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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 12, 1917
Page
5
President Wilson orders arming of American ships amid calls for a special session next month. Reports from the western front indicate new progress as Britain's forces press a careful advance. enemy positions are being carried in several sectors.
Washington dispatch reports imminent fall of Bagdad and evacuation of a Turkish army corps from Persia. Concurrently President Wilson calls an extra session for April 1 to arm merchant ships, with Lansing and Attorney General advising this power.
The article analyzes Churchill's naval strategy crisis during the Dardanelles campaign. It notes his resignation, London’s War Council delays, and the lack of staff preparation. It argues political aims influenced decisions and that naval advice and Board of Admiralty input were insufficiently consulted.
German dispatches report troop movements west of Wytschach and a French assault toward Ripont with gains and counterattacks. They claim the farm remains French held, and a ridge near Maxivaros was seized from Russian positions with prisoners taken. February aerial losses: Germany 24 planes, enemy 90.
Los Angeles reports Captor Alfred Fritzen a German officer arrested over alleged plots to destroy the Welland Canal in Canada. Authorities believe a link with Dogsel Lopp exists and note Fritzen recently visited Cuba and Mexico.
London reports Turkish troops in Mesopotamia in retreat and not ready to resist. Baghdad area threatened by floods as Tigris and Euphrates valleys risk inundation. British cavalry missions aim to breach Turkish defenses while Russian forces gain ground near Hamadan. Melbourne notes urgent need for Australian labour and shipping support to help end the war. London dispatches say Irles village and nearby trenches fell with prisoners captured and limited casualties.
A London telegram reports Prime Minister Asquith warning Ireland is seething with revolutionary spirit. The dispatch cites Tory and Liberal figures, including Redmond and O Connor, trying to keep followers from joining the Linn Fenner movement and notes strain between Nationalists and Lloyd George.
A Paris communique says a frontline assault succeeded despite snow storms. German counterattacks were repelled with grenades as we seized 130 prisoners, including three officers, while the Haig forces reported raids north of Mulverghem with limited trench gains and several missing.
A fragmented report notes BM Stormers bid by Miliko to council faces an urgent March 11 deadline. The piece references a former leader and a grid of unclear details but indicates a quad denogratic lead and ongoing negotiations.
London reports Mr. Asquith will ask the government to grant a day for discussion of the Dardanelles report. A debate may be allowed, but publication of the cadence is unlikely without careful editing. chatter also touches on progress in the southeast Chaulnes area and allied actions at various points.
Brief item notes that a German raider in the Indian Ocean sustained damage during operations and that naval authorities intend to announce further details soon.
London reports list of honours awarded to Australians by foreign rulers including Montenegro and Egypt. Major General Pledge Brigadier Wisdom and several other officers receive the Order of Danil or Nile, with medals for service. Names include Beanent Lorenzo Brockman Barclay Urquhart Cook Blackman White Chasvel.
Fragmentary note mentions distance of fourteen miles from a location labeled oners and references a gun. No clear event or person identified.
A fragmented London report notes a government gift related to an anti-submarine campaign. The text is garbled, but mentions officials and a correspondent’s observation of ongoing wartime support and strategic measures.
London letter from Mr Lloyd George urges farmers to use weeks to the utmost. He promises decisive action to defeat the enemy and protect the Prussian threat. Reported death of Count Zeppelin noted amid pace of war updates.
Paris reports successful advance in World War I stalwart action. French forces entered and wrecked enemy trenches south of Maisons de Champagne, repelled counterattacks, captured trenches north of Bure Mesnil, and took 170 prisoners as the sector saw heavy fighting.
In Amsterdam on March 11 Socialist Kofer warned of rising personal distress reports due to hunger. He claimed parents are demented from food shortages and children are harmed, blaming riots while noting authorities keep army first with food stocks preserved for military use.
London reports French forces hold equanimity over German captures in mid February while Champagne operations continue. Snow covers the ground and fog limits visibility but the attack advances on schedule with methodical bombardment and steady infantry progress. Several trenches and posts were retaken.
A Mesopotamian communique reports ambushes and cavalry movements as forces claim to have outflanked their opponents in a troubled theater. Readings mention a1 date and London dispatches detailing military actions and engagements.
A Boland's Ltd advertisement lists a wide range of ladies and infants hosiery including plain black cotton hose, ribbed black cotton hose, cashmere hose in black and white, lace cashmere hose, lisle hose, tan hose and white lace lisle hose, with various sizes and price notations. Also features infant white silk stockings and plain black coron socks among offerings.
Catalog style listing of cashmere and lace hose for women in multiple colors including Black White Tan and Blue with numerous size notations and stock references. Indicates items like White Lace Cashmere Hose and Cashmere I Hose with varied sizing formats.
Boland's Dean of the Legislative Council chaired a meeting presided by Sir J Taverner. A resolution urged the Commonwealth Government to enable Australians in the Imperial Army and Navy munition workers and civilian war workers in Britain to vote before elections. Speakers said 250 Australians worked on minesweepers four served in the Imperial army and one thousand CUESTON workers.
Vancouver dispatch states on March 11 that the British Government is negotiating to buy the engine 1g17 crop beyond Canada’s own requirements as part of wartime supply efforts.
New York dispatch from El Vaso says Carranza’s hold is threatened as German interests suspect he informed President Weiser about Zamoefivann’s note. The report cites German belief that Carranza provided information, signaling heightened tension in Mexican politics.
A German communiqué reports repulsed Allied attacks near Lawn court south of Crapeaumenil. French officers detail changes in positions westward and multiple port actions. Prisoners and casualties acknowledged, with reference to Magyaros prisoners and disrupted operations.
A March communique reports enemy forces penetrated west of Jastaynavers but were thrown out. The brief clash underscores ongoing fighting and local defense efforts without detailing casualties or broader strategic impact.
Copy reads a fragmented wartime note from the Daly Telegraph Copenhagen correspondent claiming Americans are sent to Tartary. Text is garbled and unreadable in key details, with uncertain locations and terms.
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