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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1914
Page
3
The Western Front shows a lull in fighting as Germans prepare for invasion while weather slows operations and frostbite injuries rise among troops. Reports from Poland and the Eastern Front are contradictory with German claims of victory and Russian losses disputed. Berlin notes evacuations at a fortified Lodz area and German deaths remain extensive as troops struggle to retreat and bury the dead.
From the Petrograd desk the Daily Telegraph reports heavy German pressure for three days, with their wedges across Thom and Kalise and control of the only railway in the sector. Five army corps and five cavalry divisions have moved from the west toward Kalwan, while British transports to France exceed 2000 with no casualties. The battle near Lodz sees heavy Russian losses and a claimed German decisive victory, as Austrian and Italian interpretations of alliances surface. Canada’s prime minister warns Britain’s sea fight determines imperial fate. Allies claim offensive gains on the Yser and Oise fronts, with artillery dominance noted in the Champagne district.
A dated advertisement lists 45 inch voile flouncing, embroidered lace, cotton trimmings, and various ladies apparel with sale prices. Nearby items cover men’s shirts, trousers, and net blouses with discounts. The page also reports war news from London and local community notices.
Instructions from Mrs. Renee leaving the district announce a sale of superior kept furniture. Items include Lisleboard, ingroone Sig ieee, Overmantle, Linus, Duchess Chests, Marble-topped pieces, Kitchen Table, Blue Flame Stove, utensils, crockery, cutlery, glassware, and more. See Auctioneers for details. sale on new morning of sale.
Auction sale details include Geraldton sub-division Lot 20 and Mullewa interests with bailiff jurisdiction. Events list a swimming race under 12 to open diving, sailing races by Geraldton Yacht Club, boat decorated prize, and multiple coastal displays plus a rowing and gymnastic program at the beach.
The Hetish empire reports November figures showing total trade decreased by £12,420,017 from 1913. Exports dropped by £20,154,568 while another export figure is listed at £257,688, all compared with November of the previous year.
Yesterday's cables report the battle of Ypres cost the enemy about 1000 men daily as gaps are filled by reinforcements of poorly trained troops. Italy's parliament approves the Premier's attitude and Prince von Bülow is named German ambassador in Rome while other dispatches note ongoing enemy losses and allied positions.
Reported event at Nabawah Hall attracted a large crowd from near and far. Local artists performed patriotic songs with audience participation. Dillon, Dillstone, and Julius Lanske received strong applause for selections including Its a Long Way to Opper.
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