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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 12, 1915

Page

3

European War Bulletin on Western Front and Allies Advances

The report covers Sir John French's latest on the Western Front with further Allied advances and enemy retreat losses, Russia’s campaigns including a defeat on the Vistula, Austro-German losses cited at 13 000 killed and 20 000 wounded, Italy’s progress and German preparations for Pola defense, Turkish incursions in Egypt, and a British new war loan projected subscriptions at 700 million pounds. It also notes America and Germany, the Lusitania murders, Germany’s reply to America's second note, Enver Pasha’s efforts with limited success, and a West Australian casualty list.

Sir John French Russia Vistula

War Cables Report Tactical Shifts and Battles

Vague dispatches describe ongoing engagements on multiple fronts with Allied and German forces. Reports mention bombardments near Are tea ty alse Belg and attempts to retake Clinie fiwl benches, plus Allied regrouping at various fronts and German forces fed to Aden hinterlands. Aerial and artillery actions are noted with frequent references to advances and counteractions as forces maneuver across Western Europe and the Middle East.

Lusitania Crisis Variant Prompts German Reply

Amsterdam July 11 Germany’s answer to the second note rejects reparations for the Lusitania tragedy and asserts Britain’s sub warfare rights. Germany offers limited humanity to Britain with specialively registered American vessels.

Amsterdam Germany

Anticipated War Toy Revenue in London Estimate

London reports an estimate that the new war toy could bring in hundreds of billions as projected by the authorities. The figure reflects a broader industry impact amid wartime demand and shifting trade priorities.

Late Wires Fifty-First Casualty List West Australians

A July 4 casualty roll lists West Australians among the wounded and killed. Names include Lieut. Hobart, Private Tosdevem, Private Werbuckle, Private Loch, Private Bevvate, Private Hirt, and several others with ranks and units, indicating ongoing wartime losses and identifications from multiple stations and towns.

Papa Tac Nana Hobart Lieal Mawtaonata Hopkins Wouits Rayon Wotlie R. Tosdevem Werbuckle Loch Riverton Mamerstes Papata Wils

Casualties and wounded from hospital list update

The report lists multiple Private and Corporal names including Al Nelson W Smith G Ball T Carr F Brown J Covey G Tunewn M Viesse J Bartlett W Lewis Eliot Jackson and others with notes of wounds. Corporal A Whalley badly wounded driver W Broadwit and Private H Firepatrick among the injured. Several others are noted as wounded or in hospital with terse medical statuses.

Patten al Nelson W. Smith G. Ball T Carr F Brown J. Covey G. Tunewn M. Viesse J. Bartlett W. Lewis Eliot Gr. Jackson Trim Hospital A. Whalley W. Broadwit H. Firepatrick Golister A. McDonald Wo Hall Seriouals

Soldier Letters From Front Lines Describe Wounds and Courage

Extracts from letters of Private Walter Kidd and others detail daily life with Australian forces. The missives describe slight wounds, bayonet actions against Turkish positions, and captured enemy stories. They mention letters from Turkey, a general’s praise, and the hardship of no news home.

Turkey Kidd Ange Ure Culpitin Aahd Heroedrone Atc Ryanwall Tretics Nery Godly Hne

Conspiracy Charge Over Wheat Shipment Reveals Complex Plot

A man facing conspiracy charges in Geraldton, SA, alleges a scheme involving wheat shipments to defraud an employer. The case details instructions for wheat statements, weight tallying, and payments, with named parties including Te RIVER (deceased) and agents in South Australia and Western Australia.

Hieface Vessis Godley Mar Fond Mouwern Praseohilan. the Accused, Wth Plessi Sil Wnt Robinson Ft Darkingy Snen Phe South Australia Geraldyen Chily Hieh Collis Te Yinin SMV Eminivision Nya Duckle Akon Darling and Son Fyten Bank For Credit Russell Werount Mbarford Alton Richard Cvitis

Geraldton Police Court Proceedings Continue

In a continued Police Court hearing, VP Stone of the Victoria District Flour Milling Co produced a January dated credit mate for 16s, Tarford testified about a cheque for stheat WH. Harling and Son's wheat consignment to West Lyn involved 24 bags noted in Harford’s ledger. Lavin, Veina, and others faced trial on several charges with evidence from Henry Hotans and Meyers. The case proceeds to the Quarter Sessions.

