Fruit and poultry entries in local show auction
A long list details prize entries for fruit jams, garden flowers, wildflowers, homemade scenes, baked goods, and poultry. Names include Miss Duncan, Mrs A Clinch, Mra Whitfield, and Rev. Grower. The President’s prize was won by Mr C J Duncan for highest points among farm exhibitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.C. Logue
C. L. Dupcan
Aycup
Mrs A
C2 Clinch
Cridhile
A. C. Clinch
W. E. Criddie
Mra
C. Clinch
al C. Clinch
W. IE. Criddle
Aronatia Farm
A. Vince
K. Maley
Wiles
Misa Craigie
Miss Duncan
Miss D. Wiley
Tory Bone
Berald Hackett
F. BM. Clinch
Mime
Armory
Clinch
Max D. Wiley
Geraldton
Mra Whitfield
G. Wilson
Vata Menkets
Misa Maley
Ming Ream Hackett
Sprigginst
C. J. Duncan
Treasurer's Budget Speech Anticipated Deficit Highlighted
The State Parliament hears Treasurer Gardiner outline a deficit for the year. Revenue expected at 4,088,177 with expenditures around 5,510,000. He cites depleted utility earnings and war-related borrowing as primary causes, noting 19,000 from state steamships and ongoing public works costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peta
J Gardiner
Revue Wien
Jime
Ford
Browning Family Notes Illness of Son in France and Exchange of Officer
Personal notices from Bon karte report Private H Browning, youngest son of Mr and Mrs F Browning, admitted to General Hospital Rouen gassed and seriously ill on a second occasion. Lieut Basil Riley, son of the Archbishop, who joined British forces in 1914, has been exchanged and is now in England after internment in Holland following a three and a half year captivity in Germany. He attempted an escape about a year ago, was captured after 113 days three miles from the front. He was a Perth High School boy and Rhodes scholar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Browning
Bonkarte
H. Browning
General Hospital
Rouen
France
Basil Riley
Fritz
England
Holland
Germany
Perth
Rhodes
Rudzaria Out of the War and Clarkson Honored
Cables report Mr Bonar Law announcing in the House of Commons that hostilities with Tukentla end noon September 4. The agreement gives Matente control of Bulgarian affairs, with Cen tra lowered from the east. Edward Clarkson of Dongarra likely to win a gold jubilee on the Roads Board, amid rising local popularity. Friendly Union meeting postponed to October 10. Transcontinental Line strike causes all trains to cancel as drivers protest passes for interviews.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rudzaria
Bonar Law Hai
Louse of Commons
Tukentla
Edward Clarkson
Dongarra
Twin Roads Board
Clarkson
Greenough
British and Australian forces advance on the Western Front
The British and Australian troops attack northward from Nantoy to Gouy and push through strong Hindenburg defenses. They seize high ground south of Gouy, capture many prisoners, and recapture villages including Villers Guislain. Wey reports reaching Gonnelieu and the Scheldt Canal while New Zealanders clear the canal's west bank toward Crevecoeur. Continuous fighting leaves mud impediments as troops maneuver along the main Cannebwell road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Marshal Fuig
Nantoy
Gouy
Villore Guislain
Wey
Gonnelieu
Scheidt Canal
West Front Battles Raise Pressure Across 10 Mile Front
London dispatch reports six major engagements along a 10 mile front on the West front. General Baristot’s forces push between the A Dent and the Wesle with stubborn resistance but aim to delay a joint thrust by Mangin and Herthelot toward the Pronn Plateau.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baristot
Adent
Wesle
Mangin
Herthelot
Proonn
Turkey seeks armistice with Entente powers unofficially
London reports indicate Turkey is approaching the Entente Powers unofficially for an armistice as Bulgaria peace terms unfold. Diplomatic commentary suggests Bulgars may lose weapons and stay neutral, while territorial questions and Ferdinand's fate are to be settled at the Peace Conference with safe internal government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferdinand
London
Turkey
Teo
Daily Chronicle
Bulgaria
Mur
Bulgatis
British Progress List of Early War Gains
British dispatch from London reports North Walil of St. Quentin taken after brief combat. Further north progress toward Momcourt and capture of Vondhitite noted in Haig update.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Maranal Haig
Walil
St. Quentin
Tevegies
Momcourt
Canadians' Success as Cambrai Fire Spreads in Advance
Anglo-Canadians push toward Cambrai as they take Bronylle and Til Joy amid stiff resistance. Enemy forces set Cambrai ablaze while fighting resumes north of St. Quentin and the Cambrai sectors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camprai
Bronylle
Til- Joy
Cambrai
St. Quentin
French Advance Resumes as Troops Take Prisoners and Trucks
