Australians praise and Kerensky agitation in updated Ypres front
London reports Field Marshal Haig says British forces repelled enemy storm troops northeast of Langemarck and captured 26 prisoners. Additional progress includes advancing positions, repulsed eastward attacks near Villaret, and 3243 prisoners taken on the Ypres front since September 20. Planes dropped bombs on billets and rail stations. four enemy aeroplanes downed, five driven down, two Allied craft missing.
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London
Muratal Haig
Langemarck Uji
Villaret
Yprea
Menin
Wervicq
Australians' Brilliant Victory in Flanders Front
Despatches from New York describe the Australians as delivering a brilliant victory in Flanders. The correspondent notes heavy German losses and showcases the Australians penetrating formidable defences amid smoke and chaos. Evidence from the field depicts many German bodies and surrendering troops as the Australian advance continues.
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New York
Flanders
Germany
Unrest in Petrograd Over Kerensky Government
Petrograd papers accuse M. Kerensky of conspiring with General Kornilov to crush the Proletariat. They demand explanation and warn the government’s fate is precarious, threatening the Prime Minister’s position.
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London
Petrograd
M. Kerensky
Kornioll
Teranle
Germany Near Fresh Peace Offer Rumor Reported
The Times correspondent at The Hague notes rumors in Holland of a new German peace proposal. It cites hints from German Foreign Minister H. Kablioany in a private talk with the Papal Nuncio in Munich.
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London
New York “Times
The
Hague
Holland
Germany
H. Kablioany
Munich
Latest Wives Imperiled With War Time Truite
Australians delight in a tribute to rawfish casualties amid war talk. The report from London dated September 2 notes exchanges with Australian poets and a social reaction to battle lines. An artillery officer surveys No Man’s Land as German shellfire hits, prompting panic among the defenders.
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Loaidon
F. Gilmour
No Man's Land
Ggw
abBvy
Australians Lead Dawn Attack Through Precise Gunners Barrage
Report describes trained Australian gunners coordinating with English and Vaal units, leaving a single gap and delivering rapid shelling at dawn. Observers say the front lines showed surprise and reduced German pressure, as soldiers praised the Australians for defined roles and error-free execution.
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Gilmour
Vaal
Prisoners in May fighting exceed three thousand
London reports that prisoners taken in the May fighting surpass 3000. Allied airmen achieved heavy bombardment firing 28 000 machine gun rounds from altitudes between 100 and 1000 feet onto infantry in trenches and shell holes and at approaching reinforcements.
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London
Anzacs Push To Take Passchendaele Height Last German Stronghold
The Times reports Australian forces have begun the assault to seize Passchendaele Height, the last German-held peak. Military leaders express strong confidence the Anzacs will break German resistance and capture the strategic point.
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London
Paschendaele
Chinese Seal division prepared for France
In Pekin on September 23 the Chinese Government announced preparations to send a Seal division of equipment and ships for France. The move signals ongoing military support and logistics readiness for international commitments.
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France
Pekin
Bar
The
Ultimatum to Germany sparks Buenos Aires street cheer
Buenos Aires reports the government issued an ultimatum to Germany demanding explanation of the Luxembourg incident with threats of war. Crowds cheered in the streets while German businesses faced barricades and damage.
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London
Buenos Ayres
Germany
Luxberg
General Elections Sept 29 Polls Close At Seven
Reported in Rome on Sept 23 the Malian Marine Commission says it has solved the issue of making merchant ships unsinkable. It expects the Italian mercantile fleet to be safe from submarine destruction within six months.
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London
Amsterdam
de Kuehloann
Germany
Houxburg
Dr Kuehlmann
Pituilar
de Kuehlmann
Rome
Malian Marine Commission
Elliott Opposes Caucus and Prefers Voter Choice
A letter letter writer discusses Mr Elliott’s surprise at facing Mr Fallowfield in the election, argues against caucus control and party cliques dictating votes, and defends a candidate’s duty to assist electors without personal gain while seeking parliamentary honors for the state’s good.
