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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1918
Page
3
On the Western Front German forces advance with heavy sacrifices while British troops fight tenaciously. The front holds with an orderly retreat as large enemy forces mass. Allied reserves have not yet been mobilized to full effect.
British forces are outnumbered in parts four to one and suffer heavy gun losses. Lloyd George says a man a gun and a tank for every lost will go to France. Reports describe German advances from the Somme toward Peronne with French reinforcements aiding in the neighborhood around Nesle and Guise, while Allied reserves remain slow to mobilize.
Late wires report cautious optimism from French High Command about the Oise Valley stand and Somme safety with British forces. London dispatches note continued heavy fighting east of Rey and Albert, with attacks along the Somme front and German reinforcements. Vancouver confirms intensified French actions and a back‑and‑forth battle, while Washington cites Allied progress as the first phase ends and Amiens looms open.
London dispatch notes the German team was strong but underwhelming in performance. The Vorwaerte correspondent reports that goals or results did not meet high expectations and hints at cautious optimism for future play.
German armored forces press the drive as reports say many tanks are in action and have damaged British tanks. Correspondents note enemy tanks smashing concrete fortifications and destroying gun nests, with tanks largely winning the resistance. The Petrograd situation is reported hourly as close to a major turning point.
A Saturday garden party near the Mayor's residence will feature musical items and refreshments to support Miss Fish Green for head of the poll in the trench comforts fund fundraising drive. A social at Town Hall last night backed Miss Andrews with a guessing contest won by Miss Dora Ward and performances by Miss Stokes, Miss Brown, and Master Cartwright.
The meat price inquiry proceeded in Melbourne on Friday with chairman Mr Piddington and acting commissioner Mr S. Mi presiding. Witness F Withenoom of West Australia described three stations with 7,000 plus sheep and cattle, noting prices, a lack of outlets for stock, and war profits tax impacting profitability.
Church notices list a minister identified as er FE 1 Cameron for Good Friday service at 11. Note mentions focusing on intercession for Western Front troops and faster Monday. The Eternal Christ program at 7 45 follows. Annual congregational meeting is urged for attendance tonight at R15 MI.
A fragmented report describes inmates at Pentridge Prison overpowering a guard during a night escape bid. They bound him, fled the ward, and exited to the yard before officers intervened. One guard was injured as staff pursued the escapees who were retaken.
A young West Australian aviator, Mir Cadet Matmes Holmes, reports his first solo flight at the Taverton Crete aerodrome on March 2. After preflight instruction, he piloted a solo takeoff and landing, describing a careful ascent, controlled maneuvers, and a successful return, celebrating becoming WA’s representative pilot.
A large turnout gathered to honor Jenkin and family as they leave the state. Mayor Fire presided while speakers praised the couple’s years of service with the Tatvintte Punt and welfare efforts. Rev Craven and others lauded Mr Jenkin’s tact and civic spirit before his brief reply.
A farewell gathering in Geraldton reflects on the best time of life and thanks speakers for remarks about Dinsell and Mrs Tenkin. Attendees envision church union success and a future Northern State capital in Geraldton as Westralia outgrows Perth. Music by Mrs Jenkin and local contributors Miss Turner Oliver Mewar Trane Purtrwrieht accompanies the event.
Citizens are urged to support the war loan bond campaign to bolster national defense and aid those at risk. The appeal stresses every contribution helps wounded, families, and communities while reinforcing wartime resolve.
The annual State School Swimming Carnival held today faced heavy rain and rough water, limiting fast times though competitions remained spirited. Boys events results are incomplete with names such as Gladys Rice, Thomas, Guilfoyle, Hunter, Chaparin, Litton and Ruber noted among age groups, while Life Saving and Wading events list Edith Tonkin Dorothy Thomas and others, reflecting a lively but hampered program.
A scrambled report recalls a Laborite leader and a detachment entering Blackboy Camp after the referendum on conscription. It notes opposition to Melain’s measures, touring the country at personal expense to rally against the policy, and reports on his communications and loyalty to the cause. The piece reflects mixed reactions to the referendum outcome and the Labour movement’s stance.
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