Russia and Germany influence in world affairs sparks political tensions
Fragmented notes describe German influence at the Russian court, reactions in the Duma, and calls for stronger prosvetution of no war. References to political figures like Bismarck, Metternich, and the Kaiser, plus reports on postal delays and local incidents, paint a crowded snapshot of unrest, public notices, and community events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poland
Bisuvavis
Fonr
Soench Republic
Metternick
Austria
Pragsia
Thussia
Bismarck
Kaiser
Russia
J. A.T. Lingd
proGerman
Duma
Roll of Honor Wounded and Killed in France and Somme
Wounded Saturday Private Commerford from Yavenaland is wounded in France as his brother Mr. Uormmerford learns via the Datance department. Lieutenant RK W Stubbs of the 37th Battalion is hospitalized March 1 with a mild gunshot wound. Sapper W Williams engineer and student at Dookin College was killed February 23. Harold G Swinburne, ex mathematics and Latin teacher at Shepparton High, is killed on the Somme front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uormmerford
Raiteror
Hridge-atreat
Bonalla
Datance Department
Hig
Commerford
France
Yavenaland
RK. W. J. Stubbs
Fasa
Linutenant Stubbs
Stubbs
Shepparton
Sapper W. le Williams
Dookin College
Prio
The War German Retreat Reveals French Advance
A Saturday night German retreat report states French forces breached lines between Andechy and the Oise. The enemy abandoned fortified positions, towns like Roye and Lassigny were entered, and civilians fled ahead of pursuing troops. Crossroads and streets were blown as retreating Germans left scant time to evacuate inhabitants. Reprisals cited for the burning of Bapaume and artillery activity increased in Champagne and Mass regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andechy
Oise
Royo
Lassigny
Raye-Noyon
Suveral Polata
Bapauca
French Push On Germans Still Clearing Around
A French communique reports progress between the Avre and the Olas with control of ground between old lines and Royer. On the Troyon Road from Damorey to Lagoy, engagements with enemy rearguards ended in French favor and pursuit continues north of Troyon Road. Patrols in Rheims region and north of Seichopray. Several French attempts on the Calonne trench caused enemy losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cermans
Landos
Avre
Olas
Tines
Royer
Troyon
Damorey
Lagoy
Troyon Road
Rheims
Seichopray
Calonne
Rasalan forces claim occupied positions in Ognot region
A Rasalan official report from London dated Sunday states that troops moved into Warabi village and advanced toward Sakkiz, Sarana, and Bans by newly opened passages, claiming ground higher than their horses could reach. The report emphasizes dislocated positions along the snow strewn front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Sanday
Ognot
Warabi
Sakkiz
Sarana Add
Horsy
War Updates From Asia and Mesopotamia Front Lines
London dispatches report the Kussiang entering Van and British forces defeating Turks. Mesopotamian official brief says Turkish rearguard withdrawn from ridges shielding Mashaldie railway, with positions captured early Thursday and by Friday the three division force was retreating toward a distant Maagra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Revrew
London
Tigris
Mashaldie
Thora
Lsy
Sumaagra
Bulgarian Official Admits French Penetration Near Mogovo
A Bulgarian official admits France penetrated an advanced path near the village of Mogovo north of Monastir. The admission signals allied success in a contested area as coastal and inland operations unfold in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Masa Aye
Mogovo
Monastir
Austrian Front Action Report From San Pellegrino Valley
The admiralty report from London notes a heavy air attack at Coalbava in the Sagans valley was repulsed. It states the enemy’s heavy artillery damaged a defensive position we had taken in the San Pellegrino Valley, with March 4 marked as the occupation of the upper area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnie Iyvercrrren
Brera Admiralty
London
Sanday
Thilian
GREAT British Victories GREAT British Victories
Reuter's correspondent notes a German retreat during the night as Allied columns press the retreating foe. The capture of Peronne is described as a highly important success with Allied forces advancing toward Terones following orders to seize territory along the Somme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peronne
Lbs
Marne
Jotire
Somme
Amlong
Terones
Vor Klack
Pernone
Fron
Sebelat
Sambre
Antwerp
Namur
Poronce
Bapaume
British capture of Bapaume signals decisive war turning point
