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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 29, 1916
Page
2
In Tuesday observances across metropolitan suburbs and communities, residents marked the Gallipoli landing anniversary with unified celebrations and ceremonial belting of instruments as part of the commemorations.
War historians praise Australian and New Zealand troops for months of stubborn resistance at Gallipoli. The article lauds their courage amid overwhelming Ottoman fire, noting the rugged shores and harsh conditions confronted by the Anzacs and their kin.
The piece recalls Gallipoli’s three stages the Anzac landing fierce defense and evacuation with thousands saved by discipline and endurance. It highlights reinforcements, missteps, and the lasting tribute to Anzac heroism urging enlistment and remembrance in Australia and Britain.
Legislative Council reports H. Payne MLC intends to run again in Widbourna Province. The announcement outlines reelection bid and the party’s support for his continued service in the council.
In a St Kilda court on Tuesday Bouthwick and JyeB were remanded for medical examination after a prior Tuesday charge of wire firing a revolver at William Predk. An officer from the military intelligence section attended. A woman was ordered to a receiving home at Royal Park. The article also notes street improvements and market area changes in St Kilda, highlighting a revived market and new greenery around Innerman Street.
Rudyard Kipling discusses how the war shaped Commonwealth nations and calls for inspiring and sustaining schoolchildren. He notes the Australasian Army’s deeds, urges not to deem lives lost as wasted, and offers enduring good wishes to the boys and girls for years ahead.
Twenty five recruits from the Windsor Telephone Exchange have volunteered for active service. On Wednesday Nichol and Findlay were presented with silver safety razors as they join the Expeditionary Forces Signalling Company. Manager H W Russell spoke, praising steady work and wishing them safe return. The exchange began a Patriotic Fund after the war started to aid wounded soldiers and convalescents.
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