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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1917
Page
1
The Murchison Times reports ongoing activity as over 62 men prospect in the locality. Leases extend along the line of lode with work driven in both directions. Wet weather delays on ground hinder some operations. several prospectors plan to present findings to the Minister to secure full ore value.
The Chief Electoral Officer E G Stenberg appeals to editors for wide publicity of enrolment procedures and district addresses. He warns against misuse of enrolment cards and urges publication of official guidance, district locations, and channels to ensure voters understand how to enroll and where to submit cards.
Mr Connor shows dairy success with high butter output while Mr McKay of York advocates dairying as a profitable farming branch. At a York Road Board meeting he notes members who were hesitant and recalls a curious exchange about a Baas and a DS.0 offer resisted.
Portraits of military leader Sir Douglas Haig and allies sketching Haig as a sharp, alert commander shaped by early schooling and rapid promotions from the 7th Hussars through the South African War to high command. The piece notes his foresight, readiness, and cautious aggressiveness in anticipating German threats.
The passage traces Sir Douglas Haig’s early command of the First Army across key battles from Mons to Ypres, noting his leadership in heavy combat during the retreat and advance. It credits lessons learned at Neuve Chapelle and Fromelles, shaping his Somme tactics, and portrays his resolve to lead through the long war.
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