Ten Boys In Court Face Stealing And Receiving Allegations
In Geraldton, ten boys with guardians appeared in Children’s Court on charges of stealing goods valued at 21 0 0 from a local store and receiving the items knowing them stolen. Sergeant Cooney led proceedings, with two boys pleading guilty to theft and others denying involvement in the theft but admitting receipt of the goods. The court heard of attempts to run away, late-night street lounging, and the impact on families, while the magistrate urged stricter parental supervision and warned of harsher measures if behavior continued. Parents faced £5 bond conditions for good behavior over twelve months.
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Deraldten
J. J. Cooney
Clarey Sait
Eevera
Railway Department
Bittwood House
Widon
Geraldton
Jat
Nizhta
Tle Ceennion
Evolution of the Rifle From Iron to Modern Breechloaders
The article traces rifle development from early iron tubes and saltpetre powders through key innovations. It highlights mechanisms like the Minie ball, rifling, the Brunswick and Lee Enfield line, and the shift to smokeless powder. It notes figures such as Austin Kettert, Jniin Minie, and Lee Enfield’s origins, with distances up to 1900 yards and 700 yards for earlier systems.
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Jniin Minie
Inventel
Chinea
Hay
Royal Small Arme
Ceimen
Taco Snider
Lee
Metfort
Eamie
Sao Sari
British destroyer sunk after torpedo strike
The Admiralty announced a British destroyer was torpedoed and sunk. One warship and four ratings were picked up, while nine officers and 148 ratings were missing and presumed lost. The sinking occurred as the vessel, Terie, commanded by Commander A Cooper, had been in service since 1282.
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London
Admiraly
Terie
3. A. Cooper
West End Beach building plan row at Geraldton council
Geraldton Municipal Council hears Mrs. E M Horan seek block for building a camp at West End Beach. Council weighs site plan, inspects land, and defers decision pending further applications and committee review.
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West-End
Cruldton
Tbs
E. M. Horan
West-End Beach
Gerakiton Beach Camps Limited
Nimorrathn. Ir
A. E. Crothers
Aeriston
T. P. Prior
Horen
Devennport
Horan
T. Nilen
Edwards
Haad
Enuneilior
Geraldton Beach Camps
L. Shepheard
Hater
Dr. Rhepheanl
U-Boat Destroyed Off Coast in War Action Report
London reports a German submarine was engaged by a trawler and sunk in a naval action. The clash occurred near a marked coastal area as Allied forces pursued U-boat targets, with confirmation of the hostile vessel’s destruction.
German ship sinkings reported by agency wind down
A German news agency reports that through February 5th total sinking losses on the Rhine totaled 2?RITA tons, with semieotheds in the work ending February Vth. It states Germany is 9 Ineer tote by the Tamdan Sub Convention, while Great Britain is rearming all her ships.
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London
Germany
Great Britain
British and French Capture Two German Ships at Vigo
Two German vessels attempted to break the blockade from Vigo. The Marea of 1027 tons and Rostock of 2542 tons were taken to port by prize crews. One seaman said crews were angered by delays and planned to return to sea for an hour. The remaining ships remain at large.
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Tambon
Vigo
Germany
Rostock
Fierman
Vien
Chinese advance near Nanning reported by Chungking
A Chungking report says Chinese forces advance within a few miles of Nanning in Kwangsi province. Japanese withdrawals are said to include burning stores and setting fires in the city. Chinese claim the Japanese retreat is turning into a rout.
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London
Chungking
Nanning
Kwangsi
Charmesan Face Cream Claims Youthful Skin Benefits
An old advert touts Charmesan as a skin protection cream against sun dust and wind aging. It promises to renew dull skin, restore a youthful look, and keep powder in place in hot weather, claiming women look ten years younger with Charmesan.
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Charmesan
Charmosan
Greasejars and Handbags Advertised in Local Shops
Readable fragments show pricing and items offered by chemists, drapers, and stores with mentions of jars, handbag goods, and treasurable tableware. The text hints at bargains and general retail offerings in a historical local market.
England's oldest lady Emma Conte dies at North Curry
Emma Conte, who would have been 100 on November 1, died at her home in North Curry near Taunton Somerset. She was England's oldest woman, born during George III era and lived through major reforms. Her husband died young after four years, and she spent years knitting comforts for troops in France. Her niece was by her side as she asked how many days to her birthday before passing.
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Stra
Emma Conte
North Curry
Taunton
Somerset
England
Conry
George LV
Britain
Duke of Norfolk
House of Lords
France
Australia’s Air Force Strength Amid War Efforts
A wartime report outlines Australia’s civil aviation progress and a projected air force scale. It cites plans for nearly 30,000 personnel, extensive aircraft production at Fishermen’s Bend, and a diverse fleet including Lockheed Hudsons, Wirraways, Tiger Moths, and Fairey Battles. Also notes Short Sunderland patrol boats off Britain and large civil aircraft adapted for reconnaissance.
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Australia
Empire Air Sebes
Air
Korea
Royal Air Force
Fishermen's Bend
Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation
England
Great Britain
Austentia
Shipping lanes expanded along Victorian coast
The Marine Branch of the Department of Commerce let contracts for power plant and electrical equipment for two radio beacons at Cape Schusex and Cape Whakbar to facilitate coastal navigation and signaling.
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Victorian
Department of Commerce
Cape Schusex
Cape Whakbar
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Neome
A.M.P. Society
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