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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1914
Page
1
A restrained censorship leaves French fronts quiet for two days with little news. The article notes cryptic England speech on Kitchener, rising Australian forces, and rain and Galicia cleanup hindering Russian moves as readers await clearer, stronger dispatches.
Reports from the front describe heavy fighting in the north east with the Allied right achieving some success and German forces attempting a retreat across the Meuse. The Crown Prince's army north of Verdun figures as a key element, with Allied efforts to envelop and pin back German units on the northern French front.
The report says German fire lines draw back to France as Russia and Prussia shift troops. Berlin faces panic over troop shortages and the need for seasoned units beyond reserves. Reports claim forces move from Liege toward France amid ongoing pressure.
An urgent bulletin from the Herald Office states that any important cables received via the Blab tuyadgy or Sundar will be posted as NSHIAL immediately.
London dispatch reports a fresh Allied army arriving in France with a secret position. The force opposes the German right wing and reportedly pushes them into retreat along a battle front exceeding 100 miles near the Aisne. An earlier report mentioned a 70,000 strong British force moving toward the northern frontier.
The dispatch notes German cities including Cologne Düsseldorf Wesel and Duisburg strengthening fortifications amid acute distress. A Munich merchant reports state distress prevailing in southern Germany as news of disaster reaches Copenhagen from Berlin.
Lord Kitchener told the House of Lords that the war would be long. He said Britain had six infantry divisions and two cavalry divisions in the field, kept at full strength by steady reinforcements. He noted reports of 300,000 British troops in France amidst other scorched lines.
A German officer near Malines reports firing on a Prussian regiment he mistook for French infantry. He also notes that two German battalions near the frontier mistook each other for French and killed each other to the last man.
Britain seized 87 476 tons and Germany seized 175 941 tons of ships from the Ailiew. The Ailiew fleet totals 855 852 tons and accounts for 35 percent of German merchant vessels.
The Government advances a certain percentage of the value against tin produced in the State. This measure will significantly help Greenbushes.
At the outbreak of the war ammunition for rifle clubs was restricted but on the Rifle Association request the order is cancelled. Ammunition will be used as requested and many new rifle clubs will now be established.
Enthusiasm in recruitment across Australia boosts the Australian Expeditionary Force to 35 000 men as the second contingents proceed.
A group of 570 men from the metropolitan area has entered camp as part of the Second Australian Expeditionary Force reinforcements. Headquarters announced that the reinforcement would depart for Melbourne soon, with steamer date and time to be announced later.
Letter from London dated Aug 8 describes looming mobilization and conscription as Europe bleeds from six or seven nations. The author recounts rapid train mobilizations from Interlaken to Berne and Portarlier, packing soldiers and civilians alike, with scenes of haste, fear, and farewell as trains head toward Paris and the frontier.
A traveler recounts a chaotic Paris taxi ride and a hurried exit as Germany’s threat looms. He describes British and French authorities, consular aid, and crowds reacting to wartime tension, noting French reservists, anxious publics, and hopeful early forecasts of a swift conclusion.
The Premier announced emergency aid pending Parliament. Stores will supply necessities to farmers in hardship and feed support for horses. Lands Minister, with the Agricultural Bank manager and Commissioner, will draft a long term plan to aid farmers through the harvest and sowing period, including clearing work to curb unemployment.
The Labour Party convened in Cairns to reveal the new cabinet with Fisher as Prime Minister and Treasurer, Hughes as Attorney General, Pearce as Defence, Tudor for Customs, Spence as Postmaster General, Gardiner as Vice-President, and other ministers including Mahon Jensen and Russell. A separate note mentions Woods Peppermint Cure as a cough remedy and the Marco trawler, the largest in the world, about to be fitted out with 46 4 ton gear and a crew of 48.
The Prize Committee delayed final orders on the ships Thiringen and others at Perth. Cargo from ships in harbour was expected to be unloaded at once, with Bunbury consignor to secure delivery next week.
The skin and hide market will be reopened due to renewed demand. Settlers and speculators are watching as buyers prepare to enter the market.
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