Front quiet with fewer wounded as winter aids recon in Europe
Official reports note little fighting at the front and a drop in casualties, with many wounded in hospitals including Indians suffering from front bites. Winter weather helps Allied aviators recon between Dixmude and Ypres, aiding progress. Berlin says Varennes was evacuated under a plan, buildings blown. Reports also say sapping in Argonne and slight advance near Werennes.
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Dixmude
Ypres
Berlin
Varennes
Turkish hostages warned after Pearce arrest
In Constantinople on December 6, Bir Edwin Pearce was arrested amid threats of reprisals. An official warning states two Turkish emissaries arrested at Port Said must be telegraphed forthwith or British nationals will be seized as hostages. The report notes heightened tensions and potential measures against British subjects.
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Constantinople
Edwin Pearce
Port Said
Servians deny move from Nish to Mitrovitnua
London December 7 denial from Servian Government that they are withdrawing from Nish to Mitrovitnua. Official reports say Servians hold strong positions in the Kraguoe vats mountains and have repulsed Austrian forces, capturing two generals, 240 men, and four complete batteries.
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London
Nish
Mitrovitnua
SBE
Kraguoevats
Emden Sunk After Repeated Visits To Cocos Island
The Emden made two calls at Cocos Island. On the first visit she was mistaken for a British vessel. On the second, with three funnels, a landing party raised suspicion and prompted a wireless warning. The warship Sydney arrived fifty miles off and sank the German raider. In London, Saffron Hill residents waved the Italian flag amid tensions with Britain.
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Cocos Island
Sydney
Hungary seeks German troops to defend against Russian threat
Hungary complains that the plains are exposed to Russian attack and officially asks Germany to send two or three army corps to assist in defense. Relations between Austria and Hungary are described as less cordial than before.
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Hungary
Germany
Austria
Warship Stranded on Californian Coast
A four funnel warship is stranded on the Californian coast amid rough weather. Lifeboats stand by as authorities determine the vessel's nationality, which remains unascertained at this time.
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Vancouver
Montenegro King seeks aid after army losses
King Nicholas of Montenegro says a third of the Montenegrin army fell in battle and his finances are exhausted. He appeals for help in money and in kind.
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Nicholae
Montenegro
Battlefeld
Submarine exploits fail to sway American navals on battleship supremacy
American naval experts, citing a Navy policy statement, argue that while German U boats show daring and defensive value, they cannot decisively alter naval wars. The Navy emphasizes battleships remain the decisive factor in strength and future strategy.
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Secretary of the Navy
Hna
America
Closure of Worsley Mill Ends Era in Milling Town
The Worsley milling town faces closure as the big mill shuts at 2 30 p m last Friday cutting a funeral note for the community. War reduces employment prospects though some men will be placed at Marrinup and other mills after Christmas. Cottages remain rent free for married workers while dismantling and spot mills keep some timber trade alive. passengers on UK railways reach 1 228 516 000 last year.
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Worsley
Marrinup
Notable Visitor Compares Small Pox Fight in Bunbury
Dr. Oumpsion of the Federal Health Department visited Bunbury to review quarantine grounds and an isolation ward. Dr. Cumpston praised Bunbury’s safeguards, noting public and health officials' cooperation averted serious danger after a Kirupp attack scare. A report will follow detailing suggested quarantine and isolation reforms.
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Oumpsion
Federal Health Department
Bunbury
Joel
Cumpston
Kirupp
Ti Ia
Genewal
Family reunion noted at Busselton residence
The day featured four generations of the Mewitt family at Busselton with Mrs Sarah Mewitt elder to Mr Robert Mewitt and Mrs Vernon Roberts of Capal. Visitors to the Busselton Show included Mr and Mrs Chas Young of the Warren, marking 25 years since Mrs Young last visited the Vasse. Councillor Rydings urged keeping state funds in WA amid a coal payment of £6000 to Newcastle. The Tourist Department moved to the Attorney General. Bunbury contingent led by Light Horse volunteers Jenour advanced. praise followed on leave. Nurse Brown hospitalized with pneumonia. congratulations to Chaos W. Sarowden on a daughter. Mr Harry Rose injured in cricket incident and discharged home. Mrs E A Zollner will miss bar Thursday.
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Sarah Mewitt
Vernon Roberts
Capal
Warren
Busselton Show
Chas, Young
The
Swimming Carnival Sparks Bunbury Wins Points
The Sunday carnival between Collie and Bunbury clubs drew about 300 spectators. Bunbury won the team race after a false start by Collie, while M Michelsen of Bunbury took the 50 yard Open in a tight finish. Collie dominated open heats but fell in finals with Bunbury ultimately victorious. The event featured diving by Gee Tobitt and music by the Collie Band amid calls for shaded seating and better summer amenities.
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Bunbury
Gee
Tobitt
Collie
M. Michelson
North to renominate for vacant council seat after Clarke mayoral win
In a reply to a South Bunbury ratepayers request, Mr. A North announces he will nominate for the council seat left vacant by C Clarke's election as mayor. North cites his long council experience as reason to avoid an election.
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South Bunbury
Varant
C. Clarke
North
Notes-e Why Britain Rules the Waves
An Undaunted officer recounts last week's fight with German destroyers. He woke to a servant announcing sighted enemy ships and the tension of impending action. The piece mixes battle memory with wartime bravado and patriotic refrains about Kaiser and victory.
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Undaunted
Belgian fete in Bunbury to raise funds for Belgians
Tomorrow afternoon and evening a Belgian fete at Illawarra White-road Bunbury aims to raise money to aid Belgians suffering from the German attack. Visitors can buy cream and strawberries and enter draws for prizes including an Encyclopaedia, a bedspread and a Belgian flag while enjoying songs by Pierrot and Pierrette. Sixpence rides to fairyland fund the cause.
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Bunhbury G
Illawarra
White-road
Nhw
Belgium
Liege
Pierrot
Pierrette
Bunbury
Wawarra
Fairy Land
Nelson Agricultural Society Monthly Meeting Minutes
Councillors met at Rouda Board to review the balance sheet for the Show, discuss luncheon arrangements, and consider auctioning the sheep. A War Service Fund donation was noted. letters from South-West societies and invitations to the Show were read. Premier Scaddan declined attendance due to parliamentary duties. The balance showed a nett profit of £25 6s 0d. future Show preparations and judges were discussed, with emphasis on improving entry quality and securing support for next year.
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Mnet
Messie
Cullen J. W. Blehynden
Willa Walter
P. Ewing
R. E. Hughes
BR. E. Warburton
Sparkes
Davia
Scaddan
General Buss
Perth Tragedy Involving Worried Wife And Hospital Escape
A married woman named Kate, 40, from B weeks ago, fled Perth Hospital and was found dead yesterday morning in a water trough at Bulwer and Pitagerald Street. Police investigate after fears of distress and possible danger. origin of the escape and details remain unclear amid a comprehensive inquiry.
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Kate
Perth Hospital
Bulwer and
Pitagerald Street
Baker
Anja
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