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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1917
Page
3
War dispatch notes Cossacks ravaging the countryside as Russian positions advance. Galician civilians flee in panic amid the crisis. Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg resigns and Dr. Michaells succeeds.
A summary states a Greek Italian accord is signed amid the upheaval, with Republican forces reportedly successful across fronts, the Forbidden City under shelling, monarchists surrendering in Pekin, and foreigners not yet interfered with.
Across Petrograd reports the Russian push to Kilum tecavec promises overrun of enemy lines and a wider retreat by Austro German forces. In the Baltic, house to house fighting at To vecze routs the besieging units while Korniloff’s Galician offensive forces two German corps into retreat. Germany announces Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg’s resignation and Michal as successor as the political turmoil unfolds.
Late wires report Zurich hopes the new German Chancellor Dr Michaelis will push ministerial responsibility to Parliament, while Britain backs continuing the war and economic control of Belgium. Copenhagen notes Michaelis impresses political circles as strong and clever, with Renton expected to succeed Zimmerman. Russians repel several attacks, capture many prisoners including officers.
Weather figures show weekly rainfall totals up to July 12 with July 9 readings. temperatures ranged around 47.8 to 70.6 degrees. Health reports from the Molen Officer note 19 births and two deaths in June, drains needing repair, and a push for a better water supply in Geraldton.
The report details Theodore Wolff discussing Lihla and royal succession, with tensions linked to the Crown Prince and a militia party. It notes Lance-Corporal Cunningham as a POW, a record-keeping movement honoring James Mitchell’s ministerial period, Captain Barkett's medical rest, and the departure of Mr. Threadgold after decades in Cue and Caynman. Additionally R. A. Osrter visits Geraldton on business from Fremantle.
An event promoting a well organized Euchre party and dance at Pari Hall features a strong program, prizes, floor, refreshments, and a modest admission. Promoters note the July 27 auction of valuable horses at Sandford Street yards and urge timely notices.
The council weighs tree planting with Wehalt and Me Lapp offering twenty men and many trees, while Me Lapp is informed the plan cannot proceed due to water supply concerns. An Australian report notes dismissals from the Australian Infantry and confirms wheat market schemes and a sixpence per bushel boost for 1216 17 crops as government farms plan.
A reader questions Greece as an ally and urges Gersicton Greeks to naturalise and join the fight for the Allies. The letter laments past actions and calls for patriotic recruitment to support Australia and its war effort.
A rough week in Geraldton featured persistent N to W winds turning gale during a short burst with squalls and rain. Chare Stokes and Hormavo stores suffered front damage while Green's window and several outbuildings were harmed. Electric light wires were smashed causing a brief fireworks display but no injuries. Barometer remains low and forecasts suggest no improvement.
Fragmented wartime letter from Luke to his mother describes harsh confinement and bitter cold. He laments separation, worries about loved ones, and recalls a harsh daily routine. He mentions letters, hiding, and a longing for home as he endures shelter, hunger, and cold. He signs as your loving son Luke.
A Melbourne manufacturer’s stock is eyed for purchase by Frank Green & Co in a broad sale listing. The ad showcases job purchase prices on ladies wear, dresses, skirts, coats, and children’s garments, with special millinery lines and low prices across fabrics, hosiery, and accessories.
The notice reports the death of Mrs Catherine Hoenn a respected resident of Feraldten aged about 28 years and notes her military pensioner husband and children. It lists surviving relatives including daughters Miss Web AES Stone Mrs Kyte Gardener Mrs Marietta Wen tort and son Mr Wilfride Heson, with funeral arrangements and pallbearers. The record describes the cremation and cemetery ceremony conducted by Rev Mathes and references assorted auction notices for weights and goods.
Market reports list heavy weight won Wool, prices around £21 to £20. Good quality hides and skins noted, with mixed weight totals and multiple livestock item mentions. Several entries reference Michigan wethers, Madbillton stock, and prices to £685 for Hagwels. Industry terms and local market conditions conveyed in a brisk, period tone.
Dalgetys Weekly stock report notes thefts and irregularities at several stores, with mentions of stock shortages and missing items. Details unclear due to garbled OCR but references thefts, compensation, and stock management concerns across multiple branches.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Port July market week with prices for sheep, wethers, ewes, pigs, and cattle, plus various weights and classifications. Mentions local traders, country butchers, and mixed stock, with multiple monetary figures and product descriptors embedded in garbled text.
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A fragment from the Express Trade Directory shows extensive, unclear listings of manufacturers, merchants, and suppliers across Geraldton Sydney and London. It references Atlas Engineering Co and multiple unnamed firms offering ships, footwear, banking, dry goods, and general merchandise with scattered addresses and trade terms.
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