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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1916
Page
8
The Commonwealth Treasurer appeals to loyal men and women to subscribe to the £50,000,000 War Loan. Bonds bear 4 percent interest as Australia joins Britain to fund war costs, while praise and examples of bravery from service members accompany the plea, urging national support.
A garbled excerpt discusses wealth, Australia, and reserves. Mentions figures like 1 300 000 000 and 10 feet, references arts ware trade, and a banking company with gold reserves of 1308 000. Unclear syntax but centers on financial terms, asset protection, and advisory notes.
A Paris sourced dispatch reports Russian preparations for a major spring attack. Depots brim with recruits and strength statements claim an army of seven million by spring, including one million veterans and 10,000 cavalry. France Italy and Britain reportedly supply rifles as Archangel routes remain open through winter and a White Sea canal project expands transport across roads, rails, canals and rivers.
A wartime appeal urges single men to embrace duties and patriotism, praising those already enlisted and calling others to recognize the solemn task. It emphasizes sacrifice, responsibility, and service to Australia as the nation braces for mobilization and the war effort.
A stirring exhortation urges every man of military age to judge the issues for himself and, after calm sober deliberation, resolve to act as a man should. The language reflects a call to duty and personal responsibility in a time of national decision.
A 1916 era appeal urges citizens to invest in war bonds to support national effort. It promotes specific denominations, emphasizes income tax, and frames buying stock as a duty to protect property and aid Australia’s war production including shipping and armament. The piece features a photograph of a man with a rod and mentions military readiness and patriotic duty.
The fragmentary text hints at mobilization efforts and heavy munitions in conflict zones. References to boats laden with material and a note about transit to a frontier region imply logistical moves and potential escalation of weapon supply.
A London event honored Australian VCs with a reception in the club’s mousie-room. Guests included Mr. Ach E’Gonnor and Mrs Q’Cannine as the president hosted the gathering. The evening featured entertainment and formalities marking a ceremonial tribute to the young army’s valor.
The article notes anniversary swimming carnivals will be conducted in country centres today. It mentions impromptu dives in the bay and a busy afternoon with many events to entertain swimmers and spectators. Local clubs along beaches prepare for the carnival arrangements and related exhibitions.
The report chronicles rugby figures such as Avans and Warden, with Old Boys and teams from Suva to New Zealand and Australia, plus mentions of the Western Pacific Herald. It covers plans for charity events, a Duke Kahanamoku tribute show, and a country club schedule, highlighting Melbourne and Sydney connections and the forthcoming carnival activities.
February listings describe races, club meetings, and community events including swimming, life saving gala plans, YMCA lease questions, and tone of civic pride. Mentions Royal Life Saving Society, Moran Ela, Brmabety SP, Palace Enpmoniun, St Genres, and local clubs with notes on speakers, dates, and expected outcomes.
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