French Gains and British Actions Spur Heavy Warfare
General Foch reports French gains west of St Quentin along the Holnon to Ailette and Aisne, with heavy fighting near Saucy and north of Laffyuxs. Haig notes continued fighting northwest of St Quentin, new posts near Neave Chapelle and Ploegteert, and repulsed German counter attacks. Aerial combat yields many losses, 45 enemy machines downed. 16 Allied aircraft missing. American troop embarkations in August reach 319,000 total with 180,000 carried by British ships.
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la Bassee
Neave Chapelle
Ploegteert
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London
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Europe
Wires Advance On Fifteenth Mile Front In Sept Battle
Report states Allied forces crossed a disputed frontline near Hoinow to Gomeancourt about fifteen miles from Bir, taking around 1500 prisoners. Australians participate with British raiders including Rosnay, Villeret, and Le Verguier as part of the fight at Seingfreid line.
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Gomeancourt
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British offensive advances near St Quentin in grim night fighting
British forces pushed toward St Quentin after breaking through German positions along a 1 mile east of Peronne route. Reports describe heavy bombardment and gas in Vermand and Holoon wood while German defenses at Epehy Roo Roy and Fresnoy resisted stoutly. Artillery was quiet elsewhere as Germans defended new trench lines and the Hindenburg line remains contested.
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London
United Press Association
Mindenburg
Pozieres
St Quentin
St . Quentin
Fresnoy
Epehy
Rooroy
Vermand
President Wilson Rejects Austro-Hungarian Peace Note
President Wilson's reply to the Austro-Hungarian peace note was delivered to press in New York on September 17. The brief, under one hundred word reply flatly rejects any discussion of peace terms. Officials, senators, and courtesans endorse Wilson's stance, and newspapers echo support for the president.
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Wilson
United States
Austria
Offica’s
Courtesanen
Wilcou
Rey
Control Of Alsace Lorraine Action By Fiance
Government moves to establish a threefold administrative organization for Alsace Lorraine as part of the broader control plan. The measure aims to structure civil governance and ensure orderly administration during the transition.
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Alsace Lorraine
Alsace-Lorraine
German Retreat on Moselle Villages Built in Report
A Washington report notes German forces began a retreat along the Moselle river, with villages reportedly abandoned or weakened defenses as Allied units advance. Officials describe movement as strategic withdrawal rather than collapse, detailing positions and potential impacts on the broader frontline.
German thrust near St. Quentin halted by allied defense
In daily war dispatches from New York dated September 18, reports indicate German forces renewed efforts near the Hindenburg Line, while Allied troops report good progress and continuing pressure. British forces are said to have launched an offensive to the north as fighting intensifies on the front.
German colonies and peace talks clouded by unity
A London dispatch reports a speech criticizing German demands for colonial returns and open peace talks. It notes that Allies remain united against Germany’s terms, rejecting Wilson’s framework while pursuing a clear, common goal despite calls for concessions.
Federal taxation proposals big in crease in income tax
Telegrams note a sharp rise in income tax and higher postage rates as part of proposed fiscal reforms. Bachelor tax collection is also in focus by ministers while weathered mentions of base metal industry aid appear amid broader policy shifts. Racing results from Canning Park include acceptances and various horse names with listed prices.
Starting Times For Races Noted With Planned Post Times
The starting times read as follows Hurdlew at 2 10 p m Second Plate at 2 40 p m Park Handicap at 3 15 p m Third Plate at 3 50 p m
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Hurdhew
Seventh War Loan two minute talks urge support
A wartime appeal urges Australians to buy War Bonds and support the Seventh War Loan. It praises Australian and Allied sacrifices, calls on readers to act with decency and freedom, and to join local War Loan committees to ensure funds. The message emphasizes unity, responsibility, and patriotism across society.
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Tian
Australia
Westralia
Yalgud Votes Social and Dance Report
A local Moor and lights social for children and adults held on the first Saturday of the month featured songs recitations dances and a ceremony. Reports mention tours by Meter Cary and a fundraising collection by Mrs Charman with changes in attendance including Mrs Lee and Mrs Mesé from Fremantle.
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Thowpwon
Charman
Lee
Fremantle
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