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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1917
Page
3
United States declare war against Austria Hungary as three German officials plead guilty. German intrigues in India and plots to throw British rule surface amid arms shipments to seditious natives. A dentist of unimaginable violence features in sensational war reporting.
In a Toronto dispatch British naval expert Arthur W Pollen warns that a future war will unleash new engines of destruction, potentially annihilating the German fleet. Meanwhile Washington reports a formal declaration of war against Austria Hungary from today, with the U S seeking to mobilize all resources as the Foreign Affairs Committee votes unanimously for action.
A court in Honolulu heard 44 defendants including Tiedun and Von Bripken in a conspiracy to overthrow British rule in India. The plan involved arming natives and shipping arms to India while German agents sought to influence events. Von Bripken pleaded guilty and warned of further disclosures as the case proceeded.
Telegrams report a false statement alleged to influence a referendum vote. Arthur Flag is accused of writing a deceitful 4 Maat style statement. The Central Court proceedings debate the legality and printing of the handbill. Cecilia Jordan’s case for procuring the commission of the fastence is dismissed. Daily News office, Porth.
In the Opiminal Court, before Mr Tumtive Rooth with a jury, East Perth related outrage and guilty verdicts are reported amid garbled text. The page also references a Laserd Compound claimed to ease coughs and colds, with unclear provenance.
Scoble the trainer and his team arrived from the East yesterday for the Parth meeting. The group, including horse Portéee and others, were in good condition and ready for competition after a smooth journey.
Yesterday's cable news reports the passenger liner Apara of 7834 tons torpedoed without warning near home. She carried 120 passengers and mails. Survivors were landed after scenes of distress as the submarine pressed its attack despite women and children aboard.
Late wires report a slight withdrawal by British forces and German advances near Moeuvress and between oeuvres and Murcning. Reports claim 9,000 German prisoners, 9,000 prisoners and 716 machine guns captured. A massive explosion at Faliax destroys the town waterworks and nearby facilities after a steamer collision outside Tallies Harbor.
London reports detail twenty aircraft raids by enemy planes, first group at 1 30 pm, second over the Thames. Two groups aimed at northeast and southwest coasts, five incursions toward London with incendiaries and explosives. Fire outbreaks in several districts, two enemy planes shot down with crews captured. Casualties in metropolitan area include several dead and dozens wounded, industrial damage described as light.
An official German communique says Austro Hungarians stormed Italian positions at Melara taking 1000 defenders? and pins. read like historic war bulletin with terse claims and numbers.
A ten year old girl, Lorna Hancock, daughter of Mr Hancock of Messer, died after a fall from a lorry on Marine Terrace near Gregory Street. The child, walking home from school, was struck by a wagon driven by a Lone Brewery employee. She was taken to Mr Conwar's surgery and died shortly after. An inquest was opened by the Coroner and adjourned to Monday. The remains were buried at Wesleyan Cemetery with funeral arrangements led by Rev JG Jenkin.
Church notices list a sale of work and prayer meeting on Tugeday at 11 am with hymn singing at 6 am and services for sailors and soldiers led by Rev J G Jenkin. Wesley Church and Young Wants memorials include an anthem and marches with post worship events and offerings. Presbyterian Church details Sunday services at Mt Job’s 11 am and 4 30 am with Holiness Meeting at 8 pm and a Young People’s Meeting for the annual event.
The author argues whether Allied entry into the war is feasible given logistics and geography, warning that a German or Austro German push could reshape the Western Front. Citing figures on armies and potential reinforcements, the piece critiques recent statements by Hughes, Holman, and Toya Veorge and questions the implications of Russia’s exit.
Clouded OCR reads about average counts and movements of forces labeled Gienans and Rus sian and German soldiers. It mentions a Central Empires system and a new aris of about a million strong to be created, with names Henry Stead Clyde Uouss and Cet Ubs-street Melno vrn appearing as garbled credits.
A correspondent argues against conscription policy, criticizing government overreach and voicing personal hardship. He cites examples of sons serving, public organizing, and the strain on families, urging loyalty and resistance to compulsory service while condemning perceived coercion.
A Perth report reflects on a recent article noting the Cost of Living Commission's oversions developing into a comedy. Professor Makin testified on calories and protein essential for sustained muscular work, while Nalgoorlie Sun echoed a parallel view.
A series of meetings across districts announced for the Reinforcements Referendum. Speakers include H. K. Maley MLA and Hon. G Taylor with other listed officials and returned soldiers. Events span Mevbenios district venues from Spain to Durlacher Street, ending with organizer details.
An article extols Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People as a cure for anemia and fatigue. It claims the pills replenish blood, renew health, and restore energy for women and girls overworked or worried. A free booklet on Building Up the Blood is offered.
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