Baden-Powell's War Book Review Highlights Scout Tactics
The article discusses Baden-Powell's Mafeking defense book emphasizing reconnaissance, deduction, and fieldcraft. It cites examples from war patrols showing how a single scout’s observations can reveal enemy positions, track movement, and potential ambush points. It also notes the value of Sherlock Holmes like method in military scouting and the broader impact of such tactics on British battlefield success.
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Mafeking
Baden- Powell
Sherlock Holien
Énke
Polden
Bwade Powell
Coure
Sherlock
Caden-Powell
Matabeleland
Tom
Fariher
Armen
Bumersble
Sadowa
Scoul
Perth Cup Entries and Stakes Noted in Brief
A fragmented note lists horses in the Perth Cup with owners and stakes. Cerbineer piloted by J. Tly from Perth is tied to £819 16 and Eon in ridden by W. Badge from Coolgenie with £120. Other entries Islandute, McBooby, and Cool pene show smaller sums.
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Cerbineer
J. Tly
Perth
Eon
W. Badge
Coolgenie
Islanute
McBooby
Cool Pene
The Cattle Doing Desperado Case
A telegeam from Sydney reports an officer in charge sent to the minis Bridge. An offender formerly jailed in Queensland escaped police near the South Australian boundary. He fought police, injuring a tracker and eluding capture.
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Lyosey
Tan
Imon
Sydney
Minis Bridge
Kimberley
Queensland
South
Anstralie
Polive
Railway Collision In Germany Shocks Rail Community
A devastating German railway accident reportedly occurred at Birkwater station when the Frankfurt mail express plowed into a goods train. A loaded wagon carried spirit which ignited causing a fire that spread to adjacent vans. Several mail officials were injured while trying to flee to safety.
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Germany
Frankfort
Bircchwater
Amas
Twenty-One Sailors Drowned Off Cape Bini of Spain
A damaged naval report states twenty one sailors drowned when the Borghey foundered near Cape Hiditarre. Only nine crew members survived, with terse consignments noting the catastrophe and the perilous seas.
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Borghey
Cape Hiditarre
Cape Bini
Spain
Teres
Russian Troops Reinforced at Avkabad and Rail Route
Reported good authority says Stusian troops in the garrison town of Avkabad and other military positions have been reinforced. Additional reinforcements are claimed in the capital of Vrana Caspian Territory with rail movements toward the Perwien Loniduey.
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Lamnow
Danumry O
Abid
Avkabad
Vrana Caspian
Russia and Britain aim to avoid direct confrontation
The report quotes declarations that Russia has no intention to clash with Britain and that Keisan troop movements lack hostile motives. The statement suggests both sides seek to ease tensions and prevent a broader conflict.
Public Buildings Inspected By South British and Commercial Office
Officials surveyed public buildings to ensure safety and standards. The report highlights coordination between South Britain and Commercial Office to inspect facilities, noting totals and compliance metrics for the examined structures.
Queensland Tragedy and Trial Details Unclear
Fragmentary report describes a tragedy near a frontier locale with references to an island incident and a pending indictment against a suspect named Plinget. A subsequent search uncovers a shirt wrapped in a towel behind a mirror, and rooms described with hair colors and possible mention of ritual cruelty. The piece hints at upcoming evidence in a high profile case.
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Uruananse
Januarry
Marc
Fefa
Lis
Caledonian Sports Highlights and Prize Awards
At the Grand Hotel Thurday the Caledonian Sports awards were presented. Multiple competitors, including Hect Patitors, H. Bromley, A. McDonough, Fr. Kennedy, Ferguson, Wy Rayfield, H.R. Dawes, B. Murray, J. Melninh, T. Cooper, W. Crombie, B. Holfe, McDonough, CK. Mullaney, P. Birickland, A. Drummond, Ma. Heeley, I. Unvin, Mowlighan, Rete Smith, and Langhan received gold medals, prizes, and other payments. A dispute over the Novice Bicycle prize may shift payment to W. B. Bynon if Langhan is disqualified upon forthcoming proof.
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Thurmday
H. Bromley
A. McDonough
Fr. Kennedy
Ferguson
Wy Rayfield
H.R. Dawes
B. Murray
J. Melninh
T. Cooper
W. Crombie
Holfe
W. Rayfield
McDonough
CK. Mullaney
O P. Birickland
A. Drummond
Ma. Heeley
Unvin
Ot. Bell
Mowlighan
Rete Smith
Fire destroys most of Merton Dale store and stock
Fragmentary report notes a large conflagration in Mertondale that demolished the Bill Bri’ Atore and its contents. Sparks from a lakehouse allegedly aided the blaze while creditors seized stock and the town lost its only tailor and remaining shops. Landlords distrained as sale notices promised explanations.
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Maxcoun
Dun
Mertondale
Flemos
Hill Brox
Businews
Calamity Amid City Rally and Controversy Ends in Tragedy
A chaotic scene at the Coolgerdie gathering led to a fatal incident after tensions rose around a controversial movement. Key figures and locations are named, including Mr Rommers and the Me Behnadhorst area, with historical references to political factions and violence tied to a Chinese virile event. The report notes fatalities among attendees and ongoing investigations into the cause and participants.
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Rommers
Uwe
Tretersoll
Hocem
Plant
Wieder the
Sinnary
Rosieiy Ak Pingwin
Bhantung
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