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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1916
Page
2
The Tamworth Daily Observer argues that belief in easy home defence is flawed. It cites Papua's strategic value and warns that Australia cannot rely on Britain alone, urging national mobilization and better arms production to deter a future invasion.
The General Secretary of the Federated Engine Drivers and Finemen Association said he would not be surprised by any action on the enforcement of a wage order for engine drivers awaiting a hearing for several years in the Administration Court.
A NSW deputation of horse owners and breeders met the Minister for Education to discuss how the Totalisator Bill might affect prize money at suburban race meetings. They argued clubs could lose racing fees and prize funds, threatening the breeding industry. Recommendations included tiered government shares based on turnover, but the minister said changes were unlikely. a watchful approach to the rotor and club behavior was promised.
The State recruiting committee's Victoria Barracks office hosted a busy session as applications opened for recruiting officers and local organizers. The organizing secretary emphasized strict adherence to the new scheme and urged returned and discharged commissioned officers to apply. Professor McIntyre noted men may enlist at once and choose a suitable camp date.
Deliberations by Repatriation Trustees led by chairman Mr. Hushes aim to reform plans for aid to returned soldiers. Focus on stabilizing payments and benefits and addressing administration costs. Costs vary by state from 300 to 16000 pounds annually.
Returned soldier George Asquith and Blanche Farman were committed for trial on a bigamy charge. Evidence showed Asquith married Farman in April after previously wed Muriel Edith North in September 1909. In Farran’s case, she married Joseph Farran in April 1906 and had drawn two pulneas per week from her husband’s army pay since he went to France.
The Premiers' conference opened in Melbourne today as Deleants expect Mr Hughes to submit a proposal for funding essential works at least as good as last November's arrangements. A Perth meeting in Western Australia formed a resolution toward a National Government.
Paris reports a broad push to reorganize governments for swifter war conduct. Plans include dissolving old staffs, reforming ministries and military command, with Petain expected to assume supreme Allied leadership in the West Front by month’s end. Rome notes anticipated changes to accelerate operations.
Reuters telegram reports German General Wahle attacking Nyeminge with full force. British forces under Captain Marriott resist at Malingo, then Colonel Murray’s relief breaks Wahle’s flank. Murray’s pursuit kills one and takes 34 prisoners. Wahle surrenders with seven officers 47 men 240 Akiris and guns. Marriott awarded the Military Cross on the field.
Official notice states the United States has made no mediation offers or peace suggestions to the warring powers. It asserts that proposals originate in German circles but are rejected by the United States government. The statement warns that none will be borne in Berlin by the Admirals dear Mr Gerard and that a breach will occur unless events change.
A French communique says cannonade continues south of the Somme. Two German planes were shot down at Verdun and two at Champagne. French aircraft bombed locations near Homagicous and Les Cote and a munition dump north of Verdun with fires and explosions observed.
The Washington State Department confirms information on the Marina torpedoing with six Americans aboard. The incident appears to violate Germany's pledges to America and a new note will be sent once Arabia evidence is recorded.
Bad weather in Carso and Trentino hinders artillery and operations as Italian forces report repulsing a surprise attack on the Chino and beating off a night assault at Adria with losses in materIEL.
Australian prisoners in Germany were admitted to Millbank Hospital in London on Monday with varying injuries. The text notes harsh treatment and poor nutrition, mentioning only four pieces of black bread daily as rations.
Belgian provincial councils meet to reject Governor von Himings demand to raise the monthly levy from 40 000 to 50 000 francs. The Havre correspondent notes continued protest and no compromise reached.
The Times reports Calarasi and the Danube crossings as Bulgaria under Mackenson pushes to secure the Bucharest Constanza railway. Romanian left flank withdrawals pivot near Bozea Pass as Romanians seek defense lines before Braila and Galai. The Times notes German levies on captured towns and Romanian grain stocks at Gotlatx and Trail.
The assembly discusses wheat prices amid weather dampening the crop, with the Minister for Agriculture signaling possible payments to farmers. It moves the Totalizator Bill to control racing tote operations, set taxes, penalties, and club oversight while outlining distribution of tote proceeds and youth wagering prohibitions. Arguments unfold on gambling ethics, government revenue, and bookmakers’ roles as scrutiny continues.
A Reuters Telegram from London reports heavy fighting as Allied forces push near Monastir. Turkish lines reportedly resisted fiercely north of Hill 1950 while assaults progressed near Vioklar as French troops engage in near-distant village operations.
