Verdun Sacrifices Highlight Madness and Mediation Claims
The article surveys prolonged French defense at Verdun and German sacrifices, arguing strategic resilience on reinforced French lines even if Verdun falls. It criticizes Kaiser Wilhelm and President Wilson for wartime rhetoric, citing Lord Cromer’s concern that mediation signals weakness to allies and enemies alike.
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Mure
Verdun
Kaiser
America
Germany
Dalia
Italy
Wilson
Lord Cromer
President Wilson’s mediation failing amid Allied dismay
The passage suggests Wilson’s mediation is rejected by many English voices. It notes that his notes and speeches fail to capture Allied views on the war’s causes. Allies will disregard his calls for peace as they did his earlier efforts to appease the Kaiser.
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Wilson
News and Notes Tawbellup Farming Operations
The past week’s heavy rains replenished the slants and enabled water cartage to resume for many farmers. Seed ing operations begin at high pressure across teams. Wunder advertises it is British throughout and employs only British workers, showcasing metal ceilings and shop fronts from its Perth factory. F Martyn’s photographs of Wednesday’s unveiling tour the event, promising artistic value as a souvenir, with studio window display and early orders urged.
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Wuniertich
Messrs
Wunder
Perth
Australia
Euat
Piesse Memorial Statue Unveiled by Sir John Forrest
Sir John Forrest and Lady Forrest visited Katanning on Wednesday to unveil a statue honoring Frederick Henry Piesse, C.M.G. The day’s proceedings opened with a formal program as representative citizens gathered to pay tribute to the late colleague and friend.
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John Forrest
Lady Forrest
Katan- Ning
Frederick Henry Piesse
C.M.G
Reception to Sir John Forrest at Mechanics Institute
The Road Board hosted a reception at the Mechanics Institute with townspeople and visitors including Sydney Stubbs and AN Piesse among many. Sir John Forrest received an enthusiastic welcome, spoke on regional development and state integrity, and praised agriculture as key to prosperity while urging capable leadership and honorable service.
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Mechanics’ Institute
Athose
Messrs
Sydney Stubbs
Piesse
M'S.l.a
A. Y. Haseell
A. Catling
W. M. Dayail
RB. House
A. Aylmore
Corbett
Gowangerup
J. Tunney
J. M. Flaagan
A. J
H. V. Piease
Frank Wileson
Wilson
Katanning statue tribute to late Frederick Piesse
A Katanning ceremony unveiled a memorial statue to Frederick Henry Piesse, with Sir John Forrest presiding. Speakers praised Piesse as founder, railway and public works minister, and community leader, urging future generations to emulate his energy and uprightness.
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Messrs, Thomson & Meharry
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Sunccow
Hay Street
Ventist
Borges
Tarwday
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Tate
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AMES
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Deyeril
Australian Mutual Provident Society
Warner
Georguimtecrace
Wilbiam-street
Gavin Lucas
Seaman
Boots
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Katanning
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A. D. Smith
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Kojonup
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Australian College of Dentistry
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Mi. Barker
Broomehill
Gnowangerup
Tambella
Etwodest Ladies’ College
Claremont
Mies Geriulo Walton
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Macfarlane & CO. Limited
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Canon Burbidge
Kittanning
Harcourt
Comtauinton
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Keeton
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Batanning
Great Southern Herald
Ernest U Absolon ‘Peoprisser
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Me. L. Joy
I. L. Richardson
Messen
A. Y. Stansell
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John Forrout
M. A. Jull
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Presse
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Frederick Henry Pivase
Minster
Federal Convention
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Jobin Waid
Great Southern Railway
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Frank Wilson
M.L.A
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