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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Sep 08, 1916

Page

3

Royal Commission on Esperance farming district announced

The Minister for Industries Mr Jas Mitchell said a Royal Commission is appointed to investigate farming in the Esperance district with wide powers. Members include RH Dempster Esperance M T Padbury and R McDonald from the Taxation Department. Also notes past Bank policy and lime kilns transfer to A Chant and T Cram at White Peak with expected business.

Royal Commission Esperance District Jas, Mitchell Esperance RH. Dempster M. T. Padbury I Morgan R. McDonald Ithe Taxation Department Banko Agricultural Bank Hayseed St. George's ‘Terrace A. Chant T. Cram White Peak G. F. Pitchford

War news and local obituaries from a distant town

The notice lists military casualties and injuries including Private Arthur Jo Smith in France, and Signaller H. H. Holmes aged 17 killed in action. It also records the death of Mr Thomas Francis McGauran at Glebe Point Sydney, aged 71, a former Lands and Survey officer, with funeral at St Kilda. Other items mention artist Mr J Ryan’s brothers serving, Private George Ureh killed, and Arthur J. Allen on final leave in Geraldton. Mrs W J Harrington and family plan to move to Perth due to ill health. Miss Kate Jones shows improvement after a sulky accident.

MD. Or. McGauran Glebe Point Sydney St. Kilda Melbourne Thomas Francis McGauran Lands and Survey Department Church of the Sacred Heart St. Kilda West J. Ryan Marine Perrace Wee Mr Ryan H. H Holmes A. Craven George Ureh Nephy J. Ureh Geraldton Durlacher Arthur J. Allen Oskabella

Furious Fighting On Somme Front Cements Allied Advance

Paris and Times dispatches describe a dramatic shift in Somme combat as Allied forces breach the German second line. Reports cite heavy fighting, growing prisoner numbers, and the impression that the German defenses on a ridge between the Somme and Meuquet are now vulnerable, marking a potentially decisive breakthrough.

London Paris Morning Post Times France Ciernans Somme Meuquet

Meats with strong ant opposition report on Sept 7

General Haik reports heavy fighting near Ginchy with artillery on both sides. German forces used gas shells and explosive devices east of Neuville and St Vaast while defenders moved to repel incursions and capture prisoners amid night combat and bombardments.

Luis Don Haik Tiler Rever Germins Seemaker Loge Weed Ginchy Equatioves Neuville St. Vaass Bee

War News Forecast From Amsterdam Says Germans Ahead

A leaked 1919 era note claims German gains far surpass what Allies would need, with Germany bolstering naval power while warning a prolonged war would cause endless misery. The piece cites a sensational article in a laxly censored paper and notes cautious chatter at socialist meetings about peace and military forecasts.

Tagaraest Prindentburg Crnmai

The Turf meeting acceptances at Boulder Racing Club

The Boulder Racing Club issued tomorrow's acceptances for several events including Welter Plate and Handicap races. Notable entries include Lashful Tay, Mootisaon, Warambie, New watracarra, Lord Par thia, Chandwoordoo, Petruysk, Mucus, Geminate, Gentle Mars, Down Town, Ralmain, Young Jacks, and Master Paul Gunspring.

Boulder Toulder Chandwoordoo Cheerful Cheer Petruysk Mucus Gimner Masham Wright Sky Lads Meteorite Uoetarra Vorkrakine Down Town Ralmain Young Jacks Tome Truth Geminate Snapifames Kiebun Strele Rings Wekling Gentle Mary Astron Cress Uniirn Kigheate Kamd Corben Mutsines Paul Gunspring

Desperate fighting in the Chilly district and Belloy-en-Santerre

Descriptions from London and Amsterdam reports reveal fierce clashes as French forces seize the northern Vermontevillers area near Belloy-en-Santerre and push beyond to Chaulnes and the Chaulnes-Tove railway. British and German accounts note heavy artillery clashes, prisoner counts, and aerial actions with multiple machines either destroyed or missing.

London Chilly Vertrinm Devil Fees Neier Belloy-en-Santerre Uhanhines Claulines-Tove Chaulnes Chills Douglas Raig Ginehy Courcellette Gindis Arras Othe la Bassee Caml Richebourg la Voule Amsterdam

Greek King Constantine Reaches Allied Policy Decision

Copenhagen dispatch reports Berlin sources say King Constantine met with Allied representatives and a definite decision on Greece's future policy was agreed today.

London Copenhagen Berlin Constantine

Induction of Rev John Enright at Subiaco Church

The Perth Presbytery inducted Rev John Enright as minister of the Presbyterian Church Subiaco last Tuesday evening. He is remembered with affection in Geraldton where his ministrations were highly appreciated and many friends were made.

John Enright Presbyterian Church Subiaco Perth Geraldton

Reported revolt of a Bul Gartas regiment in Athens

An incident in Athens reports a Bul Gartas regiment mutiny with leadership changes. Details are unclear due to fragmented OCR but indicate a front line leadership shakeup and potential reassignment after the revolt news.