A Russian communique reports Roumanians push regained positions from Polesti to Minion after a counter attack. Fighting continues with enemy assaults at Wirkhnha Valeontna and the snowbound Trotus Valleys. German lines claim renewed Russian offensives in the Carpathians with limited success and Allied bridge destruction.
A Times Athens report says French destroyers patrol the Gulf of Corinth as Constantine attends a Sunday requiem for the Anglo French soldier killed on December 1. Crete and Egypt Greeks demand Constantine’s dethronement while Hydra intercepts a wireless between Constantine and the Kaiser. Allies urged to demand demobilisation post control and release of Veneuilist as Athens facing continued exodus.
Paris dispatch reports Greek government efforts to blunt the blockade impact. Agents claim Greece will not feel the pinch for three weeks as military positions and diplomacy shape the outcome of the Greek and German forces.
London voices a demand that the government warn Berlin a German officer will be shot if James Hleikes is harmed. The letter cites past executions of Fryatt and Cavell and suggests firing at a submarine commander or a high-ranking officer, preferably a Somme veteran colonel.
Dutch press reports that upon the discovery of Troyd George's premiership the Ministry convened a special meeting and sent telegrams to the Dutch ship agent in America to reserve all tonnage for Government grain and cancel other cargo bookings.
Report from Amsterdam on Tuesday alleges that Belgian civilians attacked a German escort after a German soldier struck a civilian with a rifle butt. The ensuing cavalry charge led to the deaths of 10 townspeople.
British aeroplanes conducted raids in Belgium targeting military works at Brosels and other sites. Bombing disrupted railway traffic and anti aircraft fire was reported near Arebrugge with intensified opposition from defenses.
A Bulgarian communique describes attacks north west of Manastir and near the Cerna bend, with actions south of Sara and on the left bank opposite Cernavida. The report also notes a bridehead and other operations along the Dae nuh.
Government plan assigns meat quotas to each province and establishes two penvie days and four poultryless days weekly to limit meat consumption.
A second raid on Zeebrugge is described as occurring at midday under misty weather, with observers noting the impact of the bombing despite poor visibility. The report emphasizes the ongoing German assault and affects on civilian areas nearby.
A large stock of precious stones belonging to an enemy firm was auctioned by Tyrterdhey. The top bid reached £0000 for a pearl lot. Reports from The Times describe wartime auctions and related shipping and insurance market tensions as nations adjust to hostilities.
Sydney reports John Curtin secretary of the Melbourne Timber Workers' Union was arrested in Melbourne on a war warrant. He was sentenced to three months’ imprisonment on November 24 for failing to enrol under the War Service Proclamation and is lodged in Melbourne jail.
A meeting of Sydney wharf laborers unanimously passed a resolution urging government action to secure the immediate release of twelve LW W. men recently sentenced to long terms in prison.
The Peel River at Tamworth's Peel River Bridge dropped about a foot from 6 PM to 1 AM yesterday, indicating a rapid fall in water level. Local observers note continuing low flow as night progressed.
Berlin prepares for an unprecedented Reichstag gathering tomorrow with Chancellor Hollweg inviting central ministers. Foreign Secretary briefed party leaders on confidential peace terms outlook while Vienna Sofia and Constantinople endorse the move amid sensational war developments.
Haig reports successful raids east of Neuville and southeast of Armenieres, and a failed enemy raid near Laboutillerie. Hostile work parties at Fauresmassart and Wieltje dispersed. Mutual bombardment and artillery fire intensify across Arras Ypres Loos and suburbs, ongoing since Somme.
Refugees from Athens recount brutal Royalist excesses in the minsenere. They estimate hundreds of Venizelists killed amid antisemitic attacks and persecutions. A Constantine aide de camp allegedly had ten pro Venizelist soldiers. A deputy’s mother and sister were painted as Venizelists and attacked by the mob.
In Paris the Chamber of Deputies hosted a heated debate on prolonging the war. Socialist deputy Arizon opposed the move, denouncing it as costly and futile. A tumult followed Brion's stand, Briton hurled a water bottle at a rival, and Brison was expelled as the session ended amid derision.
The Times cites a likely drop in Australian wheat yield and urges home production. A movement seeks thousands of plot holders on 14 000 acres of idle London land. Two suburban councils use public recreation grounds to grow wheat and vegetables.
Mr. Henderson, speaking of Clapham, warned the public of the danger of premature peace. He wished for peace but said penalties are needed to prevent recurrence of the present catastrophe. He noted that peace is impossible under the current conditions in Belgium France Serbia and Roumania.
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