Reports from London and the French chambers say British forces captured Bapaume after heavy fighting on the Somme front. Jubilation spreads through Paris as Field Marshal Haig confirms the town’s fall and describes continued Allied advances from Bapaume to Chaulnes, Roye, and Arras while German reports acknowledge Allied gains north and west of the positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rourse
London
Sanjay
Crum
Bapaume
Bapaue
Chamber of Deputies
Senate
Newiston
Beitleh
Parle
Sir Doughe
Haig'e Do
Midnighs
Eald
Bapaulme
Goesman
Housoe
Somme
Freanes
Chaultres
Horgoy
Villers
Peronne
Toy
Bapanme
Biethiliers
Bihuoonet
Achet Te Grand Gil
Achet le Petit
Ablainte Hill
Bueqnoy
American Steamer Sinking at Sea Without Warning
Reported attack on vessels Vigilamoix and City of Memphis with both sunk. No warning given. crew lists incomplete. Grinfire attributed to unidentified action. Rewver dispatch notes loss and unclear casualty status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rewver
London
Mephis
Grinfire
Increased primary pro duction urged by Australian official
Statistics from the Australian Wheat Board show high wheat receipts to March 12 and ministers urge farmers to raise primary production. Hagelthorn appeals to speed wheat output and address meat, dairy, and poultry supply amid global depletion. Plans include organizing broader production increases, boosting cattle and sheep, and expanding pork and poultry. Consultations with primary production sectors are planned in coming weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australian Wheat Board
Horsham
Hagelthorn
Avatralis
Avatralia
Audralin
Australia
Memorial Service for Late Private Bilham in Ta tong Church
A Sunday service at Ta tong Church of England honored the late Private William Bilham killed in action in France. Mr. Crosgan led prayers and readings, Mr. K R Thompson sang, and the Roll of Honor was draped in purple and black. A large, interdenominational gathering expressed sympathy for the family and urged a Christ-like life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of England
Crosgan
William Billham
France
Peiga
Bilham
KR. Thompson
Obituary of Mr John Peters in Brighton and Benalla builder
Mr John Peters dies Friday at his son's Brighton home after years of poor health. A Danish native, he built many notable Benalla residences and public buildings before retiring to Melbourne. Survived by sons Albert Arthur William and daughter Elizabeth Peters. another daughter Mrs Nicholls had died earlier. Remains laid to rest at Lilydale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ho Uualla
Govege Walker
Coniier
Win
Allen
Beusll
Mmijin
Mr. Rogan
Lanier
Husband
Shire Prostanity
Libya Rose
Quautrasox
Mice Puao
Benalla
Lowa
Etoblon
D. W. Heaney
Sheppardan Road
A. A. Atotomoy
Pebrong
Bonnus
Stralager
Austral Hoos
Bridgesstreet
Lee-Treasury
Hinaalla
W. A. Stewart
C. Nelson
L. Doyle
Winton Cemetery Trust
H.G. Willams
G. J. Westcott
Benalla Shire Counci
Gasette Norines
Andrew Mackrell
Balmattam
Strathhoriv
M. E. Sumper
Molyullah
Sr. Patricks
Ramway
Arere
Henata
Goosial Ind Oi
Tralea
Yarrawonga Linn
Wadonga
Albury Expras
Wangaratta
Melhourne
Violet Town
Metadoler
Ratherglan
Fred Johnson
Steathbogie
Wilfred
D. Devanie
John Peters
Plave
Toho Pobera
Coronation Street
Brighton
Potose
Samaris Road
Melbourne
Publc
Sarranating
Peters
Denmark
theseoos—Magseras
Albert
Arthur
William
Revolution in Russia shows Duma revolution seizes control
Dispatches from Berlin and London report a successful Russian Duma revolution. Provisional government rises in Petrograd while ministers and cabinet are dissolved. Transport and food distribution disrupted as the new regime seeks order amid reported heavy street clashes and casualties. The revolt echoes through Moscow and London observers note changes at the top in government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Repres
New York
Dima Sad
Stelwil
Meduwil Itelf
Nuit
Dewry Woiuld
Petrograd
The Czar Abdicates and War Ends in Crisis
Fragmented text shows a royal message announcing abdication amid internal turmoil. It references duty to secure final victory and a last stand by the enemy, plus a note about a brother and the people’s representatives. The passage is garbled but centers on a pivotal leadership transfer during wartime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JD Auniremier
Nichols Sa
Michard
Pople
Water Trust Debate Over Appointment Critics Cite Loyalty
A letter from W Mathieson questions the Water Trust’s choice for the collector post and accuses a Standard editor of bias. He urges publication of a rival view from Mr Bartlton to illuminate the dispute and calls for full facts to be published.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanderson
W. d. Mathieson
Matilieson Obalimio Benalla Water Trust Appointment Request
