War news scarce as April bombardments continue
News from Perth and various fronts describes scarce war cables with ongoing bombardment of Hill 3M and nearby positions. Reports from Constantinople note Austrian batteries arriving for the Germans, while Turkey seeks peace and fears unrest on warships. US Germany tensions rise as diplomacy wanes and stock markets react to possible rupture. In the Netherlands, German forces press on near the Yser as Russian front fighting continues with a German attack repelled.
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Constantinople
New York
Wilwou
Germany
Berautort
Ber- Lin
Wall Streck
Peace Hope in Verdun Treaty Signoff Exhortation
London April 1 Kaiser and allied troops receive a call to persevere as the 1871 peace era nears. An appeal urges soldiers to press forward and await the signature of a peace treaty at Verdun marking an end to hostilities.
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London
Verdun
German Verdun breakthrough repulsed at Douanon area
Paris dispatch reports a German attack south of Douanon was completely repulsed. The Verdun fighting continues with German forces facing heavy losses as weather limits observation. French authorities assert a resumed offensive on April 10 caused Germany substantial reverses and forced regrouping.
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London
Paris
Verdun
Douanon
Londor
Apa
Sommenx
Germany
War News From World Fronts and Political Debate
A fragmented report covers Allied and Central Front actions from Verdun to the Italian front with details on Austrian advances near Lake Garda and Italian gains, plus a London dispatch on Premier Wilson and the demand for satisfaction over submarine atrocities. The piece notes political debate about universal service and munitions, and mentions Lord Derby speaking at Guildhall on war support measures.
Scarcity of raw materials halts prices in English soft goods
An English soft goods advisory reports extreme raw material shortages and rising prices with all previous price lists cancelled. It lists manufacturers and department lines, hints at residential warps, and mentions varying yardage items and classifications amid market pressure.
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England
Mercer Department Items Show Varied Millinery and Clothing
An early 20th century column advertises millinery including hats, gowns, and accessories with stun detailing. It lists broad selections such as corduroy garments and men’s trousers, sewing notions, and department store displays from Mercer Department.
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Mercer Department
Protests Over Tobacco Ships Amid Blockade Restrictions
A strong protest erupts against the Limpneese shipping blockade as authorities insist on enforcing embargo measures. Demonstrators vow to resist and call for relief while tobacco quantities are cited as a focal point of contention.
Falkland Islands Battle Salvation Of Capetown Remark
Lt Sir Lionel Phillips spoke on the war yesterday saying Admiral Von Boree faced defeat by plan to bombard Capetown. The comment came from Johannesburg in an address tied to the Falkland Islands actions. The German admiral’s intent was stated as to bombard Capetown, seen as fortunate by Phillips.
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Johennesburg
Sir Lionel Phillips
Wernher, West and Co
von Boree
Capetown
Gifts of tobacco reach soldiers via Guardian Fund
Miss Dorothy Pamueli of East Freemantle sends tobacco and cigarettes through the Guardian Fund to members of the 16th Brigade and others abroad. Corporal Jack Coson of the 16th Bat praises the gesture from Tel d Kebir, expressing gratitude and camaraderie as the war continues.
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Dorothy Pamueli
Geraldtot
East Fremantle
Hax
Telalele
88 Mason
Ase
Guardian
Jack Coson
Commbastine
Dutch and Germans Vuyate 1 Greenwood Britannica Reinforcements
A cryptic letter from Heliopalis dated Maron Yth recounts travel from Geraldton to the Ait, via Colambo Port Suez and Port Said to Alexandria. It notes camp life near Metropolis, near Ualfo, pyramids and sphinx visits, plus encounters with Bert Kidd Tom Brown and Garford. Mention of socialist campaign in Amsterdam and anti German export stance.
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Vuyate
Greenwood
Bib
7Th Brigade
Guardian
All Oy
Heliopalis
Unser
Maron Yth
Geraldton
Bisckboy Om
Calle
Colambo
Port Suez
Port Said
Alexandria
Metropolis
Amg
Ualfo
Cairo
Tivhopolaos
Laie
Bert Kidd
Tom Brown
Aunt Garford
Melbourne
Artillery
Tua
Saute
Frais
London
Italian Advance Reports Progress On Alpine Front
Rome reports a communique issued yesterday detailing a methodical offensive along the Migpogale ledro valley and southern slopes of Mount Pari Ginadar and Mount Perone. Infantry stormed entrenched positions while heavy detachments withdrew, marking continued progress on the northern front.
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Rome
Migpogale
Ledro
Mount Pari
Ginadar
Mount Perone
British at Kut el Amara General Townshend Optimistic
London April 13 General Townshend sent word he was well and expected Kut el Amara to be relieved in the near future. The report notes a sense of cautious hope despite mixed signals from sources in London and abroad.
