Irish and New Zealand forces storm fortress ridge
Report describes Irish and New Zealand troops advancing on a ridge held by German forces. German positions endured heavy bombardment and counter fire as British air power supported the assault. Prisoners recount fierce fighting and large losses on both sides as the defense collapsed and allied troops advanced toward the Lys canal area.
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Losvon
Julie
Lee
Say
Philip
Mtr
Gibbs
Goriatis
Bern
Essy
Fa Ustrien
de Ormie
Y Gintings
Langels Dawhe
Sih Meadquarters
Fridas
Blinga'slork
Prissners
Sony
British Victory Report From Messines Offensive Confusion
A fragmented British despatch describes heavy fighting around Messines with German reinforcements halted and Allied advances along the West were reported. The text notes mine explosions, large trench actions, and a tactical advance against German positions near Ypres as offensive efforts continued.
British forces claim success after midday assault in France
The report states heavy fighting in fortified positions as British troops pushed down ridges west of the centre, captured the village of Festaverne, and held most of the trench system by nightfall. German losses are described as heavy, with Bavarians heavily hit. British losses deemed light. Prisoners taken near Havrincourt and west of La Corps.
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Ville
Qustaverne
Herbert Plower
Flying Corps
Fanks
Havrincourt
Cantreai
New Line of Defense Secures Key Sector in Ypres Area
Field reports indicate renewed lines south of Ypres held firm as German assaults near Wytsehgete and east of Messives were repulsed with heavy losses. British artillery and air support aided counterattacks, with captured prisoners and materiel noted as the day’s results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Douglas
Ypres
Wytsehgete
Messives
Wifaliry
Artillry
British Forces Repel Major German Counterattack Near Ypres
Reiterated report from Sir Douglas Haig describes a major enemy assault along a front from Ypres to near the Crimest Canal. Allied artillery and machine gun fire repelled the attack, with ground held for the night and achievements including prisoners captured, machine guns seized, and raids into German positions south of the Souviez River.
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DL Mair
Ypres
Crimmes Canal
Elie
Renee
Wleitdilleheke
Une
British Guns at Messines Help Turn Tide in Arras Area
Reuters reports precision British artillery at Messines shocked German defenders and caused heavy losses. British gunners, aided by miners, secured multiple objectives with few casualties while German forces suffered severe losses and airmen disrupted a German staff car. The capture of Messines altered the Arras sector's situation cited by observers.
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Reuters
Vietory
Messinee
Messines
Arras
O&emast
von Armen
Save Batile
Baurtin
Pithe and Garrians Clash Amid Heavy Artillery Fire
Reports describe massed Garrians launching a general counter attack and the opposing force repelling it with strong artillery support. Messages indicate moving forces to new positions before dawn and emphasize the lesson that artillery can withstand heavy weight.
ELPHINSTONE racing dogs shine at Victoria show
Mr R T Oliver's Chan son Domes ay, a wire haired fox terrier, won the open class at the Victoria Fox and Terrier championship in Melbourne, earning the club's trophy and a challenge prize. Bonga Boy trails as a rising contender with dawn of next year. Community notes report meetings, lamb market, lam b prices, and local civic updates amid a bustling town page.
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R. T. Oliver
Victoria
Melbourne
Bonga Boy
Edphinstone
Pam
Inks Stens
Siale
Brinve
Lambine
Fiereabauts
Lambkins Sanholing
Lane
Xear
al Hough
Ram Nowy
Iloek
Geyer
Conmpinee Kell
T. Ie
Censorship and scandal shake a Texas magazine tale
The piece describes a Texas water official and editor debating a magazine story titled An Amerie Seller in Austin. Mr Mead opposes publication, and the censor is portrayed as a cold, “baill-headed, coll-eyed” figure who intervenes, driving the writer to withdraw the manuscript amid threats and coercion.
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Blyrood Mund
Hi. Mckunait
Austin
Mead
Wren
Fia
Sheltons New Discovery for Coughs and Flu
Safeguard the children with Dr Shellon’s New Discovery claimed to cure coughs influenza pneumonia and bronchitis. The advertises a remedy priced 1/0 and 3/ obtain everywhere with promises of relief and safety for mothers and kids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shellon
Br Shelon
Brice
Lost Earring Found Between Slechanics and Bodkin Streets
A lost earring was found between Slechanics and Bodkin streets. Taare This office may assist in identifying the owner and returning the item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los
Slechanics
Bodkin Street
Tenders for farm builders items and copper bricks
To farmers builders and others tender notices close June 19 for aronat al hat aus dings Barry's Codie Fasten fixtures hardwood 16 gallon County Copper bricks and related materials.
For Sale Cabbage Plants Seedlings and Flowers
For sale cabbage plants seedlings pot plants and vegetable seeds stocked at ATREY Epping Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ATREY
Epping Street
Victorian Producers Co Operative appoints manager in Kyneton
The Victorian Producers Co Operative Ltd announces Mr Wally Dougall as manager for the business across Kyneton and surrounding districts. He will visit local farmers and businesses while maintaining strong, careful attention to all entrusted work. MW. E Dougall remains available as manager with James Hogan serving as local representative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wally Dougall
Kyneton
MW. E Dougall
James Hogan
Gippsland and Northern Co operative selling and insurance
Local notice details the Gippsland and Northern Co operative selling and insurance Co Ltd listing address at Melbourne and capital figures. It notes reduced fat stock sales commission to 1 percent and outlines company progress for year ending 30/4/16 with figures for turnover and profits. It promotes consigning produce to the company and mentions regular sales at Kyneton and a forthcoming sale at Fair Yards featuring fat and store sheep and cattle with various breeds listed for purchasers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kyneton
W. H. Fysh & CO
Miss Cameron Teaches Millinery and Dressmaking Classes
Mrs Cameron from Melbourne will hold weekly classes at the Temperance Hall Kyenton every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Patterns, hat shapes, and dressmaking services offered. First visit on June 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Cameron
Thy School of Millinery
Thy College of Dressmaking
Melbourne
Temperance Hale
Kyneton
Reward for conviction in destruction of barrels at the site
A reward is offered for the conviction of any person destroying barrels bearing the brand, or JOHN BARRY, BARRY BRU, or J. M. BARRY, on the site. The reward will be paid to the one who provides information leading to the arrest and recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Barry
Barry Bru
J. M. Barryall
Tishall
Local Market Promises Fresh Produce and Jam
A fragment from a market notice touts cauliflower cabbage and melons as well as jam. The text hints at competitive prices and a shop named Morris Freed. It reflects a bustling street market scene with varied fruit and vegetable offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Freed Shop
Wa hner and Ulilder Yaldiin Street Kyneton 1998 Building
Fragmentary note references a 1998 connection with building on Yaldiin Street in Kyneton. Names appear garbled. details on purpose and parties unclear.
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Wahner and
Ulilder
Yaldiin Street
Kyneton
York
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