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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1917
Page
3
In Europe War coverage, Generals Alexis and Korniloff advance into Don Cossack lands as Cossacks deploy armed force to preserve order. Portugal endures civil strife, government resigns, and a new government forms to cooperate with Great Britain and the Allies.
London reports in a Ukraine journal General Kaledin issues a manifesto declaring Cossacks can uphold order by armed force and intent to fight Bolsheviks by any means. Report says Generals Alexeev and Kornilov advanced into Dog Cossack territory, claiming a bridge head at Bressanin and 214 prisoners.
Telegrams report Dr Morrison, a Chinese government adviser, arriving in Sydney. He says China will send troops to the front, with 800,000 possible, and costs to be managed. Finance and transport are hurdles, but dispatch is seen as inspirational for China’s uplift.
Cable reports from Madrid indicate Portugal erupted into civil war with revolutionary forces seizing Lisbon heights. Government troops clashed for two days, 70 killed, 500 wounded, shops pillaged, and a military dictatorship formed as Senhor Machado resigns to join the new government. Taft? No. Taos leads moderates to safeguard the republic and cooperate with Britain.
London dispatch reports intense artillery actions on the whole front between Firenza and the Mare and claims Italian and Austrian communiques describe repulsed Austrian attempts to retake positions in the Cagusile region.
Halifax reports a non exploding shell buried near Captain Kendill of the Empress of Ireland. Kendill escaped with minor injuries. Thirteen sailors on warships were drowned. A soldier found his baby alive but later learned his wife and five children died. A steamer was wrecked by the tidal wave and explosion.
London December 11 Mr fe Valera M L for Clare in a remarkable speech in Count Cork urged Nationalists in Ireland to decide on separation or inclusion in the Empire and to march shoulder to shoulder without doubting the other’s motives
Scattered Shot comments on Mayor Green’s accession. Critics warn the new Council may be more liberal, focusing on lights, footpaths, water cart sprinkles, and back-street improvements while resisting excessive motions and frills.
A compact reflection on how long separation tests love and changes in partners. The piece argues absence alters looks and feelings, and return can feel like a shock as memories clash with evolved selves. It notes time and silence reshape affection, yet love may endure despite shifts.
A large deputation from the League for the Promotion of Industries and Post-War Trades met the Minister for Industries Mr R K T Robinson. He outlined plans to develop private enterprise led industries, meet returned soldiers’ needs, and expand woollen, timber distillation, and tanning ventures with government backing. He noted cooperation with Geological and Mines departments and potential leather and eartherwork projects. The minister mentioned pursuing a leather chemist hire and continuing investigations into bark extracts, tiles, and other crafts while acknowledging minor departmental matters and a pension note for the late Private C A Rodan’s dependents. Storms affected the region with rainfall in Valeoo and Lat Carlaminedy areas.
The Minister for Works and the Minister for Agriculture will guide the Carnarvon freezing and canning project with professional advice on layout and plans. Local figures offer capital from £70,000 to £10,000, while officials may visit Carnarvon to inspect the site and discuss water supply needs.
From Our Correspondent Tee 11 records Private Charles Anthony Rodan killed in action on the western front on 13 October. Brother to Mrs Morrissey of Bunawarra and to Mr Hodan of Yalgoo. Rodan enlisted from Yalgoo and endured several major battles before his death as Pension Department forms begin arrival.
A garbled OCR note reads like a local festival event clash with performers and a schedule mix up. Names and places are unreadable, but the fragment implies a public gathering with music and competition elements at an unspecified venue and date.
A brief item notes Wolfe's Schnapps as a beverage tied to charity for Ash, highlighting a sale or promotion intended to raise funds for a local beneficiary. No further details available.
Two sisters Mary and Julia Cummins were killed in their house on Monday by their brother John Cummins who was arrested on murder charges. He allegedly struck Julia with a mallet and slit her throat, then killed Mary when she returned from church before telling passersby of the deed.
The scene features Mar, George, Eccles, Gerridge, and Pally in a farce about social caste. Eccles proclaims himself a noble man while denying his name, and Gerridge is introduced as a gasman making advances toward Pally. The exchange ends with Mar declaring the castes on display for an upcoming event at the Town Hall.
At Town Hall yesterday evening a pleasant entertainment by pupils of Mrs EF Lacy's High School and friends showcased progress and talent. Awards were exchanged for certificates to fund the Trench Comforts Fund, yielding about £25. The program included Bach, Beethoven, piano and violin solos, and vocal items performed for a large audience.
Advertises a range of ladies garments including white muslin blouses voile blouses linen skirts gabardine skirts black poplin skirts aprons calico knickers chemises and nights with prices in shillings and pence. Highlighted items include Voile Blouses Sailor Knot colors and various skirt styles with bold pricing.
Trevor Masters and Gil bert present certificates to winners at a school concert in Eustace. Miss Barker and Daphne Davis among top honorees from ALT.CoL. groups. The Pleasure Seekers Club and Miss Na than instructors perform, with bright costumes and cheers. Mrs Fallowfield receives a silver pin stand and flowers from pupils. The event ends with refreshments, dancing, and warm reception for all performers.
A dated essay warns about an exacting fiancée whose constant demands erode love. It argues parental spoiling fuels selfishness, making her insistent on control and attention. The piece concludes that such appetite, once indulged, diminishes affection and genuine romance.
A philosophical meditation on life purpose and collective duty. The text urges turning toward mutual aid and reducing hardship, framing hope as a catalyst for building a kinder society through shared effort.
The Content Itall program drew a large crowd with parents and townsfolk praising the nuns teaching as pupils performed well. Harvesting is active with crops improving, though some wheat yields vary. a serious accident at Alma School injured seven year old George Williams. A heavy boiler wagon incident near Wheal Ellen mine drew a crowd before successful release, and Fisk Jupiter Singers entertained at King’s Stall to packed houses amid warm farming weather.
In a letter dated December 12, 1917, Eve Meredith of Geraldton asks for space to correct a misunderstanding about her son receiving violin tuition only after Mrs Lacy became head, stating he had no prior exposure to strings. The note appears under correspondence with a postscript about Wolfe's Schnapps as an aside.
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