Russia's Campaigns and War News Across Fronts
London and Rome report on Austrians retreating after attacks, with heavy losses on both sides. Italy massing troops on the northeast frontier, Turkey debating capital move to Asia Minor, Young Turks blamed. Russian forces push back despite winter thaw. Katwyk sinking triggers Dutch war sentiment. Persian front fighting, Turkish naval action, and aerial raids noted. Peace mood and Constan tinople placards signal unrest in the empire.
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London
le Temps
Turkey
Tuterial Council
Ottoman Empire
Fardanelles
Cone Stantinople
Asia Minor
Ger Hs
DARDANELLES REPORTS BRITISH BATTLESHIPS BOMBARD GABATSPEN
Telegram from Constantinople says British battleships Majeatic and Swifisure bombarded Gabatspen fortifications near the Dardanelles on Thursday. Reports in European papers discuss peace proposals and possible German reconciliation with Britain around May. German journals predict a separate treaty with Russia as Germany faces a shaky eastern front.
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Amsterdam
Constantinople
Majeatic
Swifisure
Gabatspen
Dardanelles
London
Kreuz Zeitung
Berlin
Germany
Britain
Vuerwaerts
Wertin “Kreuz Zeitung
Certainy
Russia
Railway Smash Kills Temora MP in Melbourne Express Crash
A serious railway wreck near Indlong on the southern line between the Melbourne express from Albury and the Penora mail from Sydney caused one death and injuries to at least 13 others. Mr Thomas, Temora member for the Federal party, was killed. several colleagues including West Wab McDougal Carr Spence and Long were injured or shaken, with others affected by shock.
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Sydney
Indlong
Melbourne
Mr. Thomas
Temora
Messrs West
Wab
McDougal
Carr
Spence
Long
jMederid Party
Fremantle Fire Destroys Wook Son and Co Premises
A major blaze gutted the premises of Wook Son and Co wholesale grocers on Cantonment Street in Fremantle. Damages are estimated at £50,000 plus, with the fire discovered shortly before nine and complete destruction by ten. Nearby buildings on Adelaide Street were affected, and recent fires have raised concerns of spread through stored warehouse goods.
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Frumantle
Wook Son and Co
Cantonment Street
Sonanit Co
Fisher Weard
Inelaide-Street
Aue
Northampton District Rails Hoard Election Results Report
From Our Correspondent April 16 Northampton results show central ward members Russell and Allen elected with various mayoral and council votes. Weather shifts from heat to rain. Ring Hall hosts a fancy dress ball by Church of England fonds. Hampton Road tank building completed. local social events and a trotting depot interest noted along with oyster visits and riverine amusements.
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Annhar
Northampton
Roails
K- Russell
Ro Allen
Anturmaat
Smith
W Allen
Co Burges
Sen
Church of England Building Fonds
Ring’ Hall
Hampton Road
Mie
Uwe Phare
Local Election News With Marriages And Road Board Picks
The report details election results and retirements for roads boards, noting Clark and Ler as retiring supervisors and new appointments including Charl Wax as chairman. It mentions a wedding between Miss Mirguot Kadai and a Willow Heney line, with Rev Rathor O Seul officiating, and updates on polling visits and weather during campaign days.
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Fom
Kotey
Firat
Kieth Shaw
Hteekoner
Plawa
Miriris
Kelly Whee
Hialan
Valesar
Clark
Ler
Tensen
Othe
Farmer
Veyne
Boeing
Warses
Walter
Avery
Rowptinl
Mia Warddat
Abe
Oliver’s
Wartiar
Alsin Vikels
Ratheny
Closed Hours Debate Sparks Liquor Ban Talk
Local discussions on shop and hotel closing hours intensify as officials and business owners clash over liquor sales and urban order. Antonio Di Seever and others voice concerns on price, access, and social impact amid a tense townwide exchange.
Turf Meeting Results From Sydney Turf Club
The Turf, TATIERAA 3 CLUB MEETING in Sydney on April 17 yielded results from Saturday races. Details include turf events such as a two mile Turdle Race with Libbwatnke Merrining Luiting and a Denman Stakes with Lady Denon Silvie Laws, plus other listed stakes and winners with stakes, placements, and prize notes.
