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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 23, 1917
Page
3
In a rapid push south and east of Peronne British forces advance about 40 miles east of the Somme and occupy forty more villages. Rebel activities grow in Germany as Berlin plunges into uproar over evolving revolutionary sentiment.
The United States vacillates as the press pressures for action. Roosevelt rejects a dollar war and urges sending an Expeditionary Force, linking national safety to Britain's example and calling for immediate steps.
March 22 dispatches report U S calls to end Central Powers pact as Allied leaders seek rapid military buildup. President Hoover urges immediate peace while pledging to strengthen expeditionary forces and shield Britain, amid debates on a broader European settlement.
British forces report rapid progress north and east of Peronite with enemy rearguards being expelled as fronts shift south of Lille. Contemporaneous dispatches note German efforts in Flanders and railhead advantages, while Italian and Turkish theater discussions predict possible separate peace moves as Germany strains allies.
A Northern France correspondent notes German activity with fresh withdrawals and heavy explosions at Len, Carvin, and Vowal as they destroy works and move heavy guns eastward. In London and Washington reports, Premier Wilson calls for an extra session of Congress to authorize war measures, while French forces near Monastir and St Quentin claim successes and prisoner captures.
Fragmented excerpts show ex Speaker Johnson attacking the government over policy while Parliament staggers through party splits. He defends his conduct, denounces confidential contracts, and notes party members walking out. The piece references opposition figures and a broader struggle for leadership during wartime.
Advance purchases guarantee supreme value across departments. Gent's wear features oilcoats blankets and overcoats with low prices. Manchester and Cavement cloths display plentiful stock. Boots ladies underclothes and mantles highlighted with bold prices. Colorful millinery and children's garments stock up quickly for the season.
The text describes widespread fires and heavy pollution across multiple valleys and alleys. It notes hasty reentry and many unidentified figures present, with references to a Venice Grad and various oblique names, then shifts to conflicting images of pollution and danger.
A historical note explains premature baldness as influenced by environment and stress. It lists factors such as heated rooms, anxiety, overwork, and habits like smoking and alcohol. Advice includes removing irritants, improving health, and trying an external lotion with specified oils, though outcomes are uncertain.
Fragmentary note mentions Wolfe's schnapps and a tasting verdict "Does ng Argoy with good teste" with a tally of 16 pleased, implying a positive taste reception in an informal 19th century advertisement or column fragment.
A fragmented report outlines government actions affecting farmers and pension-like allowances. It mentions the House of Representatives, the Prime Minister, and payments planned or proposed, with references to wage adjustments, amending terms, and financial support for farming communities amid evolving policy.
Fragmentary OCR lists several names connected to Northampton Presentation Convent events or figures. It mentions Loretny SHHTN and Marjorie Worthing among others, with scattered place-like terms and titles, but readable specifics are limited.
Arabs at Napaune report heavy fighting as German forces launch counter attacks near the town. Aerial and ground actions press the front, with defenders and villagers watching the advancing lines and the pace of battle intensifying through the afternoon.
Untold misery follows neglect of indigestion and dyspepsia. Early symptoms like pain after meals and heartburn can worsen, risking stomach ulcers. Neutralize stomach acid with MISURATED magnesia after meals to prevent fermentation, keep foods digesting smoothly, and avoid confusing it with other magnesia forms.
The text appears to reference Mr J Doody bonding a distressed fund in connection with Irish matters. It mentions forwarding dues to Mr AG Doody, care of a Dries address in Geraldton. The readable fragmentary items include names such as J Doody and A Anderson W and vague references to sales, pawn, and Messrs. components.
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