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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1917
Page
3
Reports say German forces dig new trenches under heavy artillery fire near London a tale of patrol encounters at Tagant and maintained Allied advantage inside the Mildenburg line while Germans press to disrupt the opposing lines.
London reports that shipping losses are close to being matched by new tonnage completed in wartime. The Controller of a Dounce vessels notes that tonnage completed in overseas wartime work could reach a level to equal submarine losses, signaling a significant balance in wartime maritime impact.
Fragmentary report of a discussion between Lord Lardsdowne and Lord Asquith about Allied war aims. It notes a push to make clear that wartime actions are rational and unselfish and to advocate for an international league as a durable safeguard.
The article reports renewed Italian line weather against Austro-Hungarian forces. Special war correspondent Wythe Williams notes Italian lines impregnable in defense but warns the Austro-German side could strike back. He suggests a strategic push may be costly, with emphasis on gold shortages impacting war effort.
A fragment from the New York Dimes suggests nations discuss bimetalism tied to silver and a dollar per ounce due to gas scarcity. A Sydney cable notes government requisitions mark shipping up to date though no steamers were scheduled.
Unclear dispatch reports a figure arriving from China to Sydney. The message hints at a shift in views or policy, with indications of possible steps toward peace or upheaval. The text is fragmentary and lacks concrete names or dates.
Fragmentary wartime dispatch notes that DESERT THE REAL FOE WATER PUMPED 130 out. The report discusses Allied forces in Egypt and Palestine, highlighting British and Indian contingents, Australian and New Zealand support, and efforts to supply Gaza and Jerusalem with water via Egyptian pipes. It notes a quiet phase of war work and cautions about public commentary.
A crowded Town Hall last night backed AVS proposals with speakers including Mayor Frank Green and Geo Taylor. Milga Tayloe attended, stressing support while an opposition meeting also gathered, arguing the other side could not present on equal terms.
The Milan journal notes Austro German forces shift focus to the Pine River as secondary to the mountain front. It details a planned strike and claims German divisions have been transferred from Mount Palestine westward, signaling strategic realignments amid ongoing hostilities.
A high military authority states that the adjustment favors Britain amid wartime shifts. The report notes strategic content over mere territorial extent, mentioning Hindan aloft as winter trials rise, and hints at ongoing industrial activity behind the scenes.
In a manifesto from London dated December 11 General Kaledin proclaims the Cossacks will uphold a marching order against Bolshevik forces. He states his intention to target Bolshevik elements and claims progress of Cossack movements toward Novo Chakask in Don Cossack history.
Intense artillery activity marked the battle lines with heavy fighting between Brenta and allied troops across the front. Reports describe fierce engagements along the entire front as forces exchange fire and maneuver under combat conditions.
racing notes list WA Derby hopefuls Kiveum Musdindam Green Lord Venteatn Yoot Laddie Mindoolals Minh Knight Comedy and T Macadam as contenders at the WATC selection event with names and odds sketched for the Perth Cup and Derby.
Fragmentary report recalls a speech linking wartime funding proposals to national sacrifice. It cites battles, mobilization at home, and the call to rally for liberty. The speaker questions Prince life’s sacredness and warns of frontier forces facing ferocity from colonial fronts, urging unity and resolve.
A fragmented OCR item lists names and terms such as Mechanicy and Mobtramptur with unreadable surrounding text. The readable bits hint at a historical notice or column fragment mentioning entities like Bone Mediey and Roude. No clear event or outcome is discernible.
Readable fragments indicate a local box plan involving Venizelus Cafe and Christias Catering. Mentions of names and ad text suggest a vendor coordination or advertisement setup for Snell's box plan. Further readable context is limited.
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