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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1918
Page
3
London reports describe large German offensives across the Western Front with massed assaults near Messines Ridge and strong fighting in Ypres and Wybelwete areas. French reinforcements are arriving as General Hugh orders continued resistance, fight to the end, and no further retirements amid heavy losses on both sides.
Fragmented World War I dispatches describe heavy fighting near Meyville Neaf Berquin and Neuve Enlimme with enemy pressure and ground gains around Vlivensteert and Mesaines ridge. The battle front around Armentieres Nieppe and Ypres shows continued bombardment, advancing attackers, and stubborn Allied defense amid fog and heavy shelling.
The German attack pressed toward Messines with fresh troops and heavy fighting. Allied forces held the ridge, repelling several German efforts and inflicting casualties, while the Germans remained near the cellars and sought the high ground for a clearer view over the western area.
April 12 update from Field Murshid Maig reports: We ruined a portion of positions attacked by the enemy and repelled assaults along the Loianecrane front north of the La Bassee Canal to Hollebeke. Attacks on Neuvilet St Vinet were repulsed and enemy penetration near Tlloy Les Mountains was driven out, with our post re-established.
London reports a night artillery clash in Hangarden Sidere with reconnaissances active in Novan and Danny oar Mets. German forces push toward the coast, claiming 13 miles advance since Wednesday and seven miles from Hazebrouck, while Haig orders all positions held to the end.
London reports the British Commander in Chief orders a large force to advance, with German strength and French marshalling creating a tense battlefield scene as troops shift positions and prepare for further action.
From Vanewirver Apa 12, Marshal Haig says German divisions have formed to oppose Anglo French troops. The report notes the Germans have 108 divisions in action, signaling intensified pressure on Allied lines amid ongoing combat.
Yesterday's wires report indicates Mr Bonneta or government officials defended the Man Power Bill while urging unity. He warned entrenched positions could be shifted only with full weight of the army and drew implications of deep wartime casualties. The second reading passed by 32 votes amid calls for clearing stations and broader mobilization through late May or June.
London reports that during a recent retirement operation a casualty clearing station fell into enemy hands. All helpers nurses and patients were evacuated safely. Deficiencies were remedied. Australian and Canadian medical authorities aided by sending doctors and nurses amid heavy fire. Several medical and nursing staff were lost.
New York reports detail American Engineers in a recent offensive. Germans advanced in waves two men deep and 100 yards apart. Americans poured fire, mowing thousands and holding the sector for days amid terrible carnage.
Perth April 1 Police Court proceedings in the Aversion case saw three accused Arnested Frederick Robinson and J Thomson committed for trial. Robert Bennett, agent in the looting of the horse Loch War, was discharged.
Werth Aymil 13s Ata War Gyan presided at a YMCA Hall meeting yesterday where a target of £82,000 was subscribed in ten minutes. The rapid uptake highlighted strong local support and notable attendance.
Corpl Claude Thompson, son of Mr Ed Thompson, arrived home on Wednesday with his detachment from Gallipoli. Corporal Thompson will receive a welcome banner from friends. Air J. F. Hughes, national bank manager for Subiaco and Leedenslie tranches, is reassigned to manage the Normanton bank. Parish news notes St Aidan's South Boulder, and a delegation to the Bishop urged Mr. Eide Shaw to stay in the district. Corporal Priv e, mother of Miss I A Kempton of Erabiton, notified of her son’s death. Private Bell, wounded, has been in service five years three months and is now in action somewhere in France. Edwin Uayes, of Mook, served with the 1th Bath. invalided in June, later rejected for medical reasons. Trans Australian Railway delays from heavy rains slow wave movement, affecting ballast on some segments.
An American correspondent reports a German officer disguise prompted a British commander to surrender plans. The incident ends with the impersonator killed and Allied lines maintain pressure. Field Marshal Haig notes a hard push toward Messines and a tense fight at Lave River as German forces cross the river briefly before being repelled.
Field Marshal Haig reports heavy fighting across the front from the Lys Canal to the Ypres Comines Canal. Gas and artillery driven clashes near Armentieres, Merville, and Messines with German incursions repulsed and lines shifting north of Menin in a widening battle.
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