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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1918
Page
3
The Western Front reports a sharp Allied advance with Australian and Canadian units pushing forward while British troops claim 21,000 prisoners captured over five days. Mentioned is an apparent breakthrough at the Hindenburg Line, with reports noting a line smashed at one point.
The report notes that German troops have evacuated Bapaume while the French Army continues to score further successes on the front. The briefing emphasizes advancing momentum and strategic gains amid ongoing operations.
London reports on Aug 37 and 27 1918 style fronts with Haig claiming about 21000 prisoners since Aug 91. Advances include Montauben high wood north of Ligny, pushing infantry to outskirts of Croisilles and Martinpuich. French forces take Fres noy and Le Roy with Mangin army taking 100 prisoners in a minor advance between the Alslette and the Aisne.
Canadian forces gained ground as Australians shifted toward the right front in a wider theater. Scottish troops made marked progress on several sectors, advancing despite stiff opposition and maintaining momentum through coordinated attacks and defensive holds.
French advance and Allied reports describe the Hindenburg disaster and shifting front lines. Aug. notices indicate Allied gains near Somme ground and persistent British and American actions, with the British Third Army advancing toward Meurillech and surrounding targets as fighting stiffens near Lenin.
Latest wires report heavy fighting on the Somme with British and French forces advancing three miles along the front from Maricourt to Bapaume and northward. Allied troops entered Montauban ridge area, captured high wood near Longueval, and repelled German counterattacks with significant battlefield losses.
A French communique reports south of the Avre attacks and a loss of 1,100 prisoners yesterday with no officers among them. British Fourth Army seized over 200 guns and fierce fighting raged along the Scarpe River with hand to hand clashes. The prisoners include Austrians.
New York reports wartime messages saying the Hindenburg line is broken near Hesnel. New Zealand troops reportedly reached the railway line north of the Bapaume Cambrai road. French forces advance on a front of eight miles capturing Roye and Crapeaumesnil.
The meeting convened by Mayor K F Green at Geraldton Council Chambers discussed the Federal Government wool appraisal in Geraldton and heard Hon. H Gregory's views. Attended by council members and Geraldton Traders' Association, the gathering urged retaining Geraldton wool appraisal during government control and praised Gregory's efforts to protect district interests.
Local notes from Melboume warn soldiers and civilians that wearing imperial silver war badges Australian returned soldier badges or related insignia is prohibited under a Wa Precautions Act amendment. The article also covers tax returns due dates and mail delivery quirks between Geraldton and Perth and mentions a Red Cross fundraiser concert at the Town Hall with a following dance.
Fragmented text describes a blend of names and products with claims of a peppermint cure and a weight related winter gold term. Mentions Wanda and Wanda's Peppermind Cure alongside various unclear names. The passage reads as a garbled report of health claims without clear events or outcomes.
Personal notices describe Mr and Mrs WA Walter preparing a Perth journey before a three month holiday with their daughter and her husband in Burmet. The Telegraph reports Police Sergeant McDonald’s team resuming duties after an attack of pleurisy. Geraldton area items note foreman ARames F. Laing transferring to Westella, and Wise and Milne leaving for new railway duties. loss of Private William F Ward killed in action and Driver Mbn Mil killed, with families and relatives left in Albans and Northampton.
Lieut Turner of the British Armoured Car Detachment serving in Galicia Romania and Turkey has received several awards. The honors include the Victoria Cross, Distinguished Service Order, Order of Windward, Order of St Anne, and Order of St Stanislaus for actions in Galicia December 191? and September 1915 in Turkey, with further citations as a Geraldton old boy.
A historical note outlines President Wilson's methodical day from seven o’clock wake up to reading the papers before 1 p.m. The text mentions morning exercise, car rides to the ill limi tas, golf, and time for meals and reading. It advertises Kay's Liniment as a remedy for common ailments.
Members of the Women’s National Labor Association face questions of responsibility for the Federal amusement tax on raffles and dances held to aid the Returned Soldiers’ Association. They argue prior permission from a state official exempted funds and assert their events aided veterans, while a deputy collector claims receipts from past events remain taxable.
A testimonial from Mr St V Maton of Snowden Street Geraldton touts Doan's Kidney Pills as relieving backache and headaches after years of pain. The ad asserts kidney support improves overall health, noting the pills are stocked by chemists at 2/9 a bottle or 15/3 for six, with a Perth address for orders.
Classified ad style notice listing garments and tailoring services with quantities and prices. Includes items like costumes, birts, and various fabrics, plus a “sale bonga” phrase and references to box numbers and contact details. The fragmentary text references a weekly sale event and several names associated with orders and providers.
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