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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Dec 24, 1918

Page

3

Berlin People’s League Berndsdorff A Member

Copenhagen report states that the Berlin People’s League includes ex Ambassador Berns. The item notes a Soldiers and Workmen’s Council was ignored by Foch and reports on Hindenburg’s move drawing government demands for explanation. Press comment suggests selling ship material to rebuild France and Belgium rather than using it for a German navy.

London Dee Copenhagen Berlin People's League Berns Clinton Gilbert Paris Jaod the France Belgium George Washington Leviathian United State

Loyal German troops shown loyal to government

Amsterdam dispatch reports Bertin stating overwhelming evidence that the majority of returning troops remain loyal to the government. The Hohenzollern party is reduced to a state of impotence as strikes and demonstrations expand, with crowds sometimes reaching 6000 to 8000, yet without disturbances.

Amsterdam Bertin Hohenzollern Party

Haig's Welcome Home Stirring Scenes Glow

Marshal Haig and British generals returned to London amid stirring scenes as hundreds of thousands lined the route from Dover to Buckingham Palace. Dover recalled Kitchener and Roberts victories while Haig praised the nation’s extraordinary men and their courage and endurance.

London Dee Marshal Haig

Great cliffs of Dover and Frybe flag evoke homecoming

A fragmentary naval-memento narration describes the Dover cliffs and the Frybe flag as symbols of freedom guiding a welcoming scene. The speaker envisions a future homecoming for their men, hinting at pride, resolve, and anticipated reunion.

Dover Frybe

Labour Platform Drives South Africa Election Strategy

Capetown reports the Labour Party scales up activity in the Free State with plans to form branches and court the Dutch vote. The platform calls for abolition of the Senate Triennial Parliaments, proportional representation, tax reform, trade union favor, and strict racial zoning with separate areas, plus mine nationalization and a 100 per day minimum wage for unskilled workers.

Capetown Tiloemfontein Labour Party Free State Senate

Opium Party Hears Revelations At London Hearing

A London hearing revealed an alleged opium party at a flat owned by Reginald de Veale in Dover Street. Six attendees, including de Veale’s wife, reportedly moved to a drawing room after dinner and dressed in night attire as the scene unfolded. Billie from Carlton reportedly arrived later from the theatre.

London Amaxine Ariesec Lo Ping Reginald de Veale Dover Street Dpetadion de Veule Mine Billie” Ar Carlton

Night of charity entertainment for blind soldiers

A Walkaway Entertainment A Fades uncourt evening features Miss Feiryhs Connolly as host and a cast including Logue, Hugh Hamersley, and Cyril Connolly. Children perform as nursery extras while blind soldiers’ crafted articles sell quickly. Supper follows and dancing lasts late with proceeds of £12 donated to Mrs MacGregor.

Mr. Logue Hugh Hameraley Robert Connolly W.A Sig Feiryhs Y Connolly Elvera Connolly I Logue Jearts On Hood Trabel Jat Tek Onlie Jack Impty Dumpty Edward Hamers Logosley Jack Tom Tucker Tonbie Wakiece George Porte

Three Deaths Reported At Woodman's Point influenza

Perth reports three deaths at Woodman's Point on Saturday with one buried in the quarantine cemetery. No fresh pneumonic influenza cases were noted yesterday at Woodman's Point or Albany as the chief quarantine officer Dr Cox relayed. The bulletin listed four soldiers in dangerous condition and seven seriously ill, with sixty five ill including nurses. a soldier died yesterday.

Perth Woodman’s Point Cox Woodman's Point Albany Boonah Mitchel

Rland Faces Practical Freedom Amid Epidemic Claims

Report notes Rland seeks practical freedoms during a worldwide epidemic amid political and social tension. Officials warn against rushed policy changes while residents debate public health and economic impacts across regions.

Plague Declared Worst Since Black Death

A historical report notes a wide plague outbreak described as the worst since the Black Death, with authorities warning of rapid spread and severe casualties. Medical teams deploy across affected regions as residents stockpile supplies and seek protective measures.

Perth Tram Strike Shows Government Stand Firm

Sean Lacrosey of 318 Wer Dey reports the government remains determined that tram workers should accept a wage plan. Traffic is halted, with trips crowded by business disruption. A noon meeting of tramway men led to acceptance of the partition and they endure the situation.

Sean Lacrosey

What the Germans Willed. Deadly Novelties for 1919

Mr Winston Churchill told a Trades Union congress that the Ministry for Munitions was at the peak of output when firing ceased on the west front six weeks ago. He outlined three aims for postwar planning including preserving contracts, aiding firms to convert war plants to peace industry, and disposing of war stores valued at about 21 billion.

Winston Churchill Conference of Trades Union Bani Committee Enioyer West Front Ministry For Munitions

Ferro-concrete ships could survive collisions better

An old report notes ferro concrete ships would suffer less damage in a bow on collision than earthware vessels due to higher shock absorption. The sole recorded collision of two concrete ships occurred during last year’s flooding in a Balbos dock basin on the Paownn.

Balbos Paownn

English Women Police deputation meets Home Secretary

A representative delegation, led by Lord Sydenham, urged Sir George Cave to form a women police force in major cities to protect women and children. Cave welcomed the proposal, noted legal difficulties, and pledged careful consideration toward development.

Lord Sydenham Home Secretary Sir George Cave London George Cave

Christmas Gifts and School Fun at Irwin

Our Own Correspondent reports a lively Irwin week with Father Christmas giving toys and books to children after a tea at the school ground. A near fatal accident left Mr Frank Criddie unconscious at his mother's home. Prizes were awarded in knitting and spinning by donors Mrs Scroope and Mrs Clarkson with Mrs Calvert and the schoolmaster presiding.

Prom Dongarra Cheistmay Irwin Northeptat

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