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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1915
Page
6
A war communiqué from Pass notes three violent but futile German counterattacks on the slope east of the Plateau of Lorettes. British forces progressed at Neuville and repulsed four German efforts to retake Kebuterne. Two lines of trenches were captured from Kebuterne toward Serre, and 150 prisoners taken.
Paris reports a drill detonation blew up enemy trenches and a mine clearing path for thirty yards. A communique claims we captured Keuville and advanced 1200 metres eastward after fending off German attacks including two Vattions.
Sir John French says since June 4 the British front has seen limited artillery activity. British forces shot down two German aircraft, with heavy gunfire and a duel between British and German planes in the air.
An enormous German troop movement is reported toward the Yser line. Amsterdam notes a vast transport signaling intensified war effort. The Dutch border is sealed with barbed electric wires and Belgians are ordered to evacuate rivers and coastal areas as tensions rise.
In the Caucasus Turkish forces attempted an offensive along the front near Lake Van but were driven back. Soviet and allied reports describe heavy fighting in the coastal plain and a rout that forced the Turks to pull into the mountains as Petrograd reports gains and occupation of a village on the lake’s shore.
The Athena correspondent of the Daily Chronicle says Allied forces pressed the Dardanelles offensive, with Australians and New Zealanders advancing near Sannar and Sanair fought. Saturday’s actions saw the southern columns push through, bayonets drawn, many Turks captured, and a three mile advance noted. Turkish morale reportedly shaken on June 8 as Allied troops held three peaks.
In Callipedi harbour at Bucharest on a Wednesday nine British craft returned to base after an attack. Three killed and twelve soldiers wounded as transport and military targets were severely damaged.
A garbled wartime dispatch declares divine dispensation to defeat Germany. The misspelled item from Turwlay mentions a new patent and aims to sever the war effort, with a note about entrance in two months.
Berne dispatch notes a rumor that General Hindenburg is in Tyrol as European conflict tempers rise. Report mentions a boast from a local figure claiming victory over the Hueen rabbe and shifting focus to Italian fronts.
London reports three Norwegian vessels sunk by German forces. The Norwegian steamer Gutterlandy laden with limber for Hartlepool was torpedoed and the crew saved. Trulvent carrying arcana was sunk after gunfire. a patrol boat rescued its crew. Belgian steamer Monapier torpedoed near Worth Foreland, eight crew landed at Margate, one hospitalized, and six lost including captain, wife and daughter, mate, pilot, and twelve men. Superh, a Norwegian barque with grain, torpedoed west of Fastoer Rock. crew landed at Cubira Haven. WARNER notes celebrate Warneford’s destroyer action sinking a zeppelin. Victoria Cross awarded for gallant act. Further reports describe destruction of the German lismar at Evere and related details.
A speech by Lord Hoadly in Wind sor denounces mercy toward the Germana as aiding evil. He argues against any empathy for the enemy, equating it with supporting treachery and the telegraphic threats of the times. The orator emphasizes duty to oppose evil without compromise.
An OCRed wartime notice urges urgent reinforcements for Australian units at Gallipoli. It outlines minimum three months training before embarkation, monthly recruitment targets by state, pay scales, and allowances for married members and dependents. It stresses voluntary enlistment for service and study opportunities for advancement.
The Masser has returned to Nerlin and addressed troops in Gallela. He warned that the large Gerians must either conquer or tie and will soon reach the Thitiie frontier to deliver a speech that could declare war on Italy.
The Turkish cruiser Moedlidieh, mined and sunk off the Russian coast in early April, has been re floated and dry docked for repairs. This follow up confirms the vessel’s status and continuing maintenance after the incident.
Melbourne reports the Defence Minister rejected a grant claim for the Broadmeadows camp site. A departmental committee recommends spending 6000 pounds to amend the camp to improve habitation, noting that removing obstacles at Broadmeadows to Bermour would cost around 450 pounds. Work to begin promptly.
The Minister of Defence told Senator Neetham that thirty deaths occurred at a military camp in Australia. The breakdown cites nine accidents and twenty one incidents. Early camp counts appear as Arishane two, Liverpool twenty, Hronimeadows eleven, Adelaide six, Perth two, and Hotert mil. The minister announced the required totals for volunteers and food provisions. Military appointments include Colonel Oliver Laish retired, Lieutenant Colonel Tomella W. Menente, and Major Dh Thoween.