Stone Victoria District Flour Milling Co Warling and Son Tarford Watson Tharford Geling Lavin Rear Nest Son Arber Henry Hotans Manu Sminiel Meyers Fartier

Red Cross miniunits cited in transit of officials in Perth

The Red Cross Society notes several miniunits cited in a transfer amid official movement. Mr W L Drew Colonial Secretary and Mr Aubertane member for Geraldton resign to Perth by tomorrow evening’s train for discussions on refurbishments in Western Australia after the Easter break.

Mir Gao Renpton Dwg Perth Stsweilipfim WL Drew Abertuaane Ember Geraldvony

Rovers Triumph Over Railways In Lopsided Pair

In a Saturday football clash the Rovers outscored the Railways 15 goals 17 behinds to 4 goals 4 behinds. Railways started strong but faded. Rovers dominated the late stages as Stavers’s side piled on a wide margin.

Rovers Stavers Meadowcroft Criddle Bros Ty Railways Stirl

Railways Triumph In Junior Association Match

The Railways dominated the Saturday junior game winning 4 goals 8 behinds to 1 behind. Umpires Stewart and Ey Marsh oversaw the first ball and main portions as players J Keating Crown Brede Powell and Lesver starred for Railways while Leigg Nelly Jenner Woods and Dons rallied the Rovers with solid resistance.

Railways Stewart Ey Marsh Rovers J. Keateing C. Crown Brede Powell Lesver Leigg Nelly Jenner Woods Dons

Town Wins Close Cup Tie 3 to 2 in Ding Dong Match

The British Association cup tie on Saturday proved a thrilling contest from start to finish. Town secured a narrow 3 to 2 victory over their competitors, delivering an exciting result for players and supporters alike.

Geraldton District Traders Association Annual General Meeting

The Geraldton District Traders Association held its annual general meeting at the secretary's office on Wednesday at eight. Officers were elected for the ensuing year including President ML Stegall, Vice President Stephens, and committee members. The President reported a successful year with improved finances and membership, and noted plans to join the South West Traders Association. Several issues were discussed, including holidays, local industry support, and upcoming referendums. Continuous efforts to assist distressed farmers and improve town trading conditions were highlighted, with new members joining and active participation urged.

Stegall Vierpresident Stephensin Gachess Hardwick Wo Warwicker Mo Puller Por Voom Ote Oawielh Essl-Williams SS Swit Krank Green Auilitars Messry Warwicker Keanth Fred Terhe King's Shaw Neranert Ors Comieree Amd Chamber of Commerce Geraldton Heigh Gregory Witter Tone

Fragmented OCR notice hints at local fund and merchants

A garbled OCR passage references a Belgian Relia fund and local names such as Marine Terrace and Mrs Flensted, listing a treasurer and a children’s product. The text is incomplete with stray phrases about farmers, settlers, and a peppermint cure priced at 1s 6d, lacking coherent structure or clear events.

Market Report From Western Pastoral Markets

Messrs Eller Shenton and Co report continued rains aid timely harvest prospects amid strong demand for store stock. Cattle, sheep, and pigs moved well at Copleys Siding and Midland markets with prices near last week’s levels. rains improved grazing and potential crops, while buyers from metropolitan firms attended.

Messrs Eller Midland Orward Crdas West Kimberley Alberley Prine Tom Has Murchison Great Southern Ais Pereker Wemners Amd Dalgety and Co. Ltd Sinve Copley's Siding Wiliam Pineman Peters Laken Wiley Fanne Aber Murehixon Peices Jean SR. Te Buckt Vrais Hota Wwe Aioe Ivr Ieght

Correspondence to the Editor on price drops and living costs

A reader criticizes advertising price reductions for meat and groceries, urges government action, cites high rents and living costs, and notes widespread price pressures across merchants, drapers, and harbors. The letter, dated July 8, 1905, laments wartime inflation and calls for a state market interior and wartime price controls.

Olr Rand Berth Perth Takesagala Harbers Henman Geraldtoey

Fragmented Historical Slogan Sheet Noted

A garbled OCR fragment presents scrambled phrases and slogans lacking clear context. It appears to be a partial list or propaganda lines with no coherent narrative, names, dates, or identifiable organizations. The readable text conveys generic exhortations without verifiable details.

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