Russian thrust yields vast booty and prisoners in Europe war
General Letchitsky repels the enemy and captures immense booty, with over 30,000 officers and men. Brusiloff and Sakaroff report a hail of prisoners and guns. A massive New York explosion follows, with 600 tons of high explosives on a train detonating. Damage is estimated at fifteen million sterling and a tremendous conflagration follows. A fearful tally of German casualties since the war began appears.
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Letchitsky
Brusiloff
Sakaroff
New York
Petrograd
Letchiteky
Stanislav
Dneister
Brussleg
Sakaharod
Sakerati
War Cables From July Fronts and New York Blast
World war dispatches report Brusilov gains and heavy fighting along the Pripet to Carpathians frontier with continued enemy immobilization on the western front. A New York explosion at the National Storage Works caused massive damage, 18 killed, many injured, with warehouses and barges destroyed. Canadian and Munster raids disrupting German positions near Ypres and Loos.
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London
Petrograd
Morning Post
Brusilov
Pripet
Carpathians
Transylvania
Kovel
Vladimir
Volinski
Kelomeat
Daily Chronicle
Haig
New York Press Draws War Comparisons and Casualty Figures
The New York press reviews war fronts, arguing Almen positions were misjudged and estimates total casualties at 18,000,000 with 8,300,000 killed. Interviews with British and German figures suggest the war may last six months to a year, with Berlin scholar Ludwig Stein predicting further ruin for almost all powers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ameriaan
Ludwich Stein
Berlin
Britain
Germany
Australian PM Hughes Arrives in Perth amid War Hero Welcome
Senator Lynch, senior Labor figure, welcomed Prime Minister Hughes and entourage in Perth. Hughes plans a public statement after meeting the House of Representatives, noting six months away and the return with wounded and invalided soldiers. He praises Australian and British troops for their conduct after the German East Africa campaign.
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Perth
Lynch
Federal
Labor Party
Hughes
House of Representatives
Australia
Commonwealth
Mark Twain
East Africa
German Casualties Since Beginning of War Declared
Zurich dispatch reports official German casualty lists through July 30 showing total dead and missing at 1,817,613 alongside 1Sulicers and other losses. The figures indicate sustained manpower losses since Germany entered the conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zurich
Voyage ship aids nation through wartime stress and illness
The narrative describes soldiers and civilians united by danger and purpose during wartime. The author reflects on recovery from illness in England, the calm voyage home, and the kindness shown by Britons, Canadians, and South Africans while honoring Australian soldiers at Gallipoli and the Commonwealth’s resolve. The author hopes to report further on wartime matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
England
Commonwealth
Tritals
Canada
South Africa
Gallipoli
Ocstesa
State School Social Closes Term With Entertaining Programme
The State School social on Saturday marked the close of the second continuation class term. Principal A Stewart guided a cheerful program with dancing and musical numbers by students and performers from Midway. Rev A Craven presided and head teacher T P Shaw attended. refreshments were served as friends enjoyed a lively evening until midnight.
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A. Craven
T. P. Shaw
T. Shaw
A. Wooders
D. Waller
Successful Stock Sale at Mullewa District Centre
A 1d stock sale conducted by Dalgety and Co at Mullewa attracted buyers from Geraldton Perth Fremantle Kalgoorlie and the Murchison. About 3 cattle 24 sheep and various calves yearlings and cows were sold with prices ranging to £8 148 for bullocks and 2757d per head for wethers. Mr Hamilton handled the hammer with R Kelly also present. A luncheon followed the sale, and traders praised Mullewa as a thriving stock centre likely to repay the firm’s substantial outlay.
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Messrs. Dalgety and Co
Mullewa
Teraldton
Perth
Fremantle
Kalgoorfie
Murchison
Thamilton
R. Kelly
Geraldton
Dalety and Co
Mullewa Roads
Fragmented Textile Prices From An Historic Market List
A garbled OCR record shows various fabric and clothing items with prices such as White Ace Curtain, Flannel Underskirt, Sailor Brits, Silk Coats, and Melette Comms. The text lists colorings, lengths, and stock codes interspersed with stray numbers, suggesting a late 19th or early 20th century market catalogue.
Continuation Classes Geraldton Report on Attendance
Continuation Classes at Geraldton show steady work and improving attendance despite severe weather. Evening sittings in millinery and dress cutting are well filled while industrial subjects stay strong. parental and employer support boosts student commitment as the term nears certificate examinations.
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Uwe
Andseypury
Newt Teem
Parkers and thin bread prices and price control debate
A fragment from a 20th century letter discusses bread pricing, bakers signing declarations, and the potential need for a government price adjustment board inquiry. The writer questions efficiency and hints at cooperative pricing while criticizing possible profit motives. References to an Attorney General and a Prices Adjustment Board surface without clear context.
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Sannay
Encyelopedia Lyittunien
Fetver
Correspondence to the Express on Victoria Motor Works notice
A letter complains that only the author owns the Victoria Motor Works garage and that the paper should not imply others. The writer insists the suggestion by a contributor was not from the paper and denies any newly established garage.
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Hiltur
Finray
Mayself
Hruilt
Victoria Motor, Works
ARVON
Dihy
When the Children Cough Pep At Home Remedies Advised
A testimonial packed piece extols Pep as a child friendly cough remedy. It cites quick relief from congestion and chest tightness, praising Pep for soothing membranes and aiding recovery. The account notes broad use in families and hints at more content in future issues.
India’s Wrestlers Eat Big on Mill Substances
India’s athletes grow strength on subsixstring mainly from mill derived fare with rich meat and starch. Moscow claims Europe’s largest hospital with 7000 beds and a staff of 96 doctors and 900 nurses. about 15000 parents are called annually. Wolfe’s Schnapps advertised as superior.
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America
India
Moscow
Europe
Hean Essence cough remedy advertised in Sydney
An advertisement touts Hean Essence as a cheap cough and croup remedy. It claims a pint cures chest and throat troubles at a fraction of the cost of ordinary mixtures and offers purchasing options from chemists, stores, or by post from GW Hean, 178 Castlereagh Street, Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hean
Castlereagh Se
Sydney
Auction Market Report From Aide Ant Aviction
Fragmented OCR text shows an auction market with buyers and sellers including names like Het Ta Reprand and M4 Me RS. It mentions 194 late items and rosters, buyers showing interest, and various stalls listing pigs, cans, and securities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun TL
Acer
Her
Kiel
Nko
UG Daemons
Etignyers
Agit
Woods Great Peppermint Sure advert line reads oddly
A fragmentary verse urges readers to buy Woods Great Peppermint Sure to guard against illness as cold winds worsen and daylight fades. The quirky alliteration and archaic phrasing resemble an old newspaper ad or poetic promo from a bygone era.
Obscure Local Notices On Property And Goods Sale
Fragmented OCR text references railways schools and property notes with names like Brent Wohl Jasin Katie and Dnalasherstreet. Mentions quality ads for milk products and enlargements and a sale of an oak item for $04. Poor readability obscures clear events or dates.
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Stone
Brent Wohl
Jasin Shim
Katie
Dnalasherstreet
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Romttam
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