Weather Notes and Local Updates from the Region
A NW wind and light rain showers persist with a forecast of possible downpours. July stands among the driest in years. Private cables show Britain aiding low-grade gold mines in Transvaal to sustain output and cover living costs. Golden Horseshoe ore reserves exceed four years of mill capacity. Since 1899 the company paid £3,375,400 in dividends. Rumors swirl that Mr Hughes may return by year’s end, with ministry reassignments discussed. A serial by Murry Graydon debuts in Express next week. Tablet unveiling at the Methodist Church memory of Loras Hancock planned for Bayday morning. A patriotic meeting is set Sunday at 2:30 pm to mark the fourth anniversary of the war declaration.
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Bea
Transwal
Johannesburg
Imperial
Methodist Church
Globe Bremery
Loras Hancock
Death of Mr John Bardon Woodhouse Harndon
Obituary from a regional paper notes the death of Mr Jobs Woodhouse Harndon at his Bradley's Siding home near Walkeway on Tuesday night. He was a Greenough native and son of a well respected family. He leaves a widow and seven children. Funeral was held Thursday morning from 1430 a.m. to Anglican cemetery with a large cortege of 34 vehicles and 20 horsemen. Wreaths listed from many relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements by Geo. Leater.
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Jobs Woodhouse Harndon
Bradley
Armire
Susan
Gladys
Bettie
Fred
Sefina
Geo
A. Woolhouse
Richard and
Dorry Woolhouse
Fitzgerald
James Trumble
Doris
Cyril
Eric
Lethurne
Jamesche Vie
Ana Kenthee
Geo. Leater
Salvation Army and church services during wartime
Church notices outline Salvation Army knee drills and prayer meetings, Catholic Mass at St Xavier's, Church of England anniversary service, Presbyterian commemorations, Methodist intercession Sunday and national intercession theme with sermons and anthems, all noting wartime remembrance and peace themes. Ensign Marion and Rev J T Laneylon cited among speakers.
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Salvation Army
Town Hall
Ensign Marion
Women's Home League
St Xavier's
Church OF England
Holy Com’munion
Western Front Opening With Raids and Artillery Duels
The month begins with raids and artillery duels as Major General Maurice reviews the situation. The text notes decisive action in the east and mentions the assassination of a German field marshal and an adjutant, signaling critical developments.
Foch Reports Raids and Artillery Actions Across Front
Paris reports Generalissimo Foch stating raids and artillery actions occurred along the Montdidier to Gise front. An enemy raid north of Aatheait yielded little, while Franco British planes claimed several enemy aircraft on July 3 18. In Washington, German assaults on the American front failed at Secimges as American forces counterattacked and overwhelmed German troops.
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Paris
Foch
Montdidier
Gise
Washington
Secimges
London
Rhelles
le Ligny
British Raid Advances and French Front Notes
Latest wires report Allied and German actions across western fronts. British forces raided near Lens while artillery remained active at Villers Bretonneux Bucquois Merris and Meteor. American divisions clashed with Prussian Fourth Guards near Leiny with heavy fighting and limited prisoner gains.
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London
Lsig
Lens
Villers Breton
Peux
Buculos
Merris
Meteor
Review by General Maurice on future Western Front strategy
Major-General Maurice analyzes next year’s war plan outlining expected German strategy. He warns against a potential early peace and urges Allies to raise a barrier to German advances. He cites the Czecho-Slovak army as a key opportunity to accelerate action.
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Loudon
Maurice
G Ermans
Huns
Rayson
France
Britain
Germany
Rorsha
Cme Nain
Teason
Ratheim
Murder of Field Marshal von Eichhorn and Adjutant
Amsterdam August 1 official reports state no person threw a bomb at Field Marshal von Eichhorn and his German adjutant. A suspect was arrested as Russian social revolutionaries are blamed for the outrage per Bertin's message.
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von Eichhorn
Amsterdam
The Murder of Von Rich Horn Causing a Sensation
Lonlot Aug 1 The murder at sen Etorhorm has caused consternation in official circles in Germany and has drawn public attention in the United States and France to the Eastern problem.
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Horn
Lonlot
Sen Etorhorm
Germany
Williain
France
Legislation on Lotteries Debated in House of Commons
Report from London notes the House of Commons last evening debated a second reading of a lottery bill allied to wartime funding. Lord Lansdowne and the War Cabinet argued for allowing state held lotteries to raise money while promising safeguards. Archbishop of Canterbury and other leaders opposed the measure citing moral concerns amid wartime needs.