A damaged letter from Matilieson Obalimio Benalla Water Trust raises questions about his appointment to a saltwater post. He asks for approval to draw in favor of Mr Saniduoomy, seeking future discussions at a meeting, while expressing respect for the Commissioners and the King’s empire. He emphasizes duty to ratepayers and trust in the process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Sandergun
Phuameanen
Trae
Vhs
Wil
Federal Politics In Australian Parliament After Elections
The Sixth Federal Parliament concluded its session with members returning to their electorates. Mentions of referendums, election campaigns, and candidate nominations across multiple divisions including Bendigo Fawkner Indi and Melbourne names appear, indicating party strategies and upcoming contests. Key figures W M Hughes, George Mivon, and local Labour and Liberal candidates are discussed alongside regional meetings and union calls for nominations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
W. M. Hughes
Indi
Bendigo
Hampaon
George Miva
Aloo Jn
Haghex
Hive
Fawkner
Liberel Iague
Feducsion
Mosars
Leokiv
Bonwmbra
Shute Martin Mont
Lamb
Melbourne
Snd
Sobisit
Naimen
Honguew
Wangarainy
Canneil
Na- Hooat Coton
The
Women's League
People’s Liberal Party
National Federation
Buros
Victorian Farmers Union
Hell
Desnoles
Bryan Come Ming
Norbhewsatora Dikes Prich
Tall
Kelles Doula
Ferores Union
Motor Cycling Athonapthy Victim In Home Hospital
An athlete suffered injuries while riding near Avenel on Metday after colliding with another rider from Sydney. He was taken to the Homeopathic Hospital for treatment and is expected to recover with few days of rest before resuming typical duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Elaine
Avenel
Seyjovi
Homeopathic
Bonalle
Bowls Up Saturday week a pairs tunkey for spoon was held
A bowls event was set for Saturday week but delayed by lack of hands. The tournament was moved to Thursday when teams Briggs and Stewart defeated Marin and Rynell and Davine and McAllony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Briggs
Stawart
Tore
Marin
Rynell
Davine
Racing Ab the Albury sc wacelek's Tey ianni ng on Saturday Konforn
Racing summary for Albury meeting notes Maiden Plate winner Tey ianni ng, with Wigtiy Handles two abysters Sileurstrout and dackersek in contention. Future world features Marrytoen Polly Grown Shluty Welj Ma Scotch Way placed. Welter Handicap saw Aklylus Doublestitel form, Lady Boonilly and Trafonds among finishers. Caulfied meeting highlighted Hurdle won by Slurty Rivnenook with Mu tiga winning Two-year-old Race. St Kilda Ons race went to Hail a Uilass with Lavendo. Appeal lodged by EH Peterson and L Delo over disciplinary decision at meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albury Sc
Wacelek
Tey Ianning
Konforn
Bor
Wigtiy
Sileurstrout
Dackersek
Worl
Marrytoen
Polly Grown
Shluty Welj Ma
Scotch Way
Scotch Way Tilled the Places To Im Tris Shaki, Nyctahlien
Aklylus
Doublestitel
EH. Peterson
Horsa
L. Delo
Assassi An
Bachyaurtiy
Fanony Greyhounds Shine In Historic Benalla Stake
A vivid account describes the Dog Fancy event at Benalla in June 1803 featuring Fanony Greyhounds. Blackbird, though raced to near glory, died after a public auction bid failed, leaving a single successful progeny and a noted Waterloo Cup lineage. The piece highlights the dramatic opening push, the rival Blackbird versus Glorious course, and the historic photograph presented by the NCO secretary Je Maguire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Famony Grey Howndo
Mx Forbes Weltas
N.C.O
Je Maguire
Benalla
J. G. Benner
Faniar
Bare
Breka
Puse
Jong Telat
Ainint
Ch Polote
Tom Chadwick
Bloomer
Shin Bisdoo
Rooty Fmi
New South Wales
Blickbird
Meera Kelly Bros
Preston
Victoria
Blackbird
Waterhon
A. F. Pearton
N.C.C
Walt
Price of rabbits fixed amid federal price plan
The public notices discuss government actions on rabbit prices in metropolitan areas of New South Wales and Victoria, outlining a fixed cost per pair and the government’s authority to regulate supplies. It notes the plan to ease restrictions after evaluating the market and warns against illicit sales and speculative behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viewuely
New South Wali
South Austerlis
Voneanis Ag
Widespread War News And Local Strikes Affect Victoria
Readable reports detail political moves by Prime Minister and Ballarat campaigns with Leemt Colonel Bolton候. Industrial strikes threaten iron works closures. union motions demand independent tribunal. Transport and trade updates include price rises, mine dispatches, and river freight concerns. A mix of accidents, court cases, and public notices round out a period of social tension in Victoria and nearby regions.
