla
G. T. Westnart
Karo
Victorian Farmers’ Union
B. Cummins
Th Central Executive
St. H. Wilson
Cammles
Cooperative Farming Scheme Discussed by Benalla Society
At a Benalla Agricultural and Pastoral Society meeting a letter from the Chamber of Agriculture proposed boosting production through cooperative farming. The plan urged forming farmer guilds to map unused land, secure landholder cooperation, and share costs for seed, manure, and harvest. Members debated timing and government support, with a resolution urged for the Premier to publish the scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla Agricul _tural and
Europe
Cooperative Farming
Thess Guildy
Triemers
Capiteliste Nio Monay
Uate
Fin
Maediate Setlor
Bng
Corthcoming
A. Gregorson
Caid
Jinn
Moule
Cleary
Griegerson
Bross
Baroess
Pras
War report from London on April war gains and French offensive
The London dispatch notes 33,000 prisoners and 20 field guns captured by Allied forces between April 4 and 20. It cites a Paris telegram claiming 180,000 German troops recognised near Loiaains and Auborive with a strong French bombardment and mobilization on the Aisne fronts. Meronvillers capture is hailed as a glorious page in war history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Varia
Sre
Pronel
Aisneix
Meronvillers
Rheims
French Mako Progress Reported Amid Violent Artillery Fire
A French communique notes heavy artillery duels south of St. Quentin and progress near the Aisne and Cherin des Dames. Reports mention bombardments around Hlurtebie and movements west of Navarin with enemy actions near Suey Tony and Greneding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br Beerre
London
St. Quentin
Aisne
Chaminm Des Dames
Suey Tony
Greneding
Hlurtebie
Shirmyivhes
Renading
Navarin
German Artillery and Counter Attacks Reported on Scarpa Front
Russian-like confusion aside, the report describes intensified German artillery north of the Scarpa and a counter attack on a British English force along the north bank. It notes a garrison blockhouse at Bersy au Bas blown up by storming troops and engagements near Braye Hurtebise farm along local roads, with renewed fighting north of Prosnos and south of Ropont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bers Yau Bas
Braye
Hurtebise Farm
Mheime
Neufchatel
Prosnos
French Offensive Details and Minor Actions Reported
A partially legible wartime dispatch notes a French offensive continuing with minor infantry actions. The report mentions attempts to consolidate positions and indicates high authorities are being advised of the evolving situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarun
British advance near Loos and St. Quentin in Somme fighting
A War Office communique reports British forces advancing east of Hayrincourt Wood after heavy fighting. South-east of Loos ground was gained and prisoners taken while artillery duels continued near St. Quentin and Urvillers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reeveny London
Douglsaig
Hayrincourt Wood
Loos
Somme
St. Quentine
Worth
Urvillers
Torpedoing of Hospital Relief Ships Exposed
The Proxs Kurech announces that a German wireless message claimed Allied use of disguised hospital ships. The allegation is deemed untrue and a pretext for torpedoing Belgian relief ships without warning. After the sinking of Asturias and Gloucester, Britain will transport wounded in ambulances and has notified Germany of withdrawing some hospital ships.
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Reorew
Leas
Admiralty
Asturias
Crext
Britain
Cessela
Germany
Aliipa
Mora Hospital Ships Torpordood
By SAUTER London. The Admiralty announces that the Donegal and Lanstone were attacked without warning on April 17 while carrying wounded to British ports. The Donegal had 20 wounded reported among the injured. the Lanfranc carried 234 British and 167 German wounded. Twenty three British and fifteen German wounded are named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Admiralty
Vestosmera Donegal
Lanstone
Donegal
Thu Lanfranc
ANOTHER SEA FIGHT BRAVEN BRAVING NEWS
The British Admiralty announced a Friday night clash near Dover with German torpedo boat destroyers. Two enemy vessels were damaged or sunk in minutes of engagement with Downe patrols. British forces reported no material damage and only minor casualties, while they claimed to have sunk a German officer and 108 men. Heavy firing was heard. one German ship possibly sunk.
