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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1914
Page
3
The report states Britain declares Japan and Germany must withdraw warships from Chinese waters or disarm. Japan must comply or face consequences by Sept. 15 with potential German cession of Klann Chan to China. Germany has until Aug. 23 to accept the ultimatum and restore order in the Far East aligned with the Anglo Japanese Alliance.
Fremantle reports the German-Australian liner Neuminster captured off Rotment and brought into Fremantle. New York sources detail Italian troop concentrations between Mantua and Verona and discuss German army deployment plans along the French frontier with three main masses and supporting reserves, outlining expected movements and strategic aims.
A partial list of volunteers from Northam and surrounding districts is published for the Australian Expeditionary Forces. Names, ages, birthplaces, and trades appear for recruits bound for overseas duty, with destinations and service branches indicated where known, and notes on training and departure timelines.
An official note from Nish Serbia dated August 17 states the French fleet sank two Austrian warships, burned another, and compelled a fourth to surrender or flee during an encounter at sea.
Severe fighting raged Friday as Austrians and Servians clashed near Lazniza on the Dvina. The Servians were driven from the stronghold then attacked again that night and after fierce bayonet charges captured four guns. They pressed the advance on Saturday as both sides suffered heavy casualties.
London reports a Paris Echo claim that Britain demanded Turkey assign crews to the Breslau and Goeben under British instructors. The note describes British supervision of Turkish crews aboard the two battleships, reflecting tense alliance maneuvers and naval power projections.
Paris August official statement prepares people for news of a major battle believed imminent. French forces offensive from Lunéville against German positions near Saarbrücken and Limeville with forward movements continued Saturday. A German flag was captured. battle expected to be decided soon.
Reports from Brussels state the German Crown Prince was wounded and General von Bletznik killed in the attack on Liewe. From Conenhagen comes word that all the Mavarians sent heavily during the fight rage in Alsace. German authorities have supplied Sir Kilward Grey with the names of missing Britishers detained in Germany. The German invasion of France continues amid wartime turbulence.
A West Australian article by Hilaire Belloc, published Friday, analyzes Germany's probable scheme of operations in case of invading France. Written a year earlier, it reflects on strategic plans and midsection considerations for invasion.
The plan envisions a weaker German left wing of about three army corps and a cavalry division, massing in Southern Alsace between Cumar and Mulhouse. Its role is to outflank the French right and draw forces away from the gravely threatened French left while resisting any French offensive against the German left.
The Nerthaig Military force seeks volunteers as 7 more enlistments are requested. Swuirday reports indicate Area Ollient units require additional manpower. Senior cadets Captain Milnor and Serge Mnor Filis have offered service. processing will occur at headquarters.
Mr Nei Douglas, Chief Traffic Manager of the Western Australian Government Railways, died today after a lengthy illness. He served in the railway department for many years and was a prominent figure in WA transport circles.
The amended rule on polling day requires electors who vote as absent voters to declare they are not within their own subdivision or cannot vote at their subdivision’s polling place. It outlines when travel or other causes justify voting at a different subdivision’s polling place and aims to curb abuse while reducing voter inconvenience.
A report on fresh nominations and ballot results for the Labor and Country Party selections across Avon, Toodyay, and Northam. Key figures include Membery, Phillips, Gatherer, and Kenneally, with one Toodyay nomination by M. MC. Mitchell and a Labour Senate and House campaign meeting scheduled for August 30 at the Railway Institute.
The Northam Race Club announces its September meeting with robust stakes. True Stakes for non metropolitan trained horses up to 17 sovs, Flying Stakes for six furlongs, Garloway Handicap for 15 sovs, Show Handicap worth £70 48, Spring Stakes with £25 total stake, and Farewell Handicap over seven furlongs open to all. Nominations close September 19 with weights declared around September 16 and final payments by September 21.
The York Jockey Club announces the October meeting programme with events including the October Handicap of 50 sovs over ten furlongs the Flying Handicap of 29 sovs over six furlongs and the Farewell Welter with similar stake. Additional races include the Eastern Districts Handicap and the Sonat Handwap with various stakes. Nominations close with secretaries Mr W Brownite York or Mr J R Thives Perth on September 15 with acceptances due September 22 and weights to be declared around September 19.
At Southern Brook on Thursday night alterations to the forthcoring ploughing match and tractor demonstration were agreed. Subventions were withheld by the Government, leading to removal of ass for dise ploughs and reduced prizes to save about 12. Water restriction plans will be postponed due to finances. An effort will be made to urge the Water Supply Department to proceed with the undertaking.
A fragmented 19th or early 20th century guide describes preserving hides and hideskins for market. It covers cleaning wool, drying skins, stretching, salting, and folding hides for processing. It emphasizes cleanliness, thorough drying, and stepwise handling to prevent damage and ensure sale readiness.
Nominations closed for the Perth races with events including the 4 Octobers Handicaps and Six furlong trials. Details list weights, prize money, nomination and acceptance dates, and officials including Handicapper and Secretary York with J R Hayes in Perth.
Latest war news notes advances and deployments as forces regroup and strategic moves unfold. Reports describe enemy positions and committed units while observers monitor civilian impact and regional stability amid ongoing hostilities.
The article notes an upcoming South Austrian Federal election and a death creating a vacancy that may disrupt party balance. It mentions ballot paper challenges and the impact on the Labour party, with a vendor notice about ad alterations and submission deadlines. It also references kerosene tins for sale through the office.
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