American Note Demands Fair Treatment Of U S Commerce
Washington reports the United States issued a strong protest to Britain over its treatment of American cargoes. The note, presented by Mark Edward Grey, cites Britain’s refusal to distinguish contraband and accuses London of delaying shipments and detaining consignments. The U S seeks prompt evidence of contraband and a policy that protects legitimate trade while avoiding prolonging the war.
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Washington
United States
Great Britain
Mark Edward Grey
Britain
de Lntegord Salisbury
Solishuey
United
Pansulani
Balldbury
Naples
Germany
Austin
Neuralisine
Rauter
Aumertown
American President Remarks on British Neutral Trade Policy
President Wilson signals he can handle contraband issues only with fully honest muniments. He cites the embarrassment caused when shippers concealed contraband within combatant cargo such as cotton. He warns that continued suspicion remains while such cases occur.
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Britain
Wilson
Fiable to Search Cargoes in Every Shipment
Fragmentary line suggests a plan or note about making every shipment and all cargoes fiable to search, implying enhanced inspection or tracking across shipments. No clear dates, places, or entities identified.
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Earch
American Author Warns U S to Aid Britain Over Monroe Doctrine
Mr Poultney Bigelow argues the United States must join Britain in the current war to preserve the Monroe Doctrine. He warns Germany could plant its flag in South America if victorious, risking further colonial ambitions and regional expansion. He cites past British restraint and Dewey era actions to support intervention.
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Mr. Poultney Bigelow
M.A
F.R.G.S
Amelia
Germany
Britain
Amerca
Europe
Africa
Pacific
America
South America
West Indies
Mr. Bigelow
Great Britain
Admiral Dewey
Far East
United States
Philippines
W.AT.E. The W.AT.C. annual meeting and races summary
The W.AT.E. annual meeting continued with a Jumpers Flat Race at 300 wraps and a Swan Handicap of 2000 wraps. Betting favored Bundortle and Rippler, and Kelowna led early betting in the Swan Handicap with Beverage and Lord Ironvilly close behind. Other runners included Othorn, Adaluila, Golden Mead, and Milly Hilton with varied odds.
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W.at.c
Rippler
Bunderrie
Golden Mead
Murcwux
Miss Fidge
Trenville
Adaluila
Geryan
Ironvilly
New Year Day Races at Waterloo and Picnic Meeting
New Year Day event at the old racecourse gronade features clan gatherings and modern entertainment. The programme promises large fields and many picnic parties with ample transport by road and rail, including trains to Collie Bunbury and Bunbury evening services. Refreshments will be available on the grounds.
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Waterloo
Gronade
Baok
Collie
Benumelcke
Waterloo Station
Bunbury
New Year amusements at toric Theatre feature Heauty and The Barge
The toric Theatre opens the New Year with Heauty and The Barge starring Cyril Mantle and the noted Bogliak. A Wumpue Mayers picture A Day of Days appears on the programme. Saturday night changes bring Her Inet Ghanve and Righting the Wrong. Garden show if weather permits.
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Toric
Australia
Due Robert
Heauty
Bogliak
Cyril Mantle
German High Command Shifts Fleet Leadership After British Raid
Kaiser promotes Prince Henry of Prussia to command as Mimiai TMepite is sent to headquarters to reorganize the fleet following a bold British raid. The move signals a decisive shift in naval leadership.
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Mimiai
Prince Henry
Prussia
Chaplains Storie From The War Front In France
A wartime diary style account reveals soldiers’ grit and humor as British troops endure shelling and mud. Stories recount Guards and Wiltshire regiments, medical care, food, and camaraderie amid bombardment. Citations of individual courage and misfortune illustrate the human side of combat.
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France
England
Porter Narrow Escape After Train Collision
An incident reports a porter named Williams McQuade struck by an engine and thrown onto a platform. He suffered facial cuts but escaped serious injury, with bystander Harvey noting the event amid a crowded station.
