Warrnambool notices and community events brief
Local items report a proposed sea wall construction plan and its impact on shore access, updates on YMCA Triangle Demobilisation donations, a Warrnambool to Dennington railway accident with a male victim, a city band performance at the Botanic Gardens, a Christmas hospital donation, welcome home events for servicemen, today’s cinema listings, weather forecast for Victoria, and local ads including upcoming sales and services.
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Warrnambool
Denhington
Joseph McSwain
Ceriling
Rosebrook
Flo
Port Fairy Hospital
Korvit
Air Power and Allied Reception Amid World War Era
The report describes experimental aerial torpedo use and German countermeasures, noting aircrafts capable of dropping torpedoes and floating if damaged. It covers allied air ministry efforts, naval actions, and a royal holiday atmosphere with crowds and banners. It also details President Wilson's Dover arrival and welcoming ceremonies in London, with tributes and reciprocal gestures.
Triumph of Shin Regre and Separation Demand
A fragmentary report notes a Sinn Fein gathering where supporters demanded separation and the formation of a national conference. The piece references Fein and elected figures asserting aims despite unsettled seating at a recent assembly.
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Fein
Iris’ Stoker
Anzac Acknowledgments And Returns At War Thanks
Veterans and families gather in Winslow to honor Anzac servicemen. Messages of welcome for returning soldiers, notes on postwar housing, and community events fill a crowded report with reflections on courage and gratitude.
Inter-Allied Conference Seats and Dominion Roles
The four great powers will hold five seats each at the inter-Allied Conference with varied delegation. Dominion representatives may not occupy British seats but will appear as separate delegations when their interests are affected. Australia may seek indemnity for postwar damages while President Wilson resists general indemnities.
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United Service
London
Wachemaon
Dominion
Australia
Imperial War Cabinet
Wilon
Medhal
Australian prisoners released as men return from war zones
London reports that 2110 Australians petition from Germany amid newly released prisoners. Lieut. William Fender remains missing after being wounded and captured by Turkish airmen. Only 38 of captured ranks in Turkey are confirmed to have survived, with dispatches uncertain on subsequent fate.
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Facmman
A . Rilden
P. McNamars
WF. Eran
Ay, Michell
Litchie
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Miay Dontims
B.D
Mig C. ‘Ergpen
MJ. Kennedy
A Jones
P. W. Love
Singhtan
Arphy
Iallou
Cameron's Tke Poulere
Japan-street
Warrnambool
Heen Chia
United Serwice
London
Germany
Torke
William Fender
Fieer
Aleway
Turker
Fighting in Berlin and new government pressure
Reuters dispatch reports heavy street fighting in Berlin amid turmoil as calls grow to replace the Ledebour Liebknecht ministry. Reports say naval-heavy clashes occurred Tuesday morning with the Third Cavalry Division bombarding holdings and sailors withdrawing after exchanges. eight killed or wounded.
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Tandon
Berlin
Ite
Pris Kaldiera
Ledebour-Liebhoecht
Ledebour
Liebknerhy
The Russian Problem in Paris Press Focus
Paris based French papers discuss the Russia situation noting Allied reluctance to intervene militarily. They emphasize public sentiment, the army's morale, winter hardships, and the uncertain prospects for any expedition, portraying cautious policy in a tense European context.
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Paris
Russia
Unclear text fragment from Melbourne notice
Fragmentary OCR text referencing Melbourne addresses and individuals. includes stray names such as Mrs D Clifford and Mr Walter Davies and mentions Warrnambool. content is garbled with incomplete phrases and stray punctuation.
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Vermish
Repre
Warrnambool
Walter Davies
Christmas in London Features and Royal Observances
The Christmas Day pageant centered on the lavish display at the Albert Hall where crowds cheered a procession. The King and Queen visited Westminster Abbey for a service as the Dean delivered a stirring sermon recalling Britain’s wartime resilience and empire preservation.
