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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1915
Page
4
Commonwealth meteorology reports a widdened crisis in Mackay Queensland with border closures and orders from officials. The article notes affected areas including Sydney and Townville, detailing restricted access and emergency measures amid the crisis.
Reports indicate Mr. Fisher is likely to be offered and accept the post, with Mr. Hughes expected to become Prime Minister. Weather conditions across Australia show heavy rains and wintry winds, extending from Sydney to Brisbane, as a broad high pressure system shifts eastward. A new Antarctic disturbance appears in the far southwest, bringing further rain and strong southerly winds along the north coast.
A late telegram reports a trial in Sydney where defense and prosecution clash in a courtroom comedy scene. The judge and jury face a lighthearted atmosphere as testimonies and laughter echo through the chamber.
The article notes the North Shore bridge project moving forward with discussions and anticipated milestones. It mentions locations in Sydney and related civic planning, with officials and workers referenced in planning and site preparations.
The fragment mentions Trust Methods Svi sey and a Thursday tweet by a Taner figure amid garbled text. It references various agencies, committees, and possible political figures in a disrupted format with unclear meaning.
The readable fragments describe a court setting with references to Kaiser and Archi Valor, a petitioner deposing a witness and a judge addressing the court. The scattered phrases imply a legal hearing with implied dates and actions but lack coherent narrative. The source is damaged and partial.
An incident aboard a mailboat ends with one man stabbed amid a chaotic scene. Fears grow over a missing woman connected to the event as investigators press for details.
In Sydney on Thursday the Defence Minister received pledges from several firms to assist government efforts to increase munitions production. More firms are expected to follow. The total raised for the “reheal children” fund to date is £36045.
A wartime dispatch from London reports German and British forces clashing near Arras and Hoge. Incendiary sulphur bullets are alleged to ignite during flight while trench explosions and mine bursts devastate parapets. Dragoon Guards defend chateaux as German counterattacks falter and troops withdraw from Neuville.
The article notes President's refusal to back an investigation into Lustramia's shift and a potential war stance for Americans. It mentions Liberals and Washington papers reacting to Bryat's statement and a possible British Atlantic cruise plan involving Ventela and eastern winters.
Vienna reports Malian forces regrouping for a broader push near Cruden and along Carnation Tyrolean frontiers while Allied raiding parties target Austrian lines. Refugees flood Vor and Domatomsola as Emperor pressures General von Holsendorf after the failed Tallin offensive.
Lordst) Davide regrets the measure lacks power to requisition men for war as well as work and dissociates from attacks on the organised working classes. He notes some upper-class idle members and critics of conscription, insisting those who refuse to work should be compelled to fight.
Paris dispatch reports the Turkish Union and Progress committee with German approval will abandon Egypt and Persia and concentrate all forces on the Dardanelles. A Constantinople message says the Sultan will resign if asked to leave Constantinople.
Mr. Balfour states German submarine prisoners will receive humane treatment like other prisoners. He condemns their brutal attacks on Wesmere as cowardly violations of wartime law. He cites British Expeditionary Force casualties through May: killed 2, etc.
General Bridges dies after leading the Australian division in early operations at Gallipoli. The report highlights his calm leadership under fire, rapid tactical decisions, and the respect he earned from soldiers and officers. It notes reinforcements, supply lines, and morale as the campaign continues with a May 24 truce for burials.
In Washington Mr. Bryan writes that he favored strengthening international commissions and treaties with 30 nations to make war unnecessary. He questions why the United States should enter danger zones or belligerent actions, stressing consideration to avoid conflict if possible.
London reports on Northern Italian writings noting wild buffaloes used to stampede Austrian entrenchments. Biologists describe thousands of savage waiters at disposal and bombs or serums driving buffaloes into fury as troops traverse passes. Rome dispatches detail advances near the Adriatic and engineer-built bridges aiding troop movements.
A British collier named Lady Saliabury was torpedoed off the Kasar Coast without warning. Sixteen crew members were lost, two are missing, and two trawlers along with a barquentine were involved. All other crews are said to be saved.
In the House of Lords Lord Cannon urges spread reading of the Munitions Bill while warning of an entire army's labor waiting to be used. Lord Shahope from the front cites German gains and French trench strength, urging frank national action and ammunition production. A new German offensive begins south of Ypres with heavy artillery duels and redeployed troops arriving at Hirnyes.
Vienna reports Italian division attacked the Goer bridgeheads on the sixth and seventh days but was repulsed with heavy loss. Italian forces were compelled to abandon severe gun positions while artillery repelled further attempts to attack over Chinese and Monfalwrens.
