Empire preference plan signals shift from Teutonic ties
In a July 24 speech Walter Long outlined an imperial preference scheme approved by the War Cabinet, signaling Britain aims to keep the empire free of German influence. The piece notes Germany's prior control of raw materials in Australia and its impact on imperial trade, with calls to develop local industries and protect resources.
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Mr. Hughes
Interesting Tour of Jerusalem by Prosper Sherwill in 1898
An account written from Jerusalem by Prosper W. Sherwill describes a leave visit with the YMCA group, detailing visits to key Holy City sites such as the Jaffa Gate, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, and Calvary. The writer notes ancient walls, Gates, and relics, describes daily life and conditions, and observes the impact on locals as well as hospitality from people and access issues.
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Calvary
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Suck of the calle vows on thna page
A fragmentary note mentions a vow on a page in the Thaws and a cable to Australia via a special Perminion. It clarifies that the opinionA are not the Pines TM Wales, expressly stated by be 0.
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War News From Front Pushes in the Somme Area
Allied bulletins report major gains in the Western Front with 20 000 prisoners. British advance near Bapaume Neuf Berquist Thiepval and Bray fall as New Zealand troops reach Bapaume. French efforts envelop Noyon while American forces push toward Rheims road.
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French Still Progressing Enemy Attack Falls
In a British dispatch from London, a Kroneh communique reports continued Allied progress after an enemy coup near Hoye. Our forces gained ground north of Hoye and captured supplies amid bombardment elsewhere in Bonuycaignes between the Alleuy and Aisne rivers, with patrols returning in the Woeyre district.
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German War Minister Admits Reverses
Amsterdam report quotes German War Minister General von Staab admitting setbacks and reverses. He says such failures warn Hinterland the war is not over and Germany must marshal all strength. British forces reportedly regain Bapaume. recon patrols reach fringe of Bailleul near Valenciennes in Ontario era report.
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Numerous Captures Reported Germans Retreating in Confusion
Rear Admiral London reports from British held quarters that German forces retreating in confusion have caused large prisoner captures. British advances reached Pogtoros to Contalination, with estimates of 20,000 Germans taken since Wednesday and Allied totals near 100,000.
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Corman Towne Report on Allied Attacks and Siege Progress
The report claims successful attacks at Bute tombourg and Liximburg with faults on the pallatation. Privge of Bullecourt notes Beltlvh outposts reaching the siege of Bullocoast and capturing Highwood.
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Allies Retreat as Bolsheviks Advance in Siberia
Report from Siberia states British French Japanese and Czecho Slovak forces were heavily engaged along the Ussuri River. Allied numerical inferiority forced a bivouac retreat while Japanese troops advance toward the mouth of the Amur. Czechoslovaks hold Kisot in eastern regions as Slovak orders urge reinforcements to counter Bolshevik gains before winter near Lake Baikal.
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Fighting in Albania Report from Front Plosidy Front
An exiled report from London and Berlin discusses heavy fighting in Albania near Igrn with large forces clashing northward. It cites British prisoner losses and German advances behind the Plosidy front over days, amid unclear cables from New York and Zurich.
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Poultry Appeal for Caulfield Hospital Supplies
The district appeals for poultry and ducks to aid wounded soldiers at the military hospital. Supplied birds should be brought to The Supervisor, Hospital Comforts' Depot, Montuzag. District teachers will coordinate pickups. Letter signed by P. Green, dated August 26 1918.
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Corowa Races Show Meeting Results At Benalla Judges
Corowa racing crowd attended a two day meeting with Turnbull and Chadwick acting as judge and starter from Benalla. Results list several winners including Maldon Pinta Scarlet Brocwlo and Well Worthy with various placings across Flying Handicap Maiden Plate and Handicap events.
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Gallant Australians and the Somme action remembered
An Australian captain, leading the crew of a pink marked tank, charged German lines, killed many attackers with a machine gun, and was fatally shot in the head. Australian gunners repeatedly rushed forward to vanquish the enemy during the Somme advance amid heavy shelling and rain of monsters. The article notes medals, gold, a liver, helmet, and beer hoards found after night operations, alongside a warning about no pictures on Thursday.
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Beechworth junior banner win noted in Rachabites event
The Juniors section of the Independent Order of Rechabites held a contest awarding a banner to Beechworth. Winners included Beechworth members amidst a crowded display with comment on leadership and future membership, while multiple divisions celebrated the outcome and praised local supervisors for support.
Royal Warrant Details Military Punishments Across Service
The document outlines field punishments for soldiers under a royal warrant, listing regular pay allowances, daily penalties, and disciplinary actions authorized by military committee supervision. It describes deductions, confinement, and the authority of field punishments, including two commissioners approving sentence types and duration. It notes enforcement within colonial forces and references legal basis under an Act of Parliament.
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