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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1916
Page
4
The report praises Allied air superiority and German setbacks. It notes gains since July, with 4735 taken and 38 German divisions damaged, three withdrawn. Germans fall back to new lines, while Allied aircraft target enemy strength in material and morale with bold, daring actions.
London dispatch from Salonika reports Franco Ratians and Serbians advancing on the western slopes reach Pealing near Kapunakalan. Pirnderia remains in sight at Moen Ceceva as forces repulse violent counterattacks near Jellolzai.
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On October 5 in Madrid the intervention by King Allomse led Germany to decide repatriating the feothawk and women taken from Lille Resnaix and Tercoing. All will be sent home when harvest completes.
Oct 4 in Paris, President Poincare met General Haig and praised the British for their magnificent valour. A ceremonial Star of Grand Order was presented. Reports note no confirmed reprisals or direct actions linked to the event, with observers mentioning the broader Commonwealth interest in current events.
A fragmented report from Brisbane outlines the second day of a ceremony or service in Cairns with mentions of medical examinations, admissions, and applications received for a certain request. The Prime Minister departed Sydney by train, receiving a hearty welcome in Toowong as the crowd sang the National Anthem.
October reports from Hobart and Sydney describe early morning stop-work meetings by unionists in Queenstown and nearby centres as a protest against conscription. About 1,000 men halted work while coal output faced pressure and Defence Act provisions moved to summon eligible men across states.
Sydney reports a letter from Dr. Duhie, coadjutor-archbishop, and Archbishop Cerrell, Apostolic states, saying church members are free citizens and should vote according to conscience. The question of conscription does not affect the Church as a Church, so Catholic pulpits will not address the subject.
A Sydney meeting on November 5 descended into confusion amid a mop-work session. Resulting chaos disrupted expected proceedings and drew scrutiny from attendees and observers. The event highlighted organizational lapses and raised questions about domain governance and procedural clarity.
Hobson’s choice on enlistment looms as a key issue amid Australian troops. Citizens voice support and fear for soldiers in trenches while warning against abandonment of Allies. Georgetown hosts War Council talk as Warwick greets Prime Minister Hughes with stinging cheers.
Reports from the 500s Battalion describe a serious blast at the Aatherst camp. Major Wearin and Compara state 3 soldiers are critically injured, with Moore sustaining chest and abdomen injuries. The event occurred tonight as two fires left several wounded and the camp crews scrambling for safety.
A dense review lists a Triangle program including The White Scar and Pants and Petticoats, plus war films Realm to the Rescue and British Troops in France. Large audiences attend, with prices at 1s 6d and 6d. World premieres and Siren’s Song repeat showings attract crowds, while The Black Box serial continues.
Townsville sports report notes Mr William Neilam’s involvement in early handicapping for Townsville Turf Club and North Queensland Tattersalls meeting upcoming in November. Sydney reports mention Prince Bardolph and other steeplechase contenders, while Melbourne covers Caulfield Cup prospects Celano Gringo and others with Eclipse Stakes nominations at MVTC.
Townsville reports the Do Without Wesh fund distribution with total net income 41507 and tools realized 578 from card canvassing plus 4531 from Paddy’s Markew. Allocations include Red Cross Society, Townsville Patriotic Fund, Herod PSock and Comfort Fund, Bel gian Fund 150, Soldiers Keep Room 3143, Australian Naval Christmas Fund 50, and other receipts totaling 19438 dollars.
Sydney October business on the Metropolitan shows quiet after two days. Favouritism is disputed by Bee and Polycrates, Cetigne next to demand, followed by Wallace Liia flase and Cyklon. Then come William the Silent and Kinesburgh with Fantaiie, Karanapd King and Prince the best fancied of the others.
Mr A M Waddell has opened operasseach of Geoceries Drapery Bone mad Shoes Termecoh acting as Agent for Mayat Insurance Company with a focus on broad offerings in retail and insurance.
In Randwick sport notes imported horses were exercised in a string of six trials. The Welkie-Arringera mare Poitiina recovered from cold conditions that forced her withdrawal from spring meetings and has returned to work at Randwick.
Melbourne reports that Mr Mahon, external affairs minister, queried Maltese arrivals to Australia and potential reinforcements. He seeks measures to prevent further influx and to submit Maltese entrants to the education test under immigration law. He indicated no Maltese departures beyond expectations.
At Melbourne depots today many claims for exemption were denied or accepted. Officials explained that the exemption policy was tied to service status and discharge papers. The process and certificates were explained by the local office, with decisions affecting eligibility for exemption.
Melbourne Oct 4 A. N. J. Chatham MLA of Granville was expelled from the State Labour party by the Victorian Political Council for declaring himself a supporter of conscription.
The parliament debated amendments to the Land Reneneption and related acts as Mr Ryan and Mr Levinas spoke on extending vericultural and employment provisions. Proposals included changes to the Toenail Harbour Brand Act and domestic servant protections, with divisions and motions by Mr Breninell and Mr Leahy shaping third reading outcomes.
WeRISBANE October 5 the Premier, interrupted during a lunch adjournment of the party meeting, said it was “Just ordinary business” as the group continued. The session proceeded with routine discussions and no notable policy announcements emerged.
Cary hosts a Sunday schedule with Holy Eucharist at 7 pm in the Sis codeine thaw Cammtenion and St Serra Kuranda noting a Thursday focus on Holy Crm wonton at 7 pm in October.
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