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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1914
Page
3
A cautious wartime document dated October 4 outlines official military statements. It emphasizes restraint, verification, and orderly conduct amid ongoing hostilities. The release frames strategic goals and cautions against premature conclusions.
Special correspondent Phil Gibbs describes French forces rising to arms and taking the offensive after a repulsed attack. He notes positions well maintained at several points and reports progress in the Argonne and Meuse west of Woevre. No new details from Lorraine frontier.
Report from October 4 describes the German invasion of France provoking a national mobilization. It notes the unity of workers, peasants, shopkeepers and fashion in towns like Chalons Nancy and elsewhere. The piece praises resilience, calm, and enthusiasm as France faces invasion with resolve.
A Paris message reports that Abies left cone is advancing at a strong pace. If the current rate continues without a pause, German entrenchments north of the Aisne may need to be overcome before any move. The report comes from London dated October 4.
A brief collection remarks on Prussian Junkers as road hogs in Europe and French soldiers facing brutal war. The author notes clear imagery of sorrow on Paris platforms and the sobering war toll as soldiers and civilians reflect on the cost.
The piece critiques J J Holmes and anti Socialist advocates amid calls to defend state subsidies and a proposed anti Socialist state freezer program. It frames government actions as punitive to workers and widows while praising national resolve and French wartime spirit and notes tax arguments regarding pastoralists and redistribution.
Fragmented wartime remarks quote British leaders on peace terms and mobilization. The piece notes German and Allied positions, calls for vast troop commitments, and highlights a tense, harsh view of enemy forces and the drive to victory despite hardship.
Wortham Race Club revises prize money for six events at the Show Meeting. The timepad event is scheduled about miles from the track, with other races including a lucente Handicap and Teames stakes. Advertisers are told to submit alterations by midweek and to have display copy ready before deadlines.
A lively race day scene unfolds with the crowd roaring as horses surge from the barrier at the starting bell. Spectators cheer the field and a powerful finish leaves fans buzzing about the year’s marquee contest.
A meeting at the Secretary's office on Saturday appointed stewards for Thoroughbreds Dratyght Horses Caetle Sheep Pigs Poultry and Cuviion Stewards. Names include Messrs Ray Barnard George Joy A R Maldston J French G Withnell Hoppain Neto Roy Forward and others. It was decided that a modest finch should be given by the Society this year.
The Right Reverend Fulgentius Torres, Bishop of New Norcia, is reported in St John of God’s Hospital in Perth in a very critical condition on October 5.
Country Party candidate O L Bernard formally opened his Northam campaign in the town hall. He warned Western Australia faced worsening drought and a weak export market with wheat and wool prices likely to fall, urging government action to support settlers and develop irrigation, land, and transport to sustain farmers.
A wedding at St Marys Anglican Church yesterday afternoon joined Miss E M Pries and Mr C H Williams of Northam. The edifice was decorates with lilies and a floral wedding bell. The bride wore a duchess satin gown with lace and orange blossom coronet. The groom was accompanied by groomsman Mr. Percy Reynolds. bridesmaid Miss Dorothy Lepper. A reception followed at the bride’s mother’s home before the couple departed amid well wishes.
An advertisement praises Doan’s Ointment as a cure for various ailments including sores and chest complaints. It recounts a testimonial where a patient’s wound healed after using the ointment, claiming dramatic improvement and long-lasting relief.
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