War at the Dardanelles Details of Fierce Naval Action
The Admiralty reports sweeping operations at the Dardanelles progressed. British battleships Queen Elizabeth and Invincible attacked forts while ships like HMS Irresistible and Triumph engaged, with heavy mines and torpedo tubes used. Losses included the cruiser Bouvet and several others. disasters and sustained bombardment defined the action as fleets pressed the Narrows and surrounding fortifications.
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Admiralty
Atuah Hem
Queen Elizabeth
Prince George
Kurnyexr
Ettum Hanmiteon
Suffean
Ganlots
Aivamedit
Testa
Martin
Byrly
Lie Bouvet
Ovean
Aim Tausal
Wlite
Gautols
Liv
teAog
Yalu
Ely Ban
Ty Hess
The Lost Ships and a Dated Maritime Tale
Fragmentary OCR recounts a maritime story with references to ships and events dated 1834 and various names. The legible bits hint at a voyage, a battle or loss, and a dramatic scene surrounding the era's seafaring.
Old Ships and Naval Warnings Highlight Worn Forces
A naval expert warns that damaged ships and crews remain a concern in the North Sea and amid recent battles. The piece notes at least one vessel destroyed and mentions Lord Fisher, Waterson, Harrie Mower, and Brivakn in the murky post engagement context with unclear outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iyaney
Monuay
North Sea
Fisher
Brivakn
Trance
Whrosty
Van
Queen Elizabeth at Sea Fleet Skirmish Report
Fragmentary wartime dispatch describes naval operations involving the Queen Elizabeth and corraspondenc status. It mentions aircraft, landings, a 40 division, and demolition of fares with planes failing to locate targets, resulting in casualties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocher
Unknown German fort sits near Russian border in East Prussia
The fragment describes Hessian forces in German territory near a northern German Empire port town with a defensive fort. It notes proximity to the Russian border and mentions a sea port and a mara (likely town) in East Prussia. Details are garbled and uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frontinr
East Prussia
Triai
Mare
The German Blockade Reported by Admiralty
The Admiralty states since the war began 14 allied merchant vessels have been sunk or captured by enemy cruisers while 11 were mined or submarined totaling 22 770 tons. Arrivals from United Kingdom ports of steamers over 200 tons numbered 42 260, with 143 faster vessels also noted.
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Sydney
Admiralty
Aritah
United Kingdom
War News From The Front Mixed With Production Warnings
Sydney reports Lord Kitchener plans to use Easter batteries of collieries for one or two days warning of possible mine curtailments. Paris Figaro notes Belgian losses estimated at £267,070,000 in January. Neuve Chapelle fighting praised for gallantry with high leadership. British casualties listed, 83 killed, 106 wounded, 10 missing. Indian troops noted and Karleruhe crew believed moved to Germany via Rio Grande.
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Sydney
Monany
Kitchoner
Egypt
Lydidw
Waty
Paris Figaro
Belgium
Gemman
John Prem
Treops
Neuve Chapelle
Lloyd George
Chanel
Anne
Ms Co
Germany
Tees
Sauthiatt
Worcestershires
Sud
Neuve
Weston
Otis Cara
Neuve Chapalle
Elle
Admiralty
Jhur Uerrew
Rio Grande
Albion Hotel Change of Proprietor
Neif H. V. Croft announces he has taken over the Albion Hotel and will operate it as a thoroughly up to date residential and commercial hotel.
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H. V. Croft
George Dunn Takes Over Forbes and District Hotel
George Dunn announces he has taken over the Forbes and District hotel and will run it with strict attention to attract patrons. He notes a history of around 90 years under the previous management and sets new daily rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Dunn
Forbes and District
Proprieter Promotes Local Hotel and Amenities
Proprietor J. J. Flannery touts a long standing hotel offering comfortable rooms and excellent meals. The inn’s cellar stocks top quality wines and spirits with true to label brands. Conveniently located, the hotel presents the farmer’s house as a trusted lodging option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iellar
Heal Farmer's House
Worwich and London Accident Assurance Association Ad
A fragmentary card notes Worwich and London Accident Assurance Association with F Rata Co district representatives offering personal accident workmen's compensation and other accident insurance terms on application.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worwich and London Agcident Assurance Association
Arore
F. Rata & CO
Delightful Heans Essence Cough Remedy Endorsed
A local notice promotes Heans Essence cough remedy as pleasant and fast acting. Testimonials from JA Jones of Weston and Mrs B Smith of Waterbirn Street Brisbarve claim it helps with whooping cough and colds for children. The advertisement emphasizes savings and urges readers to obtain the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Weston
N.S
B. Smith
Waterbirin Street
Brisbarve
Taken Over Well-Known House Becomes First-Class Hotel
The property owner has taken over the famous house and will operate it as a first class commercial and family hotel, continuing the established reputation and services.
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Sumvarene Chat de Dao
Mysterious takeover at Aloves Hotel led by Air Martin
Unclear report outlines Air Martin taking control of Forbes area properties including the Aloves Hotel. Details mention Air Lal Walace planning date line events and a supervised tables setup under Mrs Martin Brealient Stabbys Accommodation and Storage for Motor Cars LP.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AIR Martin
Forbes
Aloves
Air Lal Walace
Martin
Brealient
Classified Ad Buys Hides and Skins with Delivery Options
An old classified notice notes contracts for carrying, furniture removal and storage by Parels Delivery with AM train service. It lists general produce merchants and the purchase of hides and skins, with a terse product code Folephona 158.
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Folephona
New Livery Stable Manager Takes Over Forbes District
Jack Dowley announces takeover of Central Livery Stables on Rankin Street from Jack Robb. Dowley promises attentive service, practical experience with horses, and complete confidence in entrusted business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Livery Stables
Rankin’ Street
Jack Dowley
Forbes and District
Jack Robb
Forbes Wat Purchases Local Business and Offers Painting
F Peters announces the takeover of the business of E Pettort, located near Forbes Times. He offers building and painting work including motor car painting and varnishing from six to fifteen pounds, with all work guaranteed.
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Wml
F. Peters
Forbes Wat
E. Pettort
Lachtanstraat
Forbes
Times
Omoe
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Weaver
R White
Lachlan St
B. P. White
The
Dardanelles
Fevruarys
Aid
Tmiden
Glory
Ocean Ag
Edward Clay
Edward
Oran
Bouvet
F. Rath & Co
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General Smiths
Toutite Warke Pur
Carap Sivicks
Vebleles
Orilee
Suiby
Amd
Shasine Pesarinon
Pho
F. Rath @ Co
Forbes Garage
A. E. Peppercorn
Grinsted
Vance
E. J. Grinsted
Laghlan Street
Abius
Graef
Ming
Iocfnmr
Albert
Patil
Anil
Nuny Woundet
Rmmamed
Hamigqged
Boiyet
Britain
Record Army
Pelinsiia
Unien USA
Poland
Cvorth Paland
Alben
Hynes Tollela
Borin
General War News
Albion Hotel
NEIF
Tattersall's Hotel
J. J. Flannery
Inte
Brisbane
W. Sinclair
Bogs
Forbes Hotel
Post Office Hotel
E Richardson
Hotel Australia
Conzaan
B. Coleman, Rupristor
Club House
LF. Martin
Orange
George Hugo and
Som
Ranking Street
Jack Dowley Rankin
PF Rath & Co
Business Motice
F. Peter S
Lachlan Street
Buy Marshall's
J. Harris
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