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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 16, 1915

Page

3

Threatened British Coal Miners Strike and War Front Updates

A grim outlook reports threats of a coal miners strike in Britain as 120,000 men idle in South Wales. Simultaneously the warfronts show intense actions with German pressure on the Western Front, and British Fleet life lines at Stoke. Reports claim 22,600 Russian prisoners and Italian advances, while Turkish and Bulgarian fronts note talks with the Young Turks breaking off. A casualty list from the Dardanelles lists 52nd, and weather considerations are awaited for future offensives. West Australians are mentioned among the affected regions.

Stoke South Wales

War News From Front Lines and Air Raids

Latest war cables report threatened strikes by Wictish coal miners and political posturing over supply impact. Bombardments east of Dunkirk continue with failed trench withdrawals, while Zeppelins head toward Britain pending favorable weather. German aircraft and submarine production centers are described as expanding operations in Constantine, Stensa Bay, and Chieti.

Decisive engagement claimed on the Wisluka front

The Russians report a decisive engagement on the Wisluka front with 22,010 prisoners taken last week. Petrograd notes the second line of defense held, while Paris reports Turkish Bulgarian talks broken after German gains. London says a government note credit will be sought. Coal mine strike affects 130,700 Welsh miners under the Munitions Act.

Petrograd Wisluka

Italian Front Battles Rage On Esonzo Banks

Italian forces on the left bank of the Esonzo have been in contact with the enemy since Tuesday. An advance between Wasi and Gorinia is reported, while Frovereto sees escalating clashes. Italian air squadron raided an encampment near Guttzin dropping 1000 bombs. all aircraft returned safely.

Cheney Dary Esonzo Wasi Nd Gorinia ix Frovereto Aqtadron Guttzin

Brepiste Coal Stern Sees Critical Aeratis Stills

London reports the Board of Trade chief Runciman meeting leaders amid a mining stoppage row. Ashton of the Breakin Miner Federation says government will settle the dispute, work to resume next week, and a card vote was demanded after a Cardiff conference split 418 to 0 against the council’s return-to-work recommendation. South Wales Federation executives clash over stoppage stance. Standop warns against endorsing any action.

Ashton Brekink Miner’ Federation South Wales Federation Beurn Standop Abe

Battles Continue Near Prannysz Despite Fortified Russian Defense

Reports claim ongoing clashes in the Prannysz area with continued Russian resistance. Allied forces report some territorial gains while facing strong Russian fortifications and counterattacks.

British ships shell Gaba Tepe after bombardment

Avens reports that on Saturday a British battleship with four destroyers bombarded Gaba Tepe, firing 250 shells and achieving considerable success. The item notes the assault occurred on July 13 near Avens, detailing the naval action and its claimed effectiveness.

Avens Gaba Tepe

The Roll of Honor West Australiams Perth July 15

The latest casualty list lists Sick and Wounded including Bugler J A McCoy and Private F E Hawnett with reported wounds and other soldiers such as Signaller W J Mouton Private W C Young and Private R C Merrick. It notes a Turkish War Information Bureau in Constantinople and the American Ambassador guiding information to authorities.

Perth J. A. McCoy Neurasthenia Constantinople

Letters from the Dardanelles Honoring Brave Soldiers

War correspondence from Gallipoli describes Dunlop and Francis writing home about comradeship and sacrifice. It recalls Chum Dunlop killed at May 27 after leading from a trench and details Australian troops advancing, casualties, and a friend’s death. Messages also note Martin Duples, son of W J Duples, joining colors and embarking for Melbourne.

Tlthough Meg White Fitzgerald-street Dardanelles Arthur Fremantle Geraldon Railwas Ginger) Dunlop geoMinene Wentner Fire Uris Parle Gallipoli Tune Whittle Chun Gle Chum Golos W.A Turkey Jackie Turk Chung Clarke Edgar Francis

Shipping Note Thess Charet Arrives at Geraldton from Singapore

Dalgety and Co ship Thess. Charet arrived at Geraldton from Singapore via ports at 9 this morning. After discharging 70 tons of general cargo and boarding passengers Mr and Mrs Wilkinson and family, she continued her voyage.

