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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1918
Page
3
The ongoing big offensive faces delays as preparatory rounds proceed. German forces grow wary due to raids while several positions show gains. Allies work to strengthen lines and press momentum in grinding front advances.
In the Paris dispatch dated July 9 In west of the Oise Generalissimo Foch reports a dawn operation at 3 30 am local involving tanks penetrating enemy lines to seize Porte Farm and Deslodnes Farm and push beyond a mile. Deslodnes Farm counter attack repulsed as British and French forces hold positions with wounded and prisoners accounted for.
London reports say Canadian forces on the Arras front conducted 48 raids in 90 days. German artillery fire increased, described as retaliation for Allied raids by English Scottish and Australian units. Casualties include 90 dead and numerous wounded. Canadians favor bayonet over bombs for a cleaner job.
Report from an Atlantic coast port states a loaded American transport was attacked by eight U boats in the Bay of Biscay. It notes two U boats were sunk by shell fire.
An unclear OCR fragment references charges and catering at a first order event. Details are missing for names, places, dates, and outcomes but indicates a formal action or investigation related to catering services. No concrete entities or dates could be confirmed from the readable text.
Latest wires report a dramatic turn in the Russian situation with allied intervention credited for saving a last European port. German forces are said to be perturbed as Finnish White Guards gain attention. British warships and interests expressed by Admiral Kemp on behalf of Franco-British governments disavow aggression and pledge a new constituent assembly.
An unnamed force repulsed hostile raids while enemy artillery activity continued near Bretonneux. Reported skirmishes focused on ceasefire adherence and defensive actions by local units amid tense frontline conditions. No further details on units, dates, or casualty figures were provided.
Report adrift from Colonel A. Court Repington notes unrest over new bans on Austrian Navy activity and a growing gamble in naval strategy. The piece hints at tensions between interference and ambition as Britain contemplates blocking German operations.
General Foch reports on July 9 that allied forces attacked German positions south of the Aisne near Reux Forest northwest of Longpont on a two mile front. The advance reached about 1200 yards and Chavigny Farm was captured.
London observers describe a volatile political climate as rumours swirl about coalition ties and potential government candidates. The debate centers on liberal decline, Labour activity, and the risk of liberalism fading amid shifting alliances and strategic moves by key figures.
The WRALDTON Municipal council discusses drainage issues with the mayor Mr F Gres presenting petitions from residents. The Works Committee recommends council take over the drain with annual costs, while a city wide big drainage inlet is proposed. Debate centers on who pays for upkeep and feasibility of a deep drain from Marine Terrace to Forrest Street.
The committee notes that the recommendation to move the sump closer to the AC was agreed. A ladies day is planned for next Saturday, with wheat and taleae featured in the program.
Fragmentary text lists cattle lots such as 440 mixed cattle with cows heifers and calves. Mentions names like Aeneas T and Casey but data is garbled. Unable to determine clear event, date, or location from the provided material.
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