The Melbourne cattle market on Wednesday saw 2540 cattle traded including 1626 pullocks and 914 cows with significant consignments from New South Wales, North Federal and Northern districts, Western district, and other regions. Demand remained steady with prices largely unchanged, prime heavy weights improving slightly, and best pullocks quoted near £24/16 with other classes adjusted accordingly. The market retained a positive tone despite some midday auction softness, and overall trading activity remained robust with continued strong demand for prime stock.
Italian forces press the Tolmino front east of the Fruta frontier with heavy shelling on Austrian trenches. Cavalry attacks across the flooded river reveal Italian bravery. Italian artillery outguns Austrian forces as destroyers damage the Doinig railway to hinder Austrian reinforcements to Tritete.
The official report states an enemy aircraft dropped bombs on Venice causing damage to several houses and injuring a woman and a girl. One person was killed in a nearbyland bombing incident.
Naval reports say a third bombardment of Monfalcone in the Gulf of Trieste silenced batteries near the castle at Duino or destroyed fortifications. The castle caught fire while destroyers and dirigibles targeted military positions.
London hearing reveals War Office arranged with Birmingham firms and one already received an order. Sir Richard Vooper pressed on factory plans as Vickers work centers were approved. Forsl er stated three hundred firms invited to tender, fifty engaged as contractors nationwide.
London reports note the Minister of Munitions Bill passed its third reading in the House of Commons with Sir John Bimon claiming no hidden intent. Asquith defended the bill as necessary for ammunition supply. The salary pooling issue for ministers caused controversy before questions were dropped.Meanwhile Clyde shipyards and Glen cow munitions circles push to boost war output amid not involved cotton mills and threatened lockouts.
London dispatch reports the Miners Federation agreeing to a region wide war bonus settlement. The note mentions figures around 438,000 and 275,009, with details unclear due to damaged OCR. The item outlines a government payment plan affecting miners' earnings.
Delighted users praise Hean's Essence for coughs and colds with claims of quick relief. Letters from Mrs. J A Jones of Weston and Mr B Smith of Brisbane endorse its effectiveness for children and whooping cough. Sold by chemists and stores, post free from G W Irwin in Sydney.
The Canberra report notes that the American note to Germany has been dispatched. The Finechange Telegraph correspondent in Washington states that the United States has sent its note to Germany. This marks a diplomatic move amid wartime tensions.
Mr W J Bryan secretary of state has resigned. reportedly disagreed with the president's German policy. Bryan opposed measures likely to complicate affairs, favored peace, and deprecated actions against German infractions of international law. Press approval hoped for a stronger, more vigorous stance.
President Woodrow Wilson accepts Secretary of State Bryan’s resignation. Longing succeeds Bryan, who leaves Cabinet reluctantly to avoid obstructing Wilson’s policy. Note on open questions with Germany remains, with Lansine to sign. bet on safeguarding ships and avoiding unrestricted submarine warfare.
London reports ongoing cabinet anxiety over Mr Campbell as party leaders debate concessions. Liberals say Asquith offered Campbell a position while Sir Edward Carson warns of resignations if the appointment is canceled. Unionists threaten to abandon coalition as Nationalists gain support with Labour and Hadiala ready to back the Nationalists in Parliament.
A Dane named Atdon Jappo, aboard a U.S. ship, landed at Plymouth on a charge of attempting to obtain naval information. Police say he built an apparatus to tap telegraph wires and send telephonic messages.
London Tuesday Irish Parliamentary Party in the House of Commons passed a resolution condemning conscription, a move seen as designed to fracture the party of the people.
Weather notices from Melbourne report rainfall totals for January to May totaling 9.54 inches, with a June full moon on the 27th. Regions like Gippsland and the north are noted for different conditions. a forecast for Thursday calls for cool, northerly winds and scattered showers, while price revisions for flour are mentioned as under consideration.
Fragmentary wartime poem in which a voice asks a mother to wake him early if she is awake. The speaker reflects on enlistment, distant battles, Maytime imagery, and the wish to be remembered. Recurrent lines urge the mother to call him early, promising to hear and return in memory in the War Year.
Melbourne wool sales resumed today with Menora Dalgety and Co reporting a very active market for good and superior free wools. Prices rose about ten percent versus the last sale, with bulky combings up to five percent higher. Short stapled burr descriptions showed little improvement and drab conditions persisted.
Australian Imperial Forces seeks recruits for active service overseas. Aces for enrolment must be between 18 and 45. minors require parental consent. Apply at Victoria Barracks Melbourne or to the Mayor or President of the Shire in the country district. Colonel C. Hawker, Adjutant General, 3rd Military District.
Pollard Bran and Molasses printed and published at the Omics of the Hamilton Spectator Gray street Hamilton Victoria by Ile bert Eiward Hippos of Baollies.
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