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Newspaper
Benalla Standard
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1918
Page
3
The readable text suggests a damaged cable notice about an Australia related emission by a special commission. It notes opinions may not reflect Time’s and requires clarification of the official stance.
The German assault on the Montdistioe sector has escalated with heavy fighting. Authorities indicate enemy gains but at tremendous cost, with casualties estimated between 59,000 and 75,000 and the German side reportedly taking about 1,000 prisoners.
A long telegraphed dispatch from the front describes Allied gains near Mery and the valley, with German divisions halted and heavy casualties reported. The report notes renewed German attacks on the Aisne and Vallora regions, but claims French resistance remains strong and territory is held from Montdidier to Desioyus Faerun.
Paris dispatch reports a High Military Authority stating the French offensive efforts are driving the German drive to an end. The briefing emphasizes the resolve of French forces and the deteriorating German position in the Ole region amid ongoing actions in Europe.
The dispatch notes ongoing German efforts to rotate battalions, keeping battlefront divisions fresh. It also mentions French reluctance or strategic stance and hints at counterattacks, reflecting a period of military maneuvering and intensifying conflict.
London dispatch reports that Murlancoust is praised as a rising name among Australian troops in France, joining the ranks of Poviares and Bullecourt. The day’s operations saw the force advance about 9000 yards from the original bridgehead after a probing engagement.
A preliminary wartime note states that while a committee studies Paris defense measures, the government does not anticipate a direct assault or the city facing actual danger. The emphasis is on preparation rather than imminent danger, reassuring the public.
London reports a dramatic decline in Austria amid wartime strain and political upheaval. Officials warn of a state of siege following recent developments, with Ambria referenced as a proxy or example in the broader crisis.
Reports describe Austrafian forces advancing to 700 yards depth with heavy losses among CGormana from bombs in fire trenches. An entire German battalion reportedly wiped out as Australians claim 300 prisoners. French attacks near afronbatch riles yield 1000 prisoners. A submarine incident near a liner is noted amid shifting naval actions. Territorial unrest grows as Slayn desert and join the Green Army, with Poland reporting cooperative reporting.
Benalla licensing board met at the courthouse to decide which hotels in the Mokoan and Bonsils districts should be closed. The Commercial, Broken River, Globy, and other inns were examined with inspectors urging close notes for the Globe, Racecourse, and some town hotels while deeming Commercial and Farmers Arms essential for district accommodation. Local witnesses, including the Commercial and Farmers Arms licensees, supported maintaining the hotels, citing good conduct and need for lodging during floods and busy periods.
The Racecourse hotel in Benalla is scrutinized over license renewal with testimony from owner-operators, townsfolk, and auctioneers. Observers say it provides essential accommodation paddocks for coursing and sale yards, while others argue a railway area hotel or the Railway hotel may also serve public need. The board weighs which hotels to retain or close, noting stock, paddocks, meals, and traffic to the yards.
Report from Mr. Hamilton shows Parsip, Wylie and Central riding collections reaching £4973 with various districts recording large sums. The year’s takings remain on track though some regions report lower than previous years while overall revenue mirrors prior quarters.
A fragmented report outlines football basketball and tennis events at Mansfield with Wangaratta squads invited to compete. Arrivals and fixtures are listed with scores and pairings for forthcoming matches, including football games Wangaratta versus Maude Field and Wangaratta versus Mane Field, plus basketball matchups and venue notes.
A midday mishap halts a Yarravonga train on the St Janne line as passengers describe a collision with a landing area and a derailment near Toft. One injured individual, Inguti Pemyutite, is crushed while trying to alight, and the train reportedly remains on the track with minor damage to the carriages.
The Acting Prime Minister Mr Watt outlined a record sanction for wool purchases to cover wartime expenses. He cited exports valued over £100,000 and detailed arrangements for greasy wool pricing and government procurement through bonded wool warehouses, highlighting the substantial role of wool in wartime finance and supplier arrangements.
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