A Paris dispatch reports a French communique stating that the advance between the Aisne and Vesle resumed at dawn. Forces pushed gains in the Aisne valley and seized Bloarville Code Les Lavtts capturing numerous prisoners and material including 200 Tailwey trucks. Since September 26 more than 13,000 new prisoners and 80 guns have been captured along with heavy weapons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Aisne
Vesle
Campagne
Bloarville
Code
Les Lavtts
Suppe
Argonne
Belgians Capture Werck len and Staden as British Take Gheluwe
London reports the Belgians have seized Werck len and Staden while British forces captured Gheluwe and Warneton. Fighting near Cambrai continues with gains in the western regions as evacuations occur around Chemdes Dames. A London dispatch notes British advances since July 12 amount to control of 1,000 square miles, 251 villages, and 120,000 prisoners. The Kaiser orders immediate reforms following Von Tirpitz resignation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Wercklen
Staden
Gheluwe
Warneton
Cambrai
Chemdp-des-Dames
New York
Hionar Jaw
von Tiertling
Military situation review by Frank Simonds
New York dispatch reports analyst Frank Simonds stating the military situation shows Generalissimo Foch’s task nearing a decisive phase. He notes German resistance is holding in some sectors while collapsing in others, with Allied gains and German retreats evident near Ypres and in northern France. The piece mentions Australian forces countering outside Cambrai and Anglo-Belgian troops capturing Pargenton and Lahasseville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Frank Simonds
Foch
Gerasins
France
Ypres
Carmbrat
Pargeton
Lahasseville
Firing Constantinople Amid World News Mayhem
The report notes fires in Constantinople as forces clash near Vienna and lines hold at Loop by Song. Kings and foreign troops influence actions while rumors of intensified bombardments spread through Vienna and surrounding regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jondon
Dev
Vienna
School visit by Governor Macartney after show week
Northampton notes a Sept 29 visit by His Excellency Governor Sir William Ellison Macartney and Lady Ellison Macartney to local schools. Head teacher Mr May praised war work by pupils, including knitted items and sock making, and outlined a piano cost issue delaying efforts. The party toured the State and Convent schools, heard student addresses, and joined in singing God Save the King. the Governor commended the school’s patriotic efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Society
Lalsely
King’s Wall
William Ellison Macartney
Ellison Macartney
H. King
C. H. Counsel
James
Webb
H. Snowton
P May
Ifia
Ellison Macartnes
Excellency
Allison-Macartney
Germany
May
Hie
Ellisoo Macartney
Hig Excellency
St Py
Kelly
Eriison Macartnes
Eli Ari
Boley
Schont
Tsseha
Schnel
Mmm Sebevat
Raddera
EZY'S Wild and Woolly Sale Exudes Bargains
A garish sale pitch touts EZY'S discounts on white poplin items, lace and patent leather shoes for ladies, and children's boots. It markets deep cuts with brisk, repetitive claims and bold price figures to lure shoppers into daily visits and quick purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Geraldton
Weekend Shoe Sale Hits City Streets With Variety
An unabashed sale notice touts Kiddies soft Grace Strap Shoes and Surfer men's sizes from 1 to 10, canvas and leather boots, white canvas shoes, and tan boots. Prices range from 5 to 13 shillings, featuring discounts and remnants. The ad promises sizing details, styles, and a quick sellout this weekend.
Also Mentioned on This Page
B. Reynolds
Chan
Jones Bros
If. Duncan
M. Hamley
J. B. Reynolds
F. EB
M. Clinch
Orpington
Lngeworth
Bun
Orpingban
T. al Hollingsworth
T. McNaught
Plymouth Rock
Hollingsworth
Smith
Greer
Cnck
G. Aséerson
Gromer
Ritode Welandyred Ben
FG Anderson
M. Cileoh
Groser
Ianda
Prioin Wuek
State Parliament
Robur
Kay
the Western Front
Belgium
Kaiser
von Hertling
Friendly Union of Soldiers' Wives, Mothers and Sisters
Western Front
Coote’ Great Pepnermant
Tim
Constantinorly
Northampton
Chaimh
Ezy
Bostock
Monty
Eavers
Littie
Simoy
Susie
Thor
Peice
Bluchers
Leatier
Hoya
Wales
Mr Criedd
Scotland Yard
Efzywalkin Ltd
Messrs
H. S. Mackenzie and Co
Victoria Square
Dex
MacKenzie & Co
Grove
Bale
H. S. MacKenzie & CO
Am and Navy
Tapport
Bartletr
Laige
Casa Bos
Navy
Wills Bird's Eye
Victory
Vice Regal
H. L
Gibson & UO
SNESA
Gillitle
Wate Stoop
Gil Felte Yyuttorn
iSs
B. Snell's
Army & Navy Stores
Marine Terrace
Victoria District
H. L. Macey
Verrack
Ulans
Exe
Gibson & Gr
Hoop la Geraldton
Walhalla Ranch
Glover's
George Lammer
Blight Bros
Eewart
E. Snell's
Eoondhand
Rhetobera
Mars Bee
Vik Te Bay
Tnells
Sion
AL Gibson
Wetern
Tom Beare
Rhonostse
Rheims
Verdun
Andy Mets
Withers
LE Walt
W. Kole
Olazier
Bugeion
Sarvishes
W._ Keeley
Siondun- Sty
Gerald Meuse
Brad Way
Northampton Poral
James Phloeuke
Tittle
James Phoenix
Rom
Roger
Layedon
Mall
Fae
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