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Meekatharra Miner

Location

Meekatharra, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Dec 15, 1917

Page

3

Tuckabianna Field Prospect Notes and Geology Report

Tuckabianna lies four to five miles northeast of the Pinnacles Jasper Hill with similar geology to Webb's Patch and The Binnacles. Quartz haematite schists occur in greenstone bands with porphyrite dykes known as white footwall. High grade ore occurs in narrow shoots along an extended line, but surface detritus obscures much of the lodes. a thorough survey is urged to guide development and avoid costly shafts and crosscutting errors.

Jasper Hill Pinnacles Cue Webb Apecimens Tuckabiaana Sitensis Ecceynries Shere Wi Tuckabianna G.M.L Cameron and Ward Faherty

Fragmented wartime chant amid garbled text

A damaged OCR fragment references wartime themes and music but the readable lines are incoherent, mentioning gospel, a battle context, and death at sea. The text lacks clear names, places, dates, or concrete events to form a solid news item.

Chinese Troops to France Hinted by Morrison

Sydney reports Dr Morrison a China Government adviser says China will send troops to France. He notes 800000 potential volunteers, transport and finance must be arranged, and costs compare favorably with Chinese laborers already in France. The move would boost morale at home.

Sydney Morrison Hegaid China France

London Field Marshal Harp Reports Local Attack East of Bullecourt

In the morning a strong local attack struck a mile front east of Bullecourt and briefly breached the trench before bombardment forced its collapse. Other enemy efforts were repelled with heavy losses and several prisoners taken. Artillery activity extended south toward Lens and near Armentieres and Mesines. Prince Rupprecht aimed to pierce General Byng near Bullecourt, but the assault stalled before Bavarians seized more than five hundred yards of British trenches. Heavy German bombardment indicated broad artillery concentration.

London Harp Bullecoert Trench Lens Armentieres and Mesines United Press Association Prince Rupprecht General Byng Bullecourt Cambrai Rman

Cambrai Re-adjustment Boosts Allied Position

A high military authority notes that the Cambrai re-adjustment is complete and the line now favors the Allies. The whole Hindenburg defense lies within our gains, indicating substantial labor by the enemy has been neutralized. The Russian outlook appears brighter, and Germany's peace posture strengthens the Pro-Arayav faction among the Bolsheviks.

Germany

Geddes predicts war end from 1918 into 1919

Sir Eric Geddes, in a letter to a friend, states his view that the war will not end before the end of 1918 and will extend well into 1919 before concluding.

Sydney Eric Geddes

Enemy Preparations in Berlin Awaits Austrian Aid

Rotterdam reports Count Czernin arrived in Berlin with the head of the Foreign Office Press Department. He is expected to launch a campaign to prepare Austria for Germanys demand of aid on the western front. The Russian defection freed many Austrian troops and increased Austrian war weariness, while German papers stress Austria returning help to defend Alsace Lorraine and secure German hold on Belgium.

Rotterdam Czernin Berlin Foreign Office Germany Austria Alsace-Lorraine Belgium

Enemy Digging In On Western Front

London reports from Mr Philip Gibbs that patrol encounters have occurred at Cambrai while German forces dig in opposite the new British line. The German 27 divisions mass near Cambrai are engaged, with heavy aerial bombing of depots and works. British air and artillery activity retaliates against enemy targets.

New York Paris Camibrai Rheims Argonne Nvaux London Philip Gibbs Cambrai Front Hindenburg Line Cambrai

German Armistice Terms Reported by Petrograd Telegraph

Dr Williams, Petrograd correspondent for the London Daily Chronicle, relays German armistice terms: Russian evacuation of Petrograd until peace, disarming the Baltic fleet, and cession of Ukraine including northern Black Sea shores to Austria. A Roumania official message states they have signed an armistice with the enemy.

Dr. Williams Petrograd London Daily Chronicle Ukraine Austra Black Sea

Enemy in conference with Hindenburg outlined terms for Russia

Amsterdam reports a conference where Von Hindenburg and Ludendorff, with Hertling, discussed terms to impose on Russia and a plan to defeat Britain France and Italy before American help is effective. A rush of men and matériel westward is noted, with Hindenburg saying peace in Paris will let them press terms on France and Britain.

Amsterdam von Hindenburg Ludendorff Hertling Russia America Paris France Britain

Jerusalem Captured by Australian Troops

General Allenby reports that Australian troops have captured Jerusalem, signaling a major territorial breakthrough in the Middle East campaign. The proclamation marks a pivotal moment with global ramifications as Allied forces advance.

London Allenby Jerusalem

Armistice Reported With Russo Romanian Armies

An official German message says an armistice has been signed with the Russo Romanian armies between the Dniester and the mouth of the Danube. The statement emphasizes a ceasefire region and ongoing negotiations.

Dneister the Danube

Foreign forces move through Manchuria and Far East ports

A government messenger reports Chinese troops have entered Harbin in Manchuria while Japanese forces have moved into Vladivostok, signaling heightened military activity in the region. The terse dispatch highlights escalating tensions between China and Japan with both sides active in key northern areas.

Petrograd Harbin Manchuria Ladivostock

New Shipping Tonnage Near Submarine Losses, Controller Says

The Controller of Shipping announced yesterday that the new tonnage completed in November was within a reasonable distance of signalling the submarine losses.

General Kaledin’s Manifesto and Don Territory Moves

Petrograd reports General Kaledin via the Ukraine Journal warns Bolsheviks face armed force to restore order. He vows to fight by every means in his power. Also noted are Generals Alexeiff and Kornilov arriving at Novo Cherkassk in Don Territory.

Asquith in Birmingham Speech on War Aims and Peace

Mr. Asquith spoke in Birmingham about Lord Lansdowne’s letter arguing that the Allies must show the world their war aims are rational and unselfish. He said the aims include a durable peace safeguarded by joint international league authority.

