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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 04, 1916

Page

3

Page One Highlights and War Anniversary Observances

An on page collection notes a wontest for the Cunning seat and a letter from Major Tom Kidd stationed somewhere in Egypt. It covers local agriculture growth, anti rumor rust, a fire brigade demonstration planned for Geraldton, cadet parade for a town hall war declaration, and a lengthy review of a new military manual brochure from Angus and Robertson. The report also describes the city’s war anniversary events with a five minute halt at noon, bells ringing, and a quiet, ceremonial pause before resuming daily life.

Tom Kidd Egypt F.B Penthlash Geraldton Ttme Todiay CI Ten Loos Jim Feitain Fallowfield Noom Raat London House of Commas A. Pemberton Billing House of Commons Germany Baird

The Thin Blood Case and Williams Pink Pills

A discussion on thin blood or anaemia notes inherited tendency to bloodlessness, symptoms like fatigue pale complexion and breathlessness, and early treatment advantages. Dr Williams Pink Pills are promoted as effective for correcting blood disorders when symptoms first appear, with further praise from supporters and general availability.

Diractine Williams’ Park Jeverry Thaat Willims Ws. Williams

Desperate German Counterattacks Amid Front Turmoil

Reports from the European War front describe furious fighting on the Stockhod line with Russian artillery and German counterattacks. The Deutschland submarine eluded British cruisers and escaped Baltimore under cover of darkness. Zeppelin raids over Britain provoke warnings of further German raiders as the Italian front reacts to aerial bombings. Sir Roger Casement is executed for treason.

Stockhod New York Aus Deutsch-land Baltimore Virginia Fo Sa Sipmerge Wark Roger Casement

Personal notes from a divided page in 1890s edition

The fragment mentions Mr G Taylor laid up after an attack, J Shires of Northampton linked to a calendar entry, and the appointment of George Res as Commissioner for Western Australia under Commonwealth War Precautions Price Regulations. Also references Wolpe's Schnapps as a stimulant and tonic.

Margaret G Taylor George Res Western Australia

Demobilisation in Greece and Allied Front Updates

Reports from Athens and various capitals describe the complete demobilisation of Greek troops and withdrawal of forces near Salomika Lo, with Allied security aims in sight. Additional dispatches note continued Allied advances west of Erzingjam, Turkish pursuit eastward, and German offensive concerns as Vienna sources hint at Turkish movements and potential large-scale engagement.

Athens Salomika Lo Petrograd Erzingjam Copenhages Sug Vienna Neug — Friee Mondsy Lembene Tindenibers Pobra- Arad

GERMAN ATTACKS REPULSED AT MAXY POINTS FORGED ON

General Haig reports nights efforts consolidating gains and repairing trenches near Maxt, with German shells active and mine attempts repelled in the Souches region. British forces pushed south toward Use village on the Meuse, taking several prisoners as German counterattacks diminished. Serial reports note heavy fighting along the front, with continued Allied progress and German losses.

London Haig Josieras Ose Tigh Wood Ondon Aue Freneral Haig Maltzhorm Farn Longheval Ani Qiso Mametz Tricourt Sul Becouct Soucher Payis Ie Monachu Fremy Escees Meuse Enn

Wolre's Schnapps Promoted for Women and Men Alike

An advertisement promotes Wolre's Schnapps as suitable for both women and men, framing the product as equally desirable across genders.

Wolre

Funeral for Mrs Rachel Ailbert Hawk Ware at Greenough

The funeral for the late Mrs Rachel Ailbert Hawk Ware was held at Greenough with a large assembly of relatives and friends. The deceased, aged 13 years at death, was daughter of Mr and Mrs Mieran of Neethanlon and had lived in Spinnemore, Keland since age ten. Surviving relatives include her children and many siblings and nephews. Remains were laid to rest in the churchyard cemetery amid floral tributes from family and friends.

Rachel Ailbert Hawk Ware Greenough Decoasnd Ave Mieran Neethanlon Spinnemore Keland Mars Mrthas Gilbert Cinshand Cami J. Gilbert Mise i. Gilbert Wesdamer Sepires Spearwan Healy Mesdoynet Winter Missre Gland U Nember A Tae Iutieres Messrs SY Kember Glealy Geidiths Phs Cartiers Ceili Ss. Criddle Dea MeSrere Walkel Mary Amily Vliza Wes Jack Witnow Kynlaud Tren Adh

Correction on a meeting notes and misunderstanding

Editor notes a correction to a correspondence about a meeting of ratepayers. The meeting discussed dismissing the advisability of obtaining a loan and the urgency of work. A representative explained actions taken and the loan was approved despite some sarcasm toward officials.

Juan Tatepayers Avas C. S. Clarke Arderte Unanimousl

Church Retires and Gregorian Services Noted

Sunday parish services include Poly Communion at 4 and 6 AM, Evensong at 7 80 PM, and a Sunday School address at 3 PM. Monthly vestry meets Tuesday at 8 PM at the Parish Baltic. Night prayers and intercession observed. Thursday next features a service at Mublerra.

Ciarist Chuten Wall Mublerra

Catholic Church Masses and Devotions Schedule

St Xavier announces Mass at 7 00 am and 10 00 am with Exposition and Devotions at 7 30 pm. Weekend services listed with no additional events noted.

St. Xavier's

War Anniversary Sermon Promises Memorial Service Broadly

The Presbyterian church announces Sunday services commemorating the war anniversary. A sermon by the pastor, Reverend Mr. Catworm, discusses fallen heroes and reflection after the war. Residents are invited to attend at the usual parish hour.

Wesley Church Players Present War Themed Music Night

A fragmented church program lists offerings for a Wesley Church event including songs such as Anthem Daughter of Zion and Light of the World. Performers named include Miss Illissgoto and Mr Johnsos with references to a travel or concert setting and a religious observance.

Pregeher Jenkin Samy the Wate Sale Miss. Illissgoto Johnsos Narucutit Fran Genki

Salvation Army Meeting Notices Listed for July

Salvation Army announces two meetings, one “Free and Easy” session and another program at 7 30. Details indicate venue and scheduling for attendees.

Shipping and market notices mix with price cuts and ads

Fragmented OCR notes report cargo estimates for Fremantle bound wheat and a call for immediate supply of funds, plus a brief line on New York paper prices and several local listings for poultry and real estate. Names include Mellanany MAA Overley and Dalrymple with minor addresses and rates.

Mellanany Maa Wett Urethen Uallis Heit- Wann Traders’ Association Tallaws Hvereuw Suoening

Zani-Buk touted as relief for cracked and bleeding hands

An advertisement letters claim Zani-Bak is effective for healing chapped skin and preventing blood poisoning. Testimonials from Mrs A Dieu and others describe relief from cracks, burns, bruises, and skin injuries, with prices listed as 4/6 to 3/0 and references to stockists.

A Dieu Pell St Norkly Melbourne Mies Nichol Ceennless

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