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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 14, 1917
Page
5
Reports from Rome and Zurich describe unrest in Lepem and movements toward Kerne as European powers seek negotiations. A Swiss traveler continues a journey south east of Serre as Allied forces push at Duna and Kiselin while a Russian wireless message claims Moscow holds firm and presses forward.
The piece notes Germany will not halt its ruthless U boat campaign but directs submarine commanders to avoid provoking the United States and other neutrals when possible. It discusses detentions caused by alarmist German dispatches and suggests Berlin’s moves aim to pressure Washington rather than seek genuine compromise.
Berlin telegraphs report Germany pressed Mr Gerard to sign a treaty allowing German ships to leave American ports and warned of holding American correspondents as hostages. Gerard refused, saying Americans would view detention as casus belli. Germany then granted reporters only four hours to depart as tension rose over possible war.
The State Department reports Germany seeks negotiation if the blockade against England remains, but the United States will discuss only if Germany withdraws its January 3 proclamation and renews its May assurances, abandoning submarine warfare against neutrals.
Copenhagen reports a coal famine with strict austerity and halted gas and electricity supplies in several cities. Norway faces similar strain while Spitzbergen mine shipments, totaling two million tons, are expected to arrive in spring.
Italian command reports successful operations with enemy attacks repelled and Voie sgivers lines reestablished eastward toward Goria. Our forces captured prisoners and inflicted serious losses in the engagement.
Paris reports small Allied gains including two camps de main in Argonne and the Hill Jag sector where prisoners were captured An enemy aeroplane was shot down The French air squadron bombed railway stations at Venay Dun-sur-Meese and Athies.
The Budapest paper says negotiations continue between emma and Washington to settle a naval issue in the Mediterranean with submarines. Berlin is inclined to make slight concessions in that direction.
A wireless German official says English forces evacuated Armentieres and La Bassée canal area while Germans claim fighting continues near Armentieres and La Bassée in the region.
The Messagera reports an Austro-Italian clash began at 3 am on a two kilometre front between San Marco and Santa Catarina. Italian defenders retreated then counterattacked with bayonets, driving most Austrians from the trenches. Intense hand to hand fighting persisted until dawn with Austrian use of picked troops and relatively light Italian losses.
London report cites a German party member stating the people seek peace at almost any price amid renewed submarine threats. Berlin circles expect war to continue, with pessimism about an Entente collapse. Haig says British advances near Beaucourt and Puisieux Ridge gained ground, while fights southwest of Armentieres, Neuville, and Saint Aast report heavy shellfire and trench activity.
The Greek steamship Vasilusea of 1400 tons has been sunk and its crew have been landed. The incident prompts consideration of a protest by Tino regarding the loss and handling of the vessel and sailors.
In the House of Commons Mr Hope said the government had repeatedly urged Turkey to permit American representatives to view the prisoners camps. Access conditions are said to be fairly satisfactory, though other conditions are deplorable and efforts will continue.
Copenhagen reports the Scandinavian Government agrees to a joint reply to Germany over the submarine blockade. The protest argues the blockade violates international law and seeks a firm, united position from the region.
Report from Amsterdam dated February 13 notes American journalists with Mr. Ireland from Germany. The Lokal Anzeiger accuses Mr Gerard of unfairly presenting Germany's difficulties to America and claims better German Entente ties would have prevented the break in relations. A line about a railway tender appears briefly in Berane.
The Kolische Zeitung pictures heavy woe if enemy forces push the German back and fears hordes of Australians and Canadians could breach barriers and flood German lands amid the war.
Fragmented report notes the British steamer Lycia 3715 sunk with unclear details and references to a February date. The text also mentions the British steamer Netherica and commentary on trade and church affairs, but specifics are indeterminate due to OCR errors.
Melbourne reports Prime Minister Poynton urges Australians to subscribe to the fourth Commonwealth War Loan. Those who act today receive favorable treatment on bonuses, while late subscribers face stricter terms. He likens small contributions to a silver bullet aiding the war effort and stresses patriotism and collective strength in funding troops and munitions.
A Brisbane Daily Mail letter by Bell Townsvill e condemns white grocers to serve as the majority and accuses Chinese traders of market dominance. It argues government policy favors cattle stations over local footing for white workers, and laments policies as Labour Socialist. The writer calls for action to balance industry and settlement in Queensland.
A WWI era appeal echoes from Australia urging support for the war effort. Lloyd George’s call for Every man Every pound and united effort is cited as essential to victory. The piece warns Britain and Australia face Prussian militarism and stresses need for more men.
A letter from Municipal Reforms "Blowfly" urges Cairns new Mayor Donaldson to tackle external town conditions. He cites tall grass and wet, muddy sidewalks, calls for improved cleanliness and warns against horses roaming at night harming pedestrians. He praises ex Alderman Moody as a good scavenger but condemns horse nuisance.
In Brisbane the Legislative Council received word that the Assembly declared the Chillagoe and Etheridge Railway Purchase Bill lost. The Select Committee advised against proceeding with the Chillagoe line purchase, favoring delaying and cheaper options. The council also tightened amendments to the Hospitals, Rabbits, and Coal Mines bills, with debates over Sugar Cane prices and Downer amendments.
In Brisbane the Legislative Assembly and Council clashed over the Sugar Cane Prices Act Amendment Bill with talks planned for a free conference to reach mutual terms. Council representatives Fowles Stephens and Neilsen named. Assembly managers Lennon Forgan Smyth and Ryan appointed to lead talks. Other committee discussions covered Returned Soldiers' Settlement Bill, land compensation and income tax measures, with debates on interest rates and tax burdens.
A parliamentary caucus deputation urged the Premier to seek a higher price for raw sugar from the Commonwealth due to wage increases under the Dickson Award. They noted no agreement with Federal authorities on the next crop and urged a full review ahead of the 1917 season while a conference with growers and the Commonwealth was planned. The Premier agreed to explore options and keep action in conference with the Commonwealth.
Widespread rains in the south worsen floods as reports from Talwood Tooeleah and Tooleah indicate rising water and rail damage. The Moonie River level falls but remains over rails. Ballo River over rails. Mount Mulligan line scoured. St George water under bridge decking. mails delayed. passengers stranded at Talwood after train departures.
Melbourne February 13 Mr Cook urges removal of production restrictions to aid economy He calls for urgent fiscal restraint in governing departments and non urgent works He condemns tax multiplication beyond war needs and seeks a definite reduction effort to curb expenditures from 23 to 32 million pounds.
The Innisfail school committee announces appointees including Ferguson, Franklin, Williams, Bromball, Jodrell and Pedy. J Bromball serves as overseer for negotiating district concrete pipe procurement. The item appears in the Northern Herald weekly news edition.
General Superintendent of the Bureau of Sugar Experiment Stations reports mulls in the Lower Burdekin district are unprofitable due to low sugar content. Surplus water floods lower lands replenishing underground irrigation supplies. Plant growth is vigorous with expected cane crop gains, while planting slows. Experiment plots, including Mr James Mackersie’s Ayr farm, show promising varieties under local conditions.
Macka Co will be in Gordonvale on Thursday for a sale event featuring watches and jewellery. The regime will be at once the 15th and 26th with a fee and choice selection available.
Allotments of land in Cairns suitable for hotels in Bowen. Several farms and sugar land on the Atherton Tableland with improvements and dairy land at Keranda. Prices from ft per acre upwards with some at 14 per acre. Also sewing machines or 16/ per ton offered.
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