Italian Front Report from Aimsnauer and Acago Plata clash
An official report describes Italian and allied forces engaging near Acago Plata and Coldeleowen with heavy combat. casualties are claimed on both sides as operations at Valtroneelaniae and Brent retreat. The dispatch notes allied capture of Coldehome and Mouty Valls and mentions intense bombardment near Brent.
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Lunn
Acago Plata
Awa
Udlvanen Iuyond Saas
Brent
London
British Air Reprisals Hit Corman Towns In Daylight Raid
Reports say multiple bombings struck towns near the Rhia Bunsts area during daylight, causing fires and widespread damage. Observers note roar of planes and repeated shelling as residents flee or seek shelter amid the ongoing brutal war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doawles
Haden
Rhia
Franch Press Opinions PARTS Ware
The text fragment discusses British air defense and strategic responses amid tense wartime events. Sir Douglas Faip is referenced in relation to coordinating British actions to counter German air attacks, with mentions of improvised measures and concerns about sufficiency of defenses.
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Pilub
Douglas Faip ix
Bribok Bowie de Maule
Submarine Warfare Report With Mixed U Boat Incidents
Fragmentary wartime note from London listing submarine actions including attacks on enemy vessels and losses. Mentions Weemnomtay and Thro Adiratty with scattered figures such as 2311 and twelve uncounted or sunk, unclear details and dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Morning report on German positions in Jerusalem area
In Amsterdam on Wednesday reporters describe German fate tied to Mount of Olives and Paulus Mowpiew as remaining undisturbed while British forces report casualties and moves in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Wednperdiay
Kasmerin Annasty Viktoria
Mount of Olives
Hrittal
Admiral Roaly Womye Missed Appointment Report
London dispatch reports Admiral Roaly Womye appointed to a new post, with the father noted for prior service. Unclear wording hints at future appointment for another role, amidst changes in the admiralty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiralty
London
Roaly Womye
Weather spell lingers amid heat with readings posted
A fragmentary weather note traces a spell of hot days continuing from a fortnight ago. It records high readings around 101 on Saturday, 95 on Tuesday, 81 on Wednesday, and hints at possible rain. Shade readings from the official post thermometer are noted but details are incomplete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menoud
Post Alliga
Successful student I P Down gains honors at Melbourne University
Mr. BH P Down son of Mr. W G Down of Koonia recently returned from war in May. He secured second place in first class honors in History of Philosophy at Melbourne University. Former Weeley College student won the Hayas entrance scholarship of £50 enabling residence at Queen's College. Prof Bayou Gibson praises his thorough work and strong style, congratulating him on the achievement.
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BH. P. Down
W. G. Down
Koonia
Melbourne University
Harold Down
Weeley College
Hayas
Queen's College
Qaing
Bayou Gibson
M.A. D.se
Lachfield
Wallace Avenue
Tooenk
Cory Raul
Red Cross Carnival Venues Benalla Postwar Fundraiser
The Benalla Red Cross branch hosted a Boxing Day carnival and subsequent Flvascy fundraiser to boost dwindling funds. A patriotic procession, Cadet Band, and a large tableau led the parade, followed by sports events including a Draught Horse Championship and motor driving. Proceeds near £10 from a public concert and other stalls plus raffle activities supported the campaign. Major Kerr praised the visit of the Essendon race corps and thanked local hosts for their hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker
Bowitty Bresch
Red Oro
Osdot
Benalla
Kerrincharne
Merdames Noongo
M'Klroy
Lamncock
Coghlan
Sims
Barmotter
Prenticn
Say
Major Kerr
Essendon
Becalls Boys
Williama Tell
Saldier
Faust
Lieut Kitely
Sgta
Morrison
Bayx
A. G. Meadway
Thos. Chadwick
Swanty
Antica
Lieut. Morgans
Mr. Smith
Wangeratta
Tin Uan
Benalle Manicips, Mechanics
Wangaratta
W. Hill
Thors
Posor
Ais Ledtog
Mears
Conk
Thotuss
Heeizon
Ternock
G. Taylor
W. Nicholls
Gostaun
Barklasih
St. J. Watkarfel
Eulewn Connolly
V. Hlarriwn
Amy Stabby
Violet Pouree
A. Gregervon
Kaden Barkland
Trene M'Lentian
Lote Mackrell
Miasor Myrtle Welker
Josn Barklemb
Barklamb
Me. H. Richardio
Red Cross
Ambler
H. Nicholson
Hust
Tablean
Bolt
Benilla Fico Brito
Brestroup
Lise Smith
Landian Squaw
Btr
Richerdeen
Blight
Pickentack
Rae—B. Ryan Au Yenly
Hilda ‘Dippat I Tada Sithae
Barklamh
United
yande—Cadat Watt
Shorten
Puget War
Asst Vale
Bonails
M. Ninhulaon
Wowser
J. Puloshino
J. Cglaney
Three Godfathers at Benalla Picture Show and local fair notes
In the evening States Pictures presented at the Showgrounds with good attendance. The Three Godfathers starred on screen along with Rocky Mountain views. A Maypoly dance item by Whites cared for children from Benalla schools under Misses O'Shea. Lucky Bag Art Union prizes drawn with first prize £78, second prize £ BB, fourth prize £176. Xmas stocking draw postponed. Financials show expenses around £160 with various costs itemized. Key organizers included Mr. Geo. Walker and Dr. Nish, with support from figures such as Moses Meadway H Appy HL Davine and J Williams.
