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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 09, 1918
Page
3
The Western Front reports captures of vast material and predicted enemy evacuation of France. Military experts foresee mass movement as uncertainty grows. Von Hertling is reported to have resigned the chancellorship amid the crisis.
Western Front cables indicate British progress with several important captures as EYELY hurridly retreats. The Times notes that German retreat may push toward the Belgian frontier, questioning if the line from Lille to Verdun can be held through the current campaign.
London dispatch reports continued French advance along the Somme with seven to eight kilometers penetrated. The French claim to have damaged Vie St. Cumtins Caml and to hold lines from Venus to Fimquieres with heavy fighting near Pont De Luchy and St. Sion. No major change on the Alsletrethion front. gains north of Vauxaliton and Callimur Atene. Prediction regarding Get Wanys evacuation of France noted.
New York September edition features opinion by Frank Simonds, noted military editor, analyzing contemporary strategy and defense issues. He outlines critical views on tactics, leadership, and policy shaping American military posture.
London dispatch states Field Marshal Haig reports by nightfall yesterday British forces had taken most of Havrincourt Wood and possession in the Villeregue St Exmallie area. Describes heat and fighting continuing yesterday and overnight with no material change in overall status.
In French wartime dispatches a note states that forces held their line despite several enemy counterattacks. The report emphasizes resilience and the continuation of defense after assaults.
Report says Franco British forces launched a wide advance covering about 20 miles and scored a notable capture at Imilon with Roll taken. The brief emphasizes a major tactical success and ongoing operations.
Allied observers note the British capture of Roisel Junction, a pivotal rail link to St. Quentin, as French forces hold the old Hindenburg line between the Aisne and Ole. German strength estimated at 1.25 to 2.5 million, with reserves deemed negligible, as the offensive seeks to breach the Canal du Nord and advance toward St. Quentin.
A Paris despatch reports American troops occupying a strong position and forcing German lines back across the Aisne Canal between Gleaneau and Romayne. German defense holds on the plateaus between Olennes and Romeyne as machine guns bristle in the ridges and shells rain into Longueval, with repeated shelling at high rates.
In the Legislative Council Colonial Secretary detailed private lands offered for repatriation. Sir Colebatch rebutted Mr Holmes on finance policy. wheat scheme matters were discussed with the Wheat Marketing Commission. Address-in-Reply agreed. adjournment set to September 24. Legislative Assembly sat long, ruling on poker machines debated. government to push laws banning child labor and profit schools with conditions. Debate on censive motion continued. division rejected Mitchell amendment 24 to 15. House adjourned to 4.90 p.m. Tuesday next.
Inspector Holmes received a phone message from Constable Thompson reporting that Richard Kis sack and four other boys were walking along the Murchison River when a gun carried by one boy discharged. The charge struck the leg and back of another, with a wad possibly remaining in the leg. The injured boy is at a remote location with his family seeking transport to Geraldton. doctors fear only a remote chance of recovery. The Kis stack family reside at Surprise Mine Arena near the river.
Personal notices reveal the death of Vaxgan Woss ex Mayor of Carnarvon, with service in May 1916 artillery and 18 months in France. Also mourns Lieut Jack Savage now at a London Military Hospital, Pat O’Loghlin from Forree, and long time Moora resident Ol in Dix who died at Munibogda aged 71.
The Northampton district marks a sunny annual event at the State School picnic on IDult day. Pupils enjoyed racing events and a king's hall dance, with the Lazy Man's Competition revealing Mr Hand as the 3094 vote winner and Lt. Wil ling second. proceeds totalled £68 0s 4d after expenses.
Wartime public notice calls on Australian men to contribute to the Seventh War Loan. It argues soldiers on front lines cannot personally access funds and stresses financial responsibility to defenders, urging payment by instalments and nationwide support to back the war effort.
The State Full Court in Melbourne unanimously dismissed the appeal of Wilchergod Co Ltd, from a decision before Mr Justice Cussen and a jury that awarded £6850 to New Zealand waterside workers for injuries from vitrol ox sulphuric acid damaged by a drum giving way while unloading a steamer at Auckland.
Dalgetys Weekly Stock Report dated September 4 lists fat cattle with prices from £12 10s to £16 10s for different weights and qualities, cows at £8 to £10 10s, sheep with wethers at 25 to 28s, lambs from 15s to 18s 8d, pigs varying by type, stores stock and weaners priced across multiple categories, reflecting market activity.
P Jansen, produce salesman, reports prices for week ending August Sts. Apples Cleopatra and other varieties 1s to Ls, dn 88 to 1s flats cooking apples 65 ty as. Oranges Navels 10 to 12m case. Lemons slow sale ja to fix. Cape gooseberries Ba MB. Cabbage 126 to wns per bag. Cauliflowers, peas, beans, tomatoes 18s to 225 case. New potatoes wanted. weather will warm up and prices will rise.
The piece extols the dangers of overwork on kidneys and urges readers to use Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. It touts testimonials from A. J. Mellows of Geraldton praising relief from backache and fatigue, noting the product’s availability through Foster-McCregon Co. at reasonable prices with a request to ensure authenticity.
A garbled 19th century style notice references Freeman Cesalion From yaa and various names, prices, and items including instruments and baskets. It mentions patriotic funds, ticket checks, and local sales at Walhalls Eaech with scattered names like George Lammer and Upton ticket, plus odd currency references and contact lines.
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