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Kut EL Amara
London
Eablegrim
Courage Above Cowardice and a Soldier's Duty
A wounded, wartime diary fragment recalls a serjeant paged at 24 who faced fear with calm courage. He led a gate under shelling, then, after the Neuve Chapelle battle, endured torture fears while gathering vital intelligence for his commander, returning with reports despite wounds.
Stock Markets Show Uneven Tone Amid Apr 12 Trading
Report from London and New York notes uneven demand with prices hovering near last week’s levels. Traders describe cautious buying as gains emerge late in the session while overall activity remains subdued.
Metropolitan Market Yarding Prices and Arrivals Report
The Metropolitan Market yarding featured many arrivals from the Midl and East, with Coodyay supply and extra prime orders. Prices opened easier and softened slightly. overall quality varied with 100 yarded and several lots not met, while pork and bacon values remained near last week’s levels and demand showed some strength for stone and atone-like products.
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Coates
Souliers
Coodyay
Gar
Coulay
Granidis
Wook
Praca Daide
Lee
Metropolital Ared
Muticwa Road Board Bections Result Reported
Muticwa Road Board election results show Mr J Bons leading in the north ward with support from Boul Wand and others. The incomplete tally indicates a contested vote count among several candidates and parties.
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Muticwa Road Board
J Bons
Boul Wand
The Australian Rabbit Pest Debate Revisited
A reader recalls past Australian newspaper discussions on the rabbit pest and its control. He notes long-running systems and regional differences, asking how best to manage the outbreak now.
Sale of country trader stock at union bank opposite premises
Mackenzie and Co report instructions from the Liquidator Mr Mann to dispose of the entire assigned stock of Country Reaper items. The sale includes ladies wear, lingerie, gowns, coats, fabrics, toys, household goods, watches, brooches, boots and miscellaneous ready to wear. Auction begins Monday 17th AML 1916 at 11 o'clock.
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Union Bank
Alarine Terrace
MacKenzie
Mann
Betaie
Country Reaper
Lagiés
Rwear
Tiowes
Skirie Gover
Cnacewear
Overs
Uveraai
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BIA
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Galm
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Lord Derby
Universal Service Certain
Lyndon
St Wie Guildhall
Ulaimlasry
Daily Telegraph
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Wilson
Washington
Wilsum
Department of State
Berlin
Frank Green & Co
Avon
Colgrea
7 Ltd
Melemeyr
Iuwehing
Ark
Falkland Islands
Salvation OF
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Boypt
Domela Nieuwenluis
Socalist
Footiswits
Townshend
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Aia Co
Kwinata
Copleyss
Gil
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Metropolitan Market
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Amd
Lf Wolke
Canerwood
Catook
South Australie
Caner
Patel
Labor Party
Underwoods
Huttick
WM Vatheck
Juur
Northsmstow
Apel Hth
Geraldten Comedy Company
Ato
Sandau
Owl Hall
Bonday
Pupuar Priley
Dasue
Hole Sage
Fang
Lana
Yd Kempton
Marine
Larrace
Hhiea
Lote Bes
Hwariek
Shamrock
Apply
Altorfer
Soho
W. Bennett
Beaver Street
Alkaway Hall
Red Cross
Sy Laman
Swampton
Serato
R & MacKenzie & Co
Fuws Ball
Ariel Win
Ware
Lawes
Vauteville ‘Vriaks
Almiosian
Ubat
Welseieston
Central Province
William Patrick
Country Party
Wil Anaress
East Chapman Hall
Isis Bo Nabawah
Nabalin
HK Maley
Midland Railway Company OF West Australia, Ltd
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Admula
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Ana
Mouin
Niles
Bern
Midland Junction
Walkaway
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Ofice
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Sitiana
Koysl
Nash
Magane Magazine
Pany
Bert Clothing Company
Terraea
Garsidien
Weelnea
FORD
Am Gow
Williams &Co
Ford Dealers
Victoria
Motor Garage
Geraldtow
Goweroun
Ieee
A. T. Davies
Sv Sez Stor
Victoria District Co-operative Flour Milling Co., Ltd
Fremantle Trading CO Ltd
Phuthemoe
Cosmenes Sia
Tevaers
Moon On
Tudeday
Protherce
Georgina
Joe Martin
Fractiwal
Duriacher Street
Jelly End
Ukmaldton
Meyers Snd
Phives Reasonable
H. J. Mills
Kale Chea Chapmany
Uieen & Cows
R.guscott
Siddle
Gerace
Caller
Bake
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Provincial
Denture Company
T. Aslan
Augustus Etheet
Geraldtor
Marino ‘Terrace
King's Cafe
DOD Three Cours
Tani Ie
Unio
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Seow Minerals
Aiwaa
J. H. Scott
Athens
Gorda
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