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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1918
Page
3
A garbled wire service reel surveys Allied and German war actions, political tensions, and public opinion. It notes American debate over neutrality, German wartime claims, and calls for mobilization as leaders discuss strategic moves and civil impacts.
In a House of Commons review Sir Brit Geddes praised the concrete housing system used in national shipyards. He noted its practical, economical design and its success in producing durable accommodations for workers, with blocks and slats constituting most of the housing and a high percentage of the current shipyard facilities.
Fragmentary Ad veetisee details a suburban incident involving a sergeant, officers, and a crowd. It notes court proceedings, municipal finances, and a fireworks ban during celebrations, with multiple named officials and local figures referenced amid unclear text.
Fragmented OCR text shows Corangamite by election results with incomplete figures. It notes a 1800 absentee or voting base and adds 1068 to a total, mentioning individuals like Seale and Seale fin bins, with unclear context and broken names.
A fragmented personal notice lists local figures and associations including the West Cemifer's Club supper, acknowledgments from Howard Pronck treasurer, and thanks to members for their support. It references a deceased person, Adel fame, and a birthday note, with mentions of holidays, auditors, and civic groups in a retrospective community record.
News from Ceelong and district reports casualties and injuries. Messages from soldiers and local officials describe wounded men including Roe, Roe, and North Gealous, with unclear details on locations and status.
Repatriation measures discussed by the Exturmal Sailors and Soldiers mainral Leagier lijarvieveed with leaders G R Palmer and A M David proposing recovering prop the Stars feards. Senator Millan urged expediting vocational training. Training Committee to confer with education and technical schools this week. intake figures noted for choir courses and authors involved.
A reader questions the claim that Sunday is the Sabbath and challenges the Methodist Church stance on strict Sabbath keeping. The letter argues for truth and seeks clear evidence of whether Sunday qualifies as the Lord's Day.
An OCR fragment reports victims named Wakura and Spline, with mentions of quarantine, a passenger Mabuso, and references to a state program. The text is garbled, showing broken names, locations, and incomplete phrases about maintenance and a medical epidemic context.
Fragmentary report discusses Protestant churches and Catholic leadership in the Commonwealth era. It notes roles of Archbishop Wright and Archbishop Kelly, mentions chaplains and censorship, and references religious regulation amid military service and quarantine.
The report concludes police actions lacked evidence to justify charges. Experts argue the alleged misconduct was unfounded and not substantiated in extending the commission or related actions.
Multiple correspondents in London and stock exchanges clash over Berlin’s fate as Germany nears upheaval. Reports shift from Bolshevik-style revolts to imperial crackdowns, with British and colonial ties weighing Britain’s WWII era stance and potential impact on the war’s endgame.
Berlin reports mass actions as workers press socialization attempts and profit sharing against factory owners. A widespread labor movement grows, aided by postwar discontent, threatening business stability and prompting fears of strikes, bankruptcies, and social upheaval across industries. The piece notes rising demands, political tension, and a weakened state amid Munich and Berlin unrest.
Reports from Berlin say the former German Empress is near death from heart failure as doctors attend her in Berlin. Von Munich dispatches indicate unrest over Empress in exile Charles of Austria’s potential residence in the Confederation due to Holland’s political stance. Allies have written to the Dutch Government seeking clarification on the Holland situation.
Renter quotes Winston Churchill as proposing nations assess moral and aerial preparations and secret armaments. He warns such hidden weapons pose a great danger and could prevent fearful catastrophe.
Berlin reports claim Marshal Puchtula Keoszbael as a delegate seeking terms from Lie coupled Teions for a conference in Gu Fiots. Allies decline recognition of the Soviets and discuss extending occupation while negotiations continue at Troves amid Allied insistence on concession limits. The Armistice Commission stays in Troves as policy preliminaries are set for transfer to an administrative body.
A New York Tribune correspondent reports President Wilson faces intense scrutiny during his arrival in Paris. British and French labor leaders press for indemnities and annexations while crowds line Avenue de Bois and Avenue de Toulon to view the procession. Reports say French labor will not participate, and allied leaders hope to hear Wilson’s policy stance amid mounting expectations.
The report notes a British naval officer in northern Russia and Allied advances. Advices from Kieth tata indicate Ben Cossicks defeated the Bolsheviks in a Wednesday battle near Novotcher. A Swedish naval observer arrives from Pygrad claiming the Welshavit lenders dismissed the question of the Soviet crime with a small majority favoring hold of Jer.
Journal accounts claim German forces razed towns in Belgium with mass executions and arson. Officials report public shootings at Aron and widespread killings while authorities suggest higher orders may have sanctioned systematic destruction.
General cables report naval and land actions across Europe and beyond. Japan’s stance, Belgian forces along the Rhine, Wiesbaden occupation rumors, and British leaders named amid WWI talks. Racing and sport notes include Moore-Wilde result. RAF and naval standings listed. Portugal’s president assassinated. Lipton envisions racing captaincy aiming for Baghand.
A special representative reports little disorder in Saturday’s polling with notable activity among working women. Labor gains possible but Asquith Liberals may still face losses. Golders Green scene noted, including Libs and Coalition candidate dynamics.
Fragmentary report describes H H Asquith at a meeting questioning Lord Roberts era war leaders and supper details as the audience pressed on during a debated session. The record shows confusion amid remarks and strained phrasing with several unclear names and actions.
A garbled OCR fragment depicts political satire and heckling around a late 19th or early 20th election. It references figures such as Lloyd George, the Liberal or Gladstonian camp, and slogans about conscription, with jokes about newspapers and public gullibility. The text includes garbled names and phrases, mentioning elections, parties, and public reactions.
Fragmented report notes Mamen may go to Australia for an aerial survey expedition. It mentions secrecy by the Air Ministry, possible Darwin landing by Captain Ross Smith, plans for a 38 station route, and a prize for the British leg. Names like Montague and General Galmond appear amid scattered details of equipment depots and routes via Europe and Asia.
Fragmented debate in the House of Representatives centers on wartime profits and proposed provisions for extraordinary earnings. Key figures like Mr Watts and Sir Samuel Bridie oppose and support various amendments aiming to regulate profits with calls for distribution and ministerial oversight while noting long-standing fiscal implications and historical wartime contexts.
Fragmented lines discuss spying on Rusons in Minebane and police surveillance. Mentions Mr Bulls and Moray Greene addressing prison trouble, and questions about suitable cite for Qiuretie in New South Wales. References export figures, government proportions, and travel concessions with unclear context.
The parliament debated government plans for farm policy and a constitutional substitution proposal. Government aims to seek assent from the House on various amendments while a select committee examines measures affecting the general assembly and election procedures. The session adjourned as the Forestry Bill passed and the house closed for the day.
A crisis loomed as ministers debated the Metropolitan Tramways Bill today. Members clashed over class limits while negotiations with the Legislative Council stalled. Some urged compromise with the Council to avert further ministerial embarrassment. Others warned of stepping down amid parliamentary tensions.
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