Premier praises school work and pledges expansion
The Premier and Hon. Walter Manifold toured the State School, noting increased accommodation strain and commending students’ work. He promised rapid funding for further expansion, while Master Walter Dorn and others received praise for model work. A reception followed with brief remarks on remodelling tenders, and further events and lectures were announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Hagelthorn
Walter Manifold
Jus
Drremak
Walter Dornn
Hannah
M.L.A
Accing
Pate
Mportance
Elaima
J. H. Smith
Post Office Robbery Report From Wednesday
A damaged OCR fragment describes a post office robbery with scattered details. It mentions entry, a getaway, and potential involvement of individuals from a local area, but the text is unreadable in places.
Unparalleled Attacks on French Lines Reported
The Petit Parisien cites a prolonged German bombardment and repeated assaults on French positions around Crow's Wood and Cumieres. Despite ten dawns of attack and an eleventh breach into trenches, French defenders repelled the assaults with bayonets and grenades, the German gains remaining precarious.
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Crow’s Wood
Neaher Cumieres
Evem
German bombardment and feared Verdun breakthrough update
Report from Paris via Bete de Paris notes heavy artillery in the Thailes front from Avecourt to Cumieres with hundreds of batteries and light guns in action. German communique claims capture of French positions from Mort Homme to Cumieres, with new Verdun front divisions and heavy night bombardment.
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Marcel Holm
Bete de Paris
Thailes
Avecourt
Cumtieres
Aix
Hores
Paris
Mort Homme
Cumieres
Verdun
Flone
Caurettey Wood
Comieres
Pent
Armaterdam
Mort Hone
Barrockburn Army Non-Combatant Servants Denial
Lord Midleton challenged a Commons statement by Colonel Wire about 200000 officers at the front and 50000 grooms behind. He noted Kitchener replied that all servants and grooms served in the trenches. The discussion touched on whether non combatant staff could be in front lines.
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Kitchener
Lord Midleton
Lords
House of Commons
Wire
An Mid
Chivelstl
Italians and Austrians clash in the Alps amid heavy losses
Report from Rome notes intense fighting around Sette Comuni as Austrian pressure increases while Italians retreat from Asiago and mount defense on the eastern front. Italian wings hold with severe Austrian losses. Italian transports sunk near Trieste. Reinforcements rush to aid Asiago amid disrupted Austrian supply lines.
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Aomeeage
Rome
Sette Comuni
Asiago
Maly
Ameer
Russians defeat Turks advance toward Nineveh
Reports from Petrograd indicate a Turkish assault on a large Russian column pushing toward Nineveh was repelled with heavy losses. The outcome at Baghdad remains pivotal, as control of Nineveh affects the city’s isolation and fate of Bagdad.
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Petrv
Nineveh
Bagednad
Bagdad
Fighting in Baltic: Enemy Convoy Attacked Near Paoden Coast
In Baltic fighting a naval engagement occurred between Halrige and the Paoden coast. The German convoy was attacked by enemy forces aboard several steamers. Casualties and exact timings are unclear in the fragmentary report.
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Caelia
Hown
Menor
Halrige
Paoden
British Troops Seize East African Town Near Rhodesia Border
British forces occupied a town in East Africa about 29 miles northeast of Abercorn on the Rhodesian frontier, seizing ammunition and undermining enemy positions as movements unfolded amid the campaign.
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Africa
Moma
Abercorn
Enormous Zeppelins Reported Near 200 Yards Long
Paris and Swiss experts claim Zeppelins built at German factories on Lake Constance are nearly 200 yards long and armed with four cannons. Berlin reports German aviators FOE loses 24 machines as their piston shaft at Newstadt near Drosdem burns. twenty four aeroplanes destroyed.
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Paris
Spretatora
FOE
Newstadt
Drosdem
Wounded British Prisoners Arrive in Switzerland
First contingent of 500 wounded British prisoners of war from Germany are housed in hotels and boarding houses in Switzerland under Swiss authorities. Britain plans reciprocal treatment for wounded German prisoners.
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Switzerland
Ier
Javid
Great Britain
United States Ready to Fight Speech Cites Rights
President Walon declares the United States prepared to fight for American rights when principles align with national interests. He asserts America will stand firm for its own rights and moral standing, urging unity as nations align in defense of liberty.
