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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1916
Page
2
The forecast calls for cloudy skies with rain likely in the hills. Winds shift from northeast to southwest as a cool front moves through the region.
A vivid 1920s column rails at delayed universal service camp plans in Syarex, arguing Federal Ministers bow to trade unions and Labor Leagues. It condemns slow enlistment, warns of delayed war effort, and stresses mass mobilization against privileged classes amid global conflict, urging unified public support.
Commonwealth Meteorology notes a slight retrogressive movement in the air mass over the past 24 hours extending northward from Adelaide to Thargomindah and toward New Zealand. Winds shift to southwest squalls with more showers along the coast and central regions. otherwise fine weather expected.
The caucus approved a bill allowing licensed premises to stay open until eleven but restricting liquor sales. New business requires parliamentary action in the coming session. Hotels and attached shelves may operate for ordinary business until 9 pm, with restrictions on wine. A referendum decision applies broadly, with a separate vote planned for June 1 to address wine sales exceptions.
Reports describe intensified fighting as German forces push, with hurried German concentration and strong local enemy successes claimed by Allied observers.
A Times correspondent reports on Russia front fighting and German troop buildup as plans unfold for a single nationwide union. Industrial leaders back a continental alliance with Laker Cammell and Tap endorsing the movement to send delegates to an August conference.
The Times reports Italian forces push toward Pedescala as Austrian defenses crumble in Trentino. Rain eases supply lines. prisoners cry for water as retreating Austrians scorch towns. The Milan and Rome correspondents note collapsing Austrian lines and Italian King Victor Emmanuel entering reconquered Alsace with rallying cries to troops.
A combined goods and stock train in the Calerin Preadalbane area about 161 miles from Sydney split, the rear colliding with the front and derailing stock trucks. Twenty cattle were killed and several sheep died. No crew injuries reported. The southbound mail service was disrupted for hours and arrived in Sydney late.
Alfred Montliek was charged in South Sydney Police Court with attempting to deter Fanny Knepp from pursuing an application under the Rent Tenants Act for a reduced rent on a Newtral Bay house. The magistrate fined £15 and imposed three months hard labor for default, stressing tenants must be protected.
Sydney cabinet members authorize defamation writs seeking 20 000 pounds for alleged libel against Mirror Newspaper. Sundin sues for 500 pounds over alleged slander of title.
London reports from Tom Newton describe harsh treatment of German prisoners by Allied forces at various camps. Officials claim limited access for observers and a lack of full cooperation from German guards, with mixed conditions and ongoing concerns about mistreatment and discipline.
In the Industrial Court today Judge Heydon ruled that female workers in the printing trade may perform shop work at home. His Honor said a married woman or a daughter caring for a sick mother might welcome at home work, and it would be unjust to bar them from doing so.
The court debated charges of treason amid defense claims by Mrs Temist Bailey and Casement. Casement read a statement denying advising against Russia or supporting the Germans and called insinuations about aiding German aims false. He asserted he never urged others to join Germany and rejected the notion of collaboration with German officials.
Lords hear ministers pressed on policy as Crewe asserts government aims to consider Irish affairs. Reports say Salishire officials want latest infection data from southern provinces and questions rise over restraining orders. Prime minister and Whitaker press secretary face inquiries about policy details.
A dispatch reports Dublin facing Sinn Fein activity met with strong opposition to martial law. Authorities claim Sinn Fein support is expanding, with rebels executed and the government emphasizing martial law as the principal safeguard for public order.
In a Wednesday address Mr Londin reports Premier Rana ofQueenshind urging unity. The text claims all people should remain loyal to the Crown and stresses brotherhood between Munster and Ulster in support of the Empire. It calls for directing efforts toward housing rather than domestic strife.
Paris reports small skirmishes near Hill Morthommé and Hill 21 with German counterattacks repulsed. French lines near Fleury and Chapitres woods endure heavy bombardment with mines gas and smoke clouds. After twelve hours of bombardment French forces launched attacks across positions held Friday, forcing German losses to appear heavy.
The United States conducts war preparations and mobilization as debates continue on a formal declaration of war. President Wilson seeks to extend time for Carranza’s reply while combatant nations press plans. Protests and bandit activity are reported alongside military actions.
Treasury officials anticipate a smaller surplus at year end compared with last year with a range around £50,000 to £60,000 as several departments have recently pressed for funds. No official figure is yet released.
In Sydney a meeting of the Pas toralists Union of New South Wales council agreed to strictly follow the award terms and to enforce contracts with pastoral employees who signed agreements.
German leaders debate wartime strategy with calls to detach France from its Allies. Chancellor warns of needed sacrifices, cites Verdun as example, while conservatives push for broad French breakdown despite costs.
War dispatch reports raids at multiple German trench lines on Faraday night with German casualties. Augres raid hit damaged fortifications while Highland Infantry raid on Vernelles La Busses Road netted prisoners and two machine guns. French communique notes German penetrations at Padure shent Int repelled by counter attack. Artillery thwarted German attempts at German trenches.
A damaged dispatch from London on Wednesday reports a Turkish communique alleging calm north of Chieh rekh and clashes near the Red Sea. British ships bombard Holy sites while the Turkish claim is dismissed as unverified and officially discredited in England.