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Ballarat
Emmet O. Hardy
Hardy
Wong Hla
Wong
Kearney
Hartigan
Phillips
Montagan
Ma Ford
Allien Boyd
Oollonn
Boualls
Hater
Mr. Knox
Colons Hawker
A. F
Knox
Whiro Avere
Benalla
Oor Hewrths
Beony Suswely
Deranish
Moters Garald
Gwen Hyland
Love
Bonalls
Aenkson
J. Hinchley
Wavigaratia
Pitsl
Weltos
Devenish Bhasar
EL Way
Hospital Aysnagament
Alec Borates
Banambra
Goslang Ta
Meates
Plain
Lackle
Faderal Gente
Goelong
Voring
Parnell
M’cormick
Lambell
Langlands
Besrdmore
Jophecott
Victoria
Bensilan
Rewheater
London
Anzac Dav
Edwards
Nicky Tospector Groom
Waller
Cather
Benalla West
Thie Town
Exerry
Cottsla
France
Italy
Denmark
Australis
Germany
Austett
Rypard Boxny Pitson
Tha Furcos
Peru
Commerstal Hotel
Jas, Holden
Somerger
Styan's Grovk
Wangaratta Hospital
Wangaratta
Co-Operative Co
Aleo
Goulborn
Amoogat Theao
John Bell
Arthur Dobson
Swanpoal
Brvien
Britta Admiralty
Dover
Gossely
Num
Wil Parmbly
Garman
Germans Admit Loss After Night Naval Engagement
A German official message acknowledges a loss following a naval engagement in the night of April 20 near Duran. Destroyers GBS and G42 reportedly took damage and were compelled to withdraw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duran
Gbs
Turks Again Defeated Near Bagdad in British Victory
London reports that on Tuesday British forces defeated the Turks 70 miles west of Bagdad. The enemy were routed, with 27 officers and 1,217 men captured. A substantial number of horses and matériel were also seized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Bagdad
Soldier Letters From France Reflect War Struggles and Policy Debate
A letter from Sgt Howshipmyn-T in France discusses wartime politics, Australian military policy, and the need for universal conscription. He argues for broader recruitment, training, and reinforcements, criticizes untrained appointees, and contrasts conditions with France, noting rationing, pay, and harsh winter conditions. He describes frontline hardships, transport delays, and the burden on families, while affirming pride in serving Australia.
Splendid Remedy for Children’s Coughs
Mothers across Australia prepare a home cough remedy by adding two shillings’ worth of HEAN’S ESSENCE to water to make a pint. The mixture is promoted for coughs colds whooping cough croup influenza bronchitis and sore throat and claims to avoid opium-based drugs while offering a cheap alternative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Roll of Honor Killed in Great Battle Refugee Soldier
The sad news reached of the death of Private Patrick Bradlay, son of the late Mr Bradley, formerly of London Felativen. He died from wounds received in the great battle. He left Awntrally Firtra front in September. Survived by brothers and sisters, the community expresses sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Han Bern
Patrick Bradlay
Aldaat
E Bradley
Londn
Lefe
Kiaviin
Wratern Aantralla
Hie
Mix Inaither
Danern
Wey Leliled
Heatter
Charley
Alex
Blakele
al Lindelgenie
T¢Ne
Tin Wlaters
Glunivan
Benalla
Sfinvos
Wounded Burom Man Reported In Battle Action
Private Norman F. Dargai of Burom has been wounded in combat and is reported as out of danger. Temporary Sergeant T. Saxon was severely wounded in the thigh and abdomen by gunfire and is not yet certain to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Dargate
Burom
Norman F. Dargai
T. Saxon
Whys
Num
Dave
Eng
Benalla Button Fund auction of buttons on Our Sailors Day
Receipts from a Benalla event titled Our Sailors Day detail sales of buttons. Additional notes show funds received from Commonwealth Button Fund and local ads. Audited by G. Rossetn, Auditor, with figures indicating current status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Albury Races Show Complex Dividends Amid Dense Fog
Fog shrouded Albury race day as crowds gathered for the two day meeting. Totals show substantial winnings with divisions for government, club, and holding funds, plus individual tote dividends for races such as Maiden Flask, Five Furlong events, and Hospital Cup Handicap. Top performers include Royal Dude, Kangatyo, and Bobby in various stakes.
