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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1917
Page
3
European war report notes a heavy artillery exchange east of Ypres with a German attack on Polygon Wood repulsed. British positions are described as intact and secure despite the engagement.
French and British warships join the Adriatic frontline as the second phase of the Italian offensive looms. German reinforcements move toward the Austrian front, signaling a widening regional war effort.
War update reports heavy German bombardment on Western Front from Tower Inlets to Polygon Wood with failed infantry advances. The Italian offensive looms as Austrians reinforce and Carnians retreat from France, while Britain plans broader air raids to crush German morale.London data notes 487 dead and 14,100 injured as civil casualties rise. Dutch trade embargo echoed and Holland ships continue feeding Germany as sub menace grows. British shipping reports include 1,600 arrivals and 4,775 sailings with 43 ships sunk by mines and submarines.
A Central News Agency report outlines alleged German air raids and planned Allied retaliation. The text describes attacks on hangars and installations, with claims of large numbers of aircraft involved and imminent strikes described as necessary to counter enemy gains.
Telegrams from Syumey dated October 4 describe improving costs of mining industry as operations restart at Naw cautls. The dispatch notes South Comat the whole of the sollleries and mentions ailments such as coughs colds and chest complaints, with claim of proven remedy.
The case of Robert Anguoli, 32, charged with manslaughter in the death of James Wilkinton, 62, proceeded before the Chief Justice at the Criminal Court. The jury returned a verdict of not guilty, Anguoli absolved.
Perth reports a known social man Charles Noble, attorney for Us Jonas and Co and Tama rins, disappeared after a body found face down in the river near the bridge jetty. Police continue river searches for Noble, found business papers in his pocket and a wallet missing.
A detailed account describes the Croix de Guerre and related honors awarded to civilians and military alike. It recounts a famous chess game staged in Napoleonic court fashion with 16 pawns as dancers and elaborate costumes, where spectators watched monarchs direct the play from a tower backdrop.
In Reeth on October 5, officials announce additional TAL return procedures amid ongoing general elections. Local authorities urge voters and candidates to follow updated timelines and filing requirements.
A compilation of excerpts from the Express on Geraldton matters. Mentions old rags as paper stock, hydraulic presses, and freight limits. Reports on the Greenough electorate meeting with Charles Crowther praising railway prospects. Also notes Henry Grey's immigration views criticizing emigrants and calls for Coolie labour rhetoric.
In a marshy valley near Sam Vicente eight thousand feet high a town of about a thousand residents relies on fly catching. Peons wade through mud to trap millions of black flies that swarm clouds above the waters near lakes Texcoco Xochimilco and Chalco. Flies are processed in primitive wooden presses and straw boxes, the insects dried into chips used as bird food.
Frank Green & Co The Big Store Carlisle advertise spring and summer goods including blouses dresses and dress goods with low prices. They tout new stock men and boys wear fabrics and yarns as well as hosiery and footwear to attract shoppers. The copy emphasizes value and variety to draw in customers.
An English orphan girl of 21 from Gravewend joined a sailor and planned marriage as his ship was detained in London. She hid as her vessel sailed, a U-boat shell struck nearby, and she was discovered and brought to safety after the ship sank. The girl was later sent back to England by the Vice-Consul. The report also mentions the Greenough Show events and livestock judging results in detail.
The Greenough Farmers Club held its fourth annual show on the grounds at Crampton Siding drawing many visitors and exhibitors from nearby districts. The prize list includes Heavy Draught events, Draught and Roadster classes, farm team, and various hacks and hunting events with multiple winners noted under stewards and judges.
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