Local Road Board Holds September Meeting

The Greenough Road Board held its ordinary monthly meeting on Tuesday September 5 with members Anderson Waldeck Bone Daun can Reynolds and bk Broad attending. TheFinance statement shows bank balances and grants. inspectors report notes well collection of rates for third year in a row and a valuation change. The board commends the results amid valuation reductions and prepares tender notices for vacancies and internal positions.

Tate Nder Pow OD Watin Inter Aia Tates Cally Rey Cite Tir Greenough Roads Board Syd F. G. Anderson

Greece on brink as Constantine faces tough choice

Diplomatic circles in London on September predicting Greece will align with the Entente. King Constantine., under pressure from Kaiser relations, must decide quickly or risk losing Athens backing. Eighty percent back Venizelos policy while Greece’s monarch remains cautious amid European tensions.

London Greeve Wenkselits Constantine Europe

Turkmenistan Turrets and Tactics Urge Evacuation and Front Shifts

A Russian communiqué describes German and Bulgarian forces forcing evacuation of a fortified town during a Turkkainan front action. Reports claim 40,000 prisoners and two generals captured, while another Russian note details air and ground operations near Riga and Dvinsk with advances against German trenches.

Advertisement Highlighting Bartlett Shoes In Two Bob Market

Fragmentary ad text discusses低 price footwear and a sales pitch for two bob shoes. Reads like a small classified promotion from a historic local page.

Harry Tures Bartlett Bob Shoes

Wolfe's Schnapps Stimulant Advertising Notice

A brief historical ad promotes Wolfe's Schnapps as a fashionable stimulant with an invitation to purchase whole bottles. The text emphasizes brand and product use without descriptive context.

Wolfe’s

Conference of Traders Visit to Geraldton Arranged

Delegates of the South West Division of Traders travel to Geraldton for a historic visit the first of its kind to the town. Arrangements include hosting at Comagrah Chambers and meals at local estates with plans for visits to nearby districts. The conference opens with formal addresses and continues through Thursday with sessions and dinners, before delegates return to Perth.

Soacm Geraldton Sue Comagih Vunehens Valentite Vaneet Po Grant Qinetes Corres Shamreach Perth

Obituary for Victoria Flats resident Mrs Mars Veartney

Mrs Mars Veartney, a longtime resident of the Greenough Flats, died at 74 after months bedridden following a fall that led to hospital care. Her husband Wertieshand predeceased her 37 years ago. Funeral services were held at the Prince Catholic cemetery with Rev. Father Flahavan presiding. survivors include two sons, two daughters, and several grandchildren.

Victoria Hospital Mars Veartney Dhe Creenoueh Ie Hospital Macarthes Dave Davechters Macarines Yesterias Tieralion St Haem Totin Father Flahavan Marsh Elwes Street

Steamship Arrival Brings Passengers and Cargo

A passenger liner from Singapore docked on Wednesday with 74 passengers and 6400 tons of general merchandise. The vessel, reported by the ship's master and crew, is expected to proceed to Venice with additional mail and crew details noted by Harbor authorities.

Vie Charon Singapore Lancia Venice Hornalpi Vmr Capper WeCabe Tno Mastery States Cetys

Dieting to keep well and Dr Williams pills

An advertising feature explains diet as a key to preventing disease, urging readers to request a free booklet from Dr Williams Medicine Co and to start treatment with Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. It claims the pills improve appetite digestion sleep and nerves by increasing oxygenated blood, and advises demanding the brand from dealers.

Dr. Williams

Presbyterian Church Notices Highlight Evening Service

Church notices announce a Presbyterian service with a preacher and music program led by soloist Mrs. Caroline, with an evening worship theme and reflections on faith.

Cameron Toring the Lord Vrs Carora

Wolfe's Schnapps Brand Revealed in Local Bottling Case

A local bottling case centers on Wolfe's Schnapps, the label appearing on every bottle. Investigators note the brand name dominates the production run and may indicate a wider distribution pattern across the region.

Catholic Church Mass Schedule Note May Be Incomplete

Fragmentary OCR mentions St Xavier's church and mass times. details unreadable. No clear date, location, or event present to confirm full headline or summary.

Salvation AEW Meetings Announced for Various Locations

The Salvation group schedules meetings at multiple venues and dates. Officials invite attendees to discuss community needs and upcoming programs with organizers and local partners.

Soldiers Letters From Front Describe Movements and Names

The fragmentary letter notes troops moving toward France with mentions of Constable Fisher Lewton Marre and Johnston. It references the 7th battalion, Valeno district, and a march date around 28 and 25, with vague remarks on ships and duties. The tone recalls wartime correspondence naming units, locations, and individuals in a reconnaissance mood.

Ineland Saast France Fisher Lewton Johnston Ith Williams Wooleeny Eel Vyaleno Wdlistriet

Hoot Man Helps You Out, Bartlett Says

A brief note from Bartlett signs a promise that the hoot Man will provide assistance when needed. The message carries a quirky, hopeful tone about getting help despite small odds.

Bartlett Adot

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