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Newspaper
Meekatharra Miner
Location
Meekatharra, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1916
Page
3
Fragmentary report argues Allies must clearly declare their war aims to keep neutral support. It cites a Herald claim that the Allies will not ignore German diplomacy and critiques Bernstorff for talking too freely, risking prosecution of a wider plan.
A Russian communique from Roumania claims success south of the giver crates in Moldavia with trenches captured and counter attacks repulsed at heavy losses. It says Romanian forces carried an offensive on the road between Mizzil and Buzen but were forced to withdraw. the Romanian army now holds positions near Buzen Sarainga.
Amsterdam reports Cologne Gazette warns Germany on a severe food crisis as potato harvest drops to one third of last year and Bavaria withholds barley. Berlin Tageblatt notes faster talks with Food Distribution Authorities about compulsory feeding for the masses.
A collage of vignettes recalls World War I events and humor. The German cruiser Emden defeat, interned Germans at Donnington Hall bound for Switzerland, and sea voyage anecdotes mix with a Perth-Pilbara Goldfields note about a shark attack and a deadly diving accident.
Racing details note acceptances for events at Belmont Park on Saturday. An accident report states Mrs Dudley Campbell was thrown from her sulky Thursday morning, breaking her ankle and being taken to hospital. Mr Barton promotes a 2 Ximas Fair at Cash Supply Stores next week with a wide Xmas goods range and drapery priced to compete with city merchants.
The Observer notes a religious anecdote about Cardinal Gasquet and playful train talk with two boys, then shifts to humorous vignettes of daily life. It includes a tribute to Len.-Cpl. Roy Stanley Moore of Western Australia, killed in action on August 4, detailing his service from Gallipoli to France and his family background.
ENBERS addressed to the Chairman Government Tender Board Perth will be received up till 2 45 p.m. on Thursday 21st December 1916 for supply and delivery of 220 cords firewood to the Nallan Pumping Station. Tender forms and specifications obtainable on application from the officer in charge Water Supply Dept Day Dawn or from the undersigned. No tender necessarily accepted. James Thompson Chairman Tender Board.
The Stamp Act Amendment Act 1916 takes effect Monday December 11 1916. Receipts for sums from £1 to under £50 must bear a duty stamp unless exempt. Handbooks covering Stamp Acts 1882 to 1916 are on sale for 2s. EDGAR T. OWEN Commissioner Perth. ALES FETE Girls Friendly Society hosts a fete on Thursday December 1 in the Royal Hall Half proceeds to the church. Mrs. Roberts opens at 4:30. Look for Tree and Santa.
Notice that Francis Samuel Maexert of Meanie applies for a Mineral lease under the Mining Act 1904 for ground called Sons Gwali Extended, 18 acres, identical to Mineral Lease No 11F, dated Peak Hill November 29 1916. Objections to the application must be lodged at the Warden's office on or before December 21. Arthur E. Dias Mining Registrar Weak Hill Goldfield.
Francis Sinur Haggett of igarrie applies for a Mineral Lease under The Mining Act 1994 for ground named Sons Giralia Consolidated, 19 acres, mineral lease No. 1 Top Dated Peak November 1970. Objections must be lodged at the Warden's office by December 29, 1916, per Arthur K. Dewar Mining Registrar Peak Hill Goldfield.
A bay filly, branded iF BR, is offered for return to Ray Grentell of Meekatharra. The notice claims cost is very low compared with prevailing fees at the Provincial feature in Geraldton, from Gabanintha, with a request for prompt contact.
The report lists monthly collections and dues with figures including 5498 for a Mount acknowledged entry and 44 158 10 as a total. President and initials appear, detailing field and station entries for the Red Cross Society.
The Meekatharra Miner will not publish on the goth-inst and the War Nowa daily issue is discontinued until holidays. Office closed December 25, 2016 to January 1, 1917. War news of special importance posted on the office window until resume. D. J. Colgan, Publisher.
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