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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 02, 1918

Page

5

Austria-Hungary’s Plight in New National Government

Telegrams from Budapest hint at Karolyi's government with crowds at revolutionary graves. The National Council warns Archduke Joseph may seek dictatorship and vows resistance. Bohemia and Croatia report bloodless revolutions with garrison forces under the new national government. Montenegrins mobilize massed forces as Austria-Hungary faces renewed conflict.

Copenhagen Budapest Karolyi National Council Joseph Ercke Bohemia Croatia Prague Agram Maontenegrins Austrias Montenegro

Serbian Cavalry Reaches Danube River Near Belgrade

A French dispatch reports Serbian cavalry advancing toward the Danube near Belgrade. It notes prior movement to the Danube at Vidin, about 120 miles below Semendria, with Serbian forces now at the river near Semendria.

London Danube Semengria Denube Vidin Semendria

Austro Hungarian Admission and Front Movements

London reports Austro Hungarian positions in Italy extended northward and southward near Montello with Italians advancing. The article notes a possible armistice aim and Austrian forces withdrawing from the western front while Serbians push to the northern bank of the Danube.

London Montello Trakan Sol Austrans

Jugo-Slavs Declare Independence in Balkan Turmoil

Reports from New York state that the Jugo-Slav Parliament has declared independence. Meanwhile Czech Slovak groups have cut the Berlin Vienna railway, signaling escalating regional conflict.

New York Javo-Slavia Berlin- Vocenna

Plunder and Outrage Reported Across Europe

Copenhagen dispatch notes Berlin signals the unrest after depots are looted. About three thousand Budapest workers march in the streets. Deserters plunder along the Hungarian Croatian frontier. Castles in Slavonia and towns Nasics and Edunch burn as Czech Slovaks and Vienna feel the shock.

Copenhagen Berlin Budapest Slavonia Nasics Edunch Vienna

Austria Seeks Armistice and Turkish Treaty Signed

New York reports the Austrian commander-in-chief has applied for an armistice to General Diadzitaly. Turkish forces have surrendered on the Tigris. The Turkish armistice was signed at Minos. Turkey agrees to open the Dardanelles and repatriate British prisoner soldiers.

New York Diadzitaly Tigris Minos Turkey Dardanelles

Hungary's Disruption and Austrian Appeal to Poland

Geneva dispatch describes Austro-Hungarian factions agreeing with the Czech National Committee to cede four counties Varsez Arva Nestra and Tresonin to Czecho-Slovakia. It notes troops ordered to evacuate Poland with military administration handed to Polish officials and asks Poland to provide coal and food to ease economic strain.

Geneva Austro-Hun Hungary Varsez Arva Nestra Tresonin Austria Poland Aks Austro-Hungary

Soldiers Proclaim Revolution in a Republic Era

Readable fragments report soldiers proclaiming a revolution and the establishment of a republic with early governance changes. The fragment hints at leadership from Copes and a shift toward republican ideals amid military actions.

After-War Trade Unionism in Britain

London November 1 Mr J R Clypec Food Controller urged the Government to honor its pledge to restore trades union conditions at war’s end to regain the confidence of skilled workers. He warned against a monopoly of the right to work and against forcing unemployment on willing workers while calling on the State for aid.

London J R Clypec Natonal Liberal Club

Progress On The Tigris Amid Mesopotamia Actions

A Mesopotamian official reports river fording east of the Tigris near Kalat and advancing forces along the west bank driving back Turkish positions. The enemy sacked October 28 and was repulsed as reinforcements arrived. captures and substantial material were reported, with ongoing penetrations and prisoner figures referenced.

London Mesopotamia Casaily Tigris Kalatatherghat Yar Moewrsid West Bark Attecord Kalstelrchat Kalatechere

Italian Front Ablaze as Allies Capture Prisoners

Rome reports Italian front in action as Allied forces advance and prisoners are taken. The New York dispatch notes large enemy losses and ongoing operations across the Italian theater with significant military activity and detentions.

