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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 01, 1918

Page

7

Folklore Echoes on War, Readers Question Prophecy

The West Weekly Scotus recalls critics and famous voices who warned or mocked the war effort and foretold England's fate. It notes opinions from scientists, novelists, military critics, and public figures who believed the outcome could shift, with references to John Bright and a 1840 Oxford missive.

England John Bright Commonwealths Itain United States Oxford Maller

Fragmented political reflections on Britain and Egypt

The text presents incoherent musings about Britain's stance toward its colonies and enemies, mentioning India, Germany, and ambassadors in London. It references Tancred and Egypt, suggesting past events before the Canal and a critique of foresight and leadership amid international tensions.

India England London Tancred Egypt Palestine Canal

Chaos in Russia Rumors Claim Bolshevik Reforms

London dispatches describe chaotic changes in Russia with alleged toppling of ranks and titles. Reports claim officers were executed by troops and landowners were murdered as courts were replaced by tribunals and legal officials replaced by revolutionary committees.

London Russia Law Courts

Nationalised industry shifts and bank fund withdrawals

Coffers of banks have been rifed and a decree rents people with money to banks withdrawing more than 1% each week. Industrial concerns have been nationalised and control handed to workmen. Robbery and murder forms prevail amid sharp weather changes.

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