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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 15, 1918
Page
3
British and Australian forces maintained action on the Western Front with patrols and skirmishes reported in multiple sectors as Allied units pressed operations against German positions. Casualty figures were not disclosed in the brief dispatch.
British and Australian forces report a successful offensive north and south of Longpont and Montdidier. They captured Castel village, Avorin Farm, and several spinneys with over 680 prisoners and multiple machine guns. The advance extended up to one mile in places with more than 500 prisoners taken last night.
Two terse lines report the renewal of German Oren Eve, noting awaited renewal amid care concerns and official refusals. The fragmentary text mentions opm orders and a careful wait for action, reflecting unspecified administrative delays and heightened scrutiny in formal decisions.
London July 14 Field Marshal Haig reports raiders driven east of Locre and hostile artillery active near Albert Kemnee Ypres areas. A New South Welshman escapes Germans after hiding three nights in woods and abandoned dugouts near Perouve. Berlin responds to isolation proposal and vows Germany will not surrender amid Allied pressure.
Fragmented text reports rumors about Hindenburg and other leaders. It mentions London and dates in July, references to apoplexy, a Kaiser connection, and a General Ladendorf rumored to control headquarters. Source text is garbled with unclear names and events.
The passage discusses Sir Edward Wittenoom facing sharp criticism from the press and Parliament while active as administrator. It notes his defense by George Forrest and a defence statement about his actions regarding the Peak Hill mines and his role with the Fremantle smelting works company. The piece cites constituents’ support for decisions affecting mineral development and public promotion of mineral resources.
A fragment reflects on a ministerial action affecting Northampton and its district towns. It notes sincere belief in local wealth, a desire to restore township prosperity, and sympathy for the colony. It mentions Peak Hill gold mines and an English company securing value, signaling potential regional gains.
The Turf telegram reports Cobram won the Grand National Steeple Chase in Melbourne on Saturday. Results list Lawn Handicap and Hurdle races with bettors’ odds and placings including Booligal and Reheny other names, with Melbourne readings for the day.
Mr W J Hall a popular Geraldton worker leaves by this morning's train for Blackbar Camp while Miss Margaret Morrissey dies after months of illness at her sister's home in Guildford. W Hollings in Perth learns of new Head Teacher appointment after service on the Western Front. carrier William McCominck dies, and Inspector Holmes begins official visit to Carnarvon.
Weather barometer readings show a dry spell likely ending with a change expected. Geraldton markets report brisk trading with fruit and groceries slightly lower in price and steady volumes. several local notices include shipbuilding bid interest, Red Triangle Appeal committee meeting, and entertainment fund contributions.
The British Admiralty painted warning words on shell boxes to avoid conclusions and a new Australian discharge certificate system misstates reasons for a soldier’s discharge. Reports cite entires like “Reason for charge” and “Escaped prisoner of war” as supposed causes, reflecting absurdities in official record keeping and misinterpretation of conduct.
Chinese representatives disrupted a Melbourne theatre production of The Man Who Came Back, protesting an opium reference and demanding context. Despite objections, Wenman refused a full removal but promised to clarify the scene’s intent to avoid insulting the Chinese community.
An advertisement-style note cites Wing Yoan’s Backache Kidney Pills as a prompt remedy for kidney disarray and backache. Thomas Hutchinson of Electoral area near Geraldton reports relief from severe back pain after a short course. Dutchinson’s claim says his father was cured eleven years ago and remains free of backache. Sold by Foster-McClellan in Perth at 2/9 per bottle with post option.
A large Nabawah Hall crowd attended a Pierrot company show, with strong encores and enthusiastic applause. The Red Cross benefited about £12, and the troupe plans another appearance on the 3rd of the next month, promising more good entertainment for the district.
Messra Dalgety and Co Ltd report cattle and lamb quotations dated July 10. Highlights include good quality weighty bullocks from £18 to £17, with other weights ranging £14 to £15, and median prices around £12 to £13. Prime and medium lambs show varieties from £23 to £40 in different classes, with heavy and lighter categories listed and fluctuating by weight and quality.
A Sydney Farmers and Settlers Conference discussion cites a rumor that 1817 wheat is dead and stockbrokers in Sydney reacted strongly. The West Australian Farmers Federation holds a Perth conference with doors closed, delaying press summaries until its conclusion.
Fragmented ad notes items such as trousers costumes coats and ship at tieleanse. Mentions leading Geraldton tailors and inviting suitable farmers for contract work with inspection and fire brigade elation. Also references bale and footman roles with terse contact hints.
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