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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1917
Page
1
Discovery of past treachery by Sweden shocks officials as revelations threaten long standing good relations with Entente Powers. The diplomatic scene quivers as governments reassess trust and alliance commitments amid new disclosures.
The United States announces plans to place two million men on active service by June, reflecting a major mobilization effort among American allies. The move signals intensified military readiness and broad cooperation with allied powers in the current conflict.
Russian retirement forces a sharpened Baltic focus as Germany seeks coast control. Russian fleet vows to fight to the last shell while Japan advances a colossal battleship program, signaling a widening naval arms picture.
Haig reports progress on the Western Front with prisoners taken east of Vermelles and raids near Garrelle. A German intelligence discovery reveals Sweden was used to relay German messages, prompting diplomatic tensions. War Department plans two million on active service by next time. German naval preparations in the Baltic and Russian retirement movements are noted, with Japan to acquire a 6 battleship.
Telegrams report that the strike committee has cancelled the strike laid down earlier in Sydney. The Atting Mrowler Mr Fuller says the railway strike was settled by workers resuming on government terms and by accepting the government declaration awarding royalists. Cancellations of preference clause noted in waterside workers agreement under war piece regulations in Melbourne.
London dispatch notes very heavy bombardment heard toward Higa and Revel as naval date progresses. Crowds wait in rain at Petrograd station seeking to depart, amid food shortages and strict government orders. Provisional Government imposes censorship and rationing measures as forces regroup around strategic river crossings.
News from Copenhagen reports thousands of mines drifting along Norway's coast. Several coast routes have been closed as a result, affecting shipping and maritime traffic.
London reports a French communique describing a German assault on positions captured yesterday in the Fosses and Caurieret Woods sector. French forces repelled the attack with heavy enemy losses, maintained all positions, and increased prisoners to about one thousand.
New York reports Washington received intelligence that President Wilson’s policy toward the pope remains active. The note questions how Austrians in Tyrol can endure conditions until April, seeking guidance to save the people from severity and penalties.
Mr Willcock and Mr J Collier will return to Geraldton by tomorrow mornings train to support Willcock at the campaign. Mr Collier to Northampton and Willcock to attend a King s Hall event in Tuesday evening meetings. Fremantle football trial shows Fremantle 7 goals Fast Fremantle 5 goals. Willcock plans events from Thursday to Friday including a meeting and speech in Hootoal.
A Friday council meeting of stall holders and others considered improving market conditions and regulations. The mayor and council pledged to support stall holders while restricting public entry, with two market days fixed on Tuesdays and Fridays and a September opening date for the first Friday market.
Report of a traffic obstacle near East Chapman where a motor car called the Chapman River water black and could not transport live cargo. Locals then used boulders as stepping stones and improvised methods to reach the opposite bank, culminating in further bridging efforts by Mr Max adding a plank to extend a makeshift platform across the Chapman River.
A fragmented 19th or early 20th century letter set discusses labour union tensions and non union shaft issues at Mingenew and Upawa, with references to trips to Perth, farmers’ reactions, and union versus non union allegiances. It includes a second note criticizing a governor visit etiquette and mayoral conduct, questioning expenses and seating. The text reflects local political discourse and civic scrutiny.
A letter from Sidney M. J. Hosken appeals to Greenough electors for the September 29 1917 general elections. He recalls a prior near-miss loss to J. Nason, argues for a Nationalist platform free of party caucus, and outlines plans to address finances cost-of-living repatriation and local needs while pledging to work with local boards and associations for electorate advancement.
A Town Hall event planned for Wednesday September 19 is billed as a ladies only break dance to aid the Returned Soldiers Rest Room in Marine Terrace. Organisers seek strong attendance to support the association and its cause. Also noted are Australian wool export figures and Beverley electorate politics plus the Kurnsipi steamer schedule.
Notice is hereby given that all amounts due to the Estate must be paid to Jas. U. Kidd, Durlacher Street, Geraldton, forthwith. His receipt can be accepted in full discharge. No other person is authorised to receipt money due to the Estate. W. Parehill.
The record notes authorization dated September 5 1917 by Jas Hickey and Gecaliton for an unspecified action. It reflects a formal approval or directive issued by these individuals in the early 20th century.
The notice outlines a presentation convent examination at Manley College with speakers from Wyre Jett and other institutions. It lists the venue as Welton or Shatin area with maps, and mentions timings around pm. The document references multiple names and locations including Manley, Wyre Jett, and the Walker Street area, indicating a formal academic event staged by the college.
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