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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1918
Page
3
European War front report notes the Franco-British line held in each sector while Germans advance briefly at Longport before being driven back. Air operations praised. In Austria, socialist warnings against working-class unrest rise. General Robertson appointed Commander-in-Chief in Great Britain.
London dispatch reports German efforts to break British lines repulsed across multiple sectors. Despite attempts near Mon Dietely and north of the Aisne, British positions held firm and 160 German prisoners were taken near Vingre. A German airman with four escorts was shot down on June 1.
London reports the Kenilworth Castle arriving with 300 passengers after a collision and explosion. The incident caused considerable loss of life and widespread concern over the disaster's aftermath.
French communique reports forces repelling enemy crossings of the Oise east of Sempheny. They say 100 prisoners were taken, and north of the Arene region 160 more were captured near Huntebrays. Artillery activity was noted around Longpoint Ventily La Poterie and west of Rhehne.
Paris telegraphs report intense artillery near Dixmude and Odrekom as American machine gunners and French colonial infantry guard the Marne bridgehead at Chateau Thierry. German attacks persist, bridge arch blown, but allied forces hold posts for days to prevent enemy repair. Veterans praise the vigour and sacrifice of the younger soldiers amid heavy fighting.
Pieid Marshal Sir Douglan tinte reports overcast weather on Tuesday. British forces brought down one enemy aircraft and another was driven down. Fourteen tons of bombs were dropped day and night. There were no British losses.
Austrian Socialist Congress issues proclamation urging government to improve food supplies amid worker unrest. Arbeiter Zeitung notes current western front reports may not promise victory or peace, signaling growing confidence in continued struggle.
London June 6 The OMeral Press Bureau announces General Robertson has been appointed Commander-in-Chief in Great Britain. John Cant of Chapman Foster reported Private Frank Cant sick on Wednesday and affixed to Southwark Military Hospital, Fnehamd, with pernicious fever in a severe form.
A large Perth audience cheered Father Fahey on Wednesday night at Majestus Theatre as he returned from war service. The return was organized by the AWE RiGill with Colonel Pope CB as president. Prominent figures included Mayor W F Lathlain Premier HB Lefroy Colonial Secretary EP Colebatch and Senator Lynch. Fahey thanked the crowd but joked he would prefer facing another landing over public speaking and defended his war record against sensational rumors. He praised Australian soldiers for discipline loyalty and esprit de corps and highlighted the bond between Australians and French people and the efforts of Australian women.
Transcribed debate shows Prime Minister and Navy Minister defending loyalty to Australia and the Empire while opposition members call for accountability. Fiery exchanges touch on resignations, leadership, and accusations of insincerity amid taxation and policy criticism.
London June 8 The Frankfurter Zeitung states Germany desires a diplomatic understanding with England since neither nation can be destroyed or ignored though England appears not inclined to friendship. Additional German victories may push toward that aim.
The French Premier M Clemes ceaux warns the war crisis nears after four years of conflict. He says France grows weaker while Allies bear heavy losses and urges calm and endurance to the end. An unrelated Walkaway train notice lists 7 15 am and 7 35 am departures to Geraldton.
The Era, a long serving cargo steamship once a major carrier and collier, was sunk while in overseas service. The vessel entered overseas work in February and was seen sailing toward Melbourne. Built at West Hartlepool, the 2,879 ton ship measured 99. long by 38 feet beam and 20 feet depth, owned by Howard Smith Ltd. or the Australian Steamship Co.
A speech in the House of Representatives by Dr Maloney highlights a family tale to argue for child pensions. He recounts a mother who bore thirty children including triplets and twins, with the husband never earning more than £2 15s weekly, urging reform to address baby births and state support.
The list shows prices for various goods including Truemile at 1/4 per tin, Canary Seed at 7d per packet, Pearl Barney at 3d per pound, Bramo at 8d per tin, Baiems loose at 7d per pound, and kerosene priced at 18s per case or 9s 6d per tin. Taxed and cased options noted, reflecting period consumer rates.
Fragmentary text discusses pensions in Australia, Prime Minister promising reforms, wartime impact on plans, and parental rights to pensions for feeding, clothing, and housing of children. Mentions UK losses and child death-rate connected to war, with unclear dates.
Doctors outline treatments for indigestion including dietary changes and medications. They emphasize timely use of prescribed remedies and caution against delaying treatment.
Dublin report notes Viscount French's tact in framing conciliatory proposals and calls for government sympathy to win public support. Dillon criticizes blunders and mismanagement over conscription and land reform, arguing trust and respect are essential to peace and that coercion cannot win over the Irish. The Catholic clergy say Home Rule measures hinge on government actions.
A fragment notes a product or remedy titled Peppermint Cure linked to Chronie Chest Complators and Woot by a creator. The readable text provides no clear date, organization, or outcome, but suggests a promotional or medical claim context within a dated period.
The speaker condemns discrimination in favor of Irishmen in Viscount French's proclamation. He asserts no greater cause of discord in the army than coaxing Irish soldiers to fulfill their duties. He claims British troops were treated worse than the Irish.
A House of Representatives table lists employees of German birth or descent in the Defence Department South Australia, including RW Muller, W F Gunther, HL Wart, C S Hutt, J Ausmunich, and others. It notes naturalised subjects and those born abroad, with references to inquiries by a Commissioner into enemy birth or parentage in Commonwealth government employment.
A brief note discusses pimples in schoolgirls, attributing eruptions to life in adolescence and diet. It suggests improvements from proper diet, reporting no price increase for De Williams' Pink Pills and mentioning a postal or building address fragment.
A plaintiff from Chaff Case in Perth Loy al Court sued for nineteen pounds damages alleging breach of warranty after finding paper string phosphorised bread and a dead rat in bread bought from H A Stephenson and Sam Ltd Wellington street. Plaintiffs representation included AO Comack with Thomas on defence.
The readable text indicates a linseed compound for emergency use related to a coach or team context. Names and specifics are unclear but the fragment shows medical or supportive treatment language bearing on an athletics or sports setting.
On Wednesday morning Police Magistrate Uanning heard a case where a plaintiff claimed a cow feed bag burst releasing phosphorized dust, injuring cows after he bought feed from the defendant for his own use. Damages totaling £10 13s 0d were awarded for feed price, vet fees, milk value, and cattle depreciation.
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