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Walon
United States
America
Occupied Territories Rumor of Alien Influx in Dagens Nybeten
The Dagens Nybeten reports that aliens warn they will permeate the distressed population to seize food from America. Central Powers promise distribution to the poor, not to German soldiers or civilians. Norway to ship 4000 tons of grain to the stricken, in exchange for a refund of equal quantity from America. Sweden and Denmark expected to follow similarly.
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Copenhagen
Dagens Nybeten
Allien
Amine Genmman
Ameria
Norway
America
Sweden
Denmark
Russia's Aim in War Questioned in Commons Remarks
Mr St L Guthwaite, Liberal, questioned a visiting Russian group member about a claim that Russia sought to conquer Constantinople. Sir Edward Grey, Foreign Secretary, declined to comment on an official statement and said it was not desirable to discuss another official remark.
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E. Grey
St. L. Guthwaite
House of Commons
M. Molinch
Russan Ayeu
Duthwaite
Edward Grey
Ovestioxs
Realyn
Dunne
M Ore
Hoyal
Donne
Mater Om
Iem
Kropes
Nermany
Germany
German Commerce War Begins Era of Economic Struggle
A clipped editorial outlines a looming German commerce war, predicting aggressive moves by German and Allied firms, a shift toward wartime production, and the potential impact on colonial holdings. It notes Germany’s resolve, the role of courage, and the aim to restore maritime primacy amid postwar questions.
Paris Conference Headlines and Frayed Telegram Notes
Fragmented OCR yields a garbled account mentioning a Paris Conference and a telegram. It references names and uncertain events, with stray phrases about illness, a person named Dan, and an unclear sequence possibly describing a tense or broken exchange. The readable bits suggest a news brief about conference communications rather than a full report.
Balkans War Dispatches Report Bulgarian Concentrations Near Philippopolis
London reports from Salonika that Bulgarian forces concentrate about two miles from Philippopolis while Greek troops hold Demirhisar and the railway at Lhotwirhissar. Bulgarian eastern detachments near Nevrekop foreshadow a drive into Eastern Macedonia as tensions rise between Greece and Bulgaria. In Kula engagement, 25 Bulgarians were killed and 43 wounded, including three Germans. Berlin notes Bulgarian actions in Macedonia with Greek government complicity. Sarrail hints at troop relief and questions artillery activity as shell shortages bite.
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Raeuter
London
Salonika
Philippopolis
Demirhisar
Vardar
Salonike
Dailey Chronicle
Lhotwirhissar
Bulgaria
Beighta
Nevrekop m
Mace
Areatenna Seres Drama
Karalla
Alles
Macedonia
Greece
Kula
Berlin
PM Hopes Pacification in Ireland Under Martial Law
Fragmentary report notes Prime Minister Asquith voting to extend martial law in Ireland as a precaution with hope for a speedy return to peace. Mentions Labour and Lord George amid ongoing parliamentary developments and a planned intermission statement Thursday.
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House of Commons
Prion
HH. Asquith
Ireland
Melbourne Motor Bandits Fail In Robbery Attempt
Two postal workers James McCartney and Hubert J Hughes were robbed near Melbourne workshops before 11 with pepper sprayed faces and a pistol strike. They escaped, one wounded, as attackers fled in a waiting car toward West Melbourne. McCartney treated at hospital and returned home. Iron bar found at scene.
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Melbourne
James [McArtney
Ape
Hubert J. Hughes
Othe
Commonwealth Bank
Hookes
Hau
Tie
Macartory
Kenyg
West Melbourne
Macartnes
Hepeates
Ise
Polling Day in Warrnambool Electorate Opens at Dawn
Voters in Warrnambool begin polling at 6 o clock with a preferential ballot. Candidates include James Davidson Deany, Alfred John Pearce, Percy Garrett Webb, and labor supporters directing votes. Polling places cover Mechanics Institute Allanston to Warrnambool Town Hall with numerous local schools listed as stations.
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Warrambool
Ie Pe Semby
Jon
Beton, Pe
Pearce—t. Labor Vaters
James Davidson Deany
Nene Delacy Dunne Li
Alfred John Pearce
Percy Garrett Webb
Hughes receives honorary Doctor of Laws in Birmingham ceremony
Reuters telegram from London reports Sir Oliver Lodge presiding as Mr W M Hughes is awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws amid praise for Australia’s wartime contributions. Freedom of Birmingham granted in Council Chamber as 2,000 Australians attend a Cecil Hotel reception with Bonar Law and London officials present.
