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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1916
Page
3
Allied forces smash fortified German positions near Morval and Lesboeufs while storming Guedecort. Heavy counterattacks repelled as Britain drives 2000 to 4000 prisoners in the last 45 hours and nears Bapaume three miles from the Somme front.
London reports a coup move by M. Venizelos with about forty supporters traveling by motor car to Athens. The streets buzz with speculation as authorities assess the crisis. details remain uncertain amid dramatic political maneuvering.
In Melbourne the House of Representatives heard T. Tywasiirac and Wiggs detail a financial statement. The government proposed raising the income tax exemption to £100, with the entertainments tax set at half a pound and the war time profits tax estimated to raise two million pounds for the year.
Press dispatch notes advancing positions at Thiepval and Loos as British forces push forward. Reports indicate steady gains and continued pressure on German lines amid ongoing shelling and combat operations.
A French communique reports success in capturing and fortifying a wood east of Ver monde Villiers and consolidating the recently conquered post. The note underscores continued French gains and readiness in the sector, dated September 37.
Central News reports 1500 German dead after Combined assaults as German defenders abandoned fortified cellars. British bombardment caused panic, preventing a renewed German resistance and forcing retreat amid heavy casualties.
A fragment reports a German assault repulsed by French forces on a twilight eastern front. The brief note mentions defenses at Bouchavosses and a counter action near Paris with uncertain place names and dates due to damaged OCR text.
A German newspaper reports the submarine Bremen has arrived in America. Athens dispatches say Venizelos does not intend immediate interference with the status quo in Athens. The movement aims to form an army to hand over Macedonia to the Allies.
Petrogred reports General Brusiloff is confident after four months, claiming 800,000 enemy troops put out of action. He vows a bold move when the moment arrives, predicting an early breakthrough and a final victory that will be decisive.
Yesterday’s dispatches report a Somme thrust breaking German resistance with significant Allied gains. German losses were heavy as the enemy fought to hold positions.
Private Fred Mellows writes from France dated July 1st to his mother in Bluir Point. He laments delays in enlistment, praises comrades in peril, and notes Australia’s name on the scroll of fame as they fight for life.
A wartime column urges steady tobacco and cigarette supplies for troops, noting the army consumes large daily amounts and warning shortages hinder morale. The piece appeals to readers to support the front by ensuring pipes and cigarettes reach the men and women under fire.
An early 20th century appeal describes donations to a fund in exchange for tobacco shipping. Donors pay into the fund and receive Australian cigarettes and matches. proceeds fund tobacco items for troops. The text notes English Overum Club ties and wartime hospital efforts.
The Geraidien Municipal Council met at the Countcil Clambers with full attendance. Discussions covered a tar products project, building plans on Elesone Street, and objections about smells. an Eight Hours Demonstration at the Recreation Ground received tentative approval with a pledge to support the Public Funds.
Debating a request to exempt a project officials noted prior refusals and refused the exemption. After arguments about ground balance and precedent the motion was approved by a majority with three members abstaining and minutes noting the votes.
Reports from Northampton mention Private Sam Dickie from the Western Front, seriously wounded in Gallipoli and France, discharges, and promotions. Updates include Corporal LJ Stone in the Nerfote War Hospital, and army telegrams about Henry Blake and Michael Reed. mentions ex-Mayor G Smith, private Everett, and other local names with illness, wounds, and returns.
A fragmented item notes the Fremantle Mile event at Helmcat on Saturday with a list of entrants like Ayrton Manicats and Miss Alison among others. The report also includes a quote from Mr Harcourt on Britain’s high cost of living and freight rates, mentioning Irish complaints and shipping concerns.
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