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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 16, 1917

Page

4

Haig reports gains on front north and around Vimy Ridge

London dispatches detail Allied advances from north of the Scarpe to south of Loos. Towns and trenches near Vimy, Givenchy, Angre, and Lens cited with captured prisoners and guns. South of Arras Cambrai line, Wancourt Tower taken. thrusts east of Le Venguer and Vincourt wood noted.

London Haig Vimy Ridge Scarpe River Loos Bailleul Willerval Vimy Pet Vimy Givenchy En Chelle Angre Lens Arras-Cambrai Wancourt Tower Hindenburg Armas le Venguier Vincourt Wood

Mayor of Vienna and War Aims Amid Peace Talks

The Austrian Foreign Minister signaled a shift toward ending hostilities and pursuing peace, while Vienna clings to its limited war aims. In London, a rescue operation unfolded after a torpedo attack. Crew and rescuers worked with discipline as wounded were evacuated, with doctors and nurses praised for their composure and efficiency. The incident showed the wartime peril and the calm handling of casualties aboard distressed ships.

Vienna Sps Peniarsia Austria London Pdmckle Orpedo Avery Feecrpen

Lamghern Upssets at Cairns Race Meeting

A rural Cairns racing day featured Lamghern winning the second race at long odds after a crowded paddock and worn track near the rails. Five bookmakers posted 15/5 odds. crowds faced delays with a 5.30 p.m. train and a late finish. Results included Lamghern first in the second division, Favier and Wind’s Depart among others, with betting payouts and a wind-affected ride in the handicap events.

Worce Lamghern Parvag Go Ledsat Sy Ieee Cairns Bedil Savage Royal Actor Pest Demas Wal- Halley Comet Demas Halley C. Kidner Lee Bellman Parvati Ievenked Sidy Propstick Miss Rusk Hamisen Sheelman Ae ” Banco Gem Bird Lady Wrothane Grey Wood Favier Shellman Bird Es Diridents A Duckworth Greywing Nelson Sailor Trevor P Figgesex Zo oMien Rusk Trenny Breczaiad S. Kideer Stains Wrdiham E. Harrison Vallance A. Neilsen Greg Birg H. Moller

Swimming success at Royal Life Saving Society test

Yesterday at Freshwater a fair crowd watched the final examination of the current class with four more members passing the required test. Proficiency Certificate and Bronze Medallion recipients were O. H. Bennett and T. Phenee of Life Toe Gating, G. Littleford and J. Norbie of St. John's Gordon Club. The St. John's Gordon Club has affiliated with the Society and plans further interviews for new members.

Freshwater G. L. Littleford Ee G. Norrishon Messrs O. H. Bennett T. Phenee Cerh Littleford J. Norbie St. John's Gordon

Wealthy Mrs Strong schemes as Ethel Hale faces marriage stake

A social secretary Ethel Hale becomes entangled in Mrs Strong's plan to secure a remarriage for her husband. Detectives interrupt a dinner as Jimmy confronts Ethel about a forged dress affair and a potential divorce. In a bold confrontation, Jimmy proclaims marriage to Miss Hale while guests watch. Palace plan and prices.

Ethel Hale Ethel Mr. Strong Jimmy Mrs. Strong Strom Strong Miss Hale

Saving the Family Name and War Time Pictures Shine

A full house and general satisfaction marked Saturday as audiences enjoyed a five act drama Saving the Family Name featuring Nat McLaren and Phillips. The program included Home on Leave and Pirates of the Air plus the War War Rodger reel, with strong photography and well chosen comedies. The night promises further bracing offerings tonight and tomorrow with repeated features and supporting films.

Nat McLaren Phillips Europe Cathe Ming

Plebiscite Held in Rockhampton Linked to Mr Forde

In Rockhampton a plebiscite was held to select Labor Champton and titles on. Mr F. Mo Forde, president of the Rockhampton branch, led the voting amid strong turnout. His past role as president of the Australian Natives' Association was noted as a factor in the plebiscite.

Sre Clara Kim- Young Valerie West Lee Selznick Ad- Petes Valerie Rockhampton F. Mo Forde Forde Australian Natives’ Association

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