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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1915
Page
3
The Tamworth Daily Observer notes further rain on the coast with high conditions inland and strong southerly winds while asking if America is drifting toward war. The brief weather update sits beside a looming global crisis question.
Sydney jury hears Milton Withers an employee of the tramway department accused of stealing 521 pounds from the Hushcatter Bay Tramway depot. Crown says the suspect could access the strong room with others, with witnesses noting multiple keys. Judge Pring warns against laughter in court as proceedings proceed.
The article discusses the resignation of Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan and the expected U S move toward conflict with Germany over submarine warfare. It notes Bryan's arbitration stance, Wilson administration policy, and fears of diplomatic rupture as the Lusitania sinking strains grow. It mentions Australian reports of local labor action in Mackay and a North Shore bridge decision impacting station relocation.
Sydney reports allegations that a major oil distributor is engaging in maneuvers to crush competition. The official commission notes that current price levels would likely persist if proposed increases are granted, arguing the resulting profits go largely to foreign shareholders.
In a Sydney divorce matter, Arthur Taylor petitions for custody claiming the respondent, born in Australia to German parents, plans to take their child abroad. The court records indicate tensions around keeping the child with relatives and concerns over potential relocation, with references to domestic life and the Kaiser era misplaced within the narrative.
A troubled Sydney page details a mailboat stabbing and a man’s self inflicted death after a domestic dispute. It notes industrial strife between postal workers and Balmain Colliery owners, plus political mentions of Mr Fisher and a possible elevation to high commissioner and prime ministerial changes.
London reports from Eye Witness say British dragoons lured German lines into a trap near Hooge. Bombardments and incendiaries cited as heavy fighting with German losses not yet known. Paris and Berlin dispatches vary on gains near Neuville St Vaast and Arras.
Paris dispatch says the Turkish Union and Progress committee with German approval will halt operations in Egypt and Persia and mass all forces at the Dardanelles. A Constantinople message says the Sultan will respond when asked to leave the capital.
London reports describe German submarine prisoners facing brutal practices, deemed not only violations of the laws of war but among the most cowardly and vicious abuses encountered by Allied captives.
The narrative centers on General Bridges and his Australian division at Gallipoli. It lauds Bridges for leadership under fire, his independence of judgment, and his role in shaping a formidable force, with Duntroon graduates serving as a core. It notes truce talks for May 24 and improving supplies and correspondence back home.
A reader asks why Americans should go in the danger zone citing Mr Bryans attitude and his statement. The piece questions U S involvement and wartime guidance for citizens traveling near conflict areas.
A damaged historical report notes a British liner was torpedoed off the Essex coast with its crew saved. The fragment references mining, casualties, and ranks, with scattered names and places cut across the OCR, indicating a wartime maritime incident and rescue efforts.
Reported British success in the Kurta region and Persian Gulf mentions enemy resistance collapsing. Pursuit boats were overtaken, Turkish gunboat Maymeniag sunk, transport Mosul captured, Amann garrison of over Li surrendered to a British force. Lord Staubridge urged timely arming of the people in Parliament.
The article reports William Jennings Bryan resigning from the cabinet after the President rejected a proposal for an international inquiry into the Lusitania attack. Bryan cites disagreement with the peace policy and the White House refuses to comment. Public opinion is mixed as German agents press the danger of anti peace propaganda while U.S. fleets consider maritime actions.
A Vienna dispatch describes Italian forces failing to break Austrian lines on the Corinthian and Tyrolean frontiers. The report claims Italian raids are repulsed with heavy losses, terror actions increase in nearby towns, and German forces threaten a wider response as Allied leaders recall commanders amid the Simpion line tensions.
In London on Wednesday the Lords debated the Ministry of Munition Bill. Davids regretted no power to requisition men for war and work. He condemned the idle upper class and noted that some privileged figures avoided real labor and still watched theatres and music halls. He argued that men who refuse to work should be made to fight.
A fragmentary, stylized diary style piece recounts a British airman’s exhilarating tale of wartime service aboard a zeppelin. The narrative blends recollection with dreamlike phrases and unclear passages, offering glimpses of duty, danger, and a soldier’s perspective on mass air power.
An Italian minister criticized Greece in a Thursday speech about agriculture and the world peace push. He lamented Italians missing Cireeou in the struggle and warned that partition of Ania Minor could satisfy appetites, leaving Greece in control of Aegean islands.
Petrograd dispatch reports renewed Russian repulses on the Igutsbens Zhidatohov front with 800 additional prisoners, including 10 officers and 6 machine guns captured. Black Sea bombardments hit Zinv gullah and Kozla, destroying a coal depot and sinking two Turkish steamers coaling.
Amsterdam dispatch says German occupation forces terrorize Belgium amid refusals to perform military tasks. Executions on a large scale reported at Verscheuren and public officials affected. BarMaster of Henson near Willebruck died in prison after guards forgot to feed him. authorities later announced the situation had subsided.
The report notes all AE2 crew were saved and mentions discussions in parliament about naval matters. A Senate session adjourned after debate on supply and a Northern Territory proposal is cited as a significant development. The transcript references criticism of a fellow member and mentions committee actions and a doctor’s payment issue.
In Gunnedah on Thursday the Minielgnd Council recorded regret at ending the Quinnedah Nurrabel day drain service. A copy of the motion will be sent to the Chief Contingent Commissioner. The Chief Inspector of Agriculture is attending to inspect varieties for a potential experimental farm site. Samuel Treffury, a long-time local, has disappeared after a Friday night incident, with fears for his safety. J C Links, Lewisham Hospital staff, is recovering and en route to health.
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