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Newspaper
Blackwood Times
Location
Blackwood, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1915
Page
4
The Official Press Bureau condemns Germany for gas attacks and savagery against soldiers. It cites scenes of comrades in agony and a captured officer who laughed at those poisoned, vowing exact retribution and rendering the war a battle for civilization.
At a London luncheon the first Labour Minister of Australia Mr Watson spoke on Australia’s role in the war. He stressed Australasian soldiers uphold glorious traditions, while the war is seen as Australia’s own effort and needs continued resolve until Germany is defeated. He suggested a conference of overseas leaders to share wa r eproproposals before the war ends. Watson plans a US trip soon.
A special Chronicle correspondent reports rapid Allied progress on the Gallipoli Peninsula. Turkish resistance is weakened as infantry support follows heavy shelling, with the 9th Division storming timbered ground and securing southern positions. Australians and British troops press from the south and north with naval gunfire support and daring beach landings.
A Constantinople correspondent reports Turkish alarm over Allied advances at the Dardanelles. Heavy casualties in the early battles and fear of submarine incursions into the Sea of Marmora fuel unrest. The battle cruiser Goeben undergoes repairs at Nafplion and is guarded to prevent attacks.
In Constantinople officers who urged peace and ending useless sacrifices were arrested and executed after meeting with the War Minister. The episode shows German-backed enthusiasm for a swift end to the costly campaigns and the ruthlessness of cliques resisting a peace settlement.
Bunbury Traders Association heard from W I Kaeshagen after his trip to Narrogin Williams Wagin and nearby towns. They expect strong support at the South West Conference and urge urgent action on port and railway contracts to handle harvest and wheat traffic. A German paper report on the Dardanelles and Australian defense was also noted with mixed local interest.
An analysis questions German preeminence and warns against relying on advertising. The piece argues Germany has not improved humanity, citing history in Poland Alsace Lorraine Belgium and the Balkans and disputes Germanys achievements in science art and social order. The article contrasts English and American progress with Germanys alleged failures.
An account translated from a French article portrays French Marines at Dixmude staving off a large Prussian force. It recalls their endurance without supplies, the siege conditions, and the moment when a German officer doubted they could hold out. Joffre praised the Marines as his best workers and heroes.
The piece denounces the German parliament as a sham under Kaiser's whim. It claims ministers answer to the Kaiser, calls Germany an absolute monarchy, and mocks public criticism of the Kaiser while praising German beer and sausages as superior traits of Teutons.
Indigestion and dyspepsia wear the body and brain as imperfect assimilation robs nourishment. Chamberlains Tablets stimulate digestion for complete absorption and regular bowels. Sold by J. C. James Greenbushes HL Luke Bridgetown Woon Great Peppermint Cure for roughs and colds priced 1/6.
The Cadet column reports changes with the Ares Officer Liew and the M.O.T motion for strict training. Bunbury commands 8GB C Company with 10th platoon, Collie has 1st platoon, and Bridge town and Greenbushes take 13th platoon as defaulters face prosecution. Examinations for noncommissioned officers are planned. Privates Murray and Platt are named among the fallen at the Dardanelles.
An advertisement asserts Chamberlains Cough Remedy cures colds, prevents throat and lung trouble, and can counteract pneumonia. It claims doubling doses at first signs and promises relief even after a cold settles. Sold by J. C. James in Greenbushes and Bridgetown.
Conqueror sire and Crown Prince, champion stallion Sir Percival lineage, Lord Salisbury record of wins from 1876 to 1884. Notable offspring include The Young Conqueror and Keessire Conqueror with medals in Glasgow and Edinburgh shows. Dam Beauty by Lord Lyon, gdam Heather Bell, and extensive Scottish lineage. Terms: Single Mare £2 10s, two or more mares from same owner £2 8s.
Advertises ladies costumes and coats with samples and fabrics including Gupta Upata and Navy Cloth Ut. Prices run from 4/11 to 11/6 with items listed for sale from 8/11, highlighting good value and wide selection.
A new stock of Ube and choleeas arrives in Bridgetown at Newudter Goods. The vendor claims the items are among the most reasonable prices in town, inviting customers to compare value.
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