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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1916
Page
2
Cold and unsettled conditions prevail with more rain chiefly over southern and eastern districts. Winds from the southwest to west. This bulletin appears in The Tamworth Daily Observer dated Thursday June 22, 1916.
The piece argues the United States faces war with Mexico as tensions rise. It criticizes wartime unpreparedness, praises preparedness campaigns, predicts heavy civilian casualties, and warns that inexperienced troops will struggle until resources and training catch up.
Weather summary shows rainfall amounts from multiple towns with Tamworth recording 40 points and Nundle 58 while Boggabilla and Dunnedin areas report lower totals. Other locations listed include Werris Creek Armidale Tenterfield Glen Innes and Muswellbrook with varying measurements.
Visiting Japanese naval officers were hosted at luncheon by the Lord Mayor in Sydney. The Admiral thanked Australia for their welcome and said strong allied unity would hasten victory, urging vigilance to prevent enemy advantage and expressing cheerful hope for the war’s end.
In the Vincent divorce in Sydney Mr Justice Gordon orders petitioner to pay co respondents costs. His Honor notes that actions to assist the respondent amid distress from her brother’s death may have been perceived as intimacy and suggests better advising to avoid commentary on their friendship.
Sydney The Minister for Lands comments on a telegram from Wage denying that the Protection Board’s actions to recover overdue wire netting payments to farmers show harsh treatment. He says if summonses were issued they would be withdrawn, arguing the approach contradicts the spirit shown to settlers during drought and war.
Sydney inquest at Parramatta reports Chinaman Jo Choy You died from a revolver wound inflicted feloniously and maliciously by Edward Steiner who is committed for trial on murder. Sooringe in custody is cleared of involvement.
William Singleton and Thomas Pittman faced Police Court charges for false representation. A butter sale ruse was attempted with a cart containing sand and a top layer of butter. a £2 price was offered, then rejected. Both men had prior convictions and received up to eight months in gaol.
Robert Parker was sentenced to six months hard labor at the Sessions today on a charge of bigamy. The judge rejected First Offender provisions, noting Parker had married two women, deserted them, and showed interest in another woman.
The union called a strike causing several Melbourne flour mills to shut down as workers, recruited as night shift drivers for bakers, walk out. Government says flour supply is not expected to be disrupted and will be sufficient to meet all needs.
In Sydney on Wednesday the Chief Industrial Magistrate dismissed the claim by Robi Rawkding against the Railway Commissioners over pay as an engineer on the East Greta Railway Company line. The court noted the claimant received 10 shillings a day while the railways paid 11 shillings.
In the Industrial Magistrate's Court Sidney French a bricklaying contractor was fined 10 shillings for failing to pay a bricklayer the minimum hourly rate of 1 shilling 7 pence. The bricklayer was also fined 10 shillings.
John Robert Tonliks former manager of the Sydney Sunday Times was found strangled at his Strathfield home with a handkerchief tied around his neck and a leather strap attached to the railing of the bed.
A Petrograd message claims Russian forces occupy Radewa Huhoka and Staroagneta near Czernowitn as front lines shift toward the Carpathians. Reports describe German and Austrian units withdrawing, ongoing counterattacks, and heavy bombardment along the Deinhe front with supplies flowing to Russian troops.
The United States flatly rejects Carranza’s demand for U S troop withdrawal and rebukes his tone. Anti American sentiment runs high in Mexico as consular staff depart. The note suggests Carranza does not want Villa and his band captured by either nation. Washington warns of grave consequences if Mexico arms against U S forces. Warships and torpedo boats have been sent to Mexican waters as frontier troops are reinforced.
London tributes in the House of Lords and Commons honor the late Lord Kitchener. Speakers praised his career and efforts in France and Russia, noting German forces in a precarious position and his quoted resolve to deliver a knockout blow for Britain.
London reports cite the Daily Telegraph and Daily Mail on the Paris conference. British officials welcome broad economic principles yet demand pledges from Mr. Asquith to back conference decisions. Reuter summary notes Hughes's views and cautious optimism amid German and Turkish concerns.
Washington dispatch notes extreme tension over the Mexican situation. The American press declares for peace while war hangs on a razor blade. President Wilson sends an ultimatum to Carranza, refusing troop withdrawal and warning of grave consequences for attacks on American forces.
A French dispatch claims the hour of British intervention has struck. Allied forces, with vast weapons and munitions, will aid France as German offensives in the Balkans and Greek mobilization loom. Athens notes no official statement yet on the blockade by Allied warships.
The Bulletin of Armies at Paris reports German bombardment pounded Hill 304 A and its nine surrounding trenches. The summit became a volcano as heavy smoke rose to high altitudes and aviators noted dense atmosphere. Despite twelve attacks in a week the Germans failed to capture the position.
A New York dispatch notes British French and Serbian troops near Salonika as reinforcements land. It estimates 200000 troops in Egypt under General Maahon directing 180000 filatlass Sorviang toward the front, signaling large-scale mobilization for the first line position.
