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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 03, 1917
Page
3
London reports April operations under the British offensive. German peace talks continue as Allied forces claim successes. An Australian vessel is lost, while Allied air forces claim 8 enemy aircraft shot down and 9 driven down in an unusable state. Nine Allied aircraft are reported missing.
New York on May 2 reports Count von Hertsbmann Hollweg's peace speech drawing attention. Critics claim German peace proposals will be rejected by the Allies. Interlocutors say the real aim is to reopen war by seizing routes such as Alsace and access to Turkey to threaten the Suez route.
A vessel carrying Australians to the United Kingdom was torpedoed in the English Channel after docking at Plymouth. All Europeans aboard are safe, per the Naval Board statement. The report notes Germany’s submarine campaign affecting European travelers.
London May 2 Field Marshal Haig reports dual artillery actions during the night between St Quentin and Kane. British forces repulsed a German raid at Fauquissart and maintained positions along the line.
French writer Marcel Huin reports that from April 16 to 30 Anglo French forces captured 40,093 prisoners, 437 heavy guns, 946 trench mortars and 882 machine guns in a major late April operation.
May 2 report notes a national rationing theme looms in the House of Commons as socialists press for discussion. Berlin press coverage highlights Socialist Reichstag prompts on military leadership amid German political tension.
Paris dispatch notes that 24 enemy divisions attacked the British front but were relieved from further action as their effectiveness melted away. Survivors deserted. some went mad, while others were driven to retreat amid chaotic conditions reported by Le Petit Parisien.
Yesterday's wires report reinforcements for the West heavy German traffic as no German papers reached Holland for six days. Travelers are informed the frontier will remain closed for 30 days due to great military traffic.
New York May 1 The Senate has passed a resolution authorising the Government to use the German ships now in American ports. It is stated that some are ready to sail immediately.
The report says more than half of the division were so severely punished they withdrew and were rebuilt. German reserve now stands at 130000. The figures suggest our troops did not die in vain as the army nears inability to fill gaps in ranks. The Petit Parisien cites prisoners’ documents claiming elect Iv es reduced by 200 per battalion.
Mr F Rowland of Hutt learns his youngest brother Priv C4 Rowland died in France on April 1. Private C1 Rowland, born December 1, 1915, served in the 48th Battalion. Mrs M McConkey sen of Oakadal la mourns. Arthur J Allen remains with his battalion in France, his condition improving recently. Lance-Corporal Lewis Broad wounded in France. Mrs Broad has three sons serving. Keating, Geraldton widow, also has three sons serving, with William missing since July. Tom and James Keating reported wounded. T P O Connor of Mindsview Tevviounly reported missing, then believed dead.
The article outlines introduction of dogs into fighting roles, credited to Guste power French Mentenmmt who brought dogs from North-Westers Camula and the Labrador. It notes dogs pulling loads on railways, three main breeds Labrador Canadian and Alaska, and claims drills in training camps to teach advancing reaches and handling damages for defense.
The article surveys natural insect enemies across species, noting birds, mammals, reptiles, fishes, plants, and spiders as predators. It discusses abundance of insects, the scale of counts, and how various predators help control insect populations, with a focus on ecological balance and predation strategies.
The article notes ongoing renewal at major junctions while worn rails from curves and stations are replaced. Scrapped rails are melted for reuse, sold to merchants, or repurposed for fencing and hardware. Demand for 1880s secondhand rails is increasing amid aging mainline networks.
Fragmentary overheard exchanges in a tramcar show a sallow passenger accusing another of jealousy while discussing the paper and rain. A terse reply plus a grim remark about a husband emerge amid unclear context and multiple interrupted phrases.
Acceptances announced for a race meeting in West Australia listing horses for Medcliffe Hurdles Rockingham Handicap and Australand Handicap with times in the Rockingham and Redcliffe events. Entries include Totoki Darrawaau Mose and many others with weights and regionalized breeding names.
A brief interview with Senator Buzacott hints at strong local support across the state. He predicts Heilmann’s margin could be three to four thousand votes, cites enthusiasm in the South West and goldfields, and mentions a machinery offer if needed to secure votes and manufacturing support.
A damaged OCR item from Northampton area mentions Western Australian Farmers Ltd and cooperative verse about binding twine, oats, and guild goods. It references court halls, warrants, and a general notice about agricultural supplies and vendor offerings with uncertain names and dates.
An auditor warning announces a meeting at the Commonwealth Hotel on May 5 at 11 30 am for a cooperative company in Geraldton. The notice states the company will be held to discuss matters related to its insurance business expansion and creditor arrangements.
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