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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1915
Page
2
Criticism of Government Price Exploitation in Colac
The Colac Observer reports widespread criticism of government inaction over commodity price rises and exploitation. It accuses officials of failing to regulate prices, protecting profiteers, and neglecting consumer welfare amid war-time pressures.
Retirement talk and council changes at Winchylsea meeting
Vr Johto Mallar signaled intent to retire from the Winchylsea Shire Council at the end of the current term next month. E Mountjoy and others paid tribute. potential successors for the Middie riding seat are discussed. The Melee Dramatic Society plans a comedy benefit at the Victoria Hall on August 2 with proceeds for wounded soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vr Johto Mallar
Winchylsea Shire
E. Mountjoy
PP. M‘cathum
J. Meahhum
Lauehtier
Mouttier
Melee Dramatic Society
Victoria Jar
Colne
Pedroms Beckett
Akeiit
Ladigm Ito
Sears
J Lane
Iee
Cyril Harker
Melbourne
Geo
Rayner
Leave of absence for Prosser at Braybrook factory in doubt
Mr J E Prosser the manager of the Western and Murray Districts Co operative Bacon Company's Braybrook factory is granted extended leave to view London on business. In his absence the factory will be supervised by secretary Mr A M Kellar and the shire secretary has asked the State Commandant to allow focal recruits to depart together if possible. The report notes recruiting, local meetings, and court activity with extensive notices of public works and harvest labor concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hot Tucker
Colac
Seymour
Tucker
Speed
J. E Prosser
1 M Duncan
Winghelsey Poller
Ur McAllum
Winchelsea
Jo A Johnstone
Tina
Murt
Geelong
Lt Wve
Winchell
Tohnetong
Tolwe
Parkins
A. Strepnell
Mermestuth
J. Poulter
Shrewhane
M'Lachlan
Celac
Melecorpe
Avawillan Ferces
Oyter Jake
Mwarthy
Mlachlan
Lake of
Bell Curre
M Lachlan
Yarrawonga
Comweil
Uber Perenpos
Public Works Department
Ed. Mountjoy
Country Roads Board
Germans Capture Warsaw After Stubborn Defense
Reports from Berlin and New York claim German forces seized Warsaw after a prolonged battle near the Vistula. Separate dispatches describe Russian retreat from fortifications, German advances along the Narew, air raids on railway targets, and the evacuation of Novo Alexandrovsk with civilian relocations underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Jomout
Waeruw-Petroprad
Herlin
Se Luntiog
Popal
Noorth
Peniewicz
Komasak Kourkie
Milkomielez
Kovno
Narew
Plax
Nasiwska
Tropa
Novo Cacigierak
Pisadostno
Blelwetek
Warsaw
Plage
Picld-Marshal von Mackensen
Poaltion
Nova Alexandria
Navy's Silent Victory Praised by Canadian PM
Prime Minister Sir Robert Borden said the enemy victory at Waraw was nothing next to the British Navy's success in keeping the seas clear. He spoke as a luncheon was presented by the Canada cub on Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Robert Borden
Waraw
Exodus From Higa Town Threatened By Ger
The report notes an exodus from Higa town as 16 000 people flee toward safety. American protection is reported for the Driteh Convulale while Novo Georgevicrk may face defence by Ruswane forces near the Lat area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tetrograd
Tiga
Novo Georgevicrk
Rejoicing in Berlin as Amsterdam mood spreads
Crowds in European cities celebrate with parades and effigies while turmoil and confusion ripple through authorities. Reports mention unrest linked to royal symbolism, shifting trade, and lingering fear over military and economic tensions.
