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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 26, 1917

Page

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Alleged Disloyal Utterance In War Regulations Case

The defendant faced a charge of making an alleged disloyal utterance in contravention of the War Regulations Act. Air J. W. Clydesdale, defending, noted a railway accident at Watheroo delayed witness attendance for the adjournment. The RM suggested a jury trial, citing Magna Carta rights, while acknowledging the act allowed either summary or jury trial depending on prosecution choice.

Air J. W. Clydesdale Thomas Clydesdale

Fragmented testimony on wartime tensions and a Canadian judge’s death

A messy report describes a cross fire between witnesses Lizars Williams and a third party over wages and conscription. A Victorian newspaper clipping from 1804 is found at the police station, mentioning Judge Lizars and Abraham Cohen. The witnesses discuss Germany, Royal Commissions, and transport actions amid heated statements and accusations.

Judge Lizars Mir Dbl Licar Asese Abraham Cohen Cane Beigt Berlin Williams Sayoum Poland Australia Lizars Royal Commission Greenough Roads Board Cohen Clydesdale Visars Germany Czars Cizare

Geraldton Rifle Club Notes and July Competition

Local gun club plans matches for 28th with 900 and 200 yard events. Reported scores by G W Smyth and F A Sceae amid a busy club day repairing targets. July competition lineup includes Trigg Jewell Smyth Woodward and others with listed entries and scores.

Magpie Australia Coldiera Castain F. A. Sceae Trigg James Jewell G. Smyth Woodward D Swyth Lester Leach Bleacower Rowe Maser Fowne Pias T. McGauras Oyes Senr Peters Mellows S. Sturman Tarner Palmer Edwards Harper Nelley

Victoria Hotel Rates Modest Charges Open to Guests

A Stay Al Ge Victoria Hotel advertises moderate rates with welcoming terms for travelers. The listing highlights comfortable accommodations, reasonable pricing, and accessible amenities aimed at guests seeking value.

al Ge Victoria

Submarine Torpedo Tactics and Capabilities Analyzed

The Army and Navy Journal describes how submarines fire torpedoes from submerged tubes at about 15 feet depth, adjusting depth with hydrostatic gear to hit targets. Torpedoes travel straight, discharging up to 2000 yards or more, with Whitehead torpedoes at 3000 yards. Submerged submarines reach 85 feet depth in tests, with typical depths 160 to 900 feet, and latest U S subs are about 1200 tons, 250 feet long, with 8000 mile ranges and speeds around 3 knots surfaced, higher when submerged.

Amswer Oeekey Army and Navy United States

Torpedoed Hospital Ship Survivors Recall Bravery

A wartime report recounts the torpedoing of a hospital ship and the harrowing arrival of survivors at Brijah ports. Wounded soldiers sang hymns aboard, were tended by a nurse Miss Waldegrave, and expressed gratitude despite loss of limbs and severe injuries. A British officer’s calm leadership and the crew’s steadfast service are highlighted as emblematic of wartime resilience.

TMC London Lafranc Brijah Walle Bengaale

Fragments Show Valor Amid Land Rescue Efforts

In a chaotic scene four Prussian officers refused to abandon women of English roots, aiding in rescuing boats and keeping them afloat. Witnesses noted gallant deeds though other acts of courage went unrecognized.

Prus- San

State War Council Rejects Memorial Plans For War Memorials

The New South Wales State War Council declines broad memorial projects citing cost and competing needs. It urges delaying permanent monuments, favoring support for wounded and urgent patriot efforts while preserving funds for future commemoration. The report cites local ambitions and the public desire to honor the fallen through tangible costs.

New South Wales Fumd Ibs Couns Coane Wer Council Otfort Patyjula Whey Cauméry Warve New South Wales War Council Australian War Council

Fragmented Telegraph Rescue Amid Medical Crisis

An unclear report describes a chaotic incident involving a failed telegraph or communication link, a deepening thread of danger, and urgent medical and postal actions. Despite attempts, timely care for a newly born infant and related victims was jeopardized, with rapid hospital and patient transfers arranged to avert tragedy.

Siearen Wawidt Rauly Emma Kalgorip Hale

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