Western Front News of Convoy Sinking and Naval Action
The latest European War reports describe a convoy attack on the Western Front in which six vessels were sunk. The German force included four cruisers with destroyers, and Beatty’s squadron arrived too late to prevent disaster. The incident involved shelling and an attempted rescue as the convoy scattered amid heavy action.
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Ad‘ee
Mucral Sturdee
Beatty
London
K Gecklin
Norway
Porsimi
Tod
Armoiral Sivres
Hote Ly
Pelee Coe
Ridee
Telegrams and bound VWs to keep peace, Perth report
Telegrams from Perth report that Mr John Curtin urged calm and unified action to maintain peace. The message notes government channels coordinating efforts and calls for restraint amid rising tensions. Officials emphasize unity, law, and orderly conduct during the period.
No Conscription Campaign Rally in Geraldton
Private E. W. Corby, fresh from France, spoke against conscription at a King’s Theatre gathering in Geraldton. Labor figures and returned soldiers backed Corby as critics argued the voluntary system had failed, citing Gallipoli and other battles while urging voters to oppose the government’s conscription referendum.
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E. W. Corby
France
Gaumid
Hesta
J.C. Wilbeck
G. Roges
Ciarice Council
ALP
C. Willcock
Corpus
Labor Party
Mullanyje
Geraldton
Hughes
Willcock
Elliott
Wlin
Seamner
Bsa
Wigees
Willemek
Hood
Trea
Lloyd George
Wan
Britain
J. Cook
Bydney
Npeablne
Cook
Gallipoli
Poxieres
Gor
Corbos
Commonwealth
Onlin
Stughea
Queens— Fund Labor
Redrultn
West Australia
Perth
Henting
Australia
Canada
London
Birmingham
Pearce
Germany
Mir Knihts
John Forrest
P. Stone
Mrr Buckley
Thos. W. Drew
Benrens
Nitine
Australians Debate Conscription and Industrial Labour Debate
A speech debates conscription policies and industrial conscription amid wartime strain. It cites Commonwealth Recruiting Committees, costs of living, and compares Australia with Canada, noting fund allocations and public sentiment. The speaker criticizes opponents and defends the voluntary system while urging unity for national war effort.
Conscription and Militarism in Australia Referendum Text
Fragmentary OCR discusses conscription in Australia, 1916 era. It references Prime Minister William Morris Hughes, an offer of 20 044 men, possible rise to 100 000, and national mobilization. It notes voluntary enlistment abroad, the drive to defend Britain, and debates over compulsory service linked to Labor and political divisions.
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William Lrcing
Britain
Labor
Nacy
Computison
Wilhelm
Berlin
Notable Town Drama Proves Lively Despite Poor Attendance
Monday evening's benefit for the State War Council featured a strong cast in the Cats production. Despite high expectations, turnout fell short of capacity, with many seats empty during the performance. The French, Captain Howard, and a host of named players delivered steady performances, yet critics noted mixed reception and a curious blend of enthusiasm and fatigue among the audience.
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State War Council
Comey Company
Jirasenbal
Seack
Eniedy
Teen Pe Airoy
Mtr
Venant
Pape Mantres
Me Garton
Hall
Eveles
Mr On
Rawke
Vin Ferensen
Mr 0
Vaviss Wixan
Harold Cream
Marquise Te St. Waar
Fins G. San Werdan
Mather Feels
Mira
Rick "Pally Reels
Urs
Howard
Lim
Suny Esyelies
Waller
Tairly
Hatin
Wei
Nod
Telioh
Davia
Carcothaht
Berry
Serge
Roy Scouts Parade Notice for Friday Evening
All ranks are requested to be on parade in uniform Friday at 7 30 pm. Command details reference camp participation and penalties for noncompliance. Contact scoutmaster Geralston Wolfe to coordinate visits from country or visiting county and other camp instructions.
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Anatoalia
Yestore
Olday Erearvien
Midland Railway
Governigt Talues
Boris Will
Perth
Watheroo
Kilday
Mui
Geraldton
Tree Springs
Yanoan
W. Stead
Mera Mannucer
Midland Sunctive
Roy
Gerald
Cherp
Trix
Scoutmosster
Geralston
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the Western Front
Canal
Kponsky
Pritograd
Innes Scabe
New York
Petrograd
New York Sun
Kransky
Huang
Vand
Fata
Millioun
Finrland
Francs
Italy
Kerengky
Holshovia
Sudaciour
Curtin
Vie Jobnenn
A.W.U
OfGes
Marine Tervece
Wolfr
Gerreton
Kulwer Wishelm
Carkmery
Leewches
Saar
Wimner
Turin
Kaiseratere
Finshiy
Auates
Ine Hay
Toatie Irvine
Ewig Hawinion
Rene
Fesvem
Fe Warren
Netra
Dowis
Fritz and Co 'A
Pam Hardmont
Vollet
Brent
Ardy Fisher
Andy
Gore
Cote
Toe Cook
Womanwealth
Neil Welp
Na Cigeatic Nak
Lalor Cern
Nou
Harden
Hia Ville Critica
Emer Dentul
Aweralla
Morris Hughes
Romocracy
Frank Green & CO
Sid Movelties
Grern
Hoyle
Sa Ree Ham
SOSA
Dalgety & Company, Limited
Chisate
Hotz
ELWES
Trubeday
MacKenzie
Ef. Janes
Hurn Powls
MacKenzie & CO
Beir Tendeacey
Wendy Ipoony
Bley Niasz
Carton
Cai
A. Beretat Heer Oldie - Ferstat
Darlacher-strest
Midipeiity
Geraldies
Orperabons
Ovary
W. McLaren
Aveomis Watcher
Bem Glonken
Hox
Sim
A. Siibaom
Bilver
A. Gibson & Co
Pune
Dennis
Doreen
F. Suri's
Withers & Co
Muskett Bros
Sara Nee Winer
Ie Bourgein
Geealaten
Yuin
Deere ST
Shi
Kansa Mrewwats
Lalit Eon
Beare
Banketa
Gight Bros
Howe
eReedie
Massey-Harris
Hormeby
Gren Agra Maver
Geraldd
Pince-wex
Tama
Maid of Prscuation Convent Fund
Catiee
Leary
Fern
Bartlewe
Hale
Whitby
Matton
Adies
Trumble
Dept. of Defence
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