Continental MERE raffles and market day notes
Mrs W Robinson and Mrs Camp organized raffles at the Woodford district fair on Continental Fate day. Proceeds benefited the Red Cross, with thanks extended to donors and volunteers. local decorators and helpers listed. Also reports on agricultural scholarships, Warrnambool events, a Cudgee honor parade, and a schedule of local notices and advertisements.
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W. Robinson
Camp
Jell
Woodford
Wedynstay Co
Sefsrlano and Co
Weale
B. Cusens
Si Y Smith
Hetpman
Chas
Wmicelin
Horn
Bosh
Wis
Red Cross
Soriaty
Red Sighing
Ruth Dickson
Mics
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Villier and Rodgers
Ornetinz
Enteanes
Finneer
Baker
A. Rollinson
H. J. Smith
Donald
Tinker
Alice Vikiors
Scott Drewitt
Botarist
Nhses Walsh and Hambridge
Diphtheria Advice For Children With Colds
A fragment suggests using Cham berlainie Cough Remedy to help children with colds and reduce the risk of diphtheria. It emphasizes keeping the child indoors and clean, with careful attention to throat symptoms, to limit spreading infections in the neighborhood.
Wellington Province Legislative Council Election Result
In Ballarat on Friday the Wellington Province election followed the retirement of Hon J Y McDonald. C Walkers leads with 12,2) 1077 votes though returns are incomplete and cannot be corrected.
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Dell
Ballarat
Riday
Legislative Council
Wellington
J. Y.m'donald
C. Walkers
Canadian leader pushes land settlement plan after war
Sir Robert L. Borden, Canadian Prime Minister, in London for the Empire War Council, seeks to advance soldiers settlement on land after the war. He has urged appointing additional Canadians to the Colonial Office committee, leveling Canada's representation with Australia as immigration efforts proceed.
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United Service
London
Priday
Robert L. Borden
Canada
Empire War Council
Freeni
Colonial Office
Australia
Canneo
Strikes Rip German Mines and Kropps Amid Food Woes
Ibig reports from Amsterdam that 60,000 men struck in the German mines and 15,000 at Kropps, driven by food shortages. The strike lasted three days as families and workers coped with disruptions, while a large military presence preserved order.
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London
Ibig
Amsterdam
Gernis
Seaculls as Food in London Market
In London at Smithfield Market seaculls are being sold for eating. The Times advises smoking and salting the birds like muttonbirds before consumption, reflecting a controversial culinary use.
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London
Suithfield
Teondon
the Times
China steelers add four 70,000 ton ships in US draw
Reuters report from New York states China Steel Company contracted four additional steamers of 70,000 tons each to be built in America. Two ships will be built in Philadelphia and two in Baltimore, meeting the national shipbuilding push.
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Reuter
New York
Chinarel Company
America
Twra
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Price increases announced for Manchester Guardian and rivals
It is announced that the Manchester Guardian will rise in price from a penny to two pence while The Daily Despatch of Manchester will move from a halfpenny to nine pence. The Daily News and The Daily Chronicle will stay at half a penny.
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London
Manchester Guardian
Manchester
The
Daily News
Daily Chronicle
Perils of Divorce headlining amuses at town hall
The Perils of Divorce dominates the evening's amusements with star Edna Wallace Hooper and Frank Sheridan in leading roles. Pathe's Gazette offers continental news and a scenic film The Environs of Mrs Dore. Matt and Jo appear in Serena is Sweet, plus a series of comedies. Ballad Carwoo at Garvee Hall next Thursday night. Jumble Yair and cooking contests noted for the Fe d of Cross Society.
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Leiding
Ly Taro
Misa Edna Wallace Hooper
Irank Sheridan
Pathe
Gazette
Garvee
Panmure
Moire -Machanics
Bia Cross Society
British Domination At Bapaume Dramatic Developments Reported
Reuter’s London summary cites British dominance at Bapaume with reports of enemy retreat and progress around Miraumont and Souchiez. Haig reports prisoners in February numbering 33,353 including 36 officers. Germans claim voluntary evacuation of favored positions while British attacks at Le Transloy and Sailly largely failed outside certain captured areas.
