Referendum votes show No majority in soldiers ballots
The report reviews December referendum returns showing No wins among soldiers with 16,803 majority against reinforcements. It notes state by state totals, overseas votes, and a broader tally of yes versus no across Victoria New South Wales Queensland South Australia Western Australia Tasmania and Federal Territories with ongoing scrutiny of results and related political actions.
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New South Wales
Queensland
South Australia
Victoria
Western Australia
Tasmania
Nambers
Australia
Tor
Commonwealth of Thursday
South Wales
WysSae
Western Australis
Minoriph
Ube
V . Quedleliod
Auerratia
Torah
Ted
Defence Department slashes coral enlistments by state
A slavenital was issued on Friday by the Defence Department slowing the coral enlistments in the various States and their percentage to the population aid of adult males over 18 years of age. The following are the détails.
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Defence Department
Apbeiter Zeitung
Freuiz
Caldier
Waldisheh
Fiew
Waldkireh
Jools
Simi Irene
Sunich
Fannheim i
Wxas
Che Lurzo- Huieter
Anchoris Ues
Bertin
Klingrembach
Ava III
Gerdanen
Gergiven
Tours
Wie
Lyn
Berlin
Munich
Ligue Beono Kanheult
Cane i
Sheerindastor
Lewie
Tig Assessors
Norah Gerkin
Prussia
Bavaria
Need for Reinforcements Rally Urges Immediate Action
An urgent appeal from Captain J C Dyer and the State Recruiting Committee calls on Parliament members, mayors, shire presidents, and all recruiting officials to exhaust every resource to obtain reinforcements for Australia. The document stresses duty to support Gallipoli veterans, mobilize volunteers, and exclude ineligible persons, while outlining plans to organize meetings and electing districts to send recruits in March 1918.
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J.C. Dyer
Australia
Mmm
Moderland
Tigran
Modysland
oFire Committee
Comn- Wilke
Illis
Gallipoli
Evan
Ince
Germany
Dotaly
Strength and safety note in garbled medical listing
Garbled OCR text mentions safety and strength, names James Haredtics and Sydney, references to medical products, a Guardian book shoe, and assorted picture cards.
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Hervy
Mqan
James Haredtics
Eglentid
Guardian
Proposals on Agricultural Production and Exports
A memorandum from Mr Hagelthorn MLC ex Minister for Agriculture discusses raising and disposing of Australian primary products amid transport limits. He argues to shift wheat and fruit toward hay and livestock, propose a Royal Commission to study actions, and suggest informing New South Wales and Vietnam of planned measures.
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Hagelthorn
Ian
Magelthort
United States
Great Britain
Gur Wiest
Great Briary
America
Victoria
John
Tale
Sinh
Saarh
Wales
Vietnam
Mysterious Tinned Food Sparks Fire in Hampstead District
A resident reports a mystifying can of food linked to German sabotage fears. Police seized the tin after a traveler identified the label as potentially explosive marketing, with authorities in Copenhagen and Scotland Yard reviewing the contents. The case centers on a dubious canned ration said to be used in neutral- country plots and includes alarm over labels matching a Copenhagen message.
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Alb
Scandingvia
Canning Rade
Ant Hey
Scotland Yard
Copenhagen
New Doctor's Discovery Promises Quick Home Safety
Teaser notes a dramatic new home safety discovery attributed to Dr Syele, claiming rapid protection for homes. The fragment references libel, a father and babe, and a comical theme with mentions of price and availability of books and a local bookstore.
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Syeledon
Shackleton's Appeal to Men for the A.L.F. in Australia
Excerpts from Sir Ernest Shackleton's speech urge Australian men to see action as saving a man's soul and upholding honor. He stresses duty beyond patriotism, courage beyond wealth, and the need to follow the path of gallant sacrifice rooted in memory of Gallipoli and those who died for the cause.
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Surey
Ernest Shickleton
Australi
Marcy
Australia
Gallipoli
Ring of Honor Honours War Hero Walter Peeler
A Melbourne era report notes 280 officers and men awarded for distinguished war services at a Wednesday ceremony. Corporal Walter Peeler VC of the Australian Force is cited for saving comrades under fire amid shellfire near Barkers Creek Castlemaine Victoria. He enlisted in Victoria, served in North Invasion Hospital England, and is married with three children.
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Monkiawhan Palice
L-Gpl
Walter Peeler
Vilee Cross
Cpl
Peeler
Lev Uni
Naik
Sud
Ate Coud Tor
Mes Enos Paeten
Richmond
Woods Great Peppermint Cure for Coughs and Colds
An old advertisement touts Woods Great Peppermint Cure as a universal remedy for coughs colds and feverish colds. It claims relief for backache kidney trouble and general malaise while urging readers to try the product sold by O J Keen Malmsbury.
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Chansherlaiy
Sven
Eutl
Kyndort
O. J. Keen
Malmsbury
Amended Pay and Pensions for Australian Imperial Forces
A historical notice covers amended rates of pay for Australian Imperial Forces and pensions. It listsPrivate to Sergeant Maj or ranks with daily pay, separation allowances, and extra pay for drivers, officers, and pensions for widows and children. Also notes gratuities for dependents and total incapacity, with mentions of relief and guardianship guidance.
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Lilian
Roberte
Mason
Germany in Wartime Headlines and Homefront Turmoil
A fragmented report from German and allied outlets paints a vivid picture of wartime hardship and bureaucratic confusion. Reports describe food shortages, rationing mishaps, and public frustration as civilians confront prices, scarce goods, and officials juggling orders amid a harsh home front.
War Chronic Ches Complaints Woods Great Peppermint Cure
A historical item notes issues titled War Chronic Ches and complaints involving Woods and a peppermint cure, dated January 6.
Morris Imperial Eye Ointment Ad Promotes Quick Eye Relief
An Australian advert promises Morriss Imperial Eye Ointment cures for eye ailments and related digestive claims. It touts trusted testimonials from Miss Ada Rosaley and various professionals, asserting immediate relief from symptoms like blight, inflammation, and eye pain.
Notice of business sale and authority dispute
An imprint warns that a business for sale has no authorizing statement and claims no officer valid to issue it. The notice alleges the business has moved to High Street and remains active in delivering presh fish daily with prompt service. Signed A. C. Thomas, furnisher.
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Manichin
Auvken
Buschers
A. C. Thomas
Fibmoncer
Fragmented Rail and Shop Notices Hover in OCR Mix
A garbled OCR fragment lists repairs and items such as clocks, parasols, jewelry, and machines. It mentions repairs and restorations with unclear names and places, yielding a vague catalog of services and goods without coherent context.
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D. J. Revi
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Morriss
Eve
Armstrong Bros
Hemiste
Langspord DT & Jeweller
Gippsland & Northern CO. Operative Selling & Insurange CO. Ltd
Flinders Lane, Mel
Somina Gaphal
Baidug
Newmarket
McKenzie
Locet Ageny
Willis Bros
Dhe
Barmers
Et and Pallard
Pigwr Street
Ryneton
Murray
Lakery
Srizsurs
Orkors
Somord
Naneger
Lowell
Palmer
Stevens
Rennick Solicitors
Barry Aros
Lat
Ashby
Ee Pet Baldwi
Hearne
A. Stredwick
Central Pharmary
Ollison Street
Bescham
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