Rasputin letters reveal German plotting and war aims
The document fragment cites Rasputin receiving Berlin instructions on halting Pripet offensives, destroying munitions, and supporting Central Powers. It mentions assassinations, German agents in Petrograd, and orders for arms, with dire warnings about pacifist ideals and a call to mobilize for France against a German menace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rasputin
Berlin
England
Finland
Yuri Lvov
M. Cheidze
Wilhelm
Prussia
Germany
Sturner
Asquith
Vologda
Bologoye
Sturmer
Pripet
Brusiloff
Marder
Korniloff
Kitchener
Molfelta
Fetrograd
Kerensky
Kurl Johnke
Frank Sfort Institute
Petrograd
Kazan
Kharkov
Odessa
Jon Lashings
France
Half-Sick and Half-Wall Remedy Ad Cites NUJOL
An ad describes chronic constipation as cause of fatigue and illness and promotes NUJOL, a non absorptive lubricant from Standard Oil (New Jersey). It claims the product relieves symptoms without griping or digestive interference and is sold by chemists and stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Oil Company
New Jersey
U.S.A
Australia Saved By Old Soldier on Defence Act Reforms
A draft proposal outlines Labour backed amendments to the Defence Act. It covers universal training penalties, no wage deduction for camp time, overtime for extended drills, and court provisions. It also calls for unified ranks, civilian court appeals, public court-martial proceedings, and broad restrictions on conscription and discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winvins
Kaiser
Unione
Australia
Doans Backache Kidney Pills Endorsement From Bunbury Reader
Mrs. C. Smith of Molloy Street Bunbury recounts severe kidney pain and backache, stating five bottles of Doan's Backache Kidney Pills restored her health and energy. Advertises Doan's at 2/9 per bottle with six for 15/3, via Foster-McClellan Co. 313 Murray Street Perth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Australia
Dean
C. Smith
Molloy St
Bunbury
Doan
Foster-McClellan Co
Murray Street
Perth
Doan’s
Yarloop Notes and Harvest Ball at Woodpark Pav
A detailed report of Yarloop events describes a lively gathering at Woodpark Pav to celebrate Herbert Bevis’s arrival, with guests such as the Balls and Marriott families attending a grand dinner and toast. The piece notes dancing, music by local players, and cordial hospitality, along with a separate Red Cross fundraising entertainment featuring sketches Dabbling in Destiny and Cherry Bownce that raised about £20 for the branch. Donations in kind from local residents are listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnes O'Conner
Feokou
Doolin Rennelly
Koy Westwared
Ming
Iis
Meganvinl
Novwit
Boavil
Souretany Watertsie Tinwkeepur
Lady Trims
Herbert
Bevis
Altor
Che
Ball
D. Marriott
Il. Black
Bastcott
Max
Miss Barraclough
Hyland
Lichberg
E. Gillard
B. Woodcock
L Landsdell
B. Sibert
Storer
W. Archibald
Herb
Hates Gilland
Mlc
Bryat
Red Cross
Priday
Destiny
Cherry Bownce
Gregory Wayback
Miss Johns
Miss Flash
Wdith Johnston
Christabel St Ledger
Kate Smith
Wayback
James Hogue
Vity Swell
Beryl Sibert
Ian Darper
Paradise
Prank Archiball
Red Cross Society
Father Daddy
Bent
The
Rew Kenneth
Re Cattach
Mes Gattach
W. J. Bastcott
T Murdock
Miss Flo Elton Transferred From State School To Harvey
Picton Note from Our Correspondent reports Miss Flo Elton of the State School has been transferred to Harvey this past week. She was beloved in Picton and Glen Iris, where she engaged parents and pupils, and led the Picton Sports Club. A wristlet watch and a Scottish songs book were given as thanks. Teachers, parents and children wish her success in her new posting. The State School pupils are knitting for the front and sending items to the Trench Comforts Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flo Elton
Harvey
Picton
Glen Iris
Trench Comforts’ Committee
Refreshment Room Leases Attract High Annual Rents
The five year leases on railway refreshment rooms yield striking annual rentals. Perth owner H Gorman pays £2098 4s for Perth with other rates including Boyanup £319 16s and Brunswick Junction £494, Kirup £130, Picton Junction £320 5s 1d, and additional £886 12s for US Gorman. The article notes stiff charges and mentions waiving some penalties for lessees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
H. Gonnan
Boyanup
G. Gorman
Brunswick Junction
E. S. Kelly
Kirup
J. Martin
Picton Junction
M Wimbridge
US Gorman
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Lipton
Fed Label
Lipton's
Liptons
Duncan, Preston & CO
Fremantle
Deas
Samuel's
the Big Tailors
William and Murray
Crome Pocke
Deg
Samuel
Adamax
W.A
Wyndham Freezing Works
New South Wales Department of Public Works
Victorian Railways
William Adams & Co., Ltd
King Street
J. M. Seward & CO
Perta
Hatch
James Street
Kelling
Killarmey Estate
Hassen & CO
St. George's Terrace
Eka Ie
Lea Boys
W. Zimpel
Hay Street
Furniture Manufactur
Wma
Regree
Woods
Labour Conference
Flem Foundation
Yarloop
Picton Notas
Macfarlane
Capel
Clarke’s Stores
Clarke’s
Automoba
Narrogin Trading & Agency Go. Ltd
Besyony
Natmoots
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