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Williams McQuade
Perth
Em. Harvey
Vestley
Linvs
McQuadw
Belgian Front Sees Storm Halt Most Operations
In Belgium a violent storm disrupted front operations today except at Argonne where limited progress occurred. The communique reports repulsed enemy attacks between the Somme and Argonne and recapture of redoubt and Boisbrale after multiple counter attacks. Steadily encircling Steinbach. A violent action left ruins of a chateau northwest of Steinbach.
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Argonne
Prorena
Somme
Meuse
Help for Belgians gest
The Hague correspondent reports German forces hinder Belgian relief by restricting bread imports from Dutch bakeries at Eindhoven and increasing distribution hurdles while the American relief committee ships aid to Belgium. The note mentions the Belgian situation and German controls affecting food supplies.
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Hague
Evening News
Reiter Committee
Eyndhoven
Young Turks Consider Break With Germany Amid War Fears
The Athena correspondent for the Daily Telegraph reports Talaat Pasha leading an anti German auction of the Young Turks and acting as the mouthpiece for the Young Turks Committee. The group allegedly contemplates separating from Germany if Turkey's war prospects worsen.
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Athena
Daily Telegraph
Talaat Haw
Young Turks’ Committee
Aaya
Young ‘Turke
Germany
Turkey
Open-air Continental concert at the Baths Rotunda
A New Year Eve event features the Bunbury Band marching through Bunbury’s main street, performances at the Rotunda, local artists including Mien Obermann of Perth, on-screen pictures, children’s attractions, baths with musical accompaniments, and a prize of £2 for the ticket holder. All Bunbury residents urged to attend the Old Year’s novelty event.
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Baths Rotunda
Bunbury
Rotunda
Mien Obermann
Perth
Rudyard Kipling admirer receives war acknowledgement
Chicago Herald reports an admirer who sent Kipling war cuttings received a reply noting they fight hard and will continue but claim the sender is next in line. The correspondent underscores the wartime letter’s bold, defiant tone.
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Chicago
New York Herald
Rudyard Kipling
Haa
Blouter
Statistical Abstract Shows Population Dip and Trade Shifts
The report notes a slight population decrease in the state to 32 041 at October end, blamed on 2000 soldiers leaving for Fayot in early November. Eleven months show net decreases from emigration and military withdrawals, with public debt at £80 728 078 after sinking fund deductions. Imports and exports cover ten months to Oct 31, exports surpass imports by around 4.7 million, and per capita indebtedness exceeds £100. The State Savings Bank reports withdrawals surpassing deposits in the same period, and trade forecasts predict a decline in both production and trade amid a heavy fall in wood and mining yields.
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Suverimr
Fayot
Commonwealth
Brute Savings Bank
Saadwl
Aenren Art Miven
Tabor
Simon Wonthy
Extreme Coastal Storm Causes Roof Damage Across District
An intense gale struck at night tearing roofs and knocking out power. A later heavy rain followed by hail caused substantial property damage in the area. The storm moved inland from the coast and left the sky unsettled with lingering tensions.
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Tod
Perth
Fragmentary Memoir Raises Indian Army Recruitment Details
An unclear historical note describes recruitment practices and eligibility issues in the army around the Sepoy revolt era. It mentions a pump, a front tooth defect, and the removal of certain leaders and regulations before and during the rebellion, with scattered references to pay, arms, and duties.
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Henry Lucy
Lancashire
Subiaco Officials Tour Holiday Events at Local Hotels
Mr Hayward whose health is critical is not improving tonight. Mayor and Mr Guy of Subiaco plan a holiday burial visit, staying at the Rose Hotel. Mr and Mrs Wiggienworth of Pete visit the Ross Hotel on a war visit.
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Hayward Senc
Mew Guy
Subiaco
Bury
Rose Hotel
Wiggienworth
Pete
Ross Hotel
Unclear wartime encounter recounted with officers and signals
An account describes suspicions and a wounded British officer during a tense march. A lieutenant questions who appointed a newer commander, while a Briton and a Field Marshal figure exchange terse remarks. The scene ends with injuries and lingering uncertainty.
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Worande
Crows
Thistle
Duelin
Kim
New Tipperary
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Minever
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Netta
Anid
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Luddie
Dorie
Shem Swig
Belgium
American Relief For
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MR. Kipling
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