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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 19, 1917
Page
3
March dispatches from New York Rome and London discuss the approaching war with Germany. Gerard warns of United States unpreparedness and German strength while Somme and Allied leaders stress resolve and continued fighting. Dublin rumors of a Patrick's Day warning are denied, and Paris notes British grip and German threats around the front.
Maretsi Iri stated that hostile airships tracked the south coast and dropped bombs in open country above Kent after midnight. The report notes a Zeppelin over Kent and ongoing air raid activity.
Report notes unclear crime scene details with references to officers and a billed echo event. No clear names, places, or outcomes are readable in the fragments.
Notice states on March 1 that the German Scouts and all Germans employed in the Customs Post Office railways and other Government offices are ordered out. It notes the German ship at Shanghai faced no trouble and mentions the ministry and accompanying action.
A March 18 dispatch from New York reports a pro war stance with a call for Jewish support and a pledge of Russia to press the conflict in alliance with the Allies. It notes the Russian ambassador receiving German instructions, and describes German forces near Sailly-Salliisel and the destruction of bridges by British action. The piece mentions German armor’s retreat and the gradual disintegration of a fortified German line.
Officials in Washington report a major Austro German conference in Vienna aims to win democratic reforms for Central Powers to prevent internal upheaval. A mystery trunk arrived at the Foreign Office and was opened in the Swedish minister's room, signaling unknown diplomatic intrigue.
Fine weather and large crowd for the V.T.C. meeting in Melbourne with races including the 2 mile hurdle, two year old, and mile events. Notable finishes include Half Glass beating Jullunder and Andelosia, with Potent riders and betting odds noted. other winners include King’s Bounty in the South Varra Handicap and Coat of Mail in the Andicap. Racing results list multiple horses, times, and second place gaps amid a busy program.
Rosehill racing under en tliul weather drew good attendance. Hurdle race saw Medeocrag ridden by Coleman win by two lengths with Coominya second. Maiden Stakes featured Rebus ahead of Marvano and Giritah with Giritah a popular second choice.
A Russian commander states the attacked forces in Stamislaver were repelled after a counter-attack. Our forces dislodged Turkish troops from a fortified summit west of Kenranshgh.
New York reports that the threatened railway strike by four men has been postponed. The delay follows union negotiations and prompts continued operation of lines. Authorities urge calm as crews prepare for potential future actions.
Melbourne reports a rough Sat morning game where the Senate finally won 127 after Gard led for much of the match. The text also discusses skin care products Rexona and its cleansing soap, touting their global reputation for treatment and soothing properties among cosmetic users.
Brisbane reports State swimming semis at Southport Baths on Saturday. In the 220 yard breaststroke championship E Collins won, with F Spritefield second and J Brett third, in a time of 3 minutes 25.2 seconds. In the 200 yards ladies championship M Spritefield took first, Mo Petrie second, Al Alexander third, with Miss E Venning, former title holder, not competing.
At Tumealin on Friday Green's Lively Day featured Nyal's Face Cream lauded for skin care and whitening. A Red Cross flower show followed by a railway deputation to the Minister, a sketch by the amateur dramatic society, and a recruiting meeting ended with a dance.
An entangled intrigue in Monte Carlo features diplomats Grex and Huntersley plotting a world map secret pact with England excluded. American millionaire Richard Lane woos Grand Duchess Fedora, feigns a rescue, foils the plot, and ultimately elopes with Fedora on a yacht. Lord Huntersley is returned to England.
At Austral on Saturday night a large crowd attended the new program headlined by a Blue Bird feature in five parts titled The Three Godfathers. Beth Merrill, forced by poverty to waitress in a mining camp, becomes an entertainer in a dance hall. Her charm earns respect while Bo Sangster, recently released from prison, befriends Ruth as Sheriff Cushing also takes a liking. Three suspicious visitors arrive with plans to rob the camp.
Listing of various fabric yardages and types including herringbone, antilese, tilled weaves, and calico. Mentions 72 inch and 7 inch widths with fractional yard quantities and items like Red Cross Linen Apron Dowlas and Skirting.
Ruth warns the sheriff about a prowler and links Bob to the bank robber. A bandit trio is halted by a sandstorm. a dying woman entrusts her baby to the trio as they care for the newborn. Bob surrenders and the sheriff discovers the child is his sister’s baby, leading to Ruth and Bob’s marriage and their new family.
In Melbourne the Senate last night carried an auction related to McCarthy with a slight verbal alteration. The Excise Validation Bill passed states. The second reading of the Australian Soldiers' Voting Bill was agreed to. An amendment proposed by Senator Millen would extend eligibility to all workers under agreement with the Commonwealth Government abroad.
Melbourne reports the Prime Minister stating government will consider restricting imports to support national war aims. Discussions reference Senator Stewart and abolition proposals, with attention to loyalty and domestic policy. The scene covers cable privileges dispute and parliamentary adjournment after mixed remarks and a health note on the Prime Minister.
A fragment notes a collection of soldiers from North Men shown in photographs. The piece references over two hundred individuals, including a caption Baer, suggesting a named subject among the portraits.
A fragmented text discusses diphtheria precautions and how it may be avoided. It mentions germs, infectious diseases, and the need for public health measures in neighborhoods, with scattered references to remedies and street-level actions. Names and clear guidance are unclear due to damage.
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