Torrific Fighting In France Repulsed German Attacks
Desperate German offensives repulsed with heavy losses along the Avoncourt front. Allied troops held the riverbank line, pushing back enemy formations from Cumieres and northern sectors. Fresh attacks between Avuncourt wood and Forge were driven out with significant enemy casualties.
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Faris
Avoncourt
Avon
Hancourt
Te ‘Norte
Cumieres Sod
Northemma
Avuncourt Wood
Forge
Germany and Allies Clash Over Peace Terms
Amsterdam dispatches report German distrust of Allied peace terms while Berlin warns Allies to abandon plans to destroy Germany. Frankfurt Gazette notes German submarine pressures and U S stance on torpedoing ships, with expectant dramatic developments. Dutch papers cite German intrigues in Holland and public outrage at German agency activity. Submarine and hospital ship events update the wider wartime scene.
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Amsterdam
Cologne
German preparations for large battle near France
London reports indicate heavy German mobilization with immense ammunition shipments to the front. The 1917 conscription bill is under Hague authority as Dutch forces prepare on the Flameless Dorner, while hospital facilities and defenses are reinforced amid threatened Allied operations.
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London
Mvil
Ontend
Hague
Verdun bid and Balkan move amid war news
A chaotic relay from April reports that the Verdun offensive nears its 50th day with limited future attacks in the foreground. Athens cites German plans toward Greece as Bulgaria and Germany set early moves in Macedonia. A British camp in Germany is accused of brutal prisoner mistreatment and a typhus epidemic at Wittenburg, where 15 000 POWs endured squalid conditions, scarce medical care, and filthy facilities despite efforts by British doctors.
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Martley
de Aschenbuck
Way
Nusse
Glover
Fry
World War I Era Briefing Echoes Famous Siege
A fragmentary WA BREVITIES note recalls a brutal clash where a grandfather fights beside kin as a storm ends the skirmish. It mentions a San Francisco exhibition finale and a Wagner figure at a concert, with a wartime crowd and chaotic scene lingering in memory.
Great Scarcity in Raw Materials Hits English Soft Goods
From England's major soft goods centers comes news of a rare material shortage and daily price increases. The report notes cancellations of all prior price bets, with manufacturers like Frank Green & Co. pushing sales of quilts, gowns, and garments as mills struggle to secure supplies and maintain output.
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England
World War I Era Military Movements and Home Front Notes
Reports describe battles near the Tigris with German forces and British responses. Moshi documents cited warn of Mohammedan suppression policies, while Allied air and submarine actions are noted. Home front items include volunteer enrollments, conscription figures, and farmers adapting gear and supplies for wartime needs.
Small 12 by 10 Foot Workshop Proposed
A damaged draft describes a compact 12 by 10 foot building to house essential smithing work. It notes three workbenches, winter-use shelter, and basic tools to speed tasks and reduce costs. The plan envisions weatherproofing and a simple setup for ongoing craft.
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Macksmith
Queen Carnival ignites crowds at Queens Park fundraiser
The Queen Carnival raised substantial funds in Geraldton with Red Cross Queen Workers staging a cricket match at Queens Park. A beauty show drew large crowds as entrants included Miss Yeoman and Miss Gardner among many. the town mall buzzed with spectators while a poll determined the Most Popular Man.
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Altorts
Geraldtoy
Geraldion ix
Red Cros
Queens Park
Goullemon
Tie Town
Jaint al Te
Patric Queen
Tuy
Ani Felis
Epi
Inch
Arcweed
Andor
Mies K Bree
Mies J White
Local Social Calendar Highlights Community Events
The article outlines a week of events organized by Red Cross workers and local groups. It mentions charity concerts at Town Hall, visits by performers to Nahawah and East Chapman, hypnotist Prue Tosur Webb, Monster Poster Ball at the Town Hall, and a Sandbag Workers fundraiser. Proceeds from an Admiral Concert by Presentation Convent pupils are noted to benefit the Queen.
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Migs
Vett Peetfert
Mixa Lute Miike
Mist — Ansens Aml Mtr
Red Cros
Rollers
Dappe
Mr Angel
MC Troaight
Chaystant
Maund
Thurabay
WB Fadlowlelit
Evening at Dewgerra Grounds Promotes Local Charm
A lively social evening at the Dewgerra grounds featured Mr Downes and residents of Wednesday Jaxi. Organized by the Alessess Mownes with Mesdames Walorck and Brana, the event offered music, competitions, and auctions raising funds for Carnival and local initiatives. Attendance included notable figures like Mr Clarkton and Miss Downes, while updates from the Kewin Upairt Progress Association listed improvements at the Midland airway station and secretary changes amid ongoing community activities.
