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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1915
Page
3
The piece blends a Tamworth weather outlook with a political diatribe on Liberal and Labour dynamics. It cites frost and fog, shifting winds, and milder temperatures alongside debate over alliances, farmers, and party power, mentioning Wade and the Liberal stance.
A jumble of telegram excerpts discusses the CSR Company, Mr Hughes, Methedine MP Knox, and General Manncer of the SNE COMPANY. It notes warnings about sugar exports, production timing, and potential disruptions with references to Penileyt and Wales port export issues.
Amid grave national danger Britain urges conscription for the whole able bodied male population. The government stresses the gravity of the threat and the need for widespread civilian and military mobilization to secure victory.
A garbled report discusses German and British labor tensions and alleged collaboration. It mentions Germans resisting, workers in Britain, and references to companies and observers linked to wartime labor issues, with unclear names and specifics.
Sydney report of a parliamentary style clash over proposed three grade chaff and seizure of stocks. Cantito n and Mulholland contest the plan arguing supplies would be scarce and price controls would push producers toward better quality. Officials discuss stock ownership, government purchases, and potential impact on wheat reserves.
A garbled OCR passage lists numerous unreadable terms and fragments. There is no clear event, person, or organization in readable form to summarize into a coherent news item.
Allied airmen hit Gantrwle aerodrome killing 44 soldiers. French lines near Ablain and Notre Dame de Lavette faced German defenses. Germans reportedly held 2000 defenders with 100 machine guns. Allies pushed trenches near Auberties and Boisle Pretre while asserting gains south-east of Hvavelle and south of the Somme region amid heavy artillery and counterfire.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Italian events and names including Martino and Veoou with unclear context. The passage references Treated Moss and Vindare, suggesting a historical note on cultural or political items. Difficult to determine concrete events, dates, or identities from the garbled source.
Fragmentary World War II note reports German troops advancing toward Dunkirk after offensive moves west from Dinivide. Ambiguous text mentions retreat of allied units, release of prisoners, and a capture of a "nave hie gi" with unclear specifics.
A distressed report describes severe butter shortages in Byuney and nearby areas. It notes government measures, high prices, and transport delays affecting supply from local distributors and merchants.
A fragment discusses German views on the Lusitania and a note to the United States. It mentions British authorities and German intent to protect their soldiers, with references to wartime policy and potential investigations. The text is fragmentary and partly garbled.
An article fragment from London describes a steam vessel, likely the Rullec Moor, damaged or attacked at sea with details of crew, bond requests, and a voyage toward Montreal. It mentions the White Star line, Meganthe bonnet, and a delayed wireless safety signal amid chaotic events at sea.
An inquest into the death of Ah Clee was opened, alleging he was dragged and killed in brutal fashion at Waterton. Four men, Marthe Tancey, Cornell Foot, William Moon, and William Hooth, were held. Margaret Conner testified three men named Sovd, Tainees, and Hooth abducted the victims from a Christian Witness group. Moon fled, and Moon ran toward the others as the inquiry began.
Petrograd dispatch says Allied troops pursue German forces at Shavl and seize nine pum and seven machine guns. The Russians claim control of the right bank from the Sea to the Dubackzonkur mouth and conduct counterattacks along the Kamniko Nakwo and Wiexnia rivers, with 30 and 60 machine guns captured. They say the Dnester front was broken, with 60 and 17 machine guns taken, and the enemy expelled from the right bank. Black Sea bombardment damages electric works and jail production facilities.
The Sussex Street markets in Sydney show mixed activity with dairy sections pressed for demand and Tasmania shipments heavy. Reports note firm Wheat and Meat prices while other goods drift. war-related shipping and damage to Helsingfors infrastructure appear in passing, with scant direct market impact.
A London tramway strike led to a wreck injuring several cars. work partly resumed. The Admiralty announced two Magustie crew members killed and four missing, believed to be swept away. Trimmel casualties reported four officers and eleven men killed with forty-two missing.
A survivor from the Spennymoor recounts the German submarine crew standing on the deck and mocking as the ship was torpedoed and the crew were thrown into the water after landing at Ustinat following the attack near Ceaty Aden.
A report of unlawful alcohol sales by sly grog dealers led to police action. The operation involved multiple arrests after responders posted notices at street corners to warn the public and deter the practice.
The king of Italy and King George stress a strengthened friendship between Italy and England. Both nations vow unwaveringly to pursue victory and secure a strong alliance against a common foe.
A major blaze gutted Hammond and Minlos's general grocery business in Young on Monday. Several other shops were narrowly saved but suffered smoke and heat exposure. The loss coverage was only partial. The text also notes a Belgian Fund appeal from School Children, with subscriptions reaching £15,876 and 10% of schools yet to contribute.