Desperate Fighting Near Vistula Across War Front
Fragmentary report from Vetrograd describes intense battles near the Middle Vistula with vehement attacks and counterattacks. The line between the Trvina and the Nic remains active while operations slow after crossings with Warsaw evacuated to prevent destruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vietoria
Gersoone
Thurmdasy
Mwah
Vito
Vistula
Warsaw
Salute Ordered in Amsterdam for Warsaw Fall
General von Kesel commandant at Berlin ordered a salute of 60 victory cries in honor of Warsaw's fall. The event took place in Amsterdam on Saturday as part of wartime commemorations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
von Kesel
Berlin
Warsaw
German Americans celebrate Warsaw fall despite neutrality policy
In defiance of President Wilsons neutrality policy tens of thousands of German Americans march and hold joyous processions upon the news of Warsaw s fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Wilson
America
Warsaw
England’s Influence Seen Bearing Fruit in Turkey Move
In the Deutsche Tagesseltung Count Revensiow notes Romania’s ambazeo in moving troops toward Turkey gains significance as Turkey ready to make necessary steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Count Revensiow
Deutsche Tagesseltung
Roumania
Turkey
Buffer state plan aims to carve Poland into a German led system
The Cologne correspondent of the Tid reports Ausro-Germans plan to create an independent Poland as a buffer state. A Polish government would run affairs with Germans Austrians and Poles serving in governance. no king will be appointed for now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Cologne
The
Tid
Poland
Hungarian Troops Withdrawn for German Replacements
Two exhausted Hungarian Army Corps from East Galicia have been withdrawn to the Austrian frontier. They are being replaced by newly trained German Landstrom troops from Bohemia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galicia
Landstrom
Bohemia
Roumanias Attitude Draws Strong German Press Reaction
German papers express sharper hostility toward Roumania, highlighting greater virulence in tone than Allied observers. The dispatch notes exchange of barbed remarks and rising tensions amid postwar negotiations and regional concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Roumania
Warsaw factories destroyed in evacuation of city
A Chicago News correspondent reports Warsaw evacuated beginning July 15 with all valuables telegraph and telephone lines horses vehicles and metals removed. Factories destroyed after machinery was taken or stashed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stockholm
Chicago
Warsaw
Helaya
Russian Soldiers Praised for Courage in War Reporting
London reports Professor Wares returning with a Russian morale and strategy appraisal. He notes Russians showed admirable courage endurance and humanity while German troops appeared brutal and arrogant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Professor Wares
London
Germans menace move aims to seize Riga and split front
Petrograd reports Germany plans a bold scheme to occupy Riga and press toward the Divina rear. Military opinion warns of heavy risk but notes Berlin has up to 850000 troops between Kiev and the Terme ready to strike if Russians falter near the Sorew and Vie tula sectors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Althoteh
Nordwound
Riga
Petrogradt
Kevne
Terme
Thame
Moenes in War sa w
War damaged text describes evacuation of Warsaw with crowds fleeing the town. It notes depletion of copper currency and a soldier removing telegraph wires. Public water supply machinery was removed and churches were crowded with mourners as wounded and dead are referenced amid pro-Russian tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
Po Uuseta
French Troop Change At Gallipoli And Dardanelles
General Serrall is named to replace Gourand as commander of French Forces at the Dardanelles. Intermittent artillery duels and aircraft activity continue in Gallipoli as France faces leadership changes in the Eastern Mediterranean. Gourand was wounded and had an arm amputated after two months in command.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parla
Serrall
Eidith Frenne
Gourand
Dardanelles
Purie
Gallipoli
France
Mediterranean
IV Amade
Assaults in Argonne Repulsed Amid Petard Fire
Paris communique reports Argonne fighting lasting through the night with artillery support. The enemy close to Fontaine-aux-Armes is repulsed but petard firing continues as the front line holds under bombardment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Argonne
Petard
Fontaine-aur-Armes
Trench Warfront Actions Report From Meuse Front
