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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1918
Page
3
British forces push forward along the east bank of the Scheldt river as they repulse all counter attacks, maintaining momentum on the Western Front.
General Foch reports a vigorous drive between the Gise and the Sévre aided by tanks, taking several villages and many prisoners. German counterattacks near Sis, Soune, and Chateau Porien were repulsed. 2,300 prisoners taken in the region since yesterday and hundreds of machine guns captured. British operations also successful. Haig notes advances south of Valenciennes, taking Artes and Pumate and crossing the Rhone near Artes, repulsing a counterattack near Ensietouteine and taking about 1400 prisoners that day.
Italy reports a strong land counterattack along the Fair Way north west of Lequesndy after a yesterday evening bombardment. The enemy was repulsed with great losses, according to the latest British wire dispatches.
French forces report a significant advance with the 1st Army pressing from the north toward the Serre and Assis line. Hill 117 and a Sosar factory were captured, 2,450 prisoners including 51 officers taken between Sigsonnex and Peronte between October 15 and 27.
Weather dispatch notes Italian attack suspended owing to had west land floods in rivers. Reichstag debates Wilson message with Solf denying repudiation of Wilson proposals. Frankfurt Zeitung predicts Kaiser's wise decision shaping Germany's future policy. Amsterdam reports indicate mixed commentary on Wilson's plan and peace negotiations.
Reported mutiny by Croatian soldiers in Fiume on the Adriatic coast. Barricades the barracks and railway station. Troops sent to quell. not expected to attack mutineers. Interim reports claim Austrian and Hungarian movements and widespread unrest with claims of hundreds killed.
Personal Cortral Carroll of VC was due to arrive by the trans Australas express. The Kalgoorlie region railway service notes the train reached Kalgoorlie on Saturday. Arrangements were in hand during the week to give him a cordial reception.
London dispatch reports the German Reichstag passed a bill placing the military command under the government’s control by a large majority. Conservatives and militarists opposed. liberals prepared to counter.
An official message from London dated October 27 states that our advanced cavalry armored forces occupied Aleppo on Saturday morning after overcoming slight resistance. The report emphasizes rapid progress and minimal opposition as troops secured the city.
A Zurich telegram says German Princes meet in Berlin on Wednesday to decide the Kaiser's abdication. The telegram reports the princes will discuss the fate of the Kaiser and the political future of Germany.
The Geraldton branch of the Returned Soldiers and Sailors Association held a special meeting at the Soldiers Institute on Wednesday night with a large turnout. In the chairman’s absence Mr Mathews was elected to chair the meeting.
Mr Macey urged appointing a paid secretary for the branch due to increasing work. Mr Palmer and Major Kidd supported the move. The motion set a salary at 1 1 per week with one week’s notice, while an amendment delayed pay pending Institute Committee input. Guaranty of 4 10s weekly for three months was offered, nominations to be via local press from October Bird, limited to the branch.
Telegrams report partial details from Federal Parliament about the Swan by election. Corboy and Hedges are named along with Murray and Watson. W. Geraldton is referenced in connection to the unfolding political situation. The item notes incomplete results and ongoing wording in official dispatches.
The Charon docked at Fremantle on Saturday with several Spanish influenza cases aboard. It was taken by the quarantine department after fumigation. Mail and cargo were landed, shipped bananas fumigated, and quarantined. Two officers, one passenger, and 19 Asian crew were noted as mild cases.
Under sunny weather a postponed eight hours day event concluded Saturday afternoon with a large crowd in attendance. The City Band played between dances while competitions drew enthusiasm. Pipe Major Wayland and Bert Rahaley supplied music. Bertha judged, with Joe Ryan and C J Crago judging athletics. Award winners included Timed events and handicap races for youths, with notable performances by R Smith and A Gould among others.
Readable fragments show events from a local sports day including sprint heats with Piva Puddy Breatnall Crean and Hap St and Jump results Counsellor Hott Livin Ladies’ Stepping Loyds Mrs Stansfield and a high jump under 17 with prize by Mr John Waysland. Dancing contests list Gracie Jones Kathleen Hindge Ada Jones and Jamies Jones Rob Broad. A sheep guessing contest by J Marsden is noted.
Midl and Fat Cattle Market quotations show mix of weights and qualities with prices: choice weighty bullocks £18-£19 for odd pens up to £19 6d, good quality weighty £16-£17, medium £13-£15, steers £12 10s to £19 10s, light £10-£12, cows £11-£12. Sheep and lambs similar range with prime prices up to 15s-18s for shorn lambs, ewes and fat stock varied. Pigs and stores listed with heavy choppers 15s-50s, medium 32s-37s, light 28s-28s, prices fluctuate by weight and quality.
Local correspondent reports rabbits as plentiful near Willow Guild and Mr Frank Mitchell bags 21 rabbits during a holiday outing. A Trench Comforts Fund sale at Northampton State School Produced produce, tea, and a dance yielding funds for soldiers’ dependants, with £30,000 target. Light showers and improving crops noted.
The report lists balances at year end including credit at Treasury and WA Bank, receipts and expenditures across rates, government grants, and asset values. It notes outstanding rates, estimated uncollectible amounts, and assets such as property, machinery, and commonage fees. Town agents are named for Geraldton Express distribution.
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