Australians on Ancre Loop Gain and Allied Action Report
May 26 dispatch from Fie Marshal Mais cites local operations near the Ancre as successful with Australians taking 360 prisoners. They also inflicted several hundred casualties and captured 29 machine guns, while light Allied losses occurred. A large scale air raid on England by German aircraft lasting two hours saw four planes shot down near Kent and London.
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Lonton
Marshal Mais
Vite
Ancre
Pis
Cners
Meleren
Linda
Eoast
Kent
Kavex
Sunley
London
Latest Wives and British Raid in Albert Sector
Reports from Albert sector describe four new prisoners in a successful raid led by British forces. Australian gallantry noted in the Ancre valley near Vie Sencourt with over 900 prisoners taken after a sharp preliminary bombardment. Casualties total thirty seven killed as heavy fighting and heavy bombardment continued. Sinn Fein arrests spread across multiple counties with continued police action and trials expected.
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Lawton
Marg
Albert
Hinges
Anrre
Vie Sencourt
Hun
Nationalist sympathy and Irish movement debate in Dublin
In Sunday discourse a renowned priest argues that national methods should align with Sinn Fein and oppose German influence. He notes Mr. Ripon’s party and contemplates Westminster interrogation of the government if German espionage is proven. Opinions diverge on punitive action for traitors amid wartime tensions.
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Ix Duby
Snn Fein
Ripon
Wis
Dubin
Dylan
Westminter
Viscount Frenel
Range
German plans for major spring offensive in Franco-British lines
London reports from the Uerix and Petit Parisien that Germany has concentrated divisions for a decisive offensive on the Franco-British front. Luftwaffe airways expanded and a large supply dump established. Ludendorff urges rapid action while French and British forces brace for a possible second great attack. New York Times notes picket force massing and timing uncertain.
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London
Uerix
Exchange
Wmattek
Sush
Giermane
Foch
Celluta
Ludendorff
Petit Parisien
Sta Ams
Evesuy
New York
New York “Times
Raid at Morlancourt Ends in Prisoners and Guns
Marshal Mais reports a daytime raid in Morlancourt and Hulluch sectors yielding 21 prisoners and several guns with no casualties. The operation targeted the Morlancourt area and nearby positions, capturing equipment and disrupting enemy forces.
War aims and mobilization drive for 1919 ends soon
President Wilson arrives in New York to speak at a Red Cross event. A Washington dispatch reports the U S must endure further sacrifices to thwart German aggression and that a mighty stroke is planned before 1919 ends. The War Department seeks a 60 percent extension of 1919 shipping plans as contracts for needed American supplies advance. Sinn Fein arrests point to a wide Ireland movement.
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New York
Wilwoo
Wil
Red Cross
Wahington
United Press
Wia
United States
Germany
War Department
Shiping Board
Mnerican
Authorities Prompt Action In Irish Plot Arrests Reported
London May A Duby proclamation calls on local people to stamp out a German plot linked to Ireland. Dr Thomas Ditton and several named Irish officials are listed among those arrested in multiple cities including Belfast and Dublin with further arrests expected.
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London
Ireland
Bert Deorate
Logal
le Valera
Fast Clare
Countess Markiver
Vorgrace
Kirene
Arthur Greil
Daniel, Figziz
Thomas Ditton
Peter Wyghes
Dundal
Duthie
Melfast
Kilkenmy
Drogen Tac
Mre J. McIfuinness
Lon
Monaghan
Feiners raid near Maruenny sparks arrests and fear
Reported raid involved nine cars at a residence in Maruenny causing arrests early morning. Government notes severe measures and ongoing operations. Police describe minimal progress and widespread fear among residents.
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Maruenny
Aris
Lr Dan
Tve Minker
Proclamation Calls Loyal Irish to Crush Treason Plot
Marsha' Frenchi of Ireant declares in a proclamation that certain societies in Ireland have treasonable contact with the Germans. The duty of loyal subjects is to aid the government in crushing this conspiracy and to secure the war effort and safety of the Empire. Farther steps will encourage voluntary enlistments to match imperial contributions without compulsion.
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Marsha’ Frenchi
Ireant
Yar Knowlerge
Certan Sociert
Ireland
Ipeland
Ronomy
Germany
Trishmen
Marine Terrace Row Over Obscene Language and Drunkenness
Richard Patrick Cody, found drunk on Marine Terrace, faced fines for drunkenness and obscene language. Thomas Wilson and Vincent Rahajey, returning soldiers, were charged with hindering officers and assault after a disturbance as Cody was removed. Court noted wartime service but upheld fines for all, with medical costs assigned.
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Thomas Wilson
Bertrais
Vincent Rahajey
Andertson
Acn. Aitorfer
Ylealel Guty
Thoms
Anderson
Cody
Fee
Thomas
Bollen
Ancerwin
Flatway
Wiwn
Nome
Hopital
Flanders
Geraldon
War as the Ticwa Boyt and fleet rate order
An unclear wartime notice notes a fleet rate order and free cab fare for Hotel-Imbsncdang patrons. It references Mihitoy's company in a fragmented, period-tinged snippet with limited readable details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ticwa Boyt
Enarges
Mihitoy's Co
Western Australian Soldier Urges Conscription Referendum
A Western Australian soldier writes to his sister from the front urging that conscription be a government-mandated policy. He critiques the war's demands, predicts postwar political unions, and condemns those who avoid fighting. He praises patriotic efforts at home while stressing the need for every man to endure and contribute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austral x
Australia
Tench
Continuance urged to teach German in British schools
Berlin correspondent for the Daily Mail cites warnings against wiping German language from curricula. He argues learning German enhances intellectual, political, and economic profit, noting a German publisher saying language is a key to a country. He urges continued German studies despite future conflict and cites German markets and language policy.
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FW. Wise
Berlin
Daily Mail
London
Iris
Eternty Bat
Herman
Wile
Germany
Far East
A Story of Carmany
A German bureaucrat in Hanover faces absurd objections over five cock fowls in a Dreder case. Officials deny him eggs claiming cocks do not lay eggs. He argues the logic fails, but the petition ends unresolved and he leaves empty handed.
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Hanover
Bochum Mineralis
Dreder
Woods Great Peppermint Care for Coughs and Colds
Cited as a remedy from Woods, priced one shilling sixpence. Offers peppermint preparation claimed to ease coughs and colds with advertised familiar comfort.
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Woods
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