Nations at War Plans Biggest Air Fleet in World
New York reports the administration seeks 1,200,000 for schools and aircraft purchases to train aviators. Secretary Baker says a float of trained pilots could secure Allied air dominance, with plans to build thousands of planes. Russian Duma rejects separate peace with Germany as dangerous treason. official figures report casualties.
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New York
New York “Times
Washington
Seialion Scheels
Baker
Ss. Ofa. Belie. Sci
Petrograd
Jane
Duma
Germany
Russia
Tribute to Allied Troops and Australian War Deeds
The passage notes praise for German bravery in defeat, comments on British losses, and a glowing tribute to Australian troops. It cites a contemporaneous speech by the New South Wales Premier W A Holman and remarks on a wartime referendum, with Walter Tong and Philip Gibbs invoked to honor soldiers who shared water yet kept fighting in trenches.
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London
New Beath Wales
Mtr Wade
New South Wales
W. A. Holman
Walter Tong
Holman
Philip Gibbs
Hebens
Australians and the war news in New South Wales
The article discusses how Australians misperceived the war due to limited firsthand experience and press reporting. It argues for clearer information from the imperial government on their stance fears and hopes to align colonial leaders and rally public support.
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South Wales
Australia
Légin
New South Wales
Zeppelin raid ends with two airships exceed in coast defense
Reports from an east coast town describe a night of silence broken by a Zeppelin raid. Searchlights traced a raider as it crossed the coast and descended beyond the horizon amid cheering. The official press bureau notes two airships carried off the night raid with bombs dropped inland.
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London
Oficial Presa Bureau
Annoancas
Government to Start Ceaseless Air Attacks on German Cities
Government announces plan to wage nonstop strategic bombing against German targets. Officials say sustained air campaign will target military infrastructure, industry hubs, and transportation networks to accelerate surrender and end the war.
Uravy Fighting at Balle Court Ports West of Ypres
Forces report fighting near Ballecourt ports west of Ypres with progress and captures. Reciprocal artillery action continued at the interrale on the battle line south of Ypres.
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Ballecourt
Zep
England
Interrale
Ypres
Another liner torpedoed. 199 missing in Atlantic sinking
A liner named Hiner Aquaria was torpedoed in the Atlantic with six hundred aboard. 199 remain missing as the vessel listing and actions unfold. All others are reported saved, with the incident occurring in the Ionian Sea yesterday.
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Atlantic
Ionian Sea
Restoring Order in Greece Allies Firm Hand
London reports a Greek crisis where M Jonnart refused the interior minister’s demand for immediate leader releases. Paris says PM Ribot told Venizelos that the King aims to support Greece with funds to restore unity, reiterating long standing principles guiding postwar aid.
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Greece
London
Athens
M. Jonnart
Interior
Paris
M. Ribot
M. Venezelau
Thankers
Germans Attack French Lines Steamed Heavily Shelled
German assault on French positions near the Hurebise sector entered a contested area but was repulsed after a brisk fight. Artillery pounded north of Coroy and Braye en Lannnois as Rheims endured heavy bombardment with about 1200 shells reported today. Large German forces, spies, and supplies and Royalist supporters were reported as arrested. Local inhabitants laid wreaths and flags at French graves in response.
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Fariean
London
Hurebise
Coroy
Braye En Lannnois
Rheims
RUSSIUS CHANGING OPINIONS ON WAR COUNCILS
The Council of Soldiers and Workmen shifts away from doctrinaire stance as it confronts internal affairs and now supports Poland Belgium and Serbia with their right to compensation. Metropolitan Meat Strike mediation offered by mayor follows a week notice from assistants and carters to master butchers.
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Poland
Belgium
Serbia
Carters
German Food Shortage Suppresses Honest News Story of Kidnapped Pupils
German papers hint at harsh food shortages and a mocked school scheme in Berlin as a minister’s relative runs a “dame school” for youths. Investigations reveal a private hoard of meat and illicit trade. a van is seized and Frau Maierin placed under arrest after police uncover the operation.
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Mere
Berlin
Cumerous Wotson
Yiele
Serenge
Tually
van Walehed
Ageura
Omer
Maierin
Local Notables Travel and Appointments Mentioned
Mr Logue of Walkaway has been gazetted as Justice of the Peace for Gaxco. Miss Gladys Moor, granddaughter of Mr W. LP, is named and staying at Wooroolow Sanatorium. Geraldton trip includes a speaking engagement. Archbishop Riley visits Geraldton district next week with many engagements in Geraldton and Northampton.
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Mr. Logue
Walkaway
Gaxco
Gladys Moor
W. LP
Wooroolow
Geraldton
Archbishop Riley
Northampton
WORKING THE JETTY AND SHIP DELAY AT GERALDTON
A report from Geraldton details a four eyed leaf incident and a collision on the jetty as ships, laden with springs, jammed while attempting repairs. The port authorities and ship managers dispute responsibility and consider urgent measures to restart work to avoid broader costs and railway freight increases.
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Frymaubis
Geraldtyn
Shippac
Basten
Imp.rs
Sérvien
Atataug
Geraldton
Timusk
Mackenzie & Co Auction Notice With Wilson and Johns
An auction notice from Mackenzie & Co listing bidders Wilson and Johns. The sale action occurs at 2:82 pm sharp and mentions the Retherys Nuceorreet. Compact, period tone reflects a sales listing from the firm.
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MacKenzie & CO
Lure Wilson & Johns
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Perth Children's Hospital
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