Auction notices and wartime politics mix in a long page
The page lists sheep auction lots with breeders Johnston Fletcher and partners, plus a note on German Diet debates in Amsterdam. It mentions wethers described by breed, shorn dates, and conditions, alongside calls for peace and unity in Germany with various socialist figures debating annexation and war aims.
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Amsterdam
Wienir
Iebknecht
Hrwan
Soelallat
Germany
Bavanna
Belgium
Aitoma Bren
Herr Wienir
Herr Heinemann
Herr Linknech
Persistence in Piracy Policy In Diplomacy Note
United States reports from Berlin indicate Germany will not relinquish submarine warfare and seeks to protect passengers while negotiating with Washington. The note defends Britain’s food blockade policy and argues immunity for belligerent merchant ships only if attacks are restricted by German submarines.
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United Press Association
Mes
Berlin
Germany
United States
Wilson
Britain
Washington
Compro
Western Front Communique Reports Front-Line Progress
Paris reports a June 25 communique detailing Allied attacks between Congre and Souchex with progress. A counterattack on the Labyrinth was repulsed as Germans bombarded Caloun with asphyxiating shells and burning liquid, then were driven from a second Mine section by a counterattack. Night attacks were halted by our fire curtain and infantry assaults on Keichackerapp trenches stopped. A German air raid dropped five bombs near Zoydeoote without causing harm.
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Paris
Congre
Souchex
Labyrinth
Germany
Caloun
Keichackerapp
Zoydeoote
Tamworth Sheep Selloff Aims At Low Prices
Mixed lot of wethers and ewes from Tamworth advertised for sale. The terse listing notes shorn condition and good weights, with several entries described as sound and well grown. Owner sells as is, highlighting low asking prices and opportunistic bidding.
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Tamworth
Omark
Benier
Colly Creek
Caine
Woot
Rook
Vota
Plerkert Park Biel
Tirlen Viel
Sears
Ghauri
Tie Dries
Biel
Ovina
Poe Dine
Creare
Durhaus
Durham
Durham Crowes
Ocrawley & Col
Auction Sale at Municipal Yards in Tamworth
Frank Wyndham stock and station agent announces an auction at the Municipal Yards. The sale includes 12000 sheep and mixed cattle from Ponte Estires Estates, with Byrnes as the agent. Sale begins at opening time with public attendance invited.
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Frank Wyndham
Tamworth
Byrnes
Mane
Munich
Victoria Cross Awarded to Commander Narusith for Marmora Submarine Feat
London reports Commander Narusith awarded the Victoria Cross for a daring Marmora Sea operation that sank a Turkish warship and multiple transports and store ships, then torpedoed another transport on the homeward leg. Lieut Dingley Hughes and Acting-Lieutenant Robert Frown receive the Distinguished Service Order and each crew member earns a Distinguished Service Medal.
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London
Nasuith
Sea of Marmora
Trateport Veewels
Dingley-Hughes
Robert Frown
Fresh Direct Lines Gip Worded Cattle Breeder Report
Mixed ventare and early consignments list various cattle types including GAICALL MOTE Pi entries. Notes mention Lincoln Crossbreds four animals and a batch of mated wethers with December and October condition reports. Several entries reference Plains bred stock with good frames and sound condition, including 120 woollen wethers and a September purchase.
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Bendemeer
Lincoln
Tamwortt
Rartara
British Munitions Bill Profits Fixed Amid War Economy
The report discusses government aims to fix profits of munitions firms, with details on wartime controls, ministerial oversight, and implications for industry. It references the Board of Trade and the Minister of Munitions, noting how profit ceilings would be determined from wartime production and costs.
Nathan Cohen and Co Offers unclear notices from Tamworth and Watitaba
Fragmentary OCR lists Nathan Cohen and Co. Ltd. with locations Tamworth and Watitaba and mentions coats and sellers in garbled terms. It includes stray numbers, dates, and imperfect phrases lacking clear actions or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathan Cohen & Co., Ltd
Tamworth
Unclear Racing Card Details Across Two Days
Fragmented OCR shows two day racing terms with names like Virgherithe STEVES MOLE and L PARK STARES. Numbers such as 20 saves 6 furlongs and 25 saves appear, but many words are garbled leaving no clear event, date, or outcome to confirm.
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Pising Hiuidinap
Wothy FE Airlines Chase
Whale Et
German Forces Hold Position in Galicia Report
Amsterdam June 25 A German communique says General von Mackensen's army remains unchanged while parts of General von Linsingen's corps have crossed south of the Dniester in reaction to stronger enemy counter attacks. Our riverfront assault advances further upstream.
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Amsterdam
von Mackensen
von Linsingen
Dni Oater
New South Wales Agent General Sees Canadian and Australian Valor
In London on June 15 Mr A R Wise said the war strengthened ties between overseas dominions and Britain. He cited Canadian bravery at Neuve Chapelle and Australian exploits at Gallipoli, praising these deeds as uniting the dominions and fortifying bonds.
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London
A. R. Wise
New South Wales
Neuve Chapelle
Gallipoli
Wray
Norwegian Steamer Trauma Torpedoed Near Shetland
The Norwegian steamer Trauma, en route from Archangel to London, was torpedoed and burned off the Shetland Islands. The crew were saved and 30 officers held in Britain’s custody for submarine prisoners have been returned to their former detention sites according to the Press Bureau.
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London
Trauma
Archangel
Shetland Island
Trister
Britain
Australia Day fundraiser meeting called by the mayor
A meeting was convened by the mayor to discuss Australia Day activities and the fundraising drive for troops. townspeople, schools, and civic groups are urged to attend as organizers plan events and a community race to boost contributions.
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Peron
Tuowerti
Distriot
Ceremony Apologizes for Diabetic Aid Mixup
Local ceremony addressed a mishap involving misprinted aids for a diabetic support program. Officials offered apologies and pledged corrections and future oversight to prevent repeats.
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Johnston & Fletcher
Tamwe
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Western Front
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Toile
Clutnee
Ledp Baer
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Goed Tot
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Qi Korafer
Wtuttees— Mahony & CO
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Scone Stock and Station Agency
J A. Simpson & CO
SCONE
North Coast Railway
Achiss
Pelee
Kiew
Walteis
Stovk
Kempres
Watitaba
Campa Santo
Jane Mack
Goa
Wanditin
Weegee Palace Watt
Annie Velie
Pathe Educational
Cnet Disnigion
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Gunnedah Jockey Glub
Steves Mole
Ll, Ayling, “Seca UN
Ison
Peer AL
Dra
Suez Canal
Constantisonle
Herwely
Schntta
Jurand National Streplechase
Teemuir
Willmas
Ash
Poe
Poa Mhibbren
Dale Miien
Juse Cireljeetre
Edad
Ferns
UJ. Britten
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Jima
Tom J. Quirk
PG. Smith &Co. Ltd
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B.A. Wise
Britten
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Sheen
Fone Sven
Ellen Getuber
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Mo Mooney
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Pater
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Go Martett
J Lopewli
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Hoooplys
New Trees
Neon Mir
Silvester
Ab Ity Gambie Wolk Aid Syn
Kevin W. Mowney
Avda
Walesse Millebokt
F fBealy
P. Mhandiy
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KE Cromp
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I Pyusa
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I Shurwin
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