General Cadorna’s strategy flanked Austrian positions on the Asiago tableland and ridge lines as Alpini offensive began June 14 and by June 27 Italian forces attacked the entire front. Austrian 2nd and 8th Mountain Brigades and other units suffered heavy losses with reserves not brought forward. Retreat and haste marked enemy withdrawal as contact was lost at multiple points. Beselli’s Chamber of Deputies statement praised Allied solidarity and military coordination.
Correspondents report on the British artillery offensive beginning the 26th aiming to destroy German defenses supply lines and offensive power. The German reply has been weak, with villages used as billets erased and front-line bombardment described as ceaseless across the Lovs district.
An official statement warns the world of the terrible effects of the Karlsruhe bombardment and denounces the German attack. It says Allied reprisals may follow German bombardments of open towns like Belfort and Lunéville, with civilians bearing the consequences.
A Berlin message reports Socialist leader Liebknecht sentenced to two and a half years in penal servitude and dismissed from the army. Demonstrations in his favor were dispersed by police. many casualties and injuries were reported amid the unrest.
Milan column reports British artillery power and ample ammunition sparking fear and ruin on the Western Front. German Chancellor warns of a precarious situation saying they might last until March if things go well. He notes visits by Austro Hungarian and Turkish deputies pressing for a separate peace over submarine warfare.
Weather across southern central and western districts records further rain. Keacloake reports over 12 inches of new fall as preparations for War Chest Button Day proceed with committees predicting a record collection tomorrow.
Alice Cohen acknowledges receipt of books and journals from multiple donors including Mrs Arthae Madden Mr Thomas Gary Somerton Mrs Bielefeld Puri Mrs Patterson Mrs Vet Covseine Mire ot Vo Thayle Ab tubya Mr J MrMahon Mrs Allan MacLean Piallimore Mrs H H Trawson Mrs AL Roben Mrs Wo Tye Mrs VW OT Gohen and Mrs M McTaggart Sevlouts.
The Prussians to date are officially reported at 2,740,196 casualties with numbers continuing to mount amid ongoing hostilities near Perne on a Wednesday report.
In Paris discussions the premier hopes to outline steps on the Disarmament findings from the Paris Economic Center. Lord Cecil notes Britain and France will not outline partial enforcement of the Declaration of London. The Pope orders a general communion for July 1 to pray for peace.
Petrograd reports a renewed Russian defense against a heavy night attack southeast of Riga near Palkara, with reinforcements arriving and Russian forces repelling the assault. Elsewhere Russian engineers overcome bridge-building obstacles as they slow the enemy push toward Bukovina and defeat Turkish forces at Lake Urmia and Kalatystrahin.
The Sydney sheep show opens at the Royal Agricultural Show Ground with exhibits from New South Wales and overseas including New Zealand Victoria Tasmania and Queensland. The steamer Wokadonu arrives from Launceston with a sheep cargo valued at £120000 as awards list names Captain Dangar Henry Hall Thomas Ming and Thomas Bowling for various Corriedale and fine wool classes.
German Generals Mucken gen Borowich and Keeyich will replace Linsingen Pflonser and Bothmer on the Baa front. Our man Washburn reports Livitzkon on the 87th met was a center of a maelstrom as gunfire and transports filled the front.
Dispatch from El Paso reports General Trevino orders American prisoners at Chihuahua Gliy moved to Jnarex with arms. Washington notes an immediate break with the United States was averted by freeing 23 troopers captured at Cardinal. No further pledge or action specified.
The article notes Russia aims to reach the sea via the Dardanelles. It speculates Sweden could inherit the Aland Islands after the war and mentions a German goods stamp in Russia becoming impossible postwar.
The Prime Minister announced Italy will remain with the Allies until final victory. The ministry plans to intensify military operations as Parliament opens. The past quarter saw £102,000 paid in Britain at Super Tax.
The late Yuan Shikai's funeral proceeded from the President's home in Chengtu to the railway station in Peking. Leading naval and military officers priests lamas and diplomats accompanied the procession as 102 guns fired and bells rang across the city.
The report lists horses and odds for an Australian event at Flemington with principal events and a Newmarket Handicap separate card. It records numerous horse names and stakes as part of a large entry list for July meetings, noting winners, positions, and weights in a dense historical racing timetable.
The Muswellbrook event lists weights declared for the Flying Handicap on Tuesday July 4 with numerous horses including Knoglah Laney Irish Gal and Duke Chester. Other entries cover the Ayr Flock Gennetta Home Kal Roberts Flower Post and Flower Green. Canterbury Park listings also note Welter Handicap entries and related runners.
The report notes bacon surplus exports at about 25 percent of output and steady prices for most grains. Maize shows no improved demand from the country, while straw and hay fetch brisk firm rates. Potatoes and other farm goods vary with modest bids and strong activity in late-week trade.
Market reports from Sydney note brisk demand for all forage types with limited oat and wheat sales. Quotations show oats at 2/7 per stone and lucerne hay prices rising. primes for straw and grain adjust modestly amid steady trade. No local sales were recorded.
Hydney Thursday market notes 1900 cattle yarded with bullocks selling around 18s to 1£ and cows 8 to 20s. Sheep yarded 17 000 with a firm mark and better prices for some? ewes and wethers traded around 2s to 2s 6d, with extreme highs noted. Continuous demand indicated across cattle and sheep.
London metal markets show copper and tin slipping in spot trading with forward prices quoted. Declines noted across lead and zinc with small down shifts in three month forward contracts amid cautious trading and standard tin pricing.
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