Rome New York Alles Italy

Italian Territory Freed Report Wears Mixed Certainty

A Vienna official report states Italy will withdraw troops from occupied territories as Rome announces liberation of 200 villages and two square leagues of land. The report mentions 20,000 prisoners taken and calls the action a freeing of Italian land.

Rome Olivee Copenhagen Vienna

Kaiser Abdication Cries Sweep Amsterdam Crowd

In Amsterdam on November 1 a large crowd demands Kaiser Wilhelm II abdicate. Reported protests say workers in Berlin and Vienna are cutting rail and trade links as calls for a republic intensify amid mounting anti monarchy sentiment.

Amsterdam Keiser Ber Germars Haart

German Austrian State Drafts Self Determination Claim

Berne reports the Executive Council of the new German Austrian State drafts a claim of self determination. The Komische Volks Zeitung states Germany is prepared to offer limited guarantees that will not accept certain terms.

Berne Komische Volks Zeiteng Germany

Austrian Divisions Cut Off By Allied Troops

Advices report 15 Austrian divisions cut off between the Brenta and the Prave by Italian and Allied forces. Austria's note will be submitted to the Allies.

Washington Brenta Prave Anstria

German constitutional reforms pass as Reichstag approves changes

The Bundesrath approves constitutional reforms after a Saturday vote in the Reichstag. The changes align with the Kaiser and Chancellor’s expectations, signaling a political shift in the German government.

Amsterdam Bundesrath Eichstag

Austrian Panic and Bank Rush Seize Copenhagen

From Zurich comes word that Austrian panic sweeps cities as banks are besieged. The New Free Presse notes unrest while Germany plans a peace envoy and Kohlmann is named to head the German peace conference. Trade risk insurance may fall 20 percent if an armistice is reached.

Copenhagen Freie Presse” Austoratorium Germany Zurich Kohlmann

Allies Armistice Terms Seen To Ensure Lasting Peace

Washington reports that Allied Armistice terms have not yet been sent but are expected to require Germany’s elimination as a threat to world peace. The terms aim to prevent Germany from renewing hostilities and to shock German military leadership.

Washington Alles Germany

Premier Tackles North Queensland Grog Crisis

Brisbane reports a liquor crisis in North Queensland as the Premier orders action under the Liquor Act to close hotels at Hughenden. Ministers absent and Townsville unrest prompt central government steps to prevent industrial strife and protect workers while balancing conciliation and compulsory arbitration.

Brisbane Mmrest Orth Teleren Eees Toe Abiessee Fee Pring North Sland Townsville Hughenden HugheaaAgainst Grog Ryan R_ E_ Thorpe North Queensland Employers' Association Hoghenden Oreep

Allied Italian Advance Reclaims Ground Along Piave Front

Historic ground retaken as Allied Italian forces push south of the Piave with the Tenth, Eighth, and Twelfth Armies advancing rapidly. Visor and Asiago areas reported under Italian control. air and artillery actions target Sacile and surrounding positions. Thousands of enemy infantry attacked from the air near Sacile dispersed. prisoners and guns captured.

London Piave Tenth Visor Tanse Pordena Sacile Pennetta Asiago Italan Guirina Oders Pont di Phave Asiazo Trajan

Australian tax debate on wartime measures and luxuries

The discussion centers on wartime taxation in Australia and whether luxuries should have carried greater tax burdens. Pearce counters that spirits wines and tobacco were taxed. The second reading passes 13 to 7 as a committee amends threepenny tickets for children under 12. a holiday concession is rejected. The Senate adjourns until Wednesday.

Pratten Australia Pearce Senate

Italian Objects Fall as Allied Forces Push Forward

The Tenth Army presses the advance with British and Italian units advancing to Sacile outskirts and reaching the lines outlined by General Diaz for October. Allied infantry force remains energetic amid shortages and fatigue as operations continue on multiple sectors.

London Ithan Sacile Iwenez

Liberated Italian Villages Advance Pushed Northward

Washington reports advances north of Grandpre with Selle Sorense Farm occupied and over 40 400 prisoners. More than 100 towns and villages have been freed as the enemy in the Conglan sector burns villages and fights in disorderly retreat.

