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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1917
Page
3
Western Front reports Germany readying for a massive offensive. Six thousand guns seized from Italy and Russia to be used against British lines and the Alsace Lorraine front. Alarming health news about General Hindenburg due to overwork. Inter Allied Conference rejects a single command plan.
Paris reports that Ambassador Mikalakom states he did not participate in the Allied peace conference and could not recognise or prevent letters of credit. The embassy protested peace proposals, pledging to oppose German designs while seeking safety for Balkan and Turkish peoples. President Wilson says peace requires German accountability and supports rights for Austria Hungary, Poland, Serbia, and Balkan nations.
A large crowd gathered Monday night at Queen's Mall for the No campaign meeting presided by Mr G. Rodarts. Speakers including Messy, 0. Wieork, F. Towy, J. Hickey, and MS Chauvan warned the public to weigh the referendum carefully before voting on the conscription proposal, criticizing government plans as deceptive and stressing the voluntary system's alleged success while questioning the need for nationwide conscription and its impact on soldiers.
Immense Allied forces mobilize across fronts with massive troop deployments and logistical buildup, aiming readiness by June 1919 as Allied commanders coordinate strategy and supply lines for a decisive breakthrough.
New York telegraph reports interview with Sorhelim claiming Germany readies for a fervent battle with 6,000 guns. Troops to be moved from the Russian front as Allied momentum slows. Paris correspondent notes Allied conference backs a single command, but acceptance is questioned amid unity concerns.
An Eastern Front dispatch states that German forces preparing to press into Alsace Lorraine. Wartime sources claim German units from Hungary and Romania are converging to strike, with emphasis on rapid and heavy assault across the front near Alar Lorraine.
Unclear wireless message from the German front reports Hindenburg's health. Claims circulate that he is near death and that operations are being conducted by General Ladendorf. Alleges arrangements are made at German military headquarters to allow Flindeoplirg to take control amid the crisis.
Reports from Petrograd claim Trotsky was dismissed at consulates that refused to recognize the authorities. Rumors say Austro German forces aided by German uniforms are active around Petrograd. Washington reports anticipate 1,600,000 to 1,706,410 American and allied troops in action by June 1940 as the Cawdral counterattacks unfold. Port estimates in December place 200,000 German and allied soldiers engaged in the center counterattacks.
Telegram from Crisbane reports Attorney General Ryan filed a writ against Commonwealth Attorney General Hughes and Defence Minister Pearce for acting without warrant or authority in entering the Government Printing Office and seizing an official report of Parliament.
The Commonwealth Prime Minister said the Federal Government would appoint Commonwealth police. Sergeant Kenny, known as Wamrick, was removed after refusing to arrest a person charged by the Vice-Prime Minister. The plan includes placing Federal Police in Warwick this week.
In a late wire from London the official Russian announcement condemns lynch law after the killing of General Tuikhonio. It notes occupation of a railway by revolutionaries, urges unity, and calls for perseverance in the struggle for peace amid revolutionary leadership.
A fragile armistice was signed at the headquarters of Prime Minister Leopold of Bavaria and the authorities in Vienna region. The document, concluded Saturday, aims to pause hostilities between the parties and pave a path toward ceasefire and negotiations ending the conflict in the area.
The Geraldton Oddfellows Honor Board ceremony unveiled portraits of fallen brethren from John Shipton Lodges. J T Chapman presided as Rev J E King and Percy presented speeches, with 35 names across 8 precincts. The Rev. King and Mr T M de Lasi-Fay spoke, The Last Post was played and Mayor Frank Green gave a brief address.
Admonitions for long journeys advise comfortable clothing and soft-brimmed hats, loose corsets, easy shoes, and lightweight cushions. Pack readings and simple needlework, carry small toiletries, and label trunks clearly. Keep calm to avoid headaches from last-minute rushing and potential losses or financial worry.
A cluttered advertisement for Frank Green & Co The Big Store at Ceralton lists ladies blouses skirts and linens with varied prices in old fashioned currency The piece blends advertising with a political speech on conscription mentioning figures Hughes and McKinnon and a Western Australia meeting plus local notes on war effort and a hospital show window lottery.
The report mentions a December start with unsettled weather, a trial event, and a Northampton Returned Soldiers' Committee chaired by Mr Smith and others. Funds were raised, aiming to reach fifty pounds by January for a welfare event to honor veterans, with plans for a dance at the Wing’s Halt on the Witch Manuary area and support from local figures.
The Friendly Union of Soldiers Wives Mothers and Sisters announces its monthly social gathering on December 6 at 5 31 pm. The programme features singing by Prof Reyes Reynolds and the Convent Orchestra with eligible members and notable attendees. Attendees include the FLD and Wilson with Hon Secretary Wolfe’s Scunapps noted.
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