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London
Albert Hall
Westmeinster Abbey
Unsound Medical Claim From Historical Advertisement
A dubious physician promotes a purported cure for chronic diseases linked to intestinal halpo song and constipation. The text claims NUJOL is harmless and effective for treating constipation and purging body poisons, citing unnamed standards and diagnoses.
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W. K. Kell
Ships to Australia Fleet Builds Amid War Effort
Melbourne reports Acting Prime Minister Watt and Mr. Hughes confirm a large convoy to Australia. Forty three steamers totalling 23.3 million tons carry invalids, munition workers, and families. Sixty more steamers with 411,600 tons head to boost wheat and flour. An additional 20 cargo steamers of 110,218 tons and a neutral fleet of 45,606 tons are part of the major movements to Australia and New Zealand.
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Melbourne
Watt
Hughes
Australia
Iere
Dying Like Flies in Vienna Blockade Urges Aid
In London a telegraph report warns that Vienna faces starvation as Austrian civilians, including a sister of a distressed family, plead for food. The message claims 200000 men will die if relief is not sent and notes already accounts of people dying from hunger.
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Rauter
London
Seme Archer
Drakh Taan
Austria
Vienna
Commercial Flying Aims at India Tour Pending Weather Hurdles
Reuters notes a planned tour of inspection by power of his figure on Torr wan to India facing weather and Air Ministry delays. Mails were collected en route as the Cairo to Delhi route 8233 miles was flown in about 1 hour 20 minutes with no trouble. A letter from the Sherif of Feranl to the King of Aedjes asks Arabs to assist if needed. The flight, though not a regular service, signals a future for commercial aviation.
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Ossetny
Tt Ir
Air Ministry
Ater
Oes Garman
Gert. Ross
M. O'Keefe
Egypt
Onal
France
Mme
London
Reuter
Viisage
Sherif of
Feranl
Aedjes
Interstate Cricket Sours Through Rainy Melbourne Match
Melbourne weather aided an interstate cricket clash between Victoria and New South Wales with a delayed start and sawdust around the wicket for safety. Victoria bowled well with Noble and Tremonger leading, while New South Wales faced steady bowling as TreMonger and Ryder shared key wickets.
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Melbourne
Victoria
New South Wales
Cos
Markets Report Sparse Activity With Limited Freight
A terse market note notes only a few shipments moving and limited business. It mentions delivery of chalarris stone and a small number of trucks in operation, reflecting subdued activity and nominal prices amid the downturn.
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Imprio
Churches Plan Morning Services Across Denominations
The article lists services at Christ Church Wanrmambed St John’s Presbyterian and other churches. It notes morning sermons on Pax and Progress, with evening topics including Up Again Heart and Christ Spearendeert, inviting visitors and friends to attend. Local ministers include Rev J Hal, Rev J Tansford, and Rev A B Cocks with lay leaders guiding worship.
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St. John’s Presbyterian Chuarch
Joan Gray
Serei Methedim
B. Cocks
Hartihs
Breen
Deanngton
Henry Worrall
Baotie
Dangers of Rare Diseases Blind to Medical Aid
A fragmented report warns of diseases that attack body and mind, defying cure and medical aid. The text notes the threat to health and the difficulty of treatment, urging awareness and caution.
Ladies College invites women to join valuable information booklet
An offer from the Ladies College at 837 Collins Street Melbourne invites every woman to write for an eight page booklet of valuable information. The notice urges timely submissions and highlights education opportunities for women.
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Ladies College
Melbourne
Amusements at Selson's Pictures
The town hall programme features a mix of films including a popular comedy drama and The House of Hate. Olive Thorne and Aloe already star in Heiress for a Day, with screenings of Pathe gasettes and a Triangle comedy. Dan Timonin presents a nine o’clock start with reserved seats available at no charge.
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Mareen
Hein
Odd One Mall
Eeputal
Feelhom
Power
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Aloe
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Dan Tie Matinon
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