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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1916
Page
3
Parliament heard details of Great Britain's military position and expansion plans amid calls to extend service and voluntary enlistment. Government aims to reach 2,000,000 unconscripted men through a mix of time service renewal and targeted recruitment, with a special committee to draft a new scheme.
London dispatch reports Lord Lansdowne condemning the Monday uprising near Dublin as doomed to failure while noting the serious inconvenience it caused. Rebels attacked Dublin Castle and St Stephen’s Green, with exchanges at Lusk and Swords. Casualties include four killed or wounded and several volunteers and police hit as authorities claim the situation under control.
London April 23 The House of Commons heard that troops occupied Liberty Hall and St Stephen's Green. The government said it would arrest all connected with the rising while Dublin and surrounding areas remained largely tranquil. The notice stressed Britain’s wartime intelligence and warned of actions against conspirators.
London reports that Sir Roger Gasement’s submarine and German vessels, under prize pretenses seeking Dutch traders, were seen off the Irish coast. A British warship ordered one craft toward Queenstown, forcing a retreat after detaining the other. The bow was saved.
London reports experts assess German raiding squadron including Derllinger Lutzow Mo the Seydlits and Hinenburg with Emden light cruisers. Zeppelin aerial scouts preceded the fleet as it neared the Dutch coast, while Lowestoft and Yarmouth suffered little damage despite bombardments.
A garbled Paris dispatch dated April 26 describes a column north of the Alane and actions around Dulles Wood. It notes an artillery prelude and a strong attack that was carried out with enemy forces reportedly annihilated.
The Big Store in Geraldton advertises a large stock of juvenile clothing. It promotes boys suits in serge, tweed, and waterproof fabrics, plus knitwear, undergarments, coats, hats, and blankets. A country order department promises prompt, attentive service and full particulars for orders.
Yesterday's wires report a costly clash near Morithomme and Courettes Wood as Crown Prince forces attempt a decisive capture. French counterattacks, rain, and heavy machine gun fire foil German advances, with several attacks repelled and trenches stubbornly held.
April 26 dispatch reports General Smuts and Colonel Van der Venter leading operations against enemy forces near the central railway. The engagement mentions disrupted lines and claimed prisoner captures amid ongoing efforts to press resistance in the theater.
London reports two German planes crossed from the east over Dover at about 000 ft but were driven off by guns without bombs. The moment caused immense excitement among holidaymakers. Zeppelins reportedly raided eastern counties dropping incidental bombs. A US ambassador note hints concessions but warns of risks in aiding Americans abroad.
Fragmentary wartime account mentions officers, soldiers, and civilians amid chaos. Descriptions include a tense confrontation, a bayonet warning, and a mysterious stranger identified by questioned recognition, suggesting irregular activity and confusion on the frontier.
A French aviator completes a long nonstop flight to Sofia, drawing regional attention as the historic journey highlights endurance and aviation progress.
Tondom April 25 Sir Roger Careneot once British Consul General Bio ue Jansky now called the Kaiser's Friend has been placed in military custody in Tondot after a failed arms plot in Ireland Evidence of proceedings in Germany will be produced at trial SMART ENGAGEMENT IN EGYPT Gairo April 25 An official report notes enemy forces massing near Dusidar Altar Saturday reinforcements engaged 309 captured 40 killed 30 prisoners Later an Australian column and others repelled the foe with heavy losses
Me Hy RR Arnott reports from Alexandria on troop life along the Bugz Ca is banks during a voyage home to Australia. He notes Australian divers, soldiers in bathing costumes, tobacco tossed overboard, and crowds buying tobacco tins from shipside spectators. He mentions spies feared in Egypt and plans to route them as troops move toward Suez.
Fragmentary dispatches describe native informants relaying troop maneuvers at Gallipoli. Eyewitness accounts from Aden and the front recount harsh trench fighting, thirst, heat, and heavy casualties as British Indian forces push Turks back before the latrines. Local reports note Indian and Allied endurance and plans to ship troops toward the Persian Gulf as combat wanes.
Mrs C D Brown will attend meetings Friday and Saturday to collect subscriptions and book donations for the Patriotic Queen effort. The latest polls place the Patriotic Queen at the lead as workers vow a final push. A Queen’s Park event features a dress parade and football match, with afternoon tea and children's entertainment at the Town Hall. Red Cross talks drew crowds, and a rectorless school effort raised funds. Tomorrow a parish market day and fair runs in the Parish Church grounds with stalls, concerts, and dances, culminating in a Saturday night sale at the Town Hall.
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