Giant Austro German Forces Readied for France Invasion
The Times reports Austro German forces totaling about 1 275 000 are ready to advance into France with 783 000 rifles, 65 01 sabres, 4 416 guns, and 1 488 machine guns. Belgium and Northern France may face invasion while France and allies prepare to resist with British reinforcements possibly awaited before major engagements. Belgium reportedly wins a significant victory against a German force, boosting allied morale. The text notes Russian gains on the Gulf of Finland and strained fronts along the Russian border.
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Times
France
Western Australia
Belgium
Alles
Gallune the Belgum
Hel
Kaiser
Wnions
Paris
Siege of Liege War Toll Reported by Belgium
The Belgian war office states German casualties at Liege as 2,000 killed 2,000 wounded and 9,700 taken prisoner. The report emphasizes heavy German losses in the early siege.
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Liege
German People Deceived by False War Reports
The German public is lured by official but false reports claiming Legé has fallen and the army head is near Paris within a week. Rumors also claim Brussels is under attack and Antwerp bombed, reflecting misinformation in wartime coverage.
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Ollicha
Lege
Paris
Brussels
Flanwen
Antyert
German and Austrian forces for France invasion
Military dispatch from London cites Germany and Austria preparing about 200 army corps for an invasion of France. The force totals around 1.275 million troops with thousands of rifles, machine guns, and artillery. France and its allies are reportedly ready to muster greater numbers and firepower to oppose the Axis advance.
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London
Tittex
Germany
Austria
France
Maine A
Fierilles
Kaiser Shot Report From Aixle Chapel Confirmed
A dispatch from New York confirms that the German Haapernr was shot through the thigh at Aixle Chapele. Meanwhile reports from Toondon note fort defenses and active German movements. Dunno details on Austria and Montenegro but warning tones appear in London dispatches.
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London
New York
Haapernr
Aixle Chapele
Austro Expeditionary Force Likely to Relieve Troops Abroad
The Australian Expeditionary Force report from Perth on August 13 suggests the Austrian expeditionary force is likely to be dispatched to Egypt or India to relieve regular troops stationed there.
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Perth
Egypt
India
Day by Day Monday Cables on European Affairs
Dr Dillon and Mr Donohue relay vivid accounts of fighting near Liege. Belgian defenders shine amid German pressure. Reports claim Belgian courage, German misjudgments, and neutrality debates as Dutch and Belgian front lines shift.
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Daily Telegraph
Dillon
M. H. Donohue
Daily Chronicle
Liege
Begium
French drive to reclaim Alsace and war mood abroad
French troops press to reconquer Alsace amid claims of Alsatians joyful over invasion and German fears. Reports detail a volatile war scene across Europe with Italy and Finland showing strong demonstrations for France and England. Censorship debates emerge over unreliable telegrams and the impact on public morale as Japan pondered belligerence and Russia faces ongoing mobilization.
Bank notes German war moves and British enlistment trends
Since August 5 the Bank of Gaglaid has received specie totaling 9 million pounds. The general financial position is said to be improving and banks are waving dn soli. German forces compel French withdrawal and approach near Brussels, Belgians report a failed plan. No reliable data on British or French force movements. Britain’s second army under Lord Kitchener is recruiting about four thousand seven hundred men daily, aiming for 190,000 in total.
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Holland
Maestricht
Germany
Donohva
Jgiun
Ile Alwep
Kloughter
Automantic Machine Army
Lemin
von Moltke
Corman
Thege
Bejan
Murbehan
Liege
Brussels
Huy
Alsace
France
Alsatans
Elsass-Lothrin Tgen
Alsace ~ Lorraine
Muhansen
Finland
Russia
Montenegro
Austria
England
Italy
Lord Kitchener
Territorials
Canada
Lieve
Rhine
Basle
Belfort
Reuter
Pekiti
Japan
Thionville
Chron] Tele
Belfs
Kit~a
Fuglind
Prances
Tunis Unger
Bank of Gaglaid
Tyle
Francy-Belgium
Ugland
Typons
Kitchener
Sennite
Death of Senator McGregor Reported
News from an aide in Ailc confirms the death of Senator McGregor. The report provides confirmation of the senator's passing and notes the loss to the political community. Further details and tributes are expected from colleagues and officials.
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Senator McGregor
Prices of Commodities In Northam Market Rise
Four leading businessmen report wholesale price hikes across many staples. Meats, flour, sago, tapioca, milk, and butter show double digit increases, with retailers in Northam selling at old rates for some items while others jump under freight and wrapping costs.