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London
Priday
Reuter
Ligny
Albert Road
Thervon
Mreshsl
Nougles Haig
Thie Antere
Mnassase
Berlin
Anere
Desraved
le Transloy
Sailly
Messap
Souehor
A. Mroneh
Bozonraux
Retreat and rumors mark German lines in WWI front
Reports from Paris and London discuss German retirements behind new lines between Thilloy and Tries and the possibility of a westward retreat. Analysts note Haig avoiding traps while Hindenburg strengthens a pivot point to counterattack from a sturdier front as news outlets speculate on future German movements.
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Bananme
M. Mares Hutin
Beho de Paris
Douglas Haig
von Hindenmra
British report on German retreat from Gommecourt and Somme actions
Reuters dispatch from British HQ describes Germans evacuating Gommecourt fortress with destruction left behind. Open fighting continued along the Somme as a new British assault aims to straighten lines. Reports praise General Gough and Nivelle for bold maneuvers and early 1917 campaign gains.
Australians raid near Armenitiores report
United Services Special Cable says wounded Australians arrived in Landay cheerful and proud of inflicting German losses. They credit divisional artillery with pinpoint accuracy aiding a bayonet–free advance, though some crews fell in dugouts or from bombs and heavy fire. The correspondent at British HQ notes rapid progress as Australians swept a third German line, mowing down fleeing troops with Lewis guns.
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United Servies
Armenitiores
Landay
Ter
Eastern Front Updates From War Telegrams
Reports from Reuters and wireless despatches describe Romanian and Russian efforts on the eastern front, with Romanian premier cautious after Petrograd hints of Russian aid. Civilians are conscripted for work on railways as wartime strains intensify, including unmarried women urged into railway roles.
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Daisy
Wallughia
Ciges
Chaos in Macedonia Follows Government Contempt
Reuters reports chaotic conditions across Macedonia as provincial authorities resist, with government power surviving only where aligned with reservist support. French general staff vows ruthless treatment of any capture attempts and guarantees swift action, signaling tense military strain.
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Old Gresce
Camitrdgs
War correspondent reports air raid damage at Sous
Mr. Waed Pires, war correspondent, reports bomber strikes on Allied camps at Sous. He says significant damage occurred and one machine was brought down.
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Publishadin
the Times
Waed Pires
Sous
Victory on Tigris Turks shattered on advance
London reports Major offensives on the Tigris where Turkish forces were shattered. British commanders claim over 2 900 prisoners taken since February 25 and 6 000 since the start of the December 23 offensive. Casualty estimates place Turkish losses over 20 000. Pursuit continues with cavalry and gunboats keeping up the chase. six guns and a large captured vessel among other captives and materiel reported.
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Porster
Financiale
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Imord
Ferster
Maulene
Meds
Morancinmid
Italy at peace effort shelved after votes
The Italian Chamber of Deputies shelved a peace resolution by 827 votes. Premier declared peace without victory impossible. The press notes that the peace idea is illogical and unpopular, with Italians condemning the stance of the government in the debate.
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London
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Lo Ol
Sienor Oseth
Giornols d'Italia
DARDANELLES CAMPAIGN REPORT TO BE CIRCULATED NEXT WEEK
In the House of Commons yesterday Chancellor Bonar Law said the Dardanelles Commission report would be circulated next week with omissions requested by foreign governments. Substantial portions were unaffected. Copies would be sent confidentially to party leaders on Tuesday.
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London
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A. Bonar Taw
The
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Dardanelles Commission
Bombs Hit Broadstairs School in Morning Air Raid
A hostile aircraft dropped bombs on Broadstairs, injuring a teacher and causing desks, papers, and books to be scattered. An infant school’s exterior blast disrupted the room but the head teacher calmed the children, who sang while awaiting dismissal.
