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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1918
Page
5
A French communique dated June 21 states detachments penetrated enemy lines between Mondidier and the Oise and near Chaume Wood, taking prisoners. The dispatch accompanies reports of bitter Italian front fighting, grave Austrian food shortages, and serious riots in Vienna as Austria nears defeat, with mentions of Mr. Balfour's speech.
Montreal report from June 21 cites The New York World's correspondent describing Prince Rupprecht's division preparing for a major offensive. The scene notes heavy enemy air activity near Arras and uncertainty over whether the attack will target the French, the British, or both along the front.
London reports an Italian communique says the battle from Montello to the northward front remains bitter and continuous. Around Montallo the Austrians withdrew after Italian pressure, with 1,226 prisoners and many machine guns captured. The Playa Auctu line sees fierce fighting as enemy troops push ground near Yinon before Italian reinforcements forced a retreat.
Reports from Amsterdam and Zurich describe grave Austrian food troubles with Vienna facing outbreaks. Martial law is likely, bread ration cuts trigger near general strikes as laborers rally. Riots on June 19 provoke pillaging and attacks on the Hofburg and Premier's residence as cavalry move into the city.
Vancouver dispatch reports Patin stating Austria cannot avert a disastrous defeat by Italy. The message cites enormous Austrian losses and notes London dispatches claiming Caposile has been recaptured by Italian forces.
De Balfour told the House that Germany never agreed to give up Belgium or restore its independence. He rejected the notion that treaties block peace and said the Allies were ready to hear reasonable suggestions.
The ladies committee for the Y M C A ball seeks cake or fruit donations for the supper, left at the Y M C A committee room or the Lyric Theatre. Rev G B Wheatley will preach at Augustine Church next Sunday June 23 in both services, with the Sunday School reopening at 2 45 pm. A social sale of work will be held in the charitable hall July 10. Cadets prepare for matches at 1 30 pm today. final selections after Sunday morning practice. Motorist notice: Ben Matthews, once at Pier Street Perth, will relocate to new premises near the Masonic Temple in Hay Street. Bon Marche event at Bedford Hall, euchre tournament prizes won by Miss Mackwell and Mr Bell, with prizes donated back to aid the fund and supper served.
A Banbury Perth passenger train was delayed about 80 minutes due to engine failure. A relieving engine was dispatched from Banbury. Banbury residents will see a Copper Trail through streets to Prince and beyond, with women handing out coppers to encourage donations and shopkeepers urged to give change. Diphtheria controls have eased, allowing children back to churches and libraries as cases drop. A gruesome skeleton was found while cutting a sand hill on Wellington Street, likely a long-buried white woman. YMCA meeting adjourned as Mr. Virgo was delayed five hours by mud between Darkan and Collie. he plans to address audiences in Lyric Theatre and Donnybrook. Gastronic ad urges Mrs Lee's pies at the old address next door, promising tasty "sata."
Bunbury Municipal Council meets with the Mayor J G Baldock presiding and officials present to review steps on temporary school closure due to diphtheria, inspect health hazards in backyards, discuss coal export efforts, and consider repatriation land leasing. Wages for health board workers and a proposed Soldiers' Institute are examined, with road, drainage, and electrical projects reviewed alongside sinking fund comparisons and staff attendance issues.
Mrs and Miss Cooper arrived from their station near Meekathara on Monday visiting Mrs Percy Rose at Moorlands. Mr J Carrol and Mr Harry Rose Butchup plan Great Western Easter States trip. Barbara Sparkes holidaying at White Rocks Brunswick guest of Mrs Partridge. Julian Brooking and family returned to Perth after two weeks with us. The Rey and Mrs Davis-More depart for a Perth holiday. Lieut Ernest Foss killed in action, last of three brothers. Bunbury offers sympathy. Mrs Herbert Johnston’s son returned from Preston. Miss Birch and Miss Harcour leaving for Queensland after aiding the Church of England Grammar School. Mrs R Thomas of Capel hopes to return next week. Miss Capill sick. broad cold and complications.
The Red Triangle afternoon at Bunbury Golf Club raised funds for the Y.M.G.A War Funds with about forty to fifty attendees. £2 10s was donated, plus car owner gifts, and mixed events plus a three hole contest highlighted the day. Mrs Peter Williams won the three hole event, and Mrs Owen beat rivals in a playoff to win William’s trophy amid a list of local attendees. A wartime note from Captain Bustane Cohen RE included golf talk and course improvements, with no competition next Saturday due to Y.M.C.A. fixtures.
A war era notice apologizes to Nurse O Connors of Yarloop for a misprinted paragraph that suggested she was involved in a case. The editors state the phrasing falsely tied her to the charges and assure readers her name was not intended to imply any connection.
Australiaarto Bunbury reports another name in the citys war roll Lieut Percy Blythe son of Mr and Mrs Blythe Albert Road was killed in action after service in Egypt and France He won the Military Medal for conspicuous bravery in the Pozieres battle He leaves a widow with no children and his family notes many relatives have enlisted and paid the debt with several wounded or serving abroad
Harvey footballers visited Yarloop and won 5 goals 5 points to 4 goals 1 point in a lively game. Standouts for Harvey were Rivy Paull Hurley Bignell J Hurley Bilis and Sands, while Archibald Beavis Barraclough Hamilton and Illard shone for Yarloop. A return match is set for Harvey next Sunday the 24th. Concerns were also voiced about Miss Marshall's ankle injury requiring Perth medical care and Miss Stewart's return from Banbury. The Harvey packing shed reopening by the cooperative was noted along with the community’s sympathy for Mrs Dads and Mos Dodily’s passing.
In 1851 John Beannite Walsh Wade, last Cook voyage survivor, aged about 53, served in 42 naval actions and wounded 21 times yet received no pension due to a Mutiny of the Nore involvement. Asia held New York to Liverpool record 16 days 4 hours. now 4 days 10 hours 41 minutes. New York population mid-19th century about 760,900, now over seven million. Britain launched 197,274 tons of new shipping in May, 85,741 tons more than April. Ships handed over within 96 days. West Durfee launched in 64 days after keel. Canoga freight-ready in 93 days, now 84. Billy Hughes linked to shipbuilding speed. Earl Reading at National Conference notes 13,000,000 carried overseas by Britain with 3,500 losses and 550 hospital-ship losses. London reports L and O Company buying Falmouth dry docks to extend base.
We report a sale at Brunswick on the 19th with a fair Perth district turnout despite wet weather. About 70 cattle, 220 sheep and 1 horse were yarded. all sold at satisfactory prices except Gnewes. Cattle included cows with calves, springers, steers and yearlings, with prices ranging from £4 to £13 10s. Sheep were crossbred ewes from Border Leicester and Romney Marsh flocks with prices listed.
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