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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1916
Page
3
Fragmented OCR listing enamel toiletry sets chairs pillows and cookware with scattered prices and sizes. Mentions military khaki clothing and white drill trousers, mixed descriptions and unclear brand names across miscellaneous items.
In New York on December 14 officials indicate German limits on armed forces will be part of a broader power program. The note hints at motives linked to fear of starvation and strategic restraint.
New York figures report the German armament speech in Washington is a bid to mislead Lord Northcliffe about Germany's food shortage and strained ties with Austria and Turkey. Northeliffe says Britain will have more supplies next year, and Allies remain firm as Plymouth Rock amid American skepticism of German proposals.
Tokyo correspondent reports Japan will not seek peace on any terms that restore Kaisar Wilhelm era gains. Allies will be supported until German militarism is overthrown and Pacific Rim lands are freed, with China restored to prewar borders.
The draft action would call up the British army to reach an establishment of five million men by the end of next March. Officials say the expanded force aims to bolster wartime readiness and deter potential aggression.
The December dispatches report Royalist demands growing in Paria and Larissa with violent agitation and proclamations urging the deliverance of Athens. Correspondent La Petit Journal notes troops and military activity in Janina and Larissa as tensions rise.
Paris dispatch reports an Allied note to Greece demanding the withdrawal of Royalist troops and the release of prisoners, with a pledge to halt all northern movements within 24 hours. London coverage quotes M Briand saying Allies are more confident but warn against German peace offers and deception.
The document cites Allied efforts led by Lloyd George with Italy and France to assure convoy protection and unyielding action toward a common victory, while Germany threatens Britain and broadcasts in Great Britain. A Russian report notes Russian forces retreat along the Yalomnitza River.
The report notes a tentative step toward easing tensions as discussions surface around Berlin and a trial balloon proposal. Key figures referenced include Tame York as a name in the circulation, with Decamber as a noted timeframe.
The public reacts with relief and frenzy as reports claim the government’s peace offer will end turmoil. Crowds surge to churches and streets in celebration and trepidation, while officials urge restraint.
London on December 1 reports Mr. Bonar Law stating no peace was yet received and the Government maintains a policy that the Allies require adequate reparation for the past and security for the future amid crowd cheers.
A Roma agency cites a Consulate report stating Germany pursued smaller airships as the future of Zeppelins. Six were built and one test craft reportedly failed, signaling setbacks for the project.
In the House of Representatives on Thursday the Prime Minister ruled on government acquisition of the Australian wool clip excluding a clause. The fee paid was discussed, though the text is garbled and incomplete.
The nine men accused in the LWW conspiracy were found guilty by a jury this afternoon. Justice Wurnvide stated that if the men commit to future good behavior and pay £25 each, they may be released. otherwise they face two years imprisonment.
Considerable interest has been shown in the new gold find at Calculli about six miles from Weedy’s Woll and 63 miles from Cay. Crushing at J McInnes’ Tuckawarra battery yielded gold from 10 tons of ore. shaft at 50 ft with driving and sinking, white quartz seen and can be augered. Early returns report six tons yielding 58 ounces. other leaders located nearby. prospects at Tide group.
John Thomas a labourer and farmer of Northampton appeared before Registrar Moreley at Port on We hearings. He began farming in 1913 with a £52 loan from Jobo Glass to buy wheat seed and fertilisers. By 1915 he owed £296 10s to 14 creditors and lost the farm after 1915 rent default. He blamed drought and blight for crop failures. had no proper books or bank account. his weekly wage as a labourer later fell to about £2 8s. The inquiry was adjourned to January 10.
The column discusses the impact of wartime on the Cantena and Geraydton Yacht Club scenes. It notes anxious members, respect for rival crews, and teaser commentary on We-foctes and vessels like The Tjnds and Cygnus.
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