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Reuters
London
Birmingham
Oliver Lodge
Mecca
W. AL. Highes
Commonwealth Prime Minster
Siremuony
Mitherland
Hoghes
Wetore
Australia
Holzher
Conneil
Fenor
Joseph Chemberain
OW. Pitt
Highes
A. Fisher
Roosevelt Impilled in Apparent Assassination Attempt
Mr Thendon Roowyot, once named as a presidential candidate, escaped death when an object struck the motor car in Kansas City as he traveled to support an army program. The instrument appeared damaged by a person in the crowd. Mr Hopewrelt learned of the attack later.
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Battery
New York
Thendon Roowyot
Saan
Bal
Kansas
Hopewrelt
Dr Morse Indian Pills Claim Medical Benefit
A fragment touts Dr Morse's Indian Pills as a remedy for constipation and related complaints. It promotes pills as a safe, proven, liver and kidney stimulant that keeps the blood pure and the system clean, claiming medical support and public use.
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Dr.Morse
Dr. Morse
Posting the returns from polling booths to deputy returning officer
Arranging the returns of voting at each polling booth to be forwarded to Mr J Fulton immediately after the count is completed The first preference votes will be counted to produce a preliminary result The counting of second and third preferences will proceed tomorrow at the Standard office and outside the office the results will be posted
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J. Fulton
Tomer
Fragmented Health Note Prompts Reader Worry
A garbled OCR style health fragment raises concern about wellbeing and coping with illness. The legible parts suggest anxiety over health status and possible worry about symptoms or access to care.
WHT BEFORE THE BATTLE IN THE TOWN HALL
Desmond Dunne and other Liberal figures rally supporters in Warmotboal amid Liberal Labor tensions. Speakers stress centralization, worker welfare, and a straight Liberal vote to keep the seat, with debates over education funding and postwar policy.
Germany Faces Severe Food Pressure Warned in Leaked Letter
A leaked private German letter from Berlin claims Herr von Butock directs food supply through Prussian channels, detailing municipal inventories and a plan to ration 620,000 duchy units. It notes widespread shortages, privatized stores, and a push to control food amid wartime constraints.
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Ruuter
Berlin
Herr von Butock
Vite
Berks
Germany
Italy
Censorship Of Films Discussed By Chief Hac
The Chief Hac day informs a depstation regarding a motion picture ban. His response suggests little sympathy with the request and indicates action toward suppressing certain films.
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McBourne
Repatriation Furd and Art Prices At 750
Informal meeting of the Saldiers held at E790 amid a repatriation furor and discussions of artifacts and pirate activity. Names and places appear garbled but reference to Chenin Uliek Chagos and Peso Grast Peppererah are noted in the fragmentary text.
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Tha
Saldiers
Heb Decents
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F. T. Ford
M.A
Napoleon
San Bi Leon Das Weef
Red Cross
Winslow
Lea'r
Matextos Ir. Sohnnioame
Winslow Hall
Masters Flint Hall
Will Harrington
Kinahan
Dennington
Wows
Cromer
To-Dat
Warrnambool
Exeenet Fienle Heer
Rairkmall
Ronat
Messrs.Brien Bros
Murch, Taylor and Beal
Chris Church Memorial Hall
T. P. Bennett
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Eumeralla
Monn
Moun
Victoria
Hunt
Timboon
Portland
Exchanges Mart
G. Cinquegrana
Liebie
Give. Wickham
Pers
Witte
W. A. Burnett
Fairy-street
Warrnamboo Furnishing Co
Korcit-street
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Melsom Armmons
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Branteyle
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Menta
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Veroon
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Trieste
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Lon
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Terian
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Ghother
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George
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Mechanics’ Institute
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Mechanics Institiute
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Ourden Division
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Cirpendell
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Mechanics’ Latte
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South Parrambete
Nirrunds
MR. W. M. Hughes
Sir Oliver Lodge
MR. Roosevelt
Ecklin
Cohrica
Lanceurt
Koklim
Wally
Town Hall
Alexander Peacock
Tite ‘Haogelthorn
Manifold
Hickford
Si Desay
Regulae Liberal Party
Sr. Pearce
Labor Party
Parre
Desmond Dunne
Armaumboal
Dr. Beanv
Marty
Beesnan
Liberal Party
Elmslie
Done
Warde
Labor
Warmocibol
Mm P. Bh. Webb
Abe
Hye
J.T. Deany
Auplanec
Wabt
Warmatmhoal
Poutscray
F. Pies
Minivter
Theos
Verdon
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