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Huedlle
Mice Bundook
Wisner
Fiaben
Ratintae
Winnar
Ins
Athury
Pott R Bea
Hsiaye Wesyai
Daly EL
Zor
Ty Mnate
Thee Vanenra
Club Wandrop
Wendy
Wonill
Tratanda
Evabu
Lathorae Anly
Latt Mluwerle
Hmassoudens
Tole
Videndas
Tsborg
Bringer Brong
Lampoon
Royal Dude
Bitter Wagguaed
Ly Banko
Mia Bolatey
Wuner
Sheau
Wophies
Itsuy
Ir Louga
Scott
Leila Blow
Lyla
Huck Kacu
Teophice
Black Boy
Min Solana
Ssuny Lary
Bankoat
Mint Bolana
Starling Championship at Sortlh East Held in Benalla
The Starling Championship at Sortlh East, Benalla, saw Creighton’s Theafall win after a day of exciting trials with 401 birds exhausted from traps. Hircock, Threlfall, Conners, and others claimed various trophies, while Belaga won the speed event and golf preparations continued for the Northcuming season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Gunn Theafall
Creighton
Otoulyan
Daphno
Threlfall
Conners
Hurne
Fell
Reynol
Fragmented World War Era News Briefs Several Incidents
A garbled dispatch reports diverse wartime events including legal notices, military actions, and civilian hardships. Names, places, and numbers are inconsistently rendered, but references to troops, bombardment, injuries, and shortages appear alongside mentions of courts, shortages of fuel, and agricultural notes. The piece blends international and domestic matters with scattered anecdotes.
Clearing Sale at Vishotlay Preausars Cooperation Company
A damaged report describes a clearing sale with bids and lots listed by item and batch. Names and locations are largely garbled, but references to buyers, prices, and multiple lot numbers appear, along with dates and places such as Willowh and McClotinauk. The fragmentary text implies estate style bidding and distribution of lots to purchasers at varied prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tha Vishotlay Preausars Cooperation Company
Behd
Dale Bey
McClotinauk Dell
Ieee
Dow
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Fenerase
Tle
Supreme Court of
Duncan Mivor
Beoaila
Atd
Edwin Filey Lasigvan
Rosstucant
Arnold Strat
Arnold Strat, Lowish Yarra
Salil
Calder
Shire
Honslla
Norea
M. C. Annamara
Avetinners
Oownan
Russell Bros
Avery Rurhday
Fridhy
Preshay, Avrit
Plebeld
Gurerumant
Mora Hospital
Torpordood
Mesopotamia
Sergent
Howshipmyn
Labor Party
Aix
Hipuioge
Austealla
Abe
Dividians
Hove
Uensl
Menagement
Coope Sud
Lipwarda
Opwarda
Chere
Proaers
Thair
Lip Eine
Boltug Lorrien
Jaet
England
Loreles
Gary
Englend
Baelaos
Ttc
Benalla Button Fund
Expoutitura
Brasil
Renalla
Commonwealth
Eos
Wass Peibhey
Erste MiCossas
Prose
G. Rossetn
Albury
Furenmeat
Hollding
Gornenmaut
Starling Championship
Gib Hasailton
Hircock
Symmane
Stewart Lad
Sammons
Belaga
Beaslly
Carter
Aguloat Floure
Ti New Yealand
Uinta Consina
Burvor
Pelor
Hlebod
Anuuvty
Aduisly
Kalgoorl
Anton
J. W. Studion
Berchinnith
Bisateys
Wederal
Wolfie Blackrttody
Mab Biaian
Cordell
Malbouras
Welng
Shaw
Uil
Ba Rer
Chrintelineh
Nla
Wits
South Anetrily
Mies
Lilish Mgarehy
Mr. IL
Ean
Ville Barkeres Joniling
Athor Kadaia
Laindin
Saltpan
Crewk
Cracha
von Hopman
Ethesa
Micke
Cys
Toby
Maldon
Surrey
Stieetttt
Ralph Smyth
Eldevig
Agricalturel
Lepermont
Hoevort
Unis Ue
Ariester
Pha
Stoke
Healeh
Attortiay
Molbitirod
Luk
Sydney
Roy Korrs
Maryborough
Tigers
Aho Icc
Prosenas
Civetal Jakientes
Otubbla Fetenya
Wbraw
Gilbent
Alexandar
Lom
Sydney Findlaw
Alder
Liz
Elie
Alewauber
Ararat
Hlon
Uesteretty Coluee
Ibnlieg
Irma
Aiden
Aeeshi
Maynur
Iran
Gindie
JAGK
Mitchull & Gos, Phy. Bid
Aireart Radery
JW. Soderstrom
Boia
W. Burns
Sunaria
Dunstan
Baby's
Rick Burnenw
Mik
Tye Bacchla Manure Concentrated Milk Co. Lye
Belgie Walters
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