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Fallowfield
Ing
Elliott
Elfes
Snd Country
Labour Party
Indivia
Mr Elliott Defends Wool Council Over Wool Bale Claims
A letter to the Echo from Mr Elliott disputes Mr Eliot’s remark in a Geraldton speech alleging councillors produced no wool. He asserts ownership of hundreds of sheep and claims to have produced several bales, arguing the council is at least not guilty of the alleged restraint.
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Eliot
Geraldton
Theater plans and fashion woes in a tense exchange
A muddled dialogue reveals a quarrel about going to a theatre or a moving picture show as a solution to a dress dilemma. The wife pressures, the husband resists, and a terse remark about a long separation looms amid casual shop talk and odd interruptions.
Naval duel reported near Oleg Intani offshore
A Baltic Sea engagement occurred to the west of Oleg Intani involving the Scale and a hostile force. Details are scarce but reports indicate a naval fight with ships exchanging fire and possible damage on both sides. Further confirmations are awaited from naval authorities.
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Oleg Intani
Botwers
Alleged Disloyalty Protests at Geraldton War Precautions
An executive protest in Geraldton concerns wartime restrictions under the War Precautions Act. A local attorney argues loyalty questions tied to officials and actions at a protest meeting. The magistrate declined cognizance, while the state and federal executives debate sentencing and enforcement amid ongoing wartime security measures.
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Adbpatoy
Brom Tie
Chen
Cuneo
Hosta Borgiaes Cine
Geraldton
Muito
Geraldion
Lim
Zayaitt Gey
Seale
Geraldton Fufle Club Match Reports A Mixed Season
The Geraldton Fufle Club report covers a recent Salveday competition with erratic weather, noting many breakdowns from tagual sauces and heavy betting on a few key rounds. Prize winners include Mr Vaters, Tao Beagha Smyib, and the club champ, plus a rifle range event with scores from Wilson and Blatchford.
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Magpie
Ewy Payeng
Vaters
Cluh Champyn
Tao Beagha
Morign
Mert
Mms
Lina
Rome
Reds
Jooye
Wilson
Blatchford
Bengal
G. Mewiie
Mt Bowe
Ht Peters
Trigg
D Maper
G. Smyth
Bags
D Smyth
Wenewe
A Woodwant
J. Sturman
T McGuar
Maulastine Medal War by Mr WoW Try 28 Points
In a spirited event the Maulastine Medal contest saw Mr WoW Try lead with 28 points while cornea-G Lester posted 23 and H Piers 24. Smyth A and D Mager contributed 18 and 17 points respectively, with R Jewall 11 and T McGauran 13. Other scores included G R Bywe 10 and A Woodward 8.
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Mr Wow
G Lester
H Piers
C Smyth
D Mager
J Sustman
Des
R Jewall
T McGauran
G R Bywe
A E Bicuaswe
A Woodward
September Shoot Scores and Player Totals
In a brief sports roundup, Suyth led with 6 points, Rowe 7, Maver 7, Sturman 5, Mellows 3, Bhenoewe 3, and Woodeard with 1. The September Shoot event details a 29-point tally by Trigg and Smyth, with Sabel OW noted in the lineup.
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Suyth
Rowe
Maver
Sturman
Mellows
Bhenoewe
Woodeard
Ty Palmer
Sabel OW
Even Shota
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MR Elliott
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Seytember Competition
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Victoria Motor Works
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GALE
Crossley Engine
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Geo. Baston
Genoies
Grover
Teaton
Toberaico Dresecs
A. T. Davies
Busy Bee
Geraldton Motor Garage
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Barnet Glass
E. W. Ive
Corbyn
Nave
Overland
Buige Carg
BUIGK
Wedailite
Howard
Eoging
Dalgety & Company, Limited
WOOL
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Magnar
the Supreme Court
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Motioe
AL iiGnr
Srikon Patdocks
Pat
Saunders Electric
Saunders
Frank Green and CO
Gibson
Besse Puget
Cee
Eagan
Concertano
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Mt Rk
Oman
Queen's Hall
W. McLaren
Williams & Co
Bowden
Increase
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Goodrich
Perth
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Williams & CQ
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Benzine
Tyresford
Paris
Ford Dealers
Barnlett
Omd
Connie Umbrilla
Got Stick
Aml
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Toe Boulman
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Ecobomi
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Chesper
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