The Tamworth district sees a transfer of the district engineer post to Mr W. Jemking as Peel Shire Engineer. Mr MacTaggart, six years in the role, moves to the Umberumberka Water Supply Broken Hill, after guiding Tamworth from water chaos to a stable supply and funding large schemes. He oversaw Cross Creek weir and site surveys for major storage dams at Bowling Alley Point and Blue Hole, plus hospital upgrades and national bridge maintenance. Mr Blomfield succeeds in Tamworth with experience across Innes Inverell water supplies and naval base work at Jervis Bay.
The dispatch notes heavy bombardment on the Sereth line and occupation of several villages. In Asia, Russian forces repulse a Turkish cavalry and infantry offensive near Laghdad and Serrul, with heavy losses reported.
London reports that five top ministers oppose the Home Rule Parliament idea. Unionist MPs will meet Wednesday and Irish Unionist peers Thursday to discuss the situation amid wartime politics.
Reports from London summarize the Paris Economic Conference achievements. Britain urged to lead, with resolutions aimed at a lasting allied economic system to secure vital raw materials and deter German dominance. Georges Carpentier rejects a price offer, fighting for France rather than money. Greek mobilization changes noted amid Italian setbacks and a toll on shipping.
An unruly speech by a backwoodsman, aimed at commercial men in Paris, asserts that the war’s purpose is to eliminate German rivals. He claims Britons are lazy and incapable next to Germans and calls for drastic actions to set the world ablaze to choke the rivals to death.
In Inverell held discussions on reducing liquor license fees as hotelkeepers ask for lower rents and earlier closing. McKinnon seeks £10 cut on a £35 fee. the Bench renews at £290 with the same charge, while Buxton at Delangra argues earlier closing would cut profits and rent value. Several other reductions are refused. further adjournments follow.
A Sydney weather item notes heavy rainfall and disrupted divisions, with Wednesday’s rainfall described as nearly imperceptible in parts. The fragment references a moratorium to protect soldiers and a Sydney location, but details are unclear.
Mr Hughes privately met with Labor leaders and stressed lessons from Australia relevant to Britain. He urged cooperative militant trade policy during the war and argued for applying these lessons to domestic labor actions.
The first special appeal for fighting men is set for Friday June 20 in New South Wales. Citizens are urged to buy 1 shilling buttons valued at £1 10s and 1s, with larger donations welcome. Proceeds fund the men, avoid distribution costs, and donations may be left at the Observer window or at two street stalls on June 30. An auction of stock and produce will also occur.
A private conference of trades unions representing millions of members adopted a resolution praising Australia for its heroism sacrifices and sympathy for the fallen’s relatives. A second resolution urged stronger blood ties and an Empire that would be a beacon to the world.
A British air squadron attacked the enemy aerodrome near Al Arist destroying two hangars and damaging others. It is believed at least seven machines were put out of action. The British lost three machines. One pilot was captured, another was picked up by an escorting aeroplane, and the third by a motor boat.
General Haig says mining and artillery activity with a surprise bombing on large hostile working parties causing numerous casualties. A Paris official report notes no events to report except artillery activity.
A wide arcing rainstorm linked to a powerful cntarctic disturbance extends from the Tasman Sea into New Zealand and covers South Australia and parts of Queensland and Auckland. A southward centre near Adelaide and a cyclone over NZ drive a monsoonal spill toward the Coral Sea with forecast rain in southern districts and western slopes. Winds shift from westerly to cold southwest as conditions evolve.
The Defence Minister says an arrangement through Mr Hughes will sell the French Government 200000 tons of wheat at current rates, to be delivered in equal parcels over 12 months. Robbery reported in WooHahra. eight pieces of diamond jewellery worth £110 stolen from a residence using a skeleton key. Women’s Sewing Class continues Mondays at Oddfellows Hall with donations list showing local district aid and items like flannelette, buttons, socks, hospital bags and eye bandages.
Lately Sport Maitland reports a charity race meeting postponed due to heat and cold with heavy rain near the finish. Winners include Miss Portland in Opening Handicap and Miss Bing in Conrakeaceys Handicap, with Times around 1.45 and 9.10.
Heavy rain left the track slick for the Moree J C races. Mandicay C fre and Wynda led early wins with Min ting Prince and Blairmore Handicap results noted along with times and betting.
Results list for Roseberry races includes multiple divisions and handicaps. Winners shown with odds and placements such as Orowet Gem and Mesnil in division one, Malena and Athen don in 14 Hands Handicap, and Dooly Parsing leading Maiden Handicap.
Sydney Wednesday wholesale trade in Snaw was quiet with moderate business and plentiful eggs. Markets showed bare cheese and mats and prices slid as heavy abatements eased demand. Concessions on millet and other items appeared. vegetables reported weather effects with forage firm. Slaughterhouse items like onions potatoes eggs and poultry listed with varied prices across ton and dozen units.
At Alexandria today market notes show firmer values and improved quality. Quotations list wheaten chaff good to prime at several price points, lucerne hay strong, potatoes varying by grade and origin including Lyona Glencoe and mixed varieties, with prime levels around 7 for some lots.
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