SAXCON Sunday reports a German bombardment using gas shells followed by hundreds of cylinder carths driving southward and affecting a wide front. German infantry attacked from three points but largely failed. British forces retreated from some sections while artillery and machine fire inflicted losses on the enemy. bombs carried nails tacks staples and gramophone needles.
The ballot for the new Queensland Cabinet resulted in Mr. van av as Leader. Other ministry members include Menara, Theodore, Lennon, Rowling, Munter, Adam, Jeon, Jiardacre, Frank, and Walise.
A Rome message reports Italian forces advancing in Tyrol and widespread public pressure to join the colors. The armed chiefs have temporarily suspended voluntary enlistment as the campaign continues and tensions rise in London and Rome.
Percy Marsh from Oxley objects to Geo D Rowland and District Council criticism of the FSA, arguing farmers did fight in the last election and condemning petty bickering over party politics within and beyond the organization. May 29, 1815 Oxley.
The Tamworth list of volunteers for active service with the Australian forces grows. March entries include J Blott A G McKenzie F W Giles J E Dowd O N Morgan L C Jones J Koowlan J B Kelly C W Brooks P J O Shea G Irwin O Wyndham J Wilson J J Griffith V Heydon E Wilson J I Doyle P R Burke H Sargeant H W Vicary H Vallass W Stewart C G Taylor J P Chariton H Adama H A Browne F J Murray F H Clark G W Johnstone R S Mackey J W Summers A C Thompson H V Smythe. April names include F A Valex W S Stewart J G Taylor J F Chapman H Adame H A Browne F J Murray F H Clarke G W Johnston R S Mackey J W Summers A C Thompson. May entrants include J A Hegarty H N F Willams W S Bendery William Watson ..., and other listed volunteers.
Sydney markets report limited consignments at goods yards with mixed grain lots. Quoted prices include lucerne straw barley and white make good with several damaged entries and no loan sales recorded.
The Austrians hold key positions along the eastern front, with artillery heavy lines on the Trentino ridge and lines strengthening the Friuli frontier. They occupy fortified hills near the Adige valley and push to control the Sogana and Settlecomval sectors while river defenses adapt to ongoing pressure.
An unidentified report describes a new German shell design named the cor Huttion shell that can be used as shrapnel or high explosive. It reportedly scatters small or large rupees and has a remarkable four second delay after penetration to explode inside a barrier.
In Athens Adeanne D'Are reports a raid on Cistulario and Asta Migur by Turkish forces. The Jeanne D'Are bombarded several villages, destroying depots at Lemaine and wounding crew members.
In Rome on Monday reports describe anti German riots in Milan with extensive property damage tied to Siemens and Rohling Bros. aid promises. Nearly 300 arrests were made as authorities protected the cathedral from air raids and workers faced dismissals.
The 28th casualty list issued in Melbourne lists 345 names, including officers and privates, with entries for died of wounds, killed in action, sunstroke, and wounded. Names span New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, and other districts, with multiple units and regions cited.
The funeral of the late Mr. Freder ick William Lambert of West Tam worth was held yesterday afternoon. Interment was in the Methodist section of West Tam worth general cemetery. The Rev Milla Robson officiated at the graveside. He had been ill for some time. Survived by a widow four sons and one daughter. The sons are Meyers Charles Harry Alfred and Ernest. daughter Miss Tisio Lambert.
Homebush Market shows cattle firm with best calves at 6l) to 6l) and bulls 22, cows 7 to 18 pounds. Sheep demand strong with wethers around 14 to 17 pounds. ewes and lambs sold well.
A Maitland market notes a moderate cattle supply with variable demand. Best bullocks range £17 to £22, fat calves scarce with high rates, and crossbreds selling strongly. Porkers and baconers brisk, prime heavy baconers quoted £4 to £7.
Weights declared for the Inverell J C winter meeting opening handicap events. Listings include riders and weights for the Opening Handicap, Winter Handicap, Newatamel Welter, and Keern Handicap with numerous horses such as Yellow Peril, Master Man, Kadanga, Bonnie Princess, and Rendale among others in the day’s race card.
Commonwealth Meteorology Sydney notes high pressure weakening and an extensive Arctic disturbance affecting the southwest quarter. Central readings show low temperatures with frost in the west. an isobar extends northward indicating unsettled conditions likely by Wednesday or Thursday.
The list shows winners balloted for in connection with No. 12 Miss Olive Hall Cushion Mrs Broakspest and Mr Brown No. 2 Mr Edmondson Nurse Facker No. 1 Shaving Vet Miss Mavis Steele.
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