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Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 11, 1916

Page

3

Anzac3 On The West And Marseilles Troop Arrivals

London May 10 The aswapapers welcome the arrival of the Anzsee at the Western trot landed at Marseilles The South African traps destined for the European front have arrived at Marseilles and been enthusiastically welcomed by inhabitants The Daily Telegraph Paris correspondent notes the German artillery at Verdun was the most powerful yet used but German infantry could not hold against French counter attacks The Pomeranians were withdrawn from Champagne where they had planned an offensive

London Aswapapers Paria Marseilles Daily Telegraph Par Verdun Champagne Paris le Matin Polsin Verdum de Meuse Castionsa Cacisien Petain Devamont Plaicat Ginshal Lempert Yemennis Bat Seis Mes Est

Allies repel German assault near Hill 304 and curb supply lines

Paris reports a violent artillery bombardment that failed to break enemy lines west of Hill 304. Artillery swept convoys and detachments between Ewmay and Bayon as German assaults on Monday faltered and Zeppelin activity rises in the South Sea area.

Paris Eceomy Ewmay Bayon

Airplanes Hit Port Said in Night Bombing Raid

Two hostile aeroplanes dropped bombs on Port Said Monday night wounding three civilians. Antiaircraft guns drove the raiders off and no major damage occurred.

Cairo Port Said

Artillery Activity Near Salonika Reported

May 10 dispatches describe intense artillery action along the Macedonian front near Salonika. A Danish view notes Germany cannot sustain the far front through year end due to rationing. soldiers' food rations are reduced while ammunition and arms remain abundant.

Salonika Copenhagen Elter Germany

Verdun Revelations Describe Sudden French Realization

Le Matin reveals Verdun history with French surprise on February 1 as German and French commanders contested strategy. Castelnau redirected forces after the breakthrough and Petain stabilized Devamont. Verdun’s defense intensified as German numbers and rail support shaped the battle.

German Casualties Near Millions in April War Losses

London reports April casualties at 91 162 with total war toll reaching 2223 07 percent. German assaults on Hill 304 near Meuse fail after three heavy attacks. Paris notes three divisions decimated after days of fierce fighting.

London Paris Meuse

Juvenile Clothing and Home Goods Sale Ad

A fragmented advertisement lists juvenile clothing and home textiles including wool socks blankets rugs and bed coverings. The notice promotes a poultry order department and emphasizes prompt trustworthy service with customer orders fulfilled to satisfaction.

Coultry

Birdwood urges discipline to Australian New Zealand troops

General Birdwood addresses troops before France fighting urging discipline to resist drink and temptations in villages. He stresses the need for discipline as crucial to success and recalls the honor of Australia and New Zealand forces, promising lasting reputation at home.

London Birdwood France Dencely Ashe Australia New Zealand Jerest Alrig

Federal Budget Reveals War Financing Plans in Australia

Melbourne reports budget figures showing revenue and expenditure for the year ending June 1917. A fifty million pound war loan and forty nine million for essential public works are planned to sustain wartime needs. The note mentions American expectations and Allied peace signals to President Wilson amid broader European tensions.

Melbourne Australia Paushooa

Germany's Submarine Policy and Americas Reply

Weabington reports on a policy exchange about German submarine actions and the American response. The article notes discussions between officials and mentions tensions over naval strategy and allied cooperation in the Atlantic theater.

Geraldton Traders Association Discusses Moves and Postal Delays

The Geraldton District Traders Association met to discuss government price reductions and 40 year impayments, consider forming a Geraldton branch, seek donations for the Geraldton Week, and request postal timing delays before sailing. They also plan to address dog nuisance and the association's evolution into a progress body.

Carriad Yuns Farnserm Seti Traiters' Association Parmar.” and Settlers' Association Geraldton Provident Jowt Precias Staton M. Gregory Akers’ Association Progress Association

Boulder City Race Club Opens With Good Attendance

The opening day of the Boulder City Race Club programme was held in fine weather with strong turnout. Jumpers flat race covered one and a quarter miles featuring Warembie 4.6 Tebtul Bay 103 and Ritie Kk A122 among the standout runners.

Boubdes Boulder City Warembie Tebtul Bay Ritie Kk

Courtroom language barrier tests jury selection

An American attorney recalls a German jury case where prejudice against his Prohibitionist client affected justice. A German juror struggles with English during voir dire, prompting questions about understanding and comprehension. The judge pressures the proceedings as the moment to decide the jury arrives.

Beause

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