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Newspaper
Warrnambool Standard
Location
Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1918
Page
8
The report describes a late evening dash for liberty by a man named Robert Green in Warrnambool. Green was pursued by Constable H. Midvaffie and escaped after a chase from Melbourne city watch-house.
The article describes failed German and Allied actions near Rheims and on the Western Front, noting French resistance and reported hospital conditions. It includes eyewitness snippets from soldiers and observers, mentioning French grocers, ration concerns, and heavy fighting as parties claim limited advances and high casualties.
Exam notes show Ty Mise and AL Jones passing with creditable marks at Trinity College possibly in Warrnambool February tests. Verna and Verma credited for passing with strong improvement after limited tuition in music.
The Wearm natubeel Chamber of Commerce notes the meeting focused on establishing a citrar beet industry in the district. Officials including President G. S. Mackay and other officers debated the plant’s location and feasibility amid wartime supply issues.
Incoming reports describe a heavy dawn bombardment on the Italian front with gas and shrapnel. British forces halted an assault on the left and recovered, while Denny’s unit repelled tanks and enemy machine gun teams, with a York regiment counterattack restoring positions.
The naval minister Adral Del Bano said floating debris suggested a second Austrian destroyer torpedoed in the Adriatic. The Adriatic incident remains under inquiry with debris evidence cited.
Fragmentary report indicates a London mobilization amid a revolt near Kiel with continuous clashes. Soldiers and police units are described as engaged in heavy fighting as authorities try to regain control.
The latest official dispatches describe heavy fighting with prisoners taken totaling nine thousand and many ships captured. Allied machines suffered losses, with only two returning. bullets and shellfire disrupted lines near Sevilla and Montell. British airmen were forced to descend over Zeeland after bombing sorties.
The Times correspondent in Tokio reports Japan prepares a decisive act as foreign powers push intervention. Britain France Italy and the United States urge action to restore order, deter Germany, and support Allies after a market shock and rising tensions in Siberia and Asia.
Community gathering at Warrnambool discusses government role in fixing meat and midwife prices. Speakers including Mr Watt urge cooperative action with government, debate law of supply and demand, and call for local committee members to monitor form, quality, and delivery while addressing producer concerns.
A chaotic city council record notes the death of a stipendiary steward and lists attendees and motions from a Tuesday night session. The entry includes references to council members and ongoing topics such as railway matters and engineering reports.
A parliamentary debate discusses war credits and Allied leaders. Bonar Law cites a credit figure of 500 million plus, praising air and submarine forces and general Allied effort while Asquith and others urge rapid reinforcement and reassurances on replacements and losses.
A heavily garbled report notes delegates of dominions learning war details and England facing no division. It hints at fear, resolve, and national duty as Britain braces for conflict and unity under strain. Strong, named entities are scarce due to the damaged text.
United Service Special Cable reports prisoners released and Australians isolated amid updated air war losses. German air activity on the Western Front shows five aircraft on the front in June, with Allied pilots downing 33 of 40 German planes. French and German sortie tallies are given for January through May, highlighting shifts in air engagements and internment concerns.
Melbourne report notes Mr Watt and Thorulae The Arting Prime in a trial related inquiry. The record shows declined engagement at this stage with no further information available.
Fragmentary OCR style text mentions producers firm ministers and an executive committee. No clear event or identities are discernible.
A long fragmentary tale describes a buried tin box found in a Black Hoek area near East Malvern. A caretaker discovers the box, but the full treasure tale and names remain unclear amid garbled text and missing details.
Melbourne reports Mr Wart announced the Commonwealth Government faced a shortage in loyal aid plans. Officials expect a result by month end with a total impact likely around 1000 units.
Melbourne Turwilay reports the Prices Commission studied requests for a tobacco price increase. The commission examined the application for higher piece prices and the related effects on the market.
A court recounts a false pretences case involving Lewis Sterling and others. The defendant claimed innocence and threatened to plead at trial, while jurors consider the implications of alleged deception and potential imprisonment.
Ballarat highlights include Mare Megat Glide Abyrdiesen as top trotters with Megat taking lead in a tight field. Amy Sparks Ming Verdun Campanitorm and Ponyface Hilana J. show strong finishes. Farewell Handicag marks Lady Lorraine as a standout older horse with a decisive win.
The committee recommends raising the education department’s gerder pay by 4 pounds 15 shillings per year and notes actions by the Inspector of Nuisances including penalties for noxious weeds. It reports on dwelling fitness, a child safety concern, and planned future discussions on local repairs and electricity applications.
An Australian libel case unfolds with witnesses and a jury, naming John Hwan and Abbey Hine of Ballarat. The court hears allegations from a publisher tied to a defamatory item and a claimed person deems the statements insulting.
General William Birdwood commends Kerr in a letter from France to Brooke Kerr, expressing pride in Kerr’s conduct and status among officers. The message notes Kerr’s early promotion and readiness, with Birdwood sending best wishes as Allied forces press toward England and theater command.
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