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Tony
S.R
Sago
Northam
Freydt
Perth
Local Military Mates Enlistment for Australian Expeditionary Force
Forty two men applied for enrollment on Tuesday. The first day’s enrollment yielded 1751 volunteers for the Australian Expeditionary Force with 4174 trained or training at present. Western Australia may supply about 1000 on population grounds, though officials say the estimate is not official. WA’s total contribution would exceed 1300 and could triple or quadruple the stated quota. Over 180 nurses and 140 St John’s Ambulance volunteers aimed for front service. In all, about 400 men volunteered before enrollment began, and 90 more applications were logged at the Northam military office for enrollment in the Australian Triple Special Expeditionary Force.
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Melbourne
Western Australia
St. John's Ambulance Association
W.A
Northam
Australia at War Enrolment Surges as Expedition Nears
Australia gears for war with 20 000 volunteers sought from West Australia and a major enlistment surge. The Australian expeditionary force may depart around September 2, while nurses number over 120 and British Army reservists are recalled to England. The German steamer Room aborted to Batavia, and political moves show leaders rallying to the crisis.
War Patriotic Fund Appointed by Governor Barron
The Governor Sir Harry Barron announces a War Patriotic Fund to aid families of soldiers leaving for active service. A committee including the Colonial Secretary, Hon W C Angwin, Perth Mayor Bir Prowse, Mrs Dugilibel, Mr Tas Tongmore, and Mr A C Neville as secretary will oversee funds for dependants in need.
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Harry Barron
Ton W. C. Angwiy
Perth
Prowse
Dugilibe
Tas. Tongmore
Ae C Neville
Western Australia
Goomalling Society Holds Monthly Meeting in August
The ordinary monthly meeting of the Goomalling Society was held last evening in a room provided by Mr. Feuzey. Mr. R. M. Eaton presided. attendance was fair. The death of Bra M. J. Fitzgerald of Perth was reported. Three new members were elected and officers to be registered were instructed to be purchased. The secretary will correspond with a qualified doctor who may retire in the district. Rumor says Northam Lodge may start a branch here. The HLAC.B. Society supports the movement and the district is large, needing medical staff. Weather is poor and farmers fear for prospects.
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Feuzey
R. M. Eaton
Bra
M. J. Fitzgerald
Perth
Northam Lodge
Hlac.b
Dowerin Fancy Dress Hall Celebrates Kids Costumes
A July 30 event at the Agricultural Hall in Dowerin showcased children and adults in numerous costumes. Prizes honored Best Sunflower and Best character dressed as Bertie Richards and Charles Surface. Notable outfits included Welsh Lady Edie Williams, Golden Butterfly, Nurse J Williams, Cavalier Sam Gangel, and Lord Fauntleroy.
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B. Bancroft
Maisie Rites
N. Thompson
MM. Bancroft
N. Keegan
E. Place
Les Holmes
G. Keekan
West Australia
F. Lackman
T. Holmes
Lbrindie
M. Jensen
C. Jensen
J. Thompses
T. Anderson
F. Fox
B. Gregan
3. Grace
M. Griffiths
K. Biles
F. Gregan
S. Henning
H. Keegan
N. Place
D. Norris
SE. Allanson
E. Trying
N. Anderson
Charles Surface
Edie Williams
Cathie Norris
Golden Butterfly
Dave Anderson
J. Wiliams
Tom Wemdley
Chet
Ben Gangel
Cavalier
Sam Gangel
Charles IL
Page
Lucy Gangel
Daffodil
A. Gambie
Pansy
G. Gamble
Lord Fauntleroy
J. Bancroft
A. Bancroft
Eaing Place
Jean Place
Sumner
A. Q. Smith
Clarke McKay
G. Fussinmons
Biles
A. C. Smith
Pierette
Henning
Kenny
Trayning Defeats Burren Rock In Football Match
Burren Rock lost to Trayning by 20 points after Trayning led 6 goals behinds to Burren Rock 5 goals 4 behinds. Next game listed Nun karin versus Burren Rock at local ground. Report discusses drought relief proposals and wartime economic disruptions affecting farm crops and wholesale trade.
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Sth
Burren Rock
Trayning
Nunkarin
Bath
Keath Rodin
Kaynoppin
Nangeenin
Lolal Frilite
Owitte
Syndaiseor
Fragmented OCR notes on labor members and politics
The garbled text discusses labor members and opinions on coalition hints, mentioning figures like High Mahon and Mc Mahon. It hints at political friction, winter weather disruption, and a wakeful public mood while noting unclear references to speakers and party lines.
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