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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1916
Page
3
Features trimmed Panama hats from June to July and August formats plus new designs in voile blouses silk blouses and printed costumes. Includes corsets white and grey long hips various embroidery and voile pique fabrics with prices and quantities.
Fragmentary OCR text appears from a Manchester department page with garbled item names and prices for children's dresses and prints. The readable fragments mention dresses, prints, and pills, with scattered numbers and nonsensical words, not forming a coherent sale or notice.
A crowded store scene reports on furniture department items and a wide grocery assortment. The narrative lists mattresses kitchenware shirts linens and fabrics alongside fruits vegetables dry goods and canned foods, with prices and vendors named in a busy period voice.
A historical wire service spread analyzes Germanys expenditure on large airships, notes a shift to smaller airships, and reports France's recall of a Greek mission along with mixed American press opinions on German peace terms. It surveys neutral nations and press reactions from London and New York on Germanys peace proposals and strategic aims.
London reports from the Agenza Nazionale noting Germany built smaller airships after the Super Zeppelina failure. Six were planned, five destroyed. German casualties officially total 166,176 for December, with 28,729 killed, bringing war totals to 3,921,869 casualties and 884,? killed.
A Varis message reports Admiral du Fournet, previously in charge of allied operations in Athens, has been recalled. Admiral Gaucher succeeds him.
New York reports editors view in December dispatches that Allied peace prospects hinge on overthrowing Prussian militarism. Public opinion is nearly unanimous that the embassy terms are unacceptable, prompting Count Bernstein to modify his stance. A London message notes Germany's embassy retracting yesterday's peace terms, insisting they be read differently than Germany intended.
Local and General describes a Sunday night band recital on the Esplanade after church with a collection to aid honed funds. Geraldton Yacht Club announces a racing schedule altered by a lapsed challenge race and a gathering of boats by 2:40 p.m. for a comprehensive contest to boost afternoon interest and compensate for a previously abandoned race between Linda and Cygnus.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a House of Commons session discussing Allied reparations and wartime peace notes. References to Mr Bonar Law, Germany, and "Peace Note" are noted along with mentions of reception by officials and presentations in the city. The text is garbled with multiple misspellings and unclear details.
A fragmentary note mentions a Canaean figure and an acting prince as well as a cryptic reference to a planned elopement and a view of the world. The readable words hint at a melodramatic or theatrical scene but lack coherent detail or dates. The piece reads like a garbled column item from an old newspaper page.
Fragmented dispatch describes frenzied crowds in London and Bern as a peace forecast from Allied leaders stirred reactions. Reports note churches filled with worshipers praying for peace while crowds surged toward streets, reflecting anxiety over possible war outcomes and allied responses.
Jonden December 11 a telegram from a stern Rheinische Zeitung dispatch says that if the enemy refuses our peace offer they will attribute to us weakness. The Lokal Anzeiger adds that if the enemy rejects the hand held out, our allies approve merciless prosecution of the war with every means at disposal.
Sergt. Cannoer, stationed at Geraldton for 64 years from 1901 to mid 107, ends 6b years of public service across the State. He led four years at Southham Pole Station and earned esteem for his long career. Private Goir L Meathen and others are reported to have returned to duty.
A long list of acknowledgments follows for gifts and tokens from numerous individuals and groups honoring Miss Baston prior to her marriage. Names include Mrs Trigg, Mr Inkpen, Archdeacon Louch, Mrs Haulin, and many others from Melbourne, Perth, Harvey, Carnarvon, Brookton, Black Boy Camp, and Three Springs, with items ranging from silver cruets and jam dishes to linen, curtains, and a photo frame.
A fragmented report chronicles confusion and delays during a sailing competition. It mentions ships, trials, and handicaps, with references to captains, crews, and the course, highlighting disruptions and frustration among participants.
Fragmented text describes preparations for a state championship with references to teams, venues, and dates. Mentions Pinepartiriek and Vattuns but lacks coherent events, outcomes, or identifiable entities. Reading indicates a local sports note with no verifiable details.
The debate centers on a planned works program, water concept concepts, and funding. Officials including the Mayor and council members discuss estimates, appointments, and project supervision while noting community impact and upcoming meetings with public participation.
Ii fawn, Private Viey Uilsen, observed while wearing Havel at Choc Creek Sweree near Nestinge. The report notes a planned hit fee pree against Servier, with terms and timing under review. Authorities seek to ascertain details and verify identities as the case proceeds.
The obituary notes the death of Jobin Tebbut at Wincor Observatory New South Wales. He was a prominent figure in astronomy, known for discovering a camera-like instrument over fifty years ago, and his research expanded knowledge of the heavens.
Church of England notices list services for Sumlaye with evensong at Christ Church and an additional service at Basil Chiapas. Rev. offerings and schedule details are unclear but indicate upcoming worship times and locations.
A fragmented report notes a minister’s speech emphasizing intercession and dedication for soldiers. The text references a Baptist church, a service, and themes of prayer, temperance, and community support within a wartime context.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a church bulletin or notice listing names like Preacher Steve J Jenkins and Wesley, with brief references to sermons or hymn titles. Vague dates and locations suggest a local religious notice or meeting schedule without clear events.
The notice lists daily devotion times with mass at 7.30 a.m. and 16 a.m. and evening service at 7.20 p.m., indicating a structured schedule for religious observances.
The notice lists a series of meetings including a 7 a.m. Koo Drill Jeun session a Heliness Meeting at 4 Pao, a Free and Easy Meeting, and a 7 30 p.m. Salvation Meeting. The item reads as a local timetable of recurring gatherings without additional details.
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