Washington Grandpre Selle Sorense Rome Conglan

Germany's surrender urged by Roosevelt and Tait appeal

Colonel Roosevelt and Mr. Tait issue a joint appeal urging the German people to choose between negotiated peace and unconditional surrender. The appeal states that the American people demand unconditional surrender.

New York Roosevelt Mr. Tait

Ital ians rejoice as Venesica plan relieves Rome threat

Fragmentary report describes Italian advances near Venesica and Trentino. The front progresses toward the Livesta River at Francingo where forces reportedly captured high ground dominating waterways and Venetian lines.

Rome Pisne Livesta Francingo Cosen

British Airmen Triumph Blazing Bombardment Across Front

London reports the Royal Air Force delivered a heavy bombing raid dropping over two tons of bombs and firing ammunition rounds as they struck enemy positions. The assault left roads littered with dead and debris while Italian forces reported capturing Montezatz heights and the Tenth Italian Army taking more than twelve thousand prisoners.

London Royal Air Force Gerovere Montezatz

Anti German Sentiment Grows in Amsterdam and Copenhagen

Amsterdam reports rising public hatred of Germany as the Social Democratic programme calls for Germanys departure amid anti war loan calls. Copenhagen notes German Conservative party opposition to surrender and calls for continued fighting. Lokal Anzeiger recalls German arms aiding Hungary.

Amsterdam Socal Democratic

Australian troops in Egypt release debated in Melbourne

Acting Minister discussed consulting the defence minister on possible release of Australian troops in Egypt. Mr Watt and others debated government moves on peace decline and extending a bill to Senate elections. An amendment to delay six months to repatriate soldiers failed 17 to 15 as the bill moved to a second reading.

Melbourne Att Defence Egypt Watt Higgs Cook Returney Navy Department Bayley Wars Senate Pigott Leckie Chapman

No Time to Negotiate Retribution for Germany

Speech declares England's resolve to press on against Germany for wartime wrongs. The speaker urges no negotiation, predicts victory soon, and calls for continued efforts over weeks leading to a glorious outcome. Strong emphasis on destruction of shipping and advancing toward triumph.

Germany England Tnes

Elimination of Germany Favors by South American Republics

The New York Times notes from Washington that several Latin American nations in the Pacific favor removing German influence. Representatives of various American states express concern over the Entente's stance and the rival Ladopiemnne Five amid tensions and shifting alliances.

New York New York “Times Washington South America Entente

Allied Conference in Paris Delays Armistice Decisions

The Allied Conference in Paris is fully representative with Bonar Law Lloyd George and Balfour in attendance. Prolonged discussions over armistice terms and naval issues stretch the schedule as Geddes Wemyss and Benson join naval representatives. Submarine matters remain a focus amid uncertain near term announcements.

Paris Wi i Bonar Law Milmer Reading Sir E Geddes Lod Wemyss Lloyd George Balfour Eches Lord Wemyss Admirsie Sims Benson America

Townsville judgment orders large maintenance payout

Onris winni near Cxirnster ordered to pay £71m to the executor for the maintenance of the gestator's only child Mary Dono van from the estate Ebien Dono van the executor to apply funds for the child’s support.

Townsville Jobs Onriswinni Cxirnster Ebien Donovan Gestator Mary Donovan

French Continue Progress in Offensive Near Basgones

A French communique reports continued offensive action between Basgones and Herpy with gains west of St. Several enemy counterattacks are said to have been repelled as air force activity rises. London dispatch notes formation of a new air force club in Paris.

London Gaise Basgones Herpy

Cairns Gas Works Employees Reported Absent

A Berioes Poutio reports that several men at the Cairns Gas Works retort house were found absent after a likely incident. No further details on cause or outcomes are provided in the fragment.

Cairns Gas Supply Berioes Cairns

Africa Epidemic Lessons Stir Cape Town Debates

The article notes African epidemic lessons and protests in Capetown amid overcrowding and unrest. City authorities face pressure from a nursing corps and a citizens committee proposing regulation on housing and signage while considering new acts. Street demonstrations occur as ratepayers demand action.

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