Unclear OCR Product Listing With Garbled Brands
Fragmented text presents a garbled catalog style with mentions of clothing and drapery items, rings, prints, suits, and sewing machinery. Names and places are largely unreadable, suggesting a historical advertisement page with numerous misspellings and corrupted words.
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Paraion
O'Tools
Bonally Deanath Club
Fire Brigade
O'Poole
Treyanowan
Me. Patton
Haine
Hom
Beral Armobstion
Albury
Patton
Avery Federal
Onemenhind
Be J. Mason
Filrfield Park
Fisnson Suathy
St. Elyin's
Mint Findley
Bonalla Button
Thomas
Perday
Joba Schier
Son
Joba Soller
Dalgety and Co
Go- Teenment
Jordan
John Sehler
Gox
Cosmes Acaiser
Tae Pxuts
Mista
House of Representatives Oo
Parker Moloney
Pelme
Wilson
Tasmanis
Seustor Reidy
Business Cruasoe
JR. Bleanorhassett
H.T. Gregerson
Bleanerhassett Halle
Blennerhsseeth
Blennerhasvett
Blennerhsesetis
Blin
West Wyolk
Corman Army
Asia
Van
Revren
Macedonia
Rarren
Reuter
Absord Quatrans
Veronne
Wareness
Atrew
Avetona
Roye
Noyou
Sts
Chaulnes
Rayat
Private Bilham
Czar
His Majesty
Hu Gear Law Abdterturt
Michael Haa Hex
Moscow
Wer
Matilieson
Obalimio Benalla Water Trust
Han
Savile
Aileeere
Howe
Belgalw
Prine Ministy
Ballarat
Bolton
Victuris
Wetrepellean
Federat Wnthutlloa
Beltieh
Gounel 19
Aldinee
Jong
Huetfordshire
Smd Coe Actiouely
Victoriay Failwaye Union
Fur Tha
Appilesuts
Ayrshire
Marwitlucuyty
Bamuel Bailyworald
Tle Armadale Bayly Church
Toland
Hastings Cluvienl
Suiesioy
Bmiov
Mini
Avricultury
Wbslur
Sailway
Muislor
North Bank
Mombarn
Hides
Savary
Rowneman
Cronk
Chogua
Bank of Na
Hondiga
Tawangahtre Toounell
Whitiam Davidcot
Burwood
Wiggen
Leo
Kelward Contalty
Usder
Tolbere
Apindonan Fiwni Iim Klin
Giormnan
Snl
Bard
W. Willers
Baril Mover
Hiife
Tina Hucing
Clinton
John Clark Nunn Streu
Daley
Ovary
City Pilosin
Leon
Salwayn
Ator
Pactam
Wen
Alwaye
L Hanlown Loilumr
Utvertorke Hone Halh
Hs Folotowe Petlnar Spetsrne Optical
Loatteng
la Noethnen
Tinala
Phidevlnelogy
Prototis
South Australo
Ant Way
Pauls Indivadmal Om
Brigcg
Smith, Palnter & Paperhanthe
Weuur Street
Benslla West
Alberdlery
OsTiMatkes
Shvrna
E. Ryan
Benalla West
Mons
Eto
Garton
Fengy Tae
Reid
Baden Na
Wheelume
Wintow
Hote
Liorberrs
Ankas
Samson Mizar
Comer Qur
Sprolss
Mellanurnin Voices
Apa Tag
Anetra Real Med
Manarem Sentend Sewing Machine
Arran
Buaving
Meruaunite
Agen
Sommerer,” Rvaste Obahe
Udo Sygilig
Owen
Taales Holder
Haworth
Henalla
Milar
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