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Sir Downes
Irwin
Ainotop
Keloubimsale
Ana
Liero
Lange
Um Carnival Fund
Tyery
J Clarkton
Miss Downes
Hatirae
Prises Tees
Kewin Upairet Progress Asociation
Thureday
Socwty
Midland Airway
Hughes
Ks F
Beveral
Hur
Dungarra
Arthir Downes
Iya
Senen
Melbourne
Waas
Nya
Evening program of Clarkson and friends noted
The event featured Clarkson, Se Verni, and others at a local gathering with songs, dances, and toasts. Performers included Clarkson, Harrop, and Carter with chorus numbers and a national anthem salute. Audience enjoyed light entertainment and a sing along finale.
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France
Yser
Germany
Peace
Qervanys
United States
Fesl
United Stats
Holland
Daily Chronicle
von Tapeulo
Ideapr
Ohntment
Daily Telegraph
Portugal
Perenerad
Strongny
Rammel
Black Sea
Hed Cross
Perth
ARIS
Ml Hughes
Taedom
Kee Moked
Meitigh Lse
Verdun
Bondon
April
Pars
Mates Tist
Vertun
Balkans
Tiem
Dace Ab
San Francisco
Cabi‘buon
Wagner
Frank Green & Co
Big Storf
Geraldton
Manchester
Pian
Angie
Doubia
DES
Seta
Mercer Department
Joe
Mesopotamia
Powilion
Pemberton
Billing
Regan
Fouen
Wwitfors
Mome
Ue O
Kamitet & Great Toodatulls
Saunia
Moshi
East Altice
Offici
Ab (3
Safute
Arusha
Zhunay
GAN
Linn Hah
Saturdy
Victoria
Meeren
Turly Heneb
Paris
Povag
Jen Gaya
Engtant
Kuuw
Mia
Yeoman
Waltfiald
Atukes
Jeaner
McDonald
Mrs Heuletson
Tote
Tor
Tula
Dewgerra News
Ling Cerupien
Clarkson
Severdi
Dougarre
Ala Mowiana
Ho Kuss
Herhari
Hew Harrop
Mwenont
Carter
Wivocka
Harrop
Det Ly Bros Garden Arn HK Bath
Achoris
Soldere Heinys
Sissars
Anid
Eran Drewlands
Tro
Brad Munvatt
Bareget
W. Clarkson
F Herbert
Parenta
Clarke
Mira Hou Chubbe
Oatoray
Hoa Wage
Lewin Guens
Io Tieater
Tyros Wow
Clarkaon Kardon
Ant Harrop
Legislative Council
Central Province
Aay
Ing Ullicer
Presdus Amy
KRU
Western Australian Government Railways
Ame
Miamna Cow
Suburtan
Tensa
Sbmnee
W. Lord
Chis! Trath
H/T
Gourley
Mainz
ZIM. Minin Company
Ales
Tim Sonks
Ear Northamp
Anil Steel
Wu Wood
Oregon
Wgnuil
Northampton
LH Thompson
Southampton
Hh. J. Mills
Sue Chas Chapman Prastwal
Asa Jewldler
Gren & Wu
AML
Oliver's Clothing Company
L Pee Bae
Dunlop Motor
Ford Cars
B.S.A. Motor Cycles
AM A.T. Davies
Ss Ice Sre
Victoria District Co-operative Flour Milling Co., Ltd
Jas
Hickey
Befec'sd Lakour
Wil
Wesheathy
Anh
Nalkawat
Yhury
Labour
Democratie Legisle
Aaihonsea
Willcock
Geraldion
Provincial Denture Company
T. Aslan
Autifmial Flor
Augusels Stheet, Gerald Por
Madame Oing
Unien Dusit
King's Cafe
Dinieg
Cbapman
Amd
J. H. Scott
Liuenseu Sanitary Plimber
Gashlow Sheet Metal Warren
Hust
Caralitor
THOME
Galvamséu
Urraloro
Jarners Ardert Geecmly
Athens
Dee
Wagga Wagea
Mureigarra
Bose
Wagga
Yalgoo
Ken
American Dusiciian
Austration Musicat
Teal
Desi Bereey
Watt Fa
Mardwicken
Hight
Vitas
Banisto
Winn 4
Strand
Lowly
Nash
Ken Maga
Ane
Equors
Bre Sale Thonde Maternity
Dongarra
Surished
Muwi
Uconn
June Bair
Iran
Tuewanaa Bros
Guyques
Gershion
P Moway
Byvait
Cen Tnt
Mes Keityes
Lai Mal
Tarvit Crateshain
Andi
Ajry L_cunitl
Weirmonger
and, & Launaress Houseiua Ayn
Woedouck
Luaimerciat Etal
Hutiuaupion
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