Cost of Panama Canal Compared to War Expenditures
The article notes war spending dwarfs major works. It claims total wartime outlay reaches about £15,000,000,000, with Britain bearing costs every nine days and the Allies every four to five days. It compares to the Loetschberg Tunnel, Woolworth Building, Hell Gate Bridge, and New York’s property value to illustrate scale.
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Panama Canal
Great Britain
Loetschberg
Alps
Woolworth
Hell Gate Bridge
Germany
Hell Gate
New York
Shall the Monarchy Continue at St Nicholas Blundelssands
Rev Dr G A Guest debated whether Britain should abolish the monarchy amid Russian upheaval. He argued Britain differs, the empire would fragment without the linking royal office, and a president would wield more power than the King. He praised the royal exemption from German associations and vouched for a Prince of Wales marriage to unite throne and nation.
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Russia
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Correspondence Note on Reader Opinions
A reader correspondence statement notes that the opinions expressed by correspondents are not endorsed by the publication. It clarifies the paper does not take responsibility for individual views and invites civil, constructive discourse.
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Babinda Red Cross Appeal Urges Public Aid
A Babinda letter to the Post and Herald appeals for support for Red Cross relief for front line services. Jane Kirke urges residents to donate, notes effort since last Friday, and compares sympathy to a sovereign, asking how much support readers can provide toward the £250 goal set by Mr Mayers.
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Jane Kirke
Torture City Turks in Bagdad Report Terrible Cruelties
From Bagdad British press envoy Edmond Chandler recounts Turkish abuses against Armenians and Jews. Officials forced exchange of gold for paper notes, triggering a financial panic and terror. Jews, accused of note dealings, were tortured and murdered, bodies cast into the Tigris, with witnesses describing night-time executions and hostage threats.
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Edmond Chandler
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Takcen
Chamberlain's Tablets for stomach and bowels relief
The notice promotes Chamberlain's Tablets aimed at stomach disorders, indigestion heartburn and constipation. It asserts the tablets aid those ailments and encourages purchase, claiming they are sold everywhere.
Italy Averts War With France by Neutrality Pledge
The article presents Marconi's narrative that Italy refused to join Germany's aggression against France. It cites diplomacy by Marquis di San Giuliano to Paris and Viviani as triggers for French mobilization, asserting Italy’s neutrality halted German advances and saved France from Teuton militarism.
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Europe
Russia
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Paris
England
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M. Viviani
Marne
Bismarck
Read the Northern Herald this week in book form
A compact weekly roundup titled The News of the Week in Book Form presents a digest of Northern Herald coverage. It highlights political developments, local events, and notable society notes, with emphasis on key people and regional impacts.
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Northern Herald
Letter from Prigate Corrie reflects wartime unity and imperial views
A wartime letter from Prigate A. H. Corrie of Palestine recounts Gaza operations, Gallipoli memories, and a plan to join the next draft. He praises British resolve, condemns Turkey, and extols Italy Japan and India, noting Australian Labor splits and conscription debates while defending Australian soldiers' courage and nationalism.
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Redskin Rockefeller Subscribes to War Loan
The full-blood Creek chief Barnett known as the Rockefeller of the Red Indians has subscribed £130,000 to the American War Loan. Wealth stems from Tulsa oil lands, though he previously resisted such wealth. Guardian managing finances as he seldom enjoys large income and pays taxes on about £10,000 annually.
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Rockefeller
Barnett
Tulsa
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Russell River
Lennon
Lake Street
Cairns
Most Dangerous Of Minor Ailments
A cold is described as the most dangerous minor ailment because it can lead to pneumonia and consumption and increase exposure to infectious diseases like diphtheria and whooping cough. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is praised as a safe, reliable cure offered for eighteenpence, sold everywhere. Mr A H Warren of Low Island visits Cairns to see his daughter Norse Warren.
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A. H. Warren
Low Island
Cairns
Maisfail
Norse Warren
Austral Pictures at the Palace Tonight With Rex and Films
Austral shows feature acts and five part Blue Bird photoplay The Soul's Inspiration starring Ella Hall. Rex the contortionist, 57 but looks young, performs in a 20 by 14 by 12 inch box. Also present are The Argyle Case with Robert Warwick, Bridges Bomed, Romance at Random, and a Sydney Red Triangle Day topical promoting YMCA support for servicemen.
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Austral Pictures
Austral
Mons
Rex
Ella Hall
Sydney
Y.m.ca
Mary and Randal Love Amid Secrets and War
Mary and her father sheltered Randal after a deer attack left him unconscious. They fall in love, but her father forces marriage. Mary flees after the wedding, later bears a son and works in a cotton mill. Randal enlists for war, with the ending left to the pictures. A seventh episode of Liberty airs as part of the program.
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Randal
Norah
Ran
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