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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1915
Page
2
Colac reports show the first instalment of railway improvements at the Olac station totaling about £3000 with more work planned over several years. Other items include insolvency of Henry Wills, agricultural exhibits, and Defence department efforts to curb misconduct among returning troops.
Entries were chosen for the Alvie Athletic Club’s Sports next Saturday at Coragulac 27th with Mumme Cup action. Colac A defeated Beeac B in singles three rubbers to one as Becker, L. McDonald, J. Johnstone and others claimed wins. totals report Colac A three rubbers seven sets 47 games Beeac B one rubber two sets eight games.
Paris reports the German assault in Poland repulsed with Russian forces inflicting heavy losses. The Russian Eye-Witness describes brutal combat near the Beura river under freezing conditions. Russians claim machine guns broke German ranks and wounded men struggled to escape amid searchlights and debris.
The report details a British assault on a brickfield in Flanders with heavy bombardment followed by a three sided rush. German defenses briefly faltered but recovered, while British losses are described as insignificant and artillery accuracy praised.
A communique reports Allied forces repelling the enemy near Arra court and seizing several positions northwest of Sudelle in the Vosges, signaling progress on the front.
A wartime communique says German forces violently bombard the Allies along the entire front from the sea to the Lyne with considerable activity on both sides.
A Message from Amsterdam reports 1,300 Belgian youths arrested by German forces for trying to flee into Holland. Twenty five of those captured between Turnhout and Maeseyrk in Limburg province were executed, with additional smugglers shot during the same action.
Ban Francisco reports a catastrophic hurricane in American Samoa leaving villages wiped out and several ships destroyed. No details on dates or casualty figures are provided. Local authorities assess widespread damage and displacement.
London market report notes wheat slipping slightly as Argentine supplies ease. Danish butter is quoted at 138 to 140 shillings per hundredweight amid price movements.
A military communique reports successful operations against forces near Roidnek and Torokul in the Parpathians. Heavy losses were inflicted on the enemy as the assault drew trenches at Ludo wisko and Habaho.
A collage reports on Wilson�s dispatch to Britain over the American flag warning to Germany. It recalls Munster Fusiliers losses in France, Turkish clashes, Irish martial memory, and a Russian liberal claim on Constantinople. South African rebels face treason trials as James Watt outlines government plans.
Reports state that opposing forces in the Lyek district were halted with strong resistance and the district remains under control amid ongoing military activity. No further details on casualties or specific units were disclosed.
British Admiralty reports a 24 hour raid on Belgian coast targets using combined air and sea forces. Bombs hit Sutton railway near Miankenburghe and Kiddlekerke gun batteries while mines were dropped at Zeebrugge and Ostend area. Flight commander Claude Grahame-White survived a sea plunge at Nieuport. two aircraft damaged amid heavy antiaircraft fire.
The Elliminyt Sunday School annual picnic was held in the Gardens on Saturday. Hot afternoon sun lingered, but shade trees helped. A long program of races entertained the children and many joined in paddling on the lake shores. Adults and children enjoyed the day, grateful to the teachers for the splendid treat.
Pekin reports indicate Japan is seeking far reaching concessions in Beeca where it holds large interests. The Japanese Foreign Minister says the demands align with Russia's interests and are not against them.
A Hospital Carnival Committee meeting in Norwich Chambers attracted a large audience. The sports program was adopted, a motion from the previous meeting was referenced, and inquiries about procuring an aeroplane-tory for carnival travel were referred to authorities. A prize for best decorated boat and a raffled gig were arranged, with Miss Dowling named honorary donor collector.
Melbourne Saturday reports the Cup secured by Lempriere at Caulfield under Victorian Amateur Turf Club auspices. Odds quoted show betting on the winner and various times and stakes across the Card with multiple placings and wagers noted.
Saturday matches at the Show Grounds featured the Band teams and A teams in a tense cricket duel. A notable innings included 178 for the A team, with key contributions from Jay Johnstone, Dobson, and Stephens. Final scores show the A team winning by 185 runs, aided by precise bowling from Johnstone and Stephens.
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