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Sydney
Whim
Lady Denon Silvie Laws Heattle Detting
Valedictory at Nabh awal Hotel marks Langfield farewell
A large crowd gathered on the fifth inst at the spacious ball room of the Nabh awal Hotel to honor Mr. and Mrs. Langfield as they depart the district for New South Wales. Guests included Mr. Campbell and many district residents who paid tribute to their service and wished them health and success in the coming move.
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Nabhawal
Dnd
Lamfield
New South Wales
Lamyrinth
Mama Eer
Chipnad
J. Campbell
Mins Langfield
Hawefield
Petit Mr. Hearkuy
Dutlistone
Mie Laksield
I Sholo Bnei
Iotirenae
Llehiek
Min
Hangiel
Gaptell
Piper Playin
Awit
Langtielt
Jangiehl
Tess Res
Winvelt
Langeeld
Latgield
Disteyer
Chapman State Farm
State Bar Cies
Belgian Relief Fund Donations Noted With Acknowledgments
Personal note records Belgian Relief Fund giving totals including £754 by Me Kitching and £710 from Chapmai and others. The text recounts grief over a death in the community, mentions Mr Vidal Peayper the Australian cricketer and Christian leader, and notes his hospital state and public mourning.
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Heart of Enelice Party
Chapmai & Sduse
Vidal Peayper
Australia
Wis
Market Reports From Melbourne to Adelaide Trade
Market activity shows steady to firmer tone with parcels and wheat trading. prices varied across yards and commodities. Reports note busier week with improved demand for fresh wines, oats, and staples, while transport and logistics affected by week’s conditions.
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Daleety
Ad Che
Madok
Ayr
Smee
Joe Ace
Tty
Ak UK
Mick
Mort Adelaide
Melbourne
Pertiy
Soeare
Audi
Lhas
Fragmented Correspondence on Revenue and Land Tax Shrinkage
Correspondence discusses government revenue from land values and rents, noting arrears and potential shrinkage for the year. It analyzes tax measures, rent arrears, and the impact on revenue, with critical remarks on government estimates and fiscal policy. The writer cites timing, assessments, and possible enforcement actions affecting revenue projections.
Morawa District Sees Early Crops And Busy Socials
The Morawa area reports sunnier rains aiding early sowing and promising crops in Victoria District. Federation paddock shows vigorous growth while mail service improves via motor. A State School concert on April 1 impressed, with praise for Miss Harrix and local performers. A picnic and dancing event followed with large attendance despite unsettled weather, as forecasts predict a favorable season ahead.
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Prom Gur
Prater
Federation
Vietoria
Harrix
Marete Granviie
Hepworth
Valentins
Helles
Annie
Alf Evans
Dany
Wea Lemen
Mekers
A. Evans
Praver
Mixx
J Reid Agar
Weither
Labor Member Enlists as Private in Espionage Fore
A Labor member named Morice announced his intention to enlist as a private in the Espemitionars Fores during a Parliament Labor Party meeting. He appeared at Blackbay Hill camp that afternoon and left the party meeting to proceed to enlist, while colleagues confirmed his decision.
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Alin
Jmrow Rer
Mr. Price
Labor Party
Morice
Inelina
Blackbay Hil
Museu
Upper Chapman Roads Board Election Result Review
Fragmented notice lists ward positions and candidates with many OCR errors. Apparent result shows North Ward and other seats contested with several named figures like Haw hnge, Seve Ward, Aen Bastin, Ginenponed, and North Ward entries. No clear winners or official counts are readable from the text.
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Hiesibate Heard Seve
Charles Haw
Inappanen
Aen Bastin
Original Verse on Water and Temperance Protests
A fragmented verse recounts temperance themes featuring mentions of Mulgan, Kitchener, and a royal figure. It critiques alcohol, praises abstinence, and recalls public debates about water drinking in wartime Britain with scattered, unclear lines.
Civil Service Struggle Over Wages and Hours Debate
A tumultuous dispute unfolds as the government faces resistance to wage hikes and shortened working hours for civil servants. Pro government and opposition voices clash over policy, with warnings of broader economic strain and potential measures to clamp down on protests. The debate signals heightened tensions between party factions and the public service amid looming financial pressures.
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Scaddau
cePhain
Pulicieuans
Cyril Ser View
Juto
Council of the Ansetas Tom
Dante
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Tatieraa
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Hugal Teui
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Asteraidr
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Arrour
Morawa
Labor
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the Civil Service
the Government
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