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Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Apr 29, 1916

Page

3

New German Submarine Sunk Amid Mediterranean Battle

London reports a German submarine sunk after a naval disaster as 124 sailors are missing. The Russell, a 14,000 ton battleship launched in 1823, carried 12 inch and 12 pounder guns. The other item notes the Military Service Bill faced sharp opposition. the bill was withdrawn after debate in the House of Commons.

London Fremantle Russell Medierranew House of Commons Walter Long Howe Weil Edward Cannon Asyu'kh Keng

German submarine news and British naval actions

Reports from London April note heavy submarine activity off the English east coast. German subs sunk four vessels, including a British trawler encounter near Shetland, with ships Watchful Petty officers and Fremantle mentioned. A trawler engaged a submarine, leading to the sinking of the enemy craft and captures of crew.

London England

German submarine sinks British steamer and other wartime losses

London reports a German submarine sank the British steamer Ludaetes near the coast as crews were rescued by an American liner. A Norwegian barque Carmanian was shelled and sunk with crew saved. Dutch steamer Ma and Dubea hit mines. one remained afloat while the other sank. Lochlyn sees Daly Express urging resignation as Unionist paper pressure grows.

London Apris Press Boveqe Tre Amsterdam Previ Aly North Sea Tay Soondze Maashaven Agai Gallyper Tawa Ves Meimg Dubea

German Complicity Revelations In New York

A New York message cites Von Igel papers detailing Dubin US Vevetstins connected to Sir Roger Caement's arrest. Attitude newspapers muadle a bid for American sympathy.

New York London Nat von Igel Sir Roger Caement

German Papers Assess Casement Plot and World Tremor

German newspapers comment on Casement's arms plot and the global tremor. Some sources view the attempt as a peace move while the British navy blockade continues. The Cologne Volks Zeitung notes potential shifts in American sentiment toward Germany if the venture had succeeded.

Amsterdam Germany Casement Cologne Volks Zeitung

Yesterday's Bikers Invaders Over London Despite Raids

London reports a Zeppelin raid dropping over 100 bombs on the Thames estuary with no casualties. One Norfolk Suffolk casualty, property damage including shattered glass and uprooted trees, and scattered shelling described. Southern Kent aerials and searchlights engaged the targets. inland bombs dug deep quivering earth.

London Thames Estuary Norfolk Suffolk Kentish Essex

Juvenile Clothing Stock Offers From Local Drapers

A bustling shop advertises exclusive juvenile apparel and boys suits including tweed melange serge and wool options. The catalog highlights small sizes, blanket goods, and a baby wel collar line with an emphasis on all wool materials and prompt, careful order handling by the management.

Moys Cdunt Lwesa KH H&j Gentu Goliers Syorimeats Jones

French Aerial Action Reported Over Zeebrge and Ostend

A Pane communique says a French aeroplane struck a Zeppelin at about 4000 metres near Zeebrugge. Another French plane hit a German torpedo boat off Ostend, and a Fokker aircraft was shot down north of Luma ville, its aviator captured.

London Pane Zeebiige Inter Ostend Ines Lumaville

United States Changes Attitude Toward Armed Merchantmen

Washington reports the State Department restates the right of merchant ships to defend themselves but with limits. It says ships using ornament or aggressive aims are not guaranteed neutrality. Also notes threats to Sir Cecil Spring-Rice and possible Irish revolt assistance requests.

Washington Department of State Wreehington Cecil Spring-Rice Jeter United States Roger Casement Wea New York Ireland

Egyptian Engagement Enemies in Superior Force

London reports describe a Sunday action where German and Turkish forces, 15000 strong, challenged British units including the Worcestershires and Hussars at Quatre oasis. Despite heavy losses, the British rear guard held, few enemy remains, while air raids hit Port Galdi. A British destroyer was damaged but continued firing.

London St Quads Adrianople Cape Hellas Quatre Oasis Port Gald

British Germans Clash as Warships Fire Across Seas

A chaotic naval battle unfolds with British destroyers engaging German vessels. A seaplane delivers a message to the Germans who flee at high speed as British shells churn the sea. Reports mention Casement, Irish unrest, and martial law declared in Dublin amid Ireland’s turmoil.

Bodom Artes Apquith Toxtay Font Leeland Dublin All Ireland Onder

Victoria Cross for Army Chaplain Melish

Army chaplain Mev Edwart Melish is awarded the Victoria Cross for charging a ground swept by machine-gun fire, tending wounded men and aiding others. He fought again the next day and continued to care for casualties despite injuries. Reports describe Army officers discussing shaving habits and camp routines amid ongoing conflict.

batUotteld Edwart Melish Loscon Vabe Chet Sa Ben

Turks Battlefront Letters From Gallipoli Evacuation

Fragmentary wartime letter from An Australian editor in Adelaide recounts a Turkish evacuation near Gallipoli and Sinai, with notes on camped positions west of Ferdan, Bedouin raids, railway work, and desert conditions. It mentions delays, possible March withdrawals, and hopes for a restored empire. The piece blends personal anecdotes, morale, and military insignia observations.

Gallizoli Adelai Ferdan Sinai Peninsula Katibaba Arak Devert Pram Nuliing Callipoli

Montenegrin Crown Colors and Battle Symbolism

The Montenegrin folk note a crown with a black border and four crown points symbolizing the foundation color. The red center signifies victory after Constantine’s fall, while the black border marks the battle of Koccovo and the defeat of Montenegrin and Serb forces by the Turks.

Koccovo

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