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States Pictures
Rocky Mountain
Benalla
O'Shea
Nish
A. Brown
KR. Toner
Rucket
JiTown
Vion Arca Ayale
Gatekenpers
Mowate KE
Simmonds
Latch
M’kinnon
H. Hankin
The Late Private S Black Death Details
Family letters from Private John Black recount the death of his brother Private S Black of the 10th MG Co. A grim battlefield note describes a shell strike during an advance, the fall of several men, and Black’s brave actions at a dressing station. John Black, wounded but alive, confirms the loss and shares his brother’s final words and the brutal conditions of the front.
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W. J. Black
John Black
Humber
J. A. Townes
Ohsplain
Samuel Bla
Wells
Black
Via Section
Pho Rov
Bownson
SA Black
Sam
Jack Grant
Ben
Frank Reardon
Violettown
Lough
Walt
Agsho
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Sell in Sydney
A testimonial from a user in Wangaratta praising Doan's Backache Kidney Pills for kidney related illness. The writer describes back pain, fatigue, and restless nights, crediting six bottles of the remedy with restoring health. Available at chemists and stores. price noted 2/9 per box, six boxes for 15/3, from Foster-Milburn Co. in Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Luckanha
Mr. M
Molopey
Mackay-cruct
Wangaratta
Saya
Lola
Don
Tam
Tom
Foster-M'Uisllan Co
Fatality after somnambulist fall near Benalla
A man, Mr Alfred Hyland of Beal Palls West, died after a somnambulist incident during a Christmas camping trip on the Murray near Yarrawonga. He reportedly fell from a picket fence 25 feet high, striking his abdomen, and was transported to Wangaratta Hospital where he died. Coroner inquiries opened. further inquiries to follow.
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Ncea
Ricert Hyland
Alfred Hyland
Bepalls West
A. Hyland
Banvile
the Murray
Yarawongs
Noonan
Kelly
Bia
Noonay
Sud
Newnan
Mrn Kelly
Alfred Fylind
Tuogeman
Hla
Wangaratte Koupitel
Nion Pee Nomnand
Ant
Beypala
Benalla
Poperdey
Alll
Pennylather
Hyland
George Noonanley
Prolion
Owen
Sporting the Gun Bonalls Gun Clube Corlataras Event Report
Sporting the Gun Club held a provisional match card on Sacuedey Inet with 24 joms and five azure wolw rocotend for pamarios tropties. Bailey and Harcourt Inet led after round thirteen, Cordite used, with Bailey faltering. Winners of prizes included Bailey and Cordits, Harcourt, Mar quire, Bowls, while novelty prizes went to Magnite, Burne, Mahooey. New Year’s Day program includes progressive previews on Bonalla green starting 2 p.m. Wangaratta defeated Ruther Lon in a Twead trophy match, with Yarrawonga and Rutherglen also noted.
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Bonalls
Clube Corlataras
Sacuedey
Pamarios
Tures Noma
Gand
Harcourt
Curdive
Bailey
Ge. N.S.W
Ularcourt
Hailey
Hateraety
Marquire
Bonalla
Stane
Puacenah
Wangaratta
Ruther Lon
Wangaratta Culy
Yarrawonga
Rutherglen
Walking Wounded Describe Cruel Front Conditions
A veteran account from France recounts the Western front as sees the walking wounded and nightly casualties. He notes troops crawl between evacuation routes while ambulances and Red Cross workers tend the injured and feed the hungry during large offensives. Both officers and soldiers share in dressing wounds as the attack unfolds amid chaos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M.C
Ollintr
France
Drewing
Roll of Honor Died on Service in the War
Names of soldiers killed or presumed dead in action are listed with enlistment details and places of origin. Horsty Gourgs Brodin of Baroa, Lea Shepherd of Toloe, J. Douge of Waogrestia, Vervace Hackett of Hamsonville, Arthur Kelly of Peance, and Private Alex Amory are noted among the fallen, with service dates since 1914 and references to Gallipoli and other theatres.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horsty Gourgs
Baroa
Agers
G. Diggle
Lea Shepherd
Toloe
Clato
Carpiral
J. Douge
Mra
Pare
Gallipyti
Vervace Red Hackett
Mr. Hughes
Hamsonville
Nowpeta
Prange
Win, Kyily
Boweya
Hiv Wan
Arthur Kelly
Peance
Ducesed Lefe
Alex, Amory
Kelly
Ole. Kelly
Prisoner of War Reported From 1916 Capture
A POW named Oshill from Wahriog and four Lagit Hotel members were reported missing since December 14, 1916. The Defense Department notes that additional parts received will be forwarded promptly. Corporal, brother of Mrs. L T Barks of Singlitoo Street, Bomally, is listed among the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Oshill
Wahriog
Lagit Hotel
Mrs A Jonson Returns From Wounding
Swanpook base records report that Army Private GW Jonson, wounded in May, is returning home. Local word confirms the comrade’s recovery and imminent homeward arrival.