An official dispatch describes Allied and German skirmishes on the Meuse heights at Bolnault including failed dawn attacks repelled with grenades and artillery support. German bombing raids in the Meurthe Valley killed two civilians and a soldier, with Lingekopf shelling continuing and anti aircraft fire forcing four German planes to dive. one aircraft burned as a seaplane splashdown is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tit Meuse
Bolnaut
Fruize
Meurthe
Lingekopf
Alsace
Dismissed Army Officer Rejoined As Private in Royal West Burrow
A curious case details Captain WS Siert of the Indian Army who rejoined as Private Hardy in the Royal West Burrow regiment after failing to return from leave. He later died heroically near Feetubor in May, reportedly earning the Distinguished Conduct Medal before an order cancellation led to his dismissal being reversed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WS Siert
France
England
Nave
Hardy
Royal Weat Burrow
Feetubor
la Bare
Hal Smart
Cave
Dastardly Outrage Aboard White Star Liner Arable
A dynamite plot aboard the White Star liner Arable bound for Liverpool was uncovered in New York. The attempt to destroy the ship before departure endangered passengers and crew, and White Star Line officials refused to discuss the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Liverpool
Wat Fond
White Star Company
Disloyalty Trial Ends with Two Months Imprisonment
A Canadian prisoner faced questioning over wartime loyalties. Witnesses described a suspect’s alleged pro German sentiment and treasonous statements. The court sentenced the arrestee to two months imprisonment after considering the implications of his remarks.
Austerdint Work Feeds Troops With Makeshift Huts
Austerdint workers on a Saturday construct hundreds of huts to house troops for the autumn and winter campaign, reflecting wartime logistics and shelter efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wanders
Pope and Peace Moves Reported Amid Neutral Responses
The Pope’s peace letter has elicited cautious replies from monarchs. Authorities say the pope is preparing firmer steps toward peace and inviting neutral powers to express their opinions as a deadline nears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goa
Balkan Entente Sought by Allies to Ease Balkan Friction
Telegraps from Nish report that Great Britain France Russia and Italy sent representatives to meet Serbian Prime Minister Mihailo Petrović to urge a Balkan entente. The Allies aim to settle disputed questions and restore stability to the region to advance the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nish
Serbia
Uritein
France
Huseia
Italy
Mo Wpeska
Balkan States
Western Front Quiet Amid Allied Defense
Paris reports a renewed German attack on HM 203 was repulsed by Allied forces. An explosion of two mines aided the Germans in gaining a foothold before being driven back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
German Artillery Bombards Be Blans Yser Lines
Berlin says German artillery forced Be Blans to retreat part of their positions along the Yser near Heariniesy south of Aiamady after a counter attack. Shrapnel fire destroyed a yacht near Pola and an airship was brought down near Pola with unknown cause. An Austrian redeuces and captures two officers and one man in a crew. A Japanese volunteer reaches Vilna badly wounded after German actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Berlin
Yser
Heariniesy
Aiamady
Italian airships engage enemy rail line and seaplane counter
A communique reports Italian airships bombarding the Opicina railway while Austrian seaplanes responded with bombs. Another Italian air raid struck a distant target despite heavy cannonade, with crews returning safely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opicina
Aliyhiy
Desert Beth
Colac District Appeals for Laidy Stanley Wounded Soldiers Fund
Contributions pour in for the Laidy Stanley appeal to aid Australian soldiers. The secretary notes hundreds in Colac district have not donated. List of donors includes Ada Witcombe, Robert Lemon, Mrs A Fulton, Walter Selwood, J T Speight, H W Wheeler, and many others with August and July installments. Proceeds support comfort for wounded and ill troops and the Empire’s burden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laidy Stanley
Ada Witcombe
John
Toleman
Wait
Mary Johnstone
Misa Spalding
Lurpent
Edwin Williams
Velac
G. F. Guthrie
Massive cattle sale announced by Thea Ro Line and Co
A major cattle sale of 1500 head will be conducted by Thea Ro Line and Co at Morwell and Tinnar on Tuesday or next two days following August 6. The event promises a large stock and regional buyer turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thea Ro Line and Co
Trarsleon
Morwell
Tinnar
Ing
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