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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 15, 1916
Page
3
European War coverage from the London Times reports the Allies must marshal every man gun and shell to match Germany with Haig explaining late offensive tactics. Prisoners on both sides rise as official figures in the House of Commons show British and German captures while ministers depart in a government car amid cabinet reactions.
Reports from Paris London and Copenhagen describe heavy fighting on multiple fronts. German submarine actions near the North Sea, Allied advances near Liege and Bucharest, and cannonade from Constantinople shape a global battlefield ambience with casualties and strategic shifts.
A disjointed World War I dispatch notes British successes near Ancre and French regard, while German lines face renewed pressure. Reports claim large prisoner captures and ongoing assaults in fog, with Haig avoiding exact details. Observers discuss German defenses, surprise attacks, and continued efforts to reshape the front near Bapaume and Lillery.
London reports a Commons debate on German prisoners in British hands from incomplete returns. Army officers tally 433 officers and 2,052 men, total 42,915. Navy officers 1,982 men total 2,115. Grand total 45,030. Britian prisoners including colonials and Indians total 92,866 across divisions.
Lady Tarron with Misa Grace 1 Tottler and Mrs Chase toured Perth Monday morning as Guides expand state wide. Local Girl Guides, begun by Mrs N Ferstat, report steady progress though her father’s death in Russia after 21 years absence casts a personal note on wartime separations. The deceased man lived to 75.
The x, Charon, from Singapore via northern port, docked at 6.90 this morning with about 200 tons of general cargo and 80 bales of wool. She will sail for Bre mantle tonight, agents Dalgety & Co. The sandalwood boat Wads Maru is due in Geraldton early next week to load 400 to 600 tons and return to Fremantle likely Tuesday. The Karnalpi will aast.
Margaret Daley aged 65 collapsed and died this morning. Police report indicate the body was recovered. local morgue has been notified.
The Town Hall crowd enjoyed a strong performance of the Comedy Company's Three Hats. The cast delivered solid acting with Mrs Selwyn as Mrs Davis and Grace by Miss Harper, supported by a capable piano and violin ensemble.
London news notes a local charity theatre adaptation featuring Sam and an Irish swashbuckler, with strong performances by Fred Bel and P F Rooke. The Bellshires and the orchestra contributed, while profits funded the Patriotic Band. The play, set in wartime mood, drew a pleased audience.
An advertisement lists a wide range of textiles and garments offered by Frank Green & Co including lace curtains, toweling, silks, voiles, poplin, lace voile, pique, cotton fabrics, shirts, vests, pants, and children's wear with varying prices in old currency. It emphasizes variety and quality with items such as tassore silks and Japanese kimono style pieces.
A garbled wartime passage describes grenades, a fort, and a Grenada store set ablaze by explosion. It mentions enemy acquittal, fear of bombing, and plans to return once safety is assured as French forces enter the area.
Payne's Pint Company reports for the half year ended September 3 an extracted loss and depreciation totaling £1,104 against receipts of £1,? with assets at £161 and machinery £22. The company shows substantial indebtedness and notes possible asset value improvement if future work proceeds.
The well known English jockey Daniel Maher died at his London residence on Friday. He rode winners in most principal English races, including the 1908 Rock Sand victory and the 1903 St Leger on Sir John’s horse. He also secured the 2,000 Guineas on Lord Toshebury’s Neil Tow, with other notable wins on horses such as Keyston and Sig 1. Mil ter, among many.
A fragment recounts Sir Henry Lawrence’s tomb in Lucknow, India, praised by Clarence Poe for its stark simplicity and solemn dignity. It notes Lawrence’s 1867 Mutiny defense efforts and his final act, with his epitaph emphasizing duty and mercy.
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