Thess. Charet Dalgety and Co Geraldton Singapore

Municipal Mems Report On Electric Light Plant Delay

The electric light department manager reported to the council that finish of the station extensions is delayed due to setting issues and a shipment shortfall. He expects completion by July if the deliveries arrive as planned, while discussions to cut consumer power costs proceed with the gas works manager’s report on plant improvements and further expansion.

Electric Light Department Carrie Sinpert Currie Council Westnessay Benoit Frye Heston Electric Wiens Davatlines Pee Vietsy Connect Thay Hall Red Cross Entertainment Hoyas

We Must Repeat Evening Story Of Pain And Cure

A narrative ad describes suffering from backache and kidney issues. It claims relief from Ty Tirekache Whines Pills, with testimonials of improved energy after taking the medicine. The text cites a store and price details, urging purchase via Kuster McClellan Co. at 9 Murray Street, West Wut.

Hase Aad Hilti Srmadon Geeathon Bishan Lins Korey Noau Che Hasse Kielce Stinttel Salir Kitnees Sia Pelee Kuster McClellan Jls Murray Street Werth Ian

Marist Report from Midland districts notes strong sheep trade

The Marist report describes solid activity in the Midland districts with high attendance and steady demand. Prices for prime sheep and lambs are listed by grade, with some quality variations noted and several lots shipped from the Great Southern.

Port Timbe Prine Vitrelison Kool Great Southern

Notable Events in Western Australia History

A fragmented OCR record recounts historical happenings in Western Australia, including government deliberations on mineral resources, harbor plans, and past maritime disasters. It references figures, places, and dates such as Geraldton, Fremantle, Sir George Shenton, and a stormy sea incident with ships named and tied to past governance and regional development.

Marek Geraldten Fremantle Hunbues George Shenton Hleney O'Grule Geraldton A. Vesnet

Fragmentary OCR Item Mentions Prices And Pairs

An unreadable OCR fragment references prices and items with scattered terms like boats and bits. The garbled text lacks clear names, dates, or events to identify a coherent news item or outcome. The readable portions provide little actionable information for a full summary.

Municipal Council Proceedings In Dense Ledger

The document reports a string of municipal council notes and decisions with references to appointments, public works, and financial matters. It mentions the disposal of the Worse or The West advance, the town clerk’s duties, and various names such as VIER, Wat, and Calder. It notes a sanitary expense and a statement about pay for trade services, with emphasis on detailing the proceedings and outcomes.

Deserystunn Prion Ye Harses Valen Harvey P Bartley Haniel Punch Motors Tre Huthee Ebler Shontar Tr Watts Julian Harned Carrie Vetter Pieretar Heiman Leaner Street Mahymet

Fragmented OCR Conveyed Education Board Dialogue

A garbled report discusses a Works Committee and contractor talks about a project, with references to a clerk named John and a chairperson, indicating delays or decisions on construction progress and official oversight. Names and places are obscured by the OCR.

Fragmented OCR leads to unclear health and wealth lines

A garbled OCR fragment mentions health and wealth themes and several unclear names. The text is partially unreadable, with nonsensical phrases and stray quotes, yielding no coherent event or person.

Street Fruit Stalls Debate at City Council Meeting

At Wednesday night’s council session a motion to prohibit fruit stalls on streets was defeated after debate on licensing, petitions, and street display rules. District Traders Association urged support for stalls while some residents objected citing obstruction and price concerns. The chair referred the matter to further consideration as councilors weighed license terms and potential rent controls.

Cry McCantan Deatt District Traders’ Association Alwy Uwe McCuuran Hatal Shieh Iit Lotab Geome TV Perth Peathy Wyck Phe Ameren Bs AAV Plauen Keniirek Gardner

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