British airman recounts a dramatic pursuit of a Zeppelin with two companions. Commander Warneford reportedly fired near the airship and witnessed its explosive fall after a daring maneuver and a close pass, describing a perilous plunge and his aircraft's miraculous recovery to safety.
An official report notes progress near Neuville in the northern island area and in the southeastern part of the Darbyrinth. The bulletin details ongoing operations in France with terse military phrasing and coordinates.
In Melbourne on Thursday the House heard Mr Fisher answer many questions. Government cooperation with state authorities on munitions and equipment was discussed and open to outside or inside suggestions. Mr Hughes said he would probe the AMP Society fine of 210 on a soldier for late insurance payments. A cable reported the AES submarine crew saved and captured at the Gallipoli campaign. Estimates were reviewed in committee as Sir George Meld’s treatment drew complaint and Professor Gilruth was denounced as a misfit. The Senate adjourned with Gardiner praising Northern Territory potential for wool and sheep farming.
A Greek foreign minister accuses Italy of cold reception to Greece during efforts for world peace. He says Greece would not stay passive if Asia Minor is partitioned, and hints Greece could maintain control of Aegean islands if needed.
At the Gunnedah council meeting a motion regretting the discontinuance of the Gunnedah Narrabri day train service was carried and will be sent to the Chief Commissioner. Samuel Treffery, a long-time local, is missing after last Friday with grave fears for his safety. J J Links, formerly of Lewisham Hospital, is recovering and on the way to recovery.
A Petrograd communique says forces repulsed an enemy attack on the Ugurtsberg Zhidatchov front and took 800 more prisoners, including 10 officers, along with machine guns. The Mack Sea fleet bombarded Ziuv puldal and Kogla, destroying a coal depot and quays, and sank two Turkish steamers coaling.
At Maitland Police Court Chorka Niall and Francis John Mitchell faced street betting charges. Both pleaded guilty and were fined twenty pounds or three months on default. Inspector Walker noted many letters from distressed mothers and widows complaining of rampant betting, especially on busy days, leading to efforts to make examples of offenders.
Report from Amsterdam on Thursday describes German terror in Helkians for refusing military service. Executions on a large scale and many public officials arrested at Versehouren. The burgomaster of Henson near Willebruck died in prison, officially ruled a suicide after guards failed to feed him.
A Petrograd message says Mr Lloyd George's speech has found a ready echo in Moscow with meetings held by masters and men in the great industrial center to cooperate in their efforts.
The Ladies Benevolent Society reports strong ticket demand for Monday's Benevolent concert at Mr Horns with over sixty seats reserved. Organizers under Mr Solomons assure full arrangements and a fine John Broadwood piano loaned by the British Piano Depot to enhance the program.
Report from Sussex Street markets noting factories can meet 75 percent of northern and suburban orders. bacon plentiful but cheques scarce. country sales strong with fresh arrivals expected. Prices quoted for various goods show oats barley onions bacon cheese hens and other items with fluctuating demand and limited supplies.
At the goods yards today a single truck load of forage was offered at auction. Ten consignments of forage were listed and four truck loads of potatoes appeared. A consignment of inferior onions was put to auction but drew no buyers.
WDNEY Thursday cattle sale reports varied prime cattle firm with prices from 10 to 24 pounds. cows 7 to 17 pounds. Sheep were heavily penned with about 25000 noted, with steady demand and prices around 10 pounds for wethers.
The Sydney wool sale notes a late season offering from southern western and north western districts and Queenland stock. Pries for good wools rose distinctly while fair and inferior grades remained hard to sell. greasy wools also faced higher secured prices amid overall firmer demand.
Captain C. BE. W. Bean reports May 29 near Quinns Post the Turks attacked trenches while our lines were close. Two Light Horse groups surged into the cratered area, bombed and bayoneted, then withdrew, with heavy casualties. A Balmalo-trained gunner manned a machine gun against two Turkish crews, enduring close-range fire until wounded. New Zealanders held and retook positions amid enfilading fire. the assault followed by continued artillery and trench warfare. General von Sanders directed May 19 attack. locals hope for more.
British forces report enemy units in the Persian Gulf area offering no resistance. Pursuit near Kurna and Marmanias continued as garrisons and transports were captured or destroyed. Amana garrison of under 1000 surrendered to Allied troops.
Lord Stalbridge in the Lords argued the war’s end would not satisfy soldiers until England wakes to give them justice. He urged a united home front and disciplined effort under firm leadership. On Ottawa, the Canadian minister announced 35,000 more troops to the front, bringing the total to about 150,000.
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