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Newspaper
Meekatharra Miner
Location
Meekatharra, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1916
Page
3
Mexican government declares war on the United States amid rising tensions. United States recalls expeditions chasing bandits and calls out militia while German influence is suspected behind Mexican attitude. British and Australian forces assist in the Petrograd fronts with heavy fighting reported.
Paris reports Russian troops under General Linsingen won a notable victory west of Kalki, with reinforcements arriving to stop the German counterattack in the Tochin district as wartime fronts shift.
London military circles note Roatans in Czernowitz formation for Kirlibaba Pass route. German Verdun casualties put at 413,000 men by end of last month. Ber Us reports all males aged 17 ordered to report to authorities.
A wartime communique reports three German assaults today on Hill 321 along the Meuse right bank, all were driven back. The Bulletin de Army says over 100 German batteries shelled Hill 304 and nearby, creating thick smoke and cratered trenches as Allied aviators noted dense atmosphere at 1500 feet. Despite twelve German attacks in one week, the hill remained in Allied hands.
The War Office lists acts of gallantry for Australians on Kipe's Birthday. Private J Cosson of Western Australia rescued a wounded man 20 yards from an enemy trench after volunteering for daylight service. Sergeant M O'Brien of Western Australia displayed zeal and notable work in engineering duties.
In Athens M Skouloudis resigns as premier amid a political crisis and M Zaimis is summoned to form a new Cabinet.
Sir Abe Baily quoted Lord Kitchener in Krugersdarb saying Germany is in a far worse position than many think. He compared the German army to a staggered prizefighter and warned that if the army gains its aims the Allies will deliver the knockout blow.
A wartime communique reports Gruzlatin changed hands several times after a raid that captured two troops, followed by German bombardment forcing evacuation. German attacks at Ikskulli bridgehead and Jacobstadt sector were repulsed, while Smorgon south battles saw the enemy penetrate trenches briefly before being driven back by counterattacks.
Reports say Hindernburg’s offensive south of Smorgan failed after a heavy bombardment repulsed a trench attack captured a week earlier near Morthomme. In Mecca the Grand Shereef and tribes declare independence after sieges capturing Jeddah Mecca and Taif.
Secretary W D Spiers notes a Hospital Ball set for about six weeks with particulars to follow. Classifieds also offer a useful girl position for Mrs Caddy and a four-room house near the mines with a good shed for M Mason in Barlot Street.
War precautions notice advertises sale of clean waste paper at 2d per lb and two cycle motor details. Also calls for applications for Workmen's Inspector positions covering Cue Day Dawn to Meekatharra, closing noon July 1 1916, addressed to the Inspector of Mines at the Warden's Office Cue.
The Federal Ministry aims to gather data under the Bejfence Act to decide on universal call up for military training. Mr Pearce stated the Cabinet plans to include all eligible males aged 18 to 45.
Notice that after June 30th the Mine Workers Relief Fund will not entertain relief applications from noncontributing workers or dependents. Russians cross the Sereth. Haig reports quiet. Tailoring shop in Meekatharra offers handmade suits with free fittings and ready-made options, plus ladies costumes and children's remedies publicized.
A collection of old home remedies shows steps for brewing yeast with hops and malt, plus a detailed process to produce six loaves of bread using potatoes, baking yeast, and salt. The text includes a humorous aside about a dealer boasting of an alligator skin.
The event notes show previously acknowledged amounts totaling £329 9s 7d and dance proceeds of £13 10s making £342 19s 7d in all. Mrs Wainwright won the cushion presented by Mrs E P Williams, ticket No 9.
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