Local Turf Association Cricket Season Opens 1914
The town's Turf Association begins play tomorrow with East Fremantle vs Y.L.U.A at East Grove, and North Fremantle No 1 meeting Fremantle Oval. Cast includes last season stars Walter Wilson era, Ernie Jones, Tom Hogue, and Bert Banks. Umpires named for all three matches: East Fremantle versus YMCA at East Fremantle, North Fremantle No 1 versus Lysvers, North No 2 versus South Fremantle.
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Gast Fremaine
Tou Wilson
Winotell
Foto Tom's Club
Masty
Lombard Street
Alc.a
Willie Jones
Prent
Pre
M.C.A
Uly Perth Jam
Mil
Lumpars
Tom Hogue
Bowier
Tom
Fremantle
Lumpers
Ernie Jones
Norths No
Bert Banks
Association
Norths No. 2
Banks
East Fremantle
Nipper Trustott
Claremont
Davies
North
South
Rose and
Pady
Wanderers Cup drama closes season with Fremantle win
The British Association report notes Thistle clinched the league by beating Claremont Glebe 3-0 while Fremantle triumphed 3-1 over Jandakot in the Glick Cup match. Fremantle’s late goals, Poole and Lamb, stirred hope, yet hospitality gaps marred travel. Thistle earns multiple cups, with Fremantle praised for brave defense and clever play as the season ends.
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Thistle
Wanderers’ Cuy
Claremont Glebe
Ktungers Glebe
Glick Cuy
Isteat Tve
Claremont Janiory
Fremantle
Jandakot
The Great War Compositions From Central School Lads
A Central School magazine issue praises war era essays on frontline incidents and character. It features a detailed biographical sketch of Lord Kitchener, chronicling his rise from Royal Engineers to Field Marshal and Secretary of War, highlighting his leadership during Egypt, Sudan, India, and South Africa.
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Une Selina
M.grave
Lord Slichener
Royal Engineers
Egypt
Lord Kitchener
Soudan
Mobil
Himsell
England
Thi
South Africa
Lord Roberts
India
British Empire
Kitchener
Khartoum
First Encounter of Warship and Submarine in Early War
The article recounts an early battle between a battleship and a submarine, describing the submarine’s design with conning tower and ballast tanks, its dive procedure, and the dramatic chase by a German battle group in the North Sea. It notes a moment when a German sailor glimpsed a submarine periscope and the German ships responded with cautious maneuvers.
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Aduira
Welivesque
Ava
Hell
Kre Rer Historis
Sillers
Hoailie Antimarine
Anii
Willy Heirae
Ormaan
Ie Danker Ace
Submarine Incident Silent Battle On The Sea
A terse report describes a submarine encounter in fog and fire as a lone undersea craft surfaces after a clash with an enemy flotilla. The Birmingham waits with guns ready while observers note the submarine’s number and letters before a torpedo strike sends it to the depths.
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Birmingham
Lke & Stone
Bernhardi's War Aims and Allied Battles Briefed
A German general Von Bernhardi argues that Germany must dominate the world to spread civilization, while warning of Italy and England as threats. The piece recounts key Allied and Belgian defenses, including Liège and the Longwy-Lille fronts, as German forces fail to break Belgian resistance and face attrition.
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von Bernhardt
Germany
Italy
Uf Eughind
Henne
Pragce
France
Belgium
Angustat
England
Vernmard
Bernhardt
Leman Remembered With County Friends For Years To Come
The passage reflects on Leman joining memories with the Ailles, destined to dwell in the countymen's memories for many years. The text anticipates enduring esteem and shared recollections among local communities.
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Leman
Ailles
War and Remembrance at Fremantle Park Training Ground
A school community notes boys training as soldiers at Fremantle Park, tents dotting the field where games are played, drill sessions from half past two to four, and reflections on Britain and France fighting a common foe. The piece recalls Kipling and a pledge to remember ancestors as war grows closer.
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Fremantle Park
Arti
Uume
Beletun
Germany
The Fall of Antwerp in the Great Upheaval
The fall of Antwerp is depicted as a tragic setback for the Allies and Belgium. The piece recounts Belgium’s resistance, German advances from Namur to Antwerp, and the strategic implications of German control including risk to Britain from proximity and potential Dutch incursions.
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Antwerp
Belgium
Germany
Britain
Holland
Rhine
A Modern Battleship and Britain’s Defence
A piece extols battleships as Britain’s backbone, praising their steel might and speed. It notes steam and oil propulsion, heavy 12 inch guns, signaling tubes, wireless telegraphy, and the crew’s hard work. The text recalls naval history, the role of sailors, and honors Alfred de Grost while envisioning ships sailing to sea in search of adventure.
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Britain
Alfred de Grost
Lritvik
A Soldier's Life and War Courage Amidst Duty
A wartime sketch portrays a British soldier's life with grit and humor. It notes his gear, routines, and care for horse, while emphasizing resilience and loyalty to king and country amid danger. The piece blends praise of discipline with reflections on endurance and duty.
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Jane
Hattle
Erith
PHE Camp at Permantle Park
Report describes Australian troops mobilising for active service at Permantle Park. About 40 tents form encampment with sentries at gates. Soldiers rise to cold breakfast, drill, signalling with flags, and rifle practice. Twice weekly squads march to wireless station for relief duties.
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J. Woodhouse
Claseba
Australia
Premantle Park
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