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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1914
Page
3
The dispatch notes attacks near the North Sea with hundreds of survivors. German submarines were sunk. details describe ships Hogue Aboukir and the Pagasis engaged near Zanzibar, with multiple casualties and a German Humanity League manifesto urging action against the Kaiser.
London dispatch says German troops landed at Memel in Prussia and invaded Russia reaching Jurburg before being checked. Other units moved from Masurian Lakes into Poland capturing Suwalki and Mirampol but halted Friday. Rome reports Russian success in Galicia with fortifications falling and Pryzmel siege underway.
Perth on September 24 headlines Colonel Kyndon announcing that the expeditionary force will parade in full strength through the city before leaving Western Australia. The parade is fixed for Saturday afternoon.
The Press Association reports nearly 400 survivors landed at Harwich after the sunken cruisers disaster. The Aboukir loss was 848 men, with 48 accounted for as saved. The Lowestoft carried most survivors to Harwich, and survivors claim two German submarines were involved.
Reports from Tinutiles in Holland describe quick rescue operations after a catastrophe in the North Sea. Survivors were taken ashore in neutral territory, many without clothing, with crews from Chatham aiding in the effort and the Flora playing a key role. Twenty one wounded stayed for treatment in Amsterdam. Survivors bound for other locations tomorrow.
London dispatch reports Mr Winston Churchill appealing for renewed manpower as Britain faces naval losses. German submarines have sunk three British armoured cruisers Vicomry Aboukir and Hogur of twelve thousand tons in the North Sea.
Rome reports the Italian government will remain neutral amid rising tensions. The War Minister resignations are creating a decisive political stir as great demonstrations unfold across the nation. Paris notes thousands guard the Kaiser at Luxembourg.
Reports indicate heavy fighting with the Allies making gains and holding better positions in the Rheims and Argonne areas. The brief note highlights improved lines and ongoing operations as of September 22.
As spring arrives, Lancaster retailers unveil new apparel lines emphasizing refined taste. The season brings brighter palettes and tailored fits designed to refresh wardrobes and elevate daily looks.
A fragmentary display lists white voile one piece costumes with round white shoes and arrow collars. It mentions embroidered voile robes with colored signa details on skirts and blouses and notes several sizes and styles in a period fashion context.
An advertisement lists ready-to-wear hats including Java/ satin straw models with colored bands and floral crowns. Prices shown range from 9 shillings 6d to 13 shillings 6d. Styles feature brown, blue, cream bands and tartan touches for ladies.
Messrs McDowall and Hodson have been chosen in Coolgardie Labor selection ballots. Yilgarn statistics and candidates are noted in the district report.
Our Own Correspondent reports a September 11 event in isoeha Kews featuring school plays, athletic events, a wheat bag raffle for the school library, and a charity sale of wheat proceeds. A concert followed by dancing concluded the celebration amid rain fears and crop worries. The Geraldton Traders and Farmers groups plan a meeting to press for government relief and a loan to aid farmers. Meat prices were discussed. butchers pledge a price reduction by October 1 pending war-season impacts.
A cryptic fragment advertises a National Epic described as thrilling to Britishers worldwide. It praises patriotism and the Queen’s role, urging readers to visit Mr. Chapman’s Vestibule at the New Theatre for an early plan to avoid disappointment.
Fragmentary public notices authorize J Cunningham to manage elections and meetings. References to September and October dates, locations including Northampton and nearby Bungaree, with contact names and addresses for notices and applications.
Cricket Association holds meeting at Victoria Hotel on Friday evening. Entries for a forthcoming event begin and attendees urged to register.
In the Toodyay district court a bailiff sale is listed under file 131/08 Es 1th HM G LAMONT v CHARLES ER WOOD. The notice outlines court action for property or assets to be sold by auction to satisfy a judgment or debt.
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