Asquith Ingham Lord Lansdowne International League

Germany's Peace Terms With Russia Revealed

Copenhagen dispatch reports that Bolsheviks have not repudiated Russia loans. German terms reportedly call for abolishing Russia German goods duty, retaining territories in Russian possession, and control of Russian wheat to supply Germany’s needs.

Copenhagen Petrograd Telegraph Bureau Russia Germany

Submarine Menace and British Advance in Egypt

The enemy sunk 21 British vessels last week. The British line has advanced along a pathway between Jerusalem and Jatla, creating a forward position in Egypt amid ongoing combat operations.

Jerusalem Jatla

Italian Front Impregnable Lines Reinforce Piave Battle

New York Times special war correspondent Wythe Williams reports from the Italian front that the Austro German offensive has failed. He notes strengthened Piave defenses and snowstorms likely blocking mountain operations by the Austrians and their allies.

New York Wythe Williams New York Times Piave

Perth Cup Betting Quicklook From Friday Market

The latest Perth Cup betting list shows Knights favorite near odds of 7-1 with Bardour 16-1 and Devil's March 16-1. Green Lord 4-1 and Quiara 14-1 also attract attention while Lucky Escape and Spetaandont show strong backing amid fluctuating support.

Ali Knight Bardour Lucky Escape Ventrim Green Lord Quiara Post Laddie Florabel

Halifax Disaster Death Toll and Aftermath

Ottawa reports updated Halifax disaster figures with about 1900 known dead, 2000 identified bodies missing, 6900 injured, 25000 homeless, and property damage near five million pounds.

Ottawa Halifan

Silver Dollar Basis Promoted by Neutral Nations

Washington report notes that due to gold scarcity the United States and other neutral nations weigh a proposal for bimetallism. The plan would base currency value on the silver dollar, aligning with bullion markets to stabilize trade and finance amid gold shortages.

Washington Ork Times America Thane

Derby Scratches Alter Local Horse Lineup

W A Derby lists betting odds and runner changes for the WA Derby with several horses scratched. Evens face Macadam Tito Green Lord is 5-1, Ventrim 6-1, Post Laddie 1r, Astrico 1, Mijdislah 7-11, Haw 12-1, Springmount Bernie and Purvone withdrawn.

Evens Macadam Tito Green Lord Ventrim Post Laddie Astrico Mijdislah Haw Springmount Bernie Purvone

Training Notes on Gallop and Hurdles at eass Track

Morning workouts on the eass track yesterday with hurdles removed and good going. Green Lord and Springmount slow in early stages of a long gallop, last seven furlongs in 1 minute 34.84 seconds. Trish Knight 2:16.34 round, last nine furlongs 2:1. Lucky Escape two rounds 1:8, last five furlongs 7:55. Tan Or’s pace inside even time. Macadam with Skye for nine furlongs, last seven 1:38. Trish Comedy first 1 9 furlongs very fast, then 2:19 round. Bardern not aiming for time, nine furlongs 2:9. Loch Iris close behind Wearily after six furlongs in 1:0.8. Hand five furlongs 1:7, but traveled farther. Ritz and Negro mile and a half, Amagor closing last six furlongs. Ritz finished strong, full distance 2:49. Headwind six furlongs 2:18. Florabel mile and a half, last two furlongs in 27. Devils' March slightly injured Tuesday morning, skimming exercise. Bay Kum also swimming exercise.

Eass Green Lord Springmount Trish Knight Lucky Escape Macadam Lye Skye Idone Trish Comedy Bardenr Loch Iris Hand Ritz Negro Amagor Headwind Florabel Bay Kum

Western Australia Damper Division Notice

Official notice from the Division of Dampier in the State of Western Australia detailing administrative actions or regulatory matters within the jurisdiction. The fragment references a government division issue without additional context or specific outcomes.

State OF Western Australia Dampier

Referendum 1917 Polling Places Dampier Division

War Precautions referendum set for December 26 1917 asks voters if they support the Commonwealth Government plan to reinforce the Australian Imperial Force Overseas. Polling opens 8 am and closes 8 pm at listed Meekatharra Bornakurra Gabauintha Sally Holden's Find Mileura Nannine Pea Hi Quinns Ruby Well and other Division polling stations. Returning Officer Albert Charles Twine notes a polling district list published in the West Australian.

Murchison Meekatharra Court House Bornakurra Juett Gabauintha Dawes Sally Mines Water Supply Holden's Find Lee's Fikery Mileura Lognestead Oorarie Homestead Mr. Egerton Nannine Pea Hi Quinns Spencer's Ruby Well Geraldton Albert Charles Twine Dampier

Wanted Imatry and Fresh Always on tond Harvey

Fragmentary notice seeks an individual at Gregory Street Aldton with vague description. Readers are asked to apply and report any information to the local police. The garbled text mentions a person named Harvey and a request for fresh attire, but specifics are unclear.

Imatry & Fresh Tond Harvey, Neu Rajlauy Stat Meekuitads

Lost Bank Passbook Found Near Queen City Hills

A passbook belonging to a Commonwealth Sat Bank holder was found near Queen Hills. Finder should return it to Wainwright and Metzke's Office, near Queen the Hills GM.

Graz Wainwright A Metzke Queen the Hills

Popular Lady Competition Votes Cast for Trench Comforts Fund

Proceeds go to the Trench Comforts Fund with candidates Mrs Roberts Mrs Ryan Miss Birch Miss E Powell Miss Margereson voting on polling day at the goaly office, with results tallied at the Wednesday polling booth and Saturday night counts.

Dex Trench Comforts Fund Roberts Ryan Miss Birch E. Powell Margereson Polting Booth J. F. Goal

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