This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1918
Page
3
A chaotic OCR list details master grocers and various firms arranging subscriptions and gifts. It mentions individuals, company names, and amounts including £81 193 and £532, with numerous personal names and locations, hinting at a charitable or fundraising context and a Protestant channel in the notices.
Disjointed report describes farmers planning to stack wheat amid a strike. Mentions unions, officials, and actions by farmers across regions, with scattered references to committees, volunteers, and community notices. The text includes unrelated fragments about worship, public services, and books.
Readable fragments detail Geelong soldiers with medals returning from war. Names include Douglas and Spires, with mentions of Gallipoli, homecoming scenes, and community figures. The item records a local tribute and identifies several service members and places linked to the campaign.
A garbled OCR passage lists numerous names and places with military references. It appears to hail Corio soldiers returning and mentions figures like Captain Weak Bermond and Captain GL, among many others, in a dense, error-filled chunk of text.
Christmas day services listed for multiple churches with varied times and formats. Includes accounts of sunrise and afternoon prayers, cannons, and special fellowship events with communities such as Astishy Tribal and St. Peter and Zale Circles. Details cover locations, times, and allied observances to be announced tomorrow.
The Wheat Pool minister Seater Russel announced negotiations with Norway for a sale of wheat at about 68 a bushel. The deal covers wheat from Victoria and South Australia with final shipment planned months away and the sale expected to be completed soon with cargoes to follow to Scandinavia.
A garbled 19th century column discusses influenza and a whisky gargle urged by Dr Sharp. It mentions a district health officer, quarantine, and experiments on mucous membranes, with references to public health measures, early clinical observations, and contested infection control ideas.
A fragmentary Geelong district military notice reports sailors and soldiers in the area, naming individuals such as Burney, Frank Vee, and Norman D. with references to captures, honors, and fatalities. It references memorial sentiments, war service, and local regimental connections amid a chaotic OCR text.
Berlin reports note the Congress endorsing extreme authority for the Soviet to oversee Germany and Prussia, with a People’s Commission to supervise Cabinets, appointees to be drawn from major parties, and a special Soviet committee empowered to depose officials as the Wasilian Assembly convenes.
A garbled early 20th century censorship note depicts American General authorities threatening strict discipline for newspapers and editors. The fragment references suppression of propaganda, control over press content, and possible penalties for published material deemed disloyal. Names and dates are unclear due to the damaged OCR.
President Poincaré praised King Victor Emmanuel of Italy for guiding Franco Italian relations toward pacific collaboration. The French leader highlighted Italy's role in strengthening ties and diplomatic cooperation, emphasizing unity through mutual interests and historical alliance.
Fragmentary report notes accusations and arraignments amid wartime leadership trials. Mentions Vienna and Austrian National Council, with references to the royal crown grounds and a plan to repurpose a castle into a children s home.
Reuters reports South African casualties totaling 1 608 across East West and Central Africa and overseas. It notes 1 800 casualties in East Africa with 1 200 due to disease. Wives and shore/offshore losses referenced. figures include about 600.
An interview with Sir Robert Watson discusses safeguarding human rights and future reform. Reports from London, Glasgow, and other cities note British Labour support for Wilson and the Paris Peace Conference. Predictions mention Germany’s penalties and the approaching January summit amid Empire tensions.
The article notes President Wilson's planned European tour and discussions with royal representatives. It mentions a canceled Christmas event and the need for a succinct itinerary. The piece highlights Wilson's aim to detail his voyage amid ongoing diplomacy and international relations.
An appeal from the Lettich government to the United NationsDST seeks support over a sea conflict involving Lithonia Liettior and regional tensions. The missive cites concerns about Mus ann poovintes and a BrennehOver mission to gather evidence on alleged actions by Ukrainian forces.
Reports indicate discussions on the next press conference to be held in Canada with key figures including Sir Tobark Borden and Princ Maier of Canada. A proposal for an Asia and Canadian Governments summit is noted, with a July date floated and references to the Empire Press Conference in Australia.
Domestic hints discussed by prominent speakers at Australia House as wives and widows seek better homes in new land. Majors Campbell Middleton and Captain Cnemichael addressed travel safety and infant care on the voyage while urging Australian life policy reforms as danger passes.
A Reuters-compiled Daily News editorial urges Allied unity to shape postwar Germany and Russia. It warns delay risks anarchic Germany, hindering restoration of industry and a capable government. It notes British and American debates on intervention and public reaction to Wilson’s London visit.
Fragmented text depicts Labourites wary of outside influence during a period of war talk, mentioning Britain, Russia, and the United States. Scattered clauses reference political factions, public unease, and looming conflicts, with garbled OCR hampering clear attribution of people or events.
A pre-war memorandum notes a temporary rise in world mercantile shipping, with Sir James Wilson predicting supply will rise via industrial reorganization. He forecasts rates may fall to double pre-war, total tonnage matching past peaks and surpassing them by year end, aiding repatriation needs for American and Dominion troops.
A garbled list details Hon HD Richardson and others headed for holidays, with Melbourne, Adelaide, and India travel notes. Mentions Mr Harry Dechervaise, Ay Aldnege elley, and W A Jones, plus a Melbourne trip and Christmas leave. Also references Mr Bertram Jobe, Mr Johnston, Mrs F Middleton, and staff at Hawkes Lins with gifts. Fortunes, deaths, and social notes mix in with travel and personal notices.
The Acting Minister for the Navy Mr Boynton states the ships now being built in Sydney cost over 21000020 and would be inefficient. He notes 8 vessels under construction would cost 1080000 and be of the highest quality. The government acted as shipping demand rose, to meet Australian needs amid potential outcry.
Government received official intimation of Senator Longs vacant seat. In Premier absent, Attorney General Propsting said both Houses will meet jointly about January 14 to resume the racecar parliamentary session adjourned last Thursday.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.