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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 27, 1916
Page
3
War cables scarce as May 27 reports describe Lloyd George mediating Ireland trouble in London. French assault on Dourmont Fort described as desperate with heavy casualties and territorial gains by German forces under Crown Prince. Mesopotamian campaign notes British and Indian troops at Kut el Amara, with Petrograd confirming junctions near Kermanshah.
Wires report a German assault near the Moithomme region failing under Allied fire. British and French troops counterattacked near Thaumont farm using grenades, taking prisoners as they pressed northward beyond Haddremint Wood.
Amsterdam reports women of Pronkfert marching in a procession on Westnes carrying a mine flag raiding butcher slips. clashes with police left several injured as unrest spread over scarcity and shortages. Authorities warn of further strains as tensions rise between Prussia and other German states amid mute warnings and internal friction. An American Flying Squadron loses a Fokker during combat near Paris. thirty U S university men recently arrived in France participate in the action.
Paris reports describe a two day battle near Cumieres with 75 000 German troops and heavy French losses. Allied forces hold the Deaumont fort area as Bavarian units renew assaults while French artillery repels infantry attempts and recaptures trenches on the southern edge.
Small parties of British troops pushed forward at the Vimy Bridge and engaged in hand to hand combat. A heavy bombardment by both sides followed along the River Souchez as fighting intensified on the front.
A May communique from Homisinter described fatal bombardments in the Tagamim valley and other areas. Austrian attacks were repulsed as Italians strengthened positions along Arslero Day. Italian forces claimed a purposeful withdrawal from Lugana valley and destruction of withdrawable artillery.
Postcards of acknowledgment were sent to many Geraniian residents for tobacco gifts via the Ovarmeas Club. The Southern Cross Tobacco Fund established in Australia issued nine cards Friday to recipients of funds from the Guardians. Lighthorse members, then in Egypt, received the tobacco and cigarettes with appreciation amid hardship and desert conditions.
A damaged notice describes juvenile and boys clothing items, blankets, and wool garments with unclear lines about tweeds and other fabrics. It notes a country order department under management, urging customers to provide full details for satisfaction. The fragmentary text is hard to parse but signals a catalog or ad page.
A chaotic report details fund contributions including £11 and a starter £2 from Thomson. Guardian editor authorised to receive subscriptions. Describes tree felling contests with New Zealand, Australia and Canada teams, plus other wartime events, munition works strikes, and Allied messages from Montenegro to Britain.
The Rev T s and Mrs Whitehead were hosted in Greenough on Thursday evening before leaving for Victor Park to begin new duties. Mr Whitehead received a travel rug and dressing gown from Arthur Clinch, and Mrs Whitehead was given a ladies handbag by the Ladies Guild. The couple served six years in the parish and helped repair the church and rectory at St Catherine’s. The Ladies Guild contributed to church funds, and about 140 remained for Mushligg as thanks. The evening featured performances, refreshments, and a final dance.
Major Duke of Westminster's armoured battery chased Senusai from Sillum into a Turkish camp south of the Tobruk road. The leading car squadron charged at a moving enemy position, engaging one 10 pounder and two machine guns. After fierce fire, Turkish guns were captured, retreating forces scattered, camels and supply trains disrupted as panic spread among the defenders.
In a court session at Were district, details emerge of a mine prospector turned hotel keeper Mr Drew's debtor, a man who borrowed to sustain his Mt Magnet venture. He faced £600 personal and £180 debt claims, ran the hotel for a year, then failed to meet obligations, leaving 34 creditors and a tangled financial collapse. The official receiver notes his books were fairly well kept, offers an adjournment to June 7 for further inquiry, and highlights the precarious path from prospecting to insolvency.
From Northampton the May 24 Light Houry Day event faced heavy rain but proceeded with a reduced attendance as the ground remained too wet for many women and children. A dance and caravan procession kept spirits up while MC Nayder long and Mr Carlyle led the program with Mr RG and the secretary coordinating music and arrangements.
The Nor West cattle trade faced delays as the Acie vessel was quarantined by Federal authorities. A Thursday conference in Adelaide between Mr Scaddan and Acting Prime Minister Mr Pearce yielded an understanding to operate the ship at Fremantle for cattle shipments. About 600 head of bulls are anticipated to be brought to Fremantle this season via the Promer with Mr Stevens overseeing the Department of Agriculture operations.
The Bishop of Esatansis, currently Refering, plans to confer at Day Dawn tomorrow and attend Cue in the evening. He will be at Day Dawn in the morning and Cue in the evening, then depart during the week for Meekatharra. The Sunday Tunes fragment mentions Hay Street fashion and Mrs Krauth of Geraldiun among attendees.
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