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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 15, 1917
Page
3
The British offensive continues along the Western Front with progress across the front. Many fortified positions captured and the advance remains practical and continuous though heavy rains hinder movement. Allied forces foresee a broader offensive emerging.
The report details a German naval crisis with Minister Capelines resigning and Parliament adjourning. It notes Michaelis accused of desertion, Japans limited European moves, and Germany seizing Cosel and Dago Islands to gain a naval base for countering Russian forces. Weather and battlefield progress impede operations with heavy rain delaying advances in the Flanders sector.
Telegrams report the final results from Perth and surrounding areas in the general elections. Voter turnout details and party performance are summarized, noting key candidates and margins in several constituencies.
Melbourne racing on Saturday October 14 featured the Caulfield Cup with extensive betting. Prince Royal led early in the Dedutan Stakes and appeared strong before fading. Latest Caulfield Cup odds show Wallace Smimglass at 7 to 1 and several runners including Bonsets, Chrome, Lavendo, Lingie, Sir Aymas, and King’s Bounty among contenders.
Late wires report fierce artillery action on the Aisne with gains and withdrawals to protect flanks near Pantheon and Vallelere while weather impeded the second attack stage. A Russian communique claims no pier capture at Oesel and Baltic coast operations continue with German naval gunfire and torpedo threats thwarted by Allied ships and shore batteries.
The Premier stated the government will not swamp the Council and will appoint a measured number of members to conduct country business. Names cited include Mirabane Opt 12 and others such as Menara F Courtis Berellin Bundaberg EH Purnell Randolph Bedford Brie Kane T Nevitt, Townsville quarantine officer, journalist, among appointees. Geraldton to Oct. 14 1917.
A collection of humorous exchanges and social snippets. A bald boarder ponders scraps as broken peace while Polly and a portrait topic amuse. A Suffragette’s routine, a clergyman’s sins, a small boy’s tart theft, and a guest’s lodging bill comparison reveal playful, domestic humor.
The Kalgoorlie Miner reports Commonwealth and State review of Trans Australian Railway fares shows Perth to Adelaide Melbourne Sydney and Brisbane classes with higher single journey rates for travelers from Kalgoorlie and eastern towns. West Australian authorities and government protest centralisation and unequal treatment of the goldfields.
Proceedings from a producers meeting in Geraldton discuss director purchase powers and changes to articles. Amendments limit non member purchases and adjust reduced price terms. Provisional directors were appointed with H L K Maley as chairman and others named.
A village shop keeper, a bald man, and his wife fill the window when a lady asks for spowsd oil badder lard. The wife insists they do not keep it, but the misreading leads to a comical claim that the bladder of lard is the husband’s "half need."
Seasonal assortment with women blouses in white lawn voile organdie and crepe de chine, summer skirts in white gabardine and variegated fabrics, many fabrics and hosiery, men’s trousers and hats. Prices from 1/6 to 18/6, wide selection aimed at drawing trade to the big store.
A lively Geraldton Town Hall event marked the return of Mr J C Willcock as the Labor member for Geraldton. The community praised the campaign committee, especially the women, and attendance signaled strong Labor support despite a hard fought race. Refreshments followed the dance as the evening closed with photographs at Dawson's studio.
A brief study suggests that small acts like how children sharpen pencils reveal future traits. Teachers and parents can observe tendencies toward economy, artistry, impulsiveness, or destructiveness, using these moments to guide and advise children.
A fragmented dialogue shows Old Kindheart and Mrs De Style discussing a pretty bird. The exchange includes garbled phrases and references to sorcery and a family line, with unclear context and characters.
An old fashioned remedy recommends heating a large onion until very hot and placing it against the ear wrapped in thin fabric. Repeat as needed until pain subsides, then rinse the ear with lukewarm water and insert a small lint after removal to prevent wax issues.
A fragment discusses sunlight in a home causing carpet and curtain fading and blinds wearing. It notes families growing pale and frail, with young girls showing waxen faces and pinched expressions. The doctor is called for anemia like symptoms, iron and milk are prescribed, and a change of air is suggested.
A fragment describes sprains as partial dislocations of wrist and ankle groups and prescribes massage as the sole treatment. Begin immediately with soft, gradual rubs away from the injured area, using palm and finger surfaces, with oil. Massage lasts ten to fifteen minutes, repeated daily for five to six days or until pain and swelling fade, followed by bandaging of the limb.
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