Shortage of Explosives Hinders British Attacks at Front
The Times Dunkirk correspondent notes Britain lacks unlimited high explosive supplies and cannot sustain trench assaults at Fromelles and Richebourg. French guns fire 274 rounds per day, German defenses remain strong, and British reserves are unpermitted due to shell shortage. Generals say heavy howitzers and more shells are needed to break the German line.
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Dissatisfied Premier's Hesitation Condemned War Favored by Majority
Rome reports show crowds in the streets as calls to war grow. Democrats Radicals Reformers and Nationalists support war while Catholics Conservatives and Giolitti allies oppose open declaration. Germany Austria and Russia cited in broad European tensions. Athens notes German submarines in the Mediterranean and British envoy casualties.
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Italy Rebuffs German War Threats Amid Antiwar Sentiment
Rome reports the Islandro Sonnino government facing a parliamentary shift as antiwar feeling grows. Supporters of the regime fear collapse if Austria or Germany press for conflict, while King Victor Emmanuel III resists the German line stating the word of Germany is not acceptable for Italy's future.
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Johtt
Astrie
CS Beling
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Lombardy
Jim
von Bulow
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Germany
Indian Princes Back War Effort With Donations and Aid
Indian princesses and chiefs donate lakhs to fund a motor ambulance fleet as part of support for active service. The Begum of Bhipal contributes funds for clergy, waterers, and relief. Maharans gift clothes for Sikh soldiers. St John Ambulance sends four motor ambulances and plans a regular service, while local leaders in Simla and the northwest frontier coordinate supplies and morale efforts.
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Katchiewer
Bhipal
Schaal
St. John's Ambulance
Per Olem Gull
Ed Allegther
Straiot Out Doubles Beigeane in The Strad Handicap
Straiot wins the Beigeane handicap at Brisb Aerk in a brisk Bandcap event. The Strad runner beats rivals in a tightly contested fixture as authorities note the quick pace and close finish.
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Stradf
Brisbaerk
Queensland Assembly Supports War Effort Despite Plea for Peace
Brisbane dispatch reports Acting Premier Barnes sending a cable to General Botha congratulating British dominions on their conquest in Africa. The Presbyterian Assembly of Queensland passes a motion praising the war as just, urging prayer for leaders, soldiers, and sailors, and expressing sympathy for families of the fallen.
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Brisbane
Wr. Barnes
Botha
Querilland
Germany
The Italian Attitude In Mixed Signals From Rome
Rome reports May 14 that the Cabinet favors leaving the final decision to Parliament with Unity urged by the King. Troops guard Signor Volitu’s house as Berlin papers note the shift and predict the Italian storm will pass.
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Signor Uolitu
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Giulitti
Fifteenth Australian Casualty List Released
The May 11 publication lists Australian losses for New South Wales and Victoria. NSW: two killed, one died of wounds, nine wounded. Victoria: two killed, four died of wounds, two missing, three seriously wounded, twenty five wounded. High ranking officers Rosenth, Brigasis, Ryder named among those wounded.
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Rosenths
F. A. Brigasis
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Serenaty
Developments at Townsville in May
Townsville reports indicate unrest among Alligator Crest staff with a mass meeting approving cooperation with workers of Gerema or Austrian nationality. The result affects ongoing operations as several employers resettle staff and equipment to maintain services. A Suva unit under Captain R A Waksford returned from inland duty with a guard welcoming them at the jetty.
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AGA
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Saeereday
Wwe
Brisbane Chamber Urges Enlistment Amid War Debate
May 113 report from Stoutson New England notes pointed remarks by Brisbane Chamber of Commerce members on wartime seriousness. President J. M. Bond calls firms to help enlistment by bridging pay gaps. JoAn P. Wilson urges single men to enlist. Local leaders criticize government leaders for public squabbling and East Empire distractions as war pressure grows.
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T. McWilliam
Australian Troops Praised in Dardanelles Conduct
In a parliamentary record, Senator Keating applauded Australian troops for their conduct at the Dardanelles, praising their glory and calibre. He supported a motion to record sympathy for Lusitania victims, noting war rules protect non combatants with provoked retaliatory justice. The debate touched on German actions and potential sugar shortages.
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Story
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Australian House Debates on Contracts and Union Wages
Melbourne lawmakers condemn contract practices seen as partisan gifts to unions. Sinclair accuses ministers of inflating prices via tender rigging and wage favoritism, citing specific firms and schemes affecting flour, breeches, and time contracts. Debate touches on Referenda Bill delays and governance precedents.
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Tie
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Attitudes in Bohemia and Europe Toward War and England
A stressed analysis notes Bohemia’s Czech majority resenting German domination and England’s role in Europe. It contrasts Czech nationalism with anti German sentiment, and surveys various Allied and German attitudes toward England and war, questioning Britain’s responsibility and restraint.
Sunday Services Notices from Frew and Gordonvale
Meas will be celebrated at Frew water at and a.m. Sunday Methodine Church services conducted by Rev A Larsin from Gordonvale. Denny will hold services at Hambledon at 4 p.m. and Gordonvale at 7 30 p.m.
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Youth meeting to fund Belgian relief at Central district
Young Mack and Arras return tomorrow from the Youth to the Central district for a forthcoming patriotic meeting. Proceeds will aid the Belgian Fund. In training at Warer are Mad Jack Firm Demes Sanboy My Flece Sanderling Kestrel Golden Grain Perberite Heelerm. Ven Bese and Arsenic the Cook town nominees are expected. Track repairs delay preparations for the ird June.
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Rece Mopetings
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Demes
Sanboy
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Midgrave
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