Allied Progress on Western Front Stands Unchecked
In brief dispatches from Europe the Western Front shows ongoing Allied advances despite German peace overtures. Chief Allied ministers meet to discuss the subject as German diplomacy explores terms.
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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 09, 1918
Page
3
War Front Reports Gains and Reversals in October Action
Telegraphed dispatches describe Allied advances near St Guent in the Guippe area with 70 prisoners taken in four hours and a counter attack along the Arnea River regaining some positions. Other notes claim advances toward Berry andIsle-sur-Gupppe. separate item notes Senate debate on Germany peace terms and Churchill warning of no immediate end to the war amid winter pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lonaga
Cenetaliasima Fock
St.Guentin
Guippe-Ames
Arnea
Wands
Islee-sir-Gutppe
St.’ Etteuse-sur- Gulppe
Rummancourt le Petit
President Wilson to decide on Austro German peace note
New York dispatch says President Wilson awaits replies from Entente and Allies before replying to the Austro German peace note. A united Allied front is expected, with numerous telegrams urging rejection of the peace proposal and the Senate backing a firm stance. The decision may be announced Tuesday, with widespread support anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tiet
Wilson
Germany
Washington
New York Times
Wilsale
London
Paris
Roe
Marv Snk
Trig
Anglo American advance nears Hindenburg Line
The United Press reports Anglo American forces punched into German positions along the Hindenburg Line after a heavy barrage. Byng and his armies pressed ground beyond Beaurevoir toward Musnieres, seeking to breach the fortified zone as trench lines and barbed wires hinder a direct assault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
United Preas Association
Hindenburg
Byng
Besu- Feuoit
Musnieres
Beaurevois
Mumeires
Byne
Priawlinson
Leoateat
Allied Ministers in Conference Prevail in Unconditional Surrender Call
Fragmentary wartime dispatch notes Allied ministers in conference reaffirm the prevailing watchword unconditonal surrender with emphasis tied to Italy and France. Details are unclear due to OCR damage but underscore a unified Allied stance and the push for unconditional surrender.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
France
England
Lonium
Pell Mall Genette
Germans in Retreat Firing Towns and Farms Report
London dispatch dated October reports German retreat with towns villages and farms aflame while the front line lines burn and fires spread along the retreat in progress as reported by the Preach newspapers indicating widespread destruction in occupied areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Londons
Preach
Anglo Americans Launch New Offensive Near Cambrai
A fragmentary report notes Anglo American forces advancing three miles toward St. Quentin Cambrai as German troops retreat. Evacuation of Belgian coast mentioned and mines laid near Le Torits, with the United Press relay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stluentin
Racing results from Sydney spring carnival day three
Sydney reports the third day of the A J C spring carnival with racing results. Craven Plate lists Citigas Wolarot Estland as winner with 14 to 1 odds in a closing race. Suburban Handicap also noted with betting details and winners from the card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
A.J C
Citigas _ Wolarot
Royal Show Opens as Deserted Town Visits Fair
The Royal Agricultural Society’s annual show opened at Clare and runs to Saturday. Express trains to Perth carried many passengers south to witness the event. Geraldton notes the Deseret Town mood with shops closed and hotels empty as locals recall the pier project and a £2000 grant. The Victor Distinctive Co operative Flour Milling Company reports half year profits of £21,061 186 164 and announces plant expansion to raise output. Dalgety & Company note 280 cattle sold at Robb’s Jatt, last shipment of the season, with meat quality fair to good. Sheep yarding at MigLand Junction totals 7,000, market firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Royal Agricultural
Clare
Perth
Royal Agricultural Society
Edward Pope
Geraldtys
Forrest
Pope
Victoria Distinctive Co-operative Flour Milling Company
Agricultural Bank
Dalgety & Company Limited
Robb
Treatment of Consumption by Chloramine T Found Promising
Dr F W Waters of Adelaide reports in the British Medical Journal that chloramine T, taken orally, shows surprising improvement in phthisis patients after five months’ use. He describes a germicidal action against bacillus tuberculosis and notes cautious progress with very chronic cases, while declining to claim a definite cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Waters
Adelaide
Waters
Smow
Alreay
England
Teserver
Constable's Holiday Ends With Childrens’ Escape
Constable Cowie of Maylands on annual leave with wife and two children faced a runaway horse near Guildford. The horse bolted after being tied to a tree, Mrs Cowie dropped the children from the vehicle one by one, and Finlay Bros. worker riding an Indian motorcycle halted the horse. Mrs Cowie and one child were uninjured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constable Cowir
Maylands
Iuildford
Caversham
Cowie
Hugey
Finlay Bros
Eight Hours Day Demonstration Committee Meeting Details
A well attended Eight Hours Day meeting in Geraldton discussed procession routes from the Fire Station to the Recreation Ground via Marine Terrace. Prizes are planned for trades displays and unique exhibits including a best decorated motor car. Events include step dancing and multiple contests with inscribed medals, and a children's events fund of £10. Proceeds benefit the Geraldton Patriotic Fund and local building funds. The demonstration promises to be the most successful yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton
A.W.A
Marine Terrace
Tlw
Lim
King
Geraldtim Pat Tintic Fund
General Foch Described As Modern D Artagnan In War Tales
The article portrays General Foch as a romantic, gallant leader with a striking presence. It recalls a witty wartime moment about a reserve officer, notes his prodigious memory, and cites praise from and about the British, including his view on cavalry, guns, and infantry in the Marne period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foch
General de la Croix
Paris
Petwnen
Marne
Cambridgeshire
Soldiers Letter From France Reports Promotion To Sergeant
Sergt Joseph Oxenham of the 7th Battalion writes from France to cousin Aliss Mery Davidson of Northampton. He says he has been promoted to sergeant for good work and notes many duties ahead. He hopes for a better night and mentions a tough time expected, but remains committed to the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Oxenham
France
Tor Hin
Aliss Mery Davidson
Northampton
Epidemic shuts De Beers mines in South Africa
A Kimberley message reports Spanish influenza sweeping South Africa, forcing the De Beers Consolidated mines to close. The epidemic is described as unprecedented, affecting every industry and public department. The Rand shows its peak while Capetown sees spread, with fatalities among both whites and natives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Africa
Kimeberley
de Beers
Capetown
Kimberlay
Oscar
Geraldton Express Availability Through Local Agents
The Geraldton Express can be obtained via agents Messrs T R de Lucey Geo Laing J Clarke E Scrll Geo Rogam and Co, with others listed as distributors in the vicinity. Ends with notes on where to pick up or inquire about subscriptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton
Messrs
T. R. de Lucey
of. Iu
Geo, Laing
J. A ‘Clarke
E Scrll
Geo. Rogam and Co
Alt
Market Reports Remantle Skin and Ice Market Sale
Kangaroo skining sales attract full buyer attendance with strong competition and cleared lots. Goatskins show keen enquiry though many skins are liable to be valueless due to bills. Sheep skins quote varied by weight and quality. damaged skins fetch lower prices. Tallow prices listed for various quality grades and containers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesara Dalgety and Co
Hanuer At Tate Tales
Heans Essence and Nervine Tone Advertisements
An old advertisement promotes Heenzo copinere tna Hean's Essence for coughs and sore throats with warm water honey and treacle. It claims pint savings and easy mixing with no boiling. It also touts Hean's Nervine Nuts as a nerve tonic aid, offering small bottles and whole page mail-order details with prices and postage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hean
W. Hoan
Campreagh Street
Sydney
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