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Reuter
London
Oficial Press Bureau
Fyoman
United Service Special
Tipperary
British service plans 1000 B class Australians for farming
A United Service Special Cable reports Brigadier-General Anderson in charge of administration arranging to send 1000 B class Australians to agricultural work in Britain as part of Imperial Force programs.
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Adminis ‘Tration
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Zimmerman Note Controversy Moves to Senate Review
Washington debates the authenticity of the Zimmermann note as Secretary of State reports a plot involving Mexico and Japan against the United States. Senators from Virginia Wisconsin and others press for confirmation, with foreign relations leaders evaluating the document amid claims of forgery by German sources.
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Jagan
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Conn von Gernstorff
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Amseric
Germany
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England
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Duplicity of Bernstorff Revealed in German US Ties
The administration possessed a document showing Dr. von Bethmann Hollweg denouncing relations with the United States while claiming Germany sought friendship. Papers show Count von Bernardotte’s activities were known before. Army officials say German consul Knoche aided Villa’s escape by listing Mexicans in the coastal attack on American soil.
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America
Drederick the Great
Dorr Yimmermann
Mexico
State Department
Count von Bornetorit
Herry Theodore Knoch
Panral
Villa
Power for President Gains Support as War Powers Bill Advances
Readable fragments show broad move in Congress to grant the President authority to address the German plot implicating Mexico and Japan in a war with the United States. Opposition from Republicans wanes. pacifists press efforts to block provisions. Henry Ford plans a large fundraising meeting in Washington. The government prepares to respond to Reichstag insults and no immediate declaration of war is seen. The bill to arm merchant ships only passes the House.
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Japan
United States
Wilson
Congress
Henry Ford
Weington
America
Reichstag
Von
Bethmann Holkreg
Provident
The Bait to Japan and Mexico’s Role in Peace Talk
Reports from Washington indicate officials believe a Mexico to Japan communication could trigger a reception in Tokyo and complicate Germany’s aims. Senate remarks quoted Dr. Lansing say Mexico would not join any agreement, given relations with General Carranza.
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Fapan
United Statoard
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Germany
Pacific
Japan
Lansing
Senate
Émeo
Carranza
German Note Rejected as Germany and Mexico Clash
The State Department investigates German pro agitations as Japanese and Mexican officials deny Zimmermann notes. Washington officials report no contact with Carranza and question the sources. A German minister in Mexico says he knew nothing of the matter. Meanwhile British permission allows Hadfield to produce 10 inch shells for the American navy.
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Washington
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Mexico
Uist
Immermann Strick
Lerr Zten
Rt. Lanstig
Japan
Mbibtar
Rosentange
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State Department
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Alexicn
Great Tritain
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Lttd
British Army Estimates Presented in Commons Review
Mr H W Forster, Financial Secretary to the War Office, opened the Army Estimates in the House of Commons. He traced recent British advances on the Western Front, noting enemy withdrawals and the capture of over 3,000 prisoners, while warning of a possible major German thrust. He highlighted wartime production, Dominion aircrew losses, and health statistics, including typhoid mortality differences between inoculated and non inoculated troops.
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H. W. Forster
War Office
House of Commons
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Fomter
Canada
Egypt
Valualia
Great Britain
Ammluria
Orator
Tronne
POOR BELGIANS IN GERMANY DESCRIBED AS DEPORTEE MISERY
The Tomes recalls Belgian deportees arriving in Germany mocked and inspected, sent to a large camp at Manchester, then drafted to labor camps. They faced harsh conditions, forced labor for 42 days, and minimal food. Promised daily pay of 8 to 12 marks for munition work was not kept, with actual pay under two shillings weekly.
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Ublang
Germany
Rail Sud
London Wheat Market Sways Quiet as Friday Trade
London wheat market reports no business today as prices hold steady and activity remains muted. Traders await fresh demand cues and potential policy signals while standing prices reflect a cautious stance.
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Meg (Reuter
London
Reichstag quotes on German policy amid submarine campaign
The Reichstag heard Herr Zimmermann outline talks with Denmark to allow limited