Greek King Abdicates Amid Allied Pressure and Greece Unity
London reports that King Constantine of Greece abdicated under Allied pressure. Crown Prince to succeed after Crown Council approval. France and Britain seek to restore unity as M Zaimis notes Allied disinterested help. Meanwhile Haig notes gains along the Somme fronts near Merlinc and Souches with progress astride the Souchez River. An additional air raid on England is reported.
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Marshal Haig
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Russia and American aviation plans cited in Senate hearing
Bear Admiral Poury testified before the Senate Military Committee that sending 2000 agroplanes abroad could curb German operations. A Russian mission plan to supply 1000 aviators monthly to France was discussed, with assertions of creating three million American air crew available after manpower shifts. Jawson is reported as arrived.
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Admiral Poury
Senate Military Committee
Ater
America
Jawson
British air raid panic as bombs fall on London
In Commons Mr Bonar Law said one enemy aeroplane was brought down and a heavy raid hit the coast near Essex and London. About twelve or thirteen aircraft crossed the coast, dropping bombs that killed several and injured many in the city and metropolitan area. Anti aircraft guns hunted the raiders, though gunners faced difficulties locating them.
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Jang
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AML
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Forthe
Aerial Raid Panic As London Streets Report Bomb Smoke
Eyewitnesses describe hostile flying machines veering off course and taking off chased by Gritih necoplanes. Bomb smoke and debris caused street crowds to fear gas attacks while schools sheltered children under desks as Story readings continued. Taubes attacked along the coast toward Germany, Royal Flying Corps and naval planes countering.
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Royal Flying Corps
Naval Airo
Store
London
Toombat
Bomb Attacks Hit London Area During Night Raids
The official report notes multiple bombing runs on East London with bombs aimed at rail stations and schools. Seven killed and 17 injured at one site. a school blast killed ten children and injured 60 others. Fires and warehouse damage reported across the London area. totals may rise with 41 killed and 121 injured claimed so far. Interim: air and naval engagements reported off the coast, with uncertain outcomes after a 15 minute raid.
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East London
East Ko
Raiway
London
Battle of Messines and submarine menace report
The report notes the Battle of Messines with German forces yet unreorganized and patrols seizing seven field guns as British troops pressure the front. Parisian sources claim Americans are building 38 meter submersible craft capable of 30 knot petrol propulsion, with long range, air listening gear, and undersea operations while not navigable on land.
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Paris
le Journale
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Tina
Faber Sattlers Report and Agricultural Conference Notes
The report covers a July meeting on Faber Sattlers and WA Partners with stock dated to May 1917. It describes a successful social in two evenings, discussions by the Hays Commission on Agriculture, and talks by Mr B Clarkson and others on crop rotation and forage, increasing land carrying capacity, and mixed farming. A Geraldton farmers conference was planned, with wheat collection for the MCA and a strong local association branch showing progress.
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Q Clif
Duningen
Ut Association
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Wey
Gm Ineciowe
King’s Hall
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B Clarkson
Execut
Mess HA Williame
G Calon
Conner
Patserson
G L Sution
G Clifton
Geraldton
Granough
Sk Fes
de Tay
M.C.A
Coup in Greece A Blow to German Prestige
London reports Athos dispatch stating King Constantine will travel to Switzerland via Italy. Le Matin notes Constantine’s abdication would be a significant blow to Germany, which funded the Athens court. Berlin voices claim the move is hollow while officials in Rome see King Alexander likely to back the Allies.
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le Matin
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Alexander
Greece faces pro Allied turn as Jonnart arrives in Athens
The arrival of former Governor General M. Jonnart aboard a French warship sparks talk of new French led plenipotentiary plans for the Allies. His visit coincides with the German occupation of Tamla and reports of destroyers and transports in the Gulf of Corinth. Observers question the seriousness of German plans and speculate on who will stay in Athens as antialliance sentiment grows.
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M. Jonnart
Jonnart
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Gulf of Corinth
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Coustanin
Powers and Greece Agree to Guard Peace in Balkans
London on June 12 reports M Jonuart notifying M Zaimia that protecting powers secured full guarantees for the army’s safety and will establish a safeguard. Franco British forces have landed in Corinth and Theenaly, ready to maintain order in Ashens.
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Jonuart
M. Zaimia
Corinth
Negotiations and motions at August conference fallout
The document records a chaotic parliamentary session with names such as Sir A G Mitchell and TE Cunningham. It notes proposals to forward a request regarding injustices from new I.4.B regulations, and discusses potential salary reductions for ministers, the Crown, the Speaker, and the President, amid party tensions.
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Whyper Onk
Skolbed
Haa
Look Ahead Opinion on Northern Australia Labor Issue
A reader letter argues for facing the policy question of Northern Australia’s non white labor use. It condemns deporting cheap labor fears and calls for a plan to develop the region beyond pastoral and posting industries. The writer urges decisive action by the British Government if Australia cannot solve the problem and signs off with Yours, Look Ahead.
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Australia
Unis Sorth
Sigchi
Bria
Ggh
Tobacco In Danger As Prices Rise Endangering Shops
Tobacco in danger as shopkeepers cut down supplies amid rising prices. A warning spreads among British smokers who fear the end of affordable cups and rices.
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Emu, Co
Moonyn iooka school notice by works minister
A public notice states the Ministry for Works will provide enders for Moonyn iooka School-Additigni-eilt at noon on June 24. The PWD Office in Gerald son is named for particulars and directions for submissions.
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Moonyn Iooka ‘School
The
Hom the Miniter
Perticulars Pwd
Geraldson
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