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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1918
Page
3
On the Western Front British forces report a string of successes, capturing numerous prisoners and expanding gains. Reports indicate steady advances and steady pressure across several sectors, with observers noting improved coordination and tactical gains.
President Wilson in his reply to the German note demands Germany surrender or the Kaiser’s abdication. He says armistice terms must protect Allied interests and requires genuine German constitutional representation. The President notes he transmitted the correspondence to the Allies and urges a lawful German leadership to negotiate with the United States.
London reports Haig says the third and fourth armies attacked between the Sambre Canal and the Scheldt River. Infantry penetrated enemy defenses along the front, capturing Pommeruill Forest, Romenier, Beaurain, and crossing the Harpies near Vendegies Wood. East County troops seized Bousies. Anglo-Scottish divisions took Vendegies village and crossed the Harpies at Vendegies Wood. Neuville outskirts reached. Escartin captured. thousands of prisoners taken as the advance continues.
London Oct 24 The British Admiralty reports merchant losses in September reached 152000 gross tons, with Allied and neutral losses combining to 6900 tons. The total marks the lowest monthly sinkings since August 1916 and below that year's average.
Washington October 4 government reports shipments of United States troops to France have exceeded two million. The note implies a policy of applying force without stint if necessary to secure the war effort and sustain Allied operations.
New York October 24 United Press Association Washington learns that the armistice terms include occupation of ammunition plants possession of German warships surrender of U boats and evacuation of Alsace Lorraine.
Washington observers discuss possible armistice terms to Germany as Wilson finishes notes. The public opinion splits on unconditional surrender versus terms for capitulation. Taft calls the message the strongest yet, signaling closer to Allies’ peace aims while some doubt Germany accepts the President’s terms.
London reports sharp fighting continuing on Wednesday with progress across the Valenciennes area. British forces expelled Germans from Vendegles Wood and captured Neuville Saleschieg and Beaudignies while securing crossings of the Ecaillon River. Operations along the Sambre and Oise Canal and the Scheldt forced the enemy from Raisennes Forest and yielded Thiers and Theap. Civilians suffer as cavalry takes St Amand amid mustard gas shells near Valenciennes. New British corps east of Douai holds 12,900 destitute and foodless. New York notes a British capture of ...
Charlie Chaplin's first major feature LA Dogs Life will screen at King's Theatre with a Saturday matinee and evening show plus Saturday and Monday night performances. The film is billed as the year's greatest comedy and a great fun sensation in Perth.
The council discussed a £2 10s claim for garden damage by a council horse, deciding to pay after a vote. It considered health inspector notices on Kuhn’s premises, wool praisement protests with potential public meetings, and a fire brigades board candidate return. Lighting requests, wage wishes, road material purchases, and jetty upkeep were also addressed.
London October 22 A wireless German reply to President Wilson outlines that evacuation terms should be set by military advisers and that peace depends on power balance. It defends German actions, pledges to punish transgressions, and calls for neutral commissions to resolve charges. It notes a new German government with universal suffrage and seeks confidence of the Reichstag for future decisions. The Daily News and others discuss implications for Allied strategy and potential armistice guarantees.
Kay's Linseed Compound, claimed effective over five years, is advertised as helping tough cases such as bronchitis Calde and related ailments. The notice emphasizes prolonged use and potential benefits for chronic conditions and respiratory issues.
Press opinions view Germany's reply as unsatisfactory and a mere quibble failing to concede key terms. Military and naval leaders debate bases for an armistice, with calls for surrender of all U boats and an emphasis on concealing strength. British papers depict Solf's proposal as a cautious step toward surrender on the military status quo.
British papers warmly approve President Wilson's Notes but insist Britain and the Allies must act jointly. They call for Lloyd George to present a complete British programme matching the Empire's sacrifices and seek support for our claims. The Sunday Observer argues for equality with Wilson and Clemenceau and unity in diplomacy.
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