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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 02, 1914
Page
5
Reports from Ossian and Kushan describe brutal reprisals and hangings of peasants while German forces advance. Wilson faces criticism over ship losses as the United States distances from the war. Vienna protests mine placements in the Adriatic and Russian forces claim a major surround near Dukle with captures of matériel and prisoners.
A German wireless message in London confirms Allied pressure on the German line and notes advances at several points. Prince Oscar, fifth son of the Emperor, is ill with heart weakness and invalided home. Prince Joachim, sixth son, was wounded but now convalescent. Other sons remain at the front. Paris dispatches report German officers looting silverware near Compeigne and hoisting red cross flags to avoid fire.
At yesterday’s executive meeting the Ladies Patriotic League decided to resume sewing meetings at the Shire Hall and Red Cross Society hall. Sessions will run Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday. Donations to the fund are welcome. The Lord Mayor’s Fund totals £117,225 with £5,000 pledged and £16,000 already spent for relief.
Jack Howe, a young Birregurra resident, was injured last week when a tank toppled during water carting from the river. His leg was broken and he received medical attention. Meanwhile Mt Gellibrand State School plans a lengthy break as it shifts closer to the church with three months’ construction tender approved and work to start soon.
The message to the Minister of Eternal Affairs from the High Commissioner's office details limited advance and ongoing fighting. Left wing activity in the north develops slowly while Tracy c Mont repulses an enemy attack. From Rheims to the Meuse there is no change, and severe fighting continues in Woevre as the right wing remains unchanged.
Report from Kiel Oshagen state the canal crowded with warships including the largest battleship of the German fleet. Arsenal in weakness, trains arriving with Krupp armaments. Sixth German naval casualty list lists 0 officers and 435 men missing. No engagement officially reported since the Heligoland fight.
The British Admiralty reports the German cruiser Emden captured several ships including the King Lad Ribera Foyle and Kumeric in Indian waters. The Emden also seized the collier Buresk. Crews were transferred to the steamer Drysdale and landed at Colombo.
The Baroness recalls that before retreat the Crown Prince stayed two days at her chateau near Champaubert southwest of Rheims. He seized arms jewels icons and vases and ordered furmiture pictures and tapestries destroyed.
An official report to Mr Harold Sewell vice consuls at Liverpool cites conversations with wounded French soldiers. It records German atrocities and cruel treatment of women, naming details from several interviews. The document notes indiction of American insistence on action on the Continent and references statements by Mr Copland.
The Cresy Tennis Club opened last Saturday with a temporary wind screen and eight mixed and men’s matches. Results included 6 2 wins for several pairs, a visit from Lismore next Saturday, and Ko Poynton elected secretary of the Railway Tennis Club. Parish notices include Baird’s farewell sermon and a church meeting on October 1 to discuss arrangements for his succession. Weather notes mention light rain and variable wind, with slow crop progress but encouragement in the wheat crops.
Provisional government forces debate repeal of the Home Rule Act as regards Ulster after the war. Sir Edward Carson warned of Ulster's rights and Mr Bonar Law pledged Unionist support for Ulster if needed, though he favored no forced action.
The new Minister for Home Affairs Mr Wo4 Archibald declares policy giving labor preference to union members on department projects. Applicants must state union membership and show a peace card on starting work. Foremen to be notified. Permanent Commonwealth employees and certain temporary hires are exempt.
The Colac Golf Club ladies will play for the monthly medal on Saturday afternoon. The event gathers club members for a low scoring round, with prize recognition for top finishers and a social gathering after play.
The club held its annual meeting at Nerwich Ouasbere with strong attendance. Treasurer R. Dillon reported a solid financial position, debts cleared, and future liabilities modest. Officers were elected, while a caretaker for grounds and a membership fee rise were recommended to fund operations. several districts added new players and the season record shows seven wins from twelve matches.
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