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A. Jonson
Swanpook
GW. Jonson
Referendum Counts Shift as Yes Edges No in Early Totals
Reported referendum tallies show No leading at 33 000 then rising Yes to 52 000 and later 180 493. Early batches from soldiers favored Yes by 41 195 to 23 760 with No leading by 6 326, while Western Australia and other states show mixed results and absentee votes total 2 218 with 15 informal. Final tally cites 1 065 801 majority for No and 180 755 for Yes in Victoria?
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Western Australia
Vasnault
New South Water
Queensland
Viewirts
South Australia
Deviison
Vicvoristy
Yes
Wodonga inspection notes wheat stacks and rising shop registrations
Minister of Agriculture Mr Oman visits Krooklon and Spotewood to inspect AWilwa wheat stacks. Wodonga reports good condition. some restacking at Wandatdah. Victoria sees more shops registered as prosperity and war relief loan money buoy economic activity. A NSW industry development tongue aims to display local products in city district shop windows. A accidental burning death at Yerong Creek involves a girl named Stewart. Closer Settlement Board issues 475 soldier certificates with varied outcomes. Also, expounded pensions of former English chancellors and patriotic moves by Sir John Simon. Neuralgia ad for Hean toning nerve nuts concludes.
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Alieraudre Benghwaeth
Menvatta Vet
Henatla Nurihe Pethanges
Basie
Gueryouy
Fareattyoet
Maret Lodenn St. Tareemat Tallingalts
Tungurnah
Oman
Wbsonton
Victoria
Gambier
New South Wales
Yerong Creek
Stewart
Ttll
Wagus Hospital
Moears
Carliale
Kendell
Anns
Closer Settlement Board
John Simon
England
Baling
Ienerslahip
Foll
Ajard
Buckmaster
Lord Halebory
Lord Loreburn
Lord Halden
Nationalists to Meet in January Over Referendum Fallout
Melbourne dispatch notes political stalemate after Referendum with government resignations possible. Little public opinion on reinforcing overseas Army. few MPs willing to back Todor and Labor. Nationalists control the pace while Prime Minister Hughes plans to meet ministers in early New Year to decide future policy.
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Melbourne
Mathenree
Horn
Todor
Labor Party
Labor
Rine Mintecor
Hughon
Hughes
Murray Floods Exceed All Records Since 1871
A Water Commission diagram shows heavy Murray River flooding from June to November surpassing all records since 1871 at towns like Jingeilie Albury Wahgunysh and Yorrawongs. Officials plan new gauging stations and river movement reporting to reduce future losses and outline river travel times from Bonalla to Shepparton.
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The
Water Commission
Murray
Jingeilie
Albury
Wahgunysh
Yorrawongs
Marrsy
Gaupo
Varios
Variang
Murray Anid
Fran Bonalla
Shepparton
Lotich Duya
Benalla Music Examinations Postponed War Delays
Trinity College of Music held a practical examination in Benalla after postponements. Thirteen candidates sat with twelve passing as Myrrscough supervised. War related delays caused several absences and rescheduling, while the theory exam remained postponed awaiting papers.
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Iss
Parishiliill
Bonalla
Myrrscough
Benalla
Mistowski
Vtc
Eoglsod
Vincent
Mongolia
Tombay
Tnie
Myerscough
Adelside
A.T.C.L
Raidimeots
Atb
Mies Vera O'Halloran
Convent F O.J
Mixy Elsie M. Hosbind
Bongest
Mixy Rodgers
O'Halloran
Mra. Nicholeon
Nannstevet
M. Dalton
F.C. Gonvent
Honore
AH Harks
Abdo
Mary Morony
Bungeet
Mies Rene Milotell
Symmarky
Dirtasa Avt.c.l
Haltorwa
Convent Fct
BE. M. Husband
Bungoety Paw
Mies Rodgers
Correction to misidentified contestant in Standard
In the report of successful antididaten for qualifying a correction is printed. It should read Allan Wilson, Woertenbayne, as winner of the validating corducate rather than Ma Hal Stow, Wartenbayne. Neville Hlt, 8.8, Warrenboyne, requests this correction be issued.
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TienrTon
Sim
Ma Hal Stow
Wartenbayne
Allan Wilson
Woertenbayne
Neville Hlt
Warrenboyne
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Hean
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Castlereagh Strost
Sydney
Trinty College OF Music
Benalla Centre
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