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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 08, 1914
Page
1
The report notes heavy fighting in Belgium with German forces repulsed and a Belgian victory cited. Estimated German casualties reach about 8000 with seven guns reportedly lost. A separate French victory at Longwy is mentioned as another German setback.
The report outlines German repulsion of Museian frontier guards on the Prussian border, a sinking of the German cruiser Emden and Russian Askold near Wei-hai-Wei, and no major North Sea battle yet. It notes the German fleet sheltering, a German liner sunk, and Australian troops to Europe with Kitchener named War Minister and Hamilton to command domestic forces.
Monthly meeting of the Progress Association reported progress on public telephone service at Port Denison with guarantors secured. A letter to churches urged maintenance of burial grounds and a plan for a recreation ground was discussed. A surprise party for Miss Brand ended with a wedding announcement for Miss Brand and Mr Forrest Morrell at the Methodist Church. Weather and war news noted with rain delay and ongoing concerns.
A reader testimonial extols Doan's Backache Kidney Pills for backache and kidney relief. The speaker reports easier movement and resumed work after use, claiming widespread praise from friends and a lasting cure. Pills priced at 2 shillings per bottle with six bottles for sale.
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