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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1918
Page
3
On the Western Front, French forces press the advance and drive back stubborn German resistance while preparing for anticipated air raids. German assaults against British positions are repelled. Three submarines are reported operating off the American coast.
War bulletin reports advances on multiple fronts with gains near Drees Uampourt and Motsain, pushing toward southern outskirts. About 2200 prisoners taken in the region since start of operations.
British lines repelled a fierce attack near Lihons and Herfeville with penetrations at two points. A counterattack restored the line as British forces continued progress in the Merville sector. They advanced about 10,000 yards, entering Merville and pushing toward Paradis to Lea Puresheeques, capturing prisoners and equipment, with total captives near Outtersteens reaching 972.
In 24 hours Allied forces claimed nearly 3,000 prisoners in varlolin operations. French forces advanced to Nempeel with 11,700 prisoners, including a divisional officer and remanner battalions. German counterattack limited, British secured 7 prisoners. Berlin prepares precautionary measures against expected Allied air raids with shelters. Three U boats reported off the American coast and the cable cut near New Jersey.
General Mangin penetrated three miles into German lines between the Oise and the Aisne front, reaching two miles depth at 1 am. About 500 prisoners were taken in the first two hours. He then captured Cuts and Vemponin southeast of Ward of Noyon, with further progress between 7 am and 3 pm, totaling 7,800 prisoners.
London reports Australian Press Agency details General Mangin's renewed assault front near Noyon with two mile depth gains north east of Vassens. French forces push along Chozin stream, threaten German positions near Soissons and Chemin des Dames. Hu bert's third army advances from Fresn ie res to Dive valley. Dehne y's group gains Bois de Brac and neighboring areas amid heavy fighting.
French and British forces push forward on multiple sectors. The French claim a 15 mile front has gained four miles, while Field Marshal Ung advances four miles in the Lye Malent area. The French tenth army moves two miles between the Oise and the Aisne as Allied actions unfold near Sois-Mong and the Aime.
Perth telegrams report the resignation of the Claremont representative, Mr John Stewart, submitted to the Assembly in August due to undisclosed reasons. The move follows pressure over his handling of issues in the district and raises questions about the seat's future.
Kalgoorlie August 21 Kalgoorlie racing second day of the Eastern Goldfields meet saw Devil's March win the cup. Results list Kalgoorlie hurdles with Barthol Boy and Flagpole among the placings, betting at 7 to 1 against the winner.
The Rev Father Hawes thanks Catholic friends for support at the cathedral opening. He notes gifts of time and materials from Lippani, Win orchis tra, Dan Marsh, and Willams for lighting and decoration. Acknowledges Ross for guttering and down pipes work on the roof.
A Perth audience enjoyed a Monday night Town Hall concert by the Perth Operatic and Choral Society. Visiting vocalists impressed. Mr Roxby and Miss Gladys Edwards received strong encores. Mrs Reidy and Mr Shepheard also shone. a late dinner followed and the evening closed with hearty applause. Country Outback reporter Mr P Stone notes crops look well and feed is plentiful. Geraldton electric lighting reports 1624 units produced at 6d each. Light of Asia mine Cuo h yields 214 ounces from 140 tons.
George A Coulson once lit his pipe with banknotes and lived in wealth after inheriting property from his wife's uncle. He hosted months of festivities tossing sovereigns to crowds, but his fortune dwindled and he died poor in Colchester while working as an ostler at a Colchester hotel declaring if he could relive his life he’d spend his fortune differently.
Mrs Meredith for the Geraldton Naval Comforts Fund spoke in Perth on August 5 at the Town Hall. The Governor and Archbishop attended as naval men preparing to return to the North Sea received parcels of comforts in a crowded hall before departing for the station.
A wedding on Tuesday August 13 at Three Springs joined Mr James Charles Hunt and Miss Letitia Thomas in a Roman Catholic ceremony led by Rev Father Scanlon. The bride wore lace, Alma Thomas served as bridesmaid, Bert Carter as best man. A reception followed at the bride’s home before the couple departed for Perth for their honeymoon.
A note from 13th Field Ambulance France describes soldiers receiving Christmas parcels from Geraldton and expresses thanks for thoughtful, generous gifts. The writer Cairns Queensland and mentions transport sergeant Rhodes who knows Geraldton residents. The letter reflects pride in Australian soldiers and hope for safe return home.
A fragment recounts 1884 Perth commodity prices amid wartime price concerns. It lists wheat 15s a bushel flour at various weights meat and soap costs and notes scarce supplies. The passage also mentions the Royal Ages theater reaffirming policy and a petition signed by 171 members with support from Sir Edward Wittenoord.
The Geraldton Roads Board met in the Secretary’s Office on Friday August 1 1918 at 10 30 pm with members McKenzie Grant acting chairman Gould Bridgman Gould Cream and Secretary Kidd present Apologies from Grant Sewell. Financial statements showed balance to credit and payments to be made. Various items including road making machinery, special grants, land selections, and public economy measures were discussed and resolutions passed or held for further information. The board objected to Lands Department actions, sought ministerial intervention, and approved modest road grants while urging continued support for recruiting and war time economy.
Minutes note a public meeting request by the Soldiers' Children's Committee, opposition from district women, inspection of Narnguly fields, an August court on rating variations, next board and appeal court dates, plans to sell outstanding rates, and road maintenance authorizations for Western Road Clonting and the Woorestate to Chapman field with urgent repairs on Greencough Road.
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