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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 23, 1917
Page
2
A wartime analysis notes the Admiralty’s reticence and strategy as German submarines threaten shipping. It praises Britain’s grit, sea lanes remain open, and the fleet’s control is seen as key to preventing food shortages and sustaining Allied support.
The passage argues Germany cannot force victory via land offensives or sea raiding. It cites failures against Romania and Russians, the likely Allied pressure forcing relinquishment of gains, and Britain’s unimpaired power. It notes Germany’s desperation to renew campaigns at sea or land to dictate terms and acknowledges Britain’s naval dominance.
The final installment of a new serial tale titled A Guest from the Grave appears. Opening chapters hint at thrilling, sensational incidents and a steady development that will captivate readers. Also notes bank holiday on Anniversary Day and hot, sultry weather with record temperatures and a low barometer.
A correspondent notes rising horse demand in Canada and Australia, urging breeders to start now to meet a likely postwar market. War losses and labour shortages have halted breeding, promising a sustained need for high quality foals. Carter and Co announce a summer sale and estate auction. Geraldton Fire Brigade fights a timber yard blaze with minor damage. jetty fire and a large city band concert are reported, plus rowing club handicap results. Parliament resumes after holidays. Labour debate and antiwar speeches are canceled amid security fears. a recruiting campaign in Western Australia seeks to bolster Australian forces.
Mr Alexander Wight receives a letter praising his son Norman of Marine Terrace for diving into a harbor current to rescue Private George Phelps who fell overboard. Though Phelps drowned, Norman’s daring swim and efforts are commended by the detachment officer and noted for the courage shown aboard.
The Friday issue reports several illness and injury updates. Lisa tenant Hd Bradley of Uieraldion is listed among those ill, while Lance Cross from Geraldton is wounded. Privates Fe Lessoud, J. Dougas from Northampton and Lance Vorporg Te Slow of Geraldton have returned to duty or are being treated. C C McGregor is named organiser for a local recruitment committee. A transport train to Fremantle was awaited for report at Bave Hospital and the harbour workforce is noted.
At the A.C. meeting on Saturday six furlongs race resulted in Wedding Day winning with Quins Post second. Betting odds were 20 to 1 on the winner.
The West Australia WA TSC meeting releases weights for the Wumpers Flap race and other events. Names include Helbs 1a Rhubarb 1A Tipper and Bud gery Value along with Blackwood Hate and Cygnus Handicaps. The field features numerous horses with weights from 4.2 to 11.8 and multiple sprinters and mile specialists listed for the program.
A well attended Geraldton Patriotic Fund committee meeting in the council chambers last night resolved against augmenting Perth’s request for district aid, citing a local fund sufficiency. An appeal to district residents was approved, and changes to payment scales were set to align with Commonwealth allowances.
To the Editor a reader argues for Greenough becoming a dairying hub with government subsidy and fixed milk prices, planning a cooperative model to fund a factory. He envisions multiple local farms supplying milk, conversion of stone buildings to processing sheds, and improved district prospects through shared capital and markets.
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