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London
House of Commons
Lord Lansdowne
Lotter
Ross Saiety
A TBEIC Meeting Held in Town Berlin
Abstract notes show a community gathering in Berlin with a focus on public safety, cost concerns, and the broader context of war anniversaries. The event highlighted neighborhood patrimony and local oversight, while officials discussed safety measures and funding implications.
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Berlin
Seventh War Loan Meeting Held in Oceupil Chambers
A public meeting convened by Mayor F Green in the oupeil Chambers for the seventh war loan drew a modest attendance. The Mayor opened with a telegram and a letter from Perth Mayor W Simpson inviting active local participation to form a strong working committee to boost subscriptions. The Central Committee in Perth would oversee statewide operations, with local committees formed across districts and a secretary to be appointed.
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Oupeil
Perth
W. Simpson
Nita
Ie Central Committee
Ino
Gveryan
Altorfor
Chester
Ro. Kelly
A. Banks
Willamsi G
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A- Walgh
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FE Constantine
F.C. Querhei
J.C. Willcock
Ticker
K. Males
Samenstin
Wilson
Mentiplay
F. W. Staddon
Evstion
Future of Stock Raising in Postwar Wheat Debate
The Stead's Teriew article argues the wheat glut will persist as Britain buys less, urging Australian farmers to shift from wheat to stock. It notes high shipping costs, longer transport times, and better profits converting grain to meat or wool, with meat demand rising after the war. It cites declines in global cattle and sheep, stressing meat and wool growth over wheat.
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Australia
Great Britain
Europe
Steal
Argentine
Canaada
Alberratia
India
Chronic Chest Complators Report Pepperming Cure
A health item notes a therapy titled Chronic Chest Complators and mentions Woda Creat Pepperming Cure as a suggested remedy with numeric reference 2594. The fragment hints at a medical claim or ad style listing without clear clinical backing. No confirmed outcomes or authorities are cited.
Victoria Cross hero Lieut Pope killed at Lagincourt
Lieut Charles Pope one of West Australia’s Victoria Cross heroes was killed in action at Lagincourt on April 15. His body and most of his picket were found near eight enemy dead where the cross was won. He joined the 1th Battalion as second lieutenant on February 10, 11. Sir Josiah Symon, KG, Adelaide, attended Perth on a short visit and spoke at the Badge Weir recruiting rally in the Perth Town Hall last night.
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Charles Pope
West Australia
Lagnicourt
C. F.W. Bean
Josiah Symon
Adelaide
Commonwealth
Perth
trans-Australian Express
Josiah
Acreage Forecast of Cereal Crops in 1911
Government Statistician Mr Bennett reviews reports on cereal crop acreage for Abestaxon 1911. Constable notes many farmers reduced wheat planting due to poor conditions and low profitability, with some hay crops neglected. Reports from WH Fanning and others indicate shortages in wheat area due to wet season. overall district crops look healthy but require a fair season to yield.
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Abestaxon
8. Bennett
H.oet
WW. Fanning
Benefit concert aids Mr Gibson at Town Hall
A complimentary concert under the Gera ton Davids’ Todge raised funds for Mr H F Gibson, who suffers a serious illness. The program featured local artistes, led by Cie Band under Me Cf Lapp, with 17 items and several encores. Mrs Wells and Mrs Stokes led vocal numbers. Faith Commtod impressed with her graceful performance. the audience responded generously.
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Gibson
Cie
Uader
Me Cf Lapp
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O'Connor
Shepheard
T. Kanes
T. W
Howard
Wells
Stokes
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Kinkest
Notice to Creditors for the Estate of David Saunders
Late 1st removed into new and commodious facilities enabling better use of a pleat to best advantage. All kinds of notices to creditors. Persuaxl to Section 46 of The Administration Act 1993. Creditors and other persons with debts claims or demands against the estate of David Saunders late of East Chapman Victoria District Western Australia farmer are required to send written particulars to the solicitor for the Executor on or before the forty day after date hereof after which the Executor will distribute the assets having regard only to claims of which notice has been given. Date: twentieth day of July. A H Bu Boulay Solicitor for the Executor.
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Persuaxl
David Saunders
East Chapman
Victoria
Western Australia
Enders for Neamipion Police Station Bevowras
Enders for the Neamipion Police Station Bevowras project will be received by the Minist ice Works by noon August 13.
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Neamipion
Bevowras
Minist’ Ice Works
Wnt
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