Three British Divisions Hold New Line Near Bailleul
On the Western Front the enemy with 22 divisions attacked with three picked divisions delivering the assault. After a fierce struggle the Germans gained high ground near Bailleul and entered the town. The British retire to new positions north of Bailleul. An attack near Wytschaete was repulsed with several prisoners taken.
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Wytschaete
Percival Phillipe
Neuve Keilor
Gina
Harmon
Jane
Ballileu
Fractured Front News From Neuve Chapelle Campaign
Western Front reports intense enemy bombardments near Bailleul and Neuve Chapelle. German forces launched heavy assaults, captured high ground, and inflicted prisoners. British lines held with high toll to enemy, plus heavy fighting described as a costly, drawn out engagement.
Germanys tactics sale aim sinullation
The War Department weekly review says Germany will resume limited objectives as its tactic. Germany seeks only to annihilate British armed forces, with conquered terrain of little value. After no clear victory, officials warn another war winter may be needed.
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New York
Department of War
Weekly Review
Geregny
Germany
TVG
Shwe
Austentia
Victor Torsley
Harry John- Stom
Brew
Henry Havelock
Atate
Commander Albert Garenne Arrives in Sydney for Pacific Command
Telegrams report Commander Albert Garenne has been appointed to lead French possessions in the Pacific and arrived in Sydney from Braver. He predicts Allied unity will prevail, says Germany aims for Calais and Berlin, and credits General Foch with likely decisive action.
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Braver
Anthea
Brittuh
Calat
Armee
Ome
Foch
British Line Holds In Sharp Lys Front Battle
Late dispatches say German forces under Hindenburg attack along the Lys from Merville to Neuve Eglise. Ballalech fell, railleul shelled as German troops pressed from the south. Allied counter fire and stubborn defense kept key positions, with fresh reinforcements aiding the British line amid intensified bombardment near Neuve Eglise and surrounding villages.
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United Prete Association
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Balllech
Alan Ravelshers
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Alpine Corps
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Somme
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Field Marshal Haig's Report Update from Arras Front
London April 10 Field Marshal Haig reports a morning bombardment and trench fighting near Boyelles and Arras. The telegram notes casualties including Lieut. F Carson, with Mr and Mrs Carson learning of their son's death, and expresses condolences to the bereaved family.
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GovernamCeneral
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Tudor
Ryan
Holman
Toamorrow
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Southwarch
Arras
FY Carson
Mra Curepa
Yeterday
Northampton
Lieut
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Anzac Day Commemoration Meeting Proposes Service
A crowded Nemda council meeting at the Town Hall considered memorial plans for Anzac Day. The Mayor urged support for the Red Cross, with calls for school addresses, a morning parade, and afternoon sports. Ministers may conduct special services, shops close to permit attendance, and a march from school to Town Mall with cadets and veterans.
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Me F Gren
Red Cross Society
Thie
Sergt. Thomas
Miss Carter
Sergi Odum
Red Cross
Mountain
Bolle
Wilson
Sand
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TR. Sleclair
Lupp
Mir Sinclair
Geraldton
Strelak
Craven
Cameron
Childsen
Chinese Watters Fined for Common Gaming House
In Perth, four Chinese waiters at the Weld Club were fined and ordered to contribute £1 with costs to the State Treasury after being found in a common gaming house. The report notes surrounding issues with a North Murchison bore and water for travelers, mentioning related disruptions and a water flaw.
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China
Weld
Perth
Howe
North Murchison
Uwl
Duty and discipline in wartime recruiting appeals
A letter from a resident denounces slackers and urges immediate enlistment as Australia faces wartime strain. The writer cites officials, veterans, and public appeals, condemning those who avoid service while urging eligible men to join the front. A Geraldton byline and date are included.
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Australia
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Suicide Rates In America Rise In 1915 Study Says
Am erican cities show a high 1915 suicide rate of 20.7 per cent. San Francisco and Sacramento post the highest state rates with 55.7 and 51.2 per 100 000, while New York Spectator notes California cities report rising figures. Firearms and poisoning lead methods, with thousands of self inflicted deaths across the period 1910 14 and 1915.
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New York Spectator
San Diego
California
San Francisco
Sacramento
Aarvers
War shipping debate and trade effects in wartime press
The article discusses British steamers captured by enemy forces and the impact on Allied and neutral merchant shipping. It cites Lloyd's Register figures on world tonnage and trade shifts, noting wartime disruptions, shipping losses, and summaries of wartime economic strain across major maritime powers.
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