War era notes show Japan urged to press German surrender
A latest dispatch from London reports that Japan demands Germany withdraw all warships from China and Chinese waters or face destruction. Berlin must concede the total cession of occupied territory by August 23 or risk further action. The piece also covers Allied naval clashes and French victories over Austria with brief strategic conjectures.
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London
Tapan
Germany
China
Tayanese
Japan
Kison Cham
Anglo-Sapanese al Kaner
Australian Volunteer Forces Form for Service at Home Front
The long list details numerous volunteers from Northam and surrounding towns including Cyril Northam, Aubrey Chivers, Oscar Meckchnie, and Harald Emmott among others, showing ages from early 20s to mid 40s. It notes selection for fitness tests, deployment readiness, and a gathering at Bellevue with a follow up in the coming days. The text hints at a possible destination in India or the Near East, but confirms little about exact plans or dates.
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Rma Northam Tnbairer
Holle
Cyril
Northam
Draper
Luskatey Bristow
Hyvert John
Laborer
Sonra
Grace
Mors Carter Stamey
Chatlow
Aubrey
Nuettina Wal Secur
Chivers
Oscar Mekechnie
Meckes View
Hubert
Norvham
Rays
Weiner
Gonre Stosal Field Artillery
Hongidmon
Recert
Coventry
Emmott
Harald
Bettorherviiy
Roya Wit Artillery Uews
Nortaant
Willouabby
Dolar
Northusu
Wan
Butehor
Gomes
Noelia
A. Lacuwr
Kemp
Ny Service
Bein Wen Patrick
York
Lely
Frei
Soetham
Wat
Sort Surly
Sachar
Talanire Rezimont Hichards
Edward Jahy
Suvie
Richarda
Samu
Cundlerdin
W.j. Clerk
Sinhte
Eatsind Bertil
Sort Tain
Station Hall
Navid
Highlanders
Tharah
Maher Hetl
Merchant
Ah Yeites
Aquota
Hellevue Chimp
Njornin
Gold
Bellevue
Servians Hold Ground After Fierce Friday Battle
August saw severe fighting between Austrians and Servians. The Servians were driven from Laznica on the east bank of the River Dinа but returned to attack that night. After bayonet rushes they captured four guns and advanced further on Saturday as both sides suffered heavy losses.
Britain's Demand on Turkish Battleships Reported
London reports that Britain has demanded Turkish crews be placed aboard Breskin and Gotten under British instructors, with instructions to crew both ships. The Parisien journal Echo carries the claim as of August 16.
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London
the Parisien Journal
Echo
Brita
Turkey
Imminent Battle Preparedness Declared in Paris
Paris reports an official statement announcing that a large battle is believed imminent. Citizens are urged to prepare for news and potential developments as tensions rise in the region.
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Paris
French Assault Opens From Laneville Against Saarbruck
The French forces began offensive operations from Laneville on Friday against German positions at Saarbruck near the frontier. The advance continued Saturday with progress noted and one German unit captured as a likely major battle looms nearby.
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Paris
Lanevile
Saarbruck
Luneville
France
Nove
German Crown Prince Reported Wounded in Liege Attack
Cables from Brussels say the German Crown Prince was wounded and General Von Blen aish killed during the Liege assault. Copenhagen reports heavy Bavarian losses while authorities in Berlin supply Sir Edward Grey with names of Britishers detained as mobilizable for war.
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London
Brussels
von Blenaish
Liege
Copenhagen
Ah Reding i
Edward Grey
Germany
German Invasion of France Strategy Analysis by Belloc
A West Australian piece by Hilaire Belloc sketches Germanys probable invasion plan for France. The article originally written a year earlier outlines the anticipated sequence of operations and strategic considerations amid growing wartime tension.
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Hilaire Belloc
Germany
France
Absent Voting Rules Clarified for Election Absentees
Amended regulation outlines when electors may vote as absent voters. It requires a declaration that confirms not being within their subdivision’s polling place or, if away from home, justification to vote as an absent voter at another subdivision. The aim is to curb abuse and avoid undue polling place congestion while preserving access for travelers and those far from their home polling place.
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Great Britain
France
Belle
Hubert Foster
University of Sydney
Melbourne
Foster
Germany
Guy
Wenry
Russia
Trail
Hhusselt
Fresh nominations in Labor section ballot for Avon and Northam
The article reports fresh Labor nominations for the forthcoming Avon and Northam elections. It notes candidates W I J Phillips, Membery, Gatherer, and Kenneally among others, with counts and substitutions affecting outcomes. A meeting at the Railway Institute on Thursday August 20 at 8 pm invites all Labor supporters to plan canvassing for Senate and House seats.
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Canilillates
Lachor
Avon
Toudyay
Northus
W. I
Lillips
Membery
A. Gatherer
Mr Membery
Pistlips
Gatherer
Northam
Kenneally
Chris, Hansen
Southern Brook
Toodyay
Hie CG Mitchel
Cavatry Party
Sintikely
Gowanf
Railway Institute
Senate
House of
Labor Movement
Nor Thai Rice Meeting Stakes Attracts Strong Fields
The program for the Nor thai Rice Meeting includes the Tred Stakes for horses yet to win, the Flying Stakes of six furlongs, the Galloway Handicap at five furlongs, and the main Show Handicap over one mile with a £70 purse. Additional races feature cadet entries and overseas selections, with entries due by September 12 and weights declared by September 16.
Volunteer enlistment notice for Balindnay office
Military office seeks volunteers for service. Eligible men can enlist by appointment at the office. Further details provided upon contact.
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Northam
Balindnay
Nveq
Death of Mr Douglas in Perth
Mr Nei Douglas chief traffic manager of the Western Australian Government Runways dies after a lengthy illness in Perth on August 17.
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Perth
Nei Douglas
York Jockey Club October Meeting Events
The York Jockey Club releases its October meeting programme with the October Handicap a 50 sovs race over a long distance. The Flying Handicap offers 20 sovs over six furlongs and the Farewedl Welter eight and a half furlongs with similar stakes. Additional events include the Eastern Districts Handicap 12 sovs for horses that have never won a stake, the Trial Stakes 13 sovs for non-winning horses, and the Senate Handicap 15 sovs for horses with no prior stake wins. Nominations due with secretary W Brownlie, York or JRB Hayes Perth by September 15. Acceptances close September 15, weights declared around September 14.
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York Jockey Club
Senate
W. Brownlie
York
J. RB. Hayes
Perth
Prine
Metro- Polity
Southern Brook Show Alters Program After Subsidy Cut
At a meeting at Souvbers Brook on Thursday night alterations were made to the forthcoghing match and tractor demonstration due to government subsidy withholding. Prizes for the dise ploughs class were reduced to save about £12, while other show features remain unchanged. Water supply plans are postponed amid poor finances and an effort will be made to urge the Water Supply Department to proceed with the water undertaking.
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Souvbers Brook
Water Supply Department
Preserving Hides and Skins Guide for Market
This excerpt outlines a practical old time method for preparing hides and skins for sale. It covers cleaning drying salting and stacking techniques to keep pelts sound and attractive for buyers. It stresses careful handling during processing and packaging before market.
Federal Election Paper Changes In South Australia
In the South Australian Federal elections a pecular position is created after the death of Mr Mc Gregor. Ballot papers distributed in his name may remain valid and his name must be erased from the hall paper. The notice mentions the need to adjust advertising and copy deadlines for advertisers.
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McGregor
Maine
Iegislator
Halle
Tabor
Perth racing card entries and weights from 1914 season
Nominations close September 15 for multiple Perth turf events including Flying Handicap Six Furlongs and 4-PCTORER Handicap. Prizes range from 20 sovs to 50 sovs with weights and penalties defined. Officials list secretary W. Brownie and starter S. J. Chipper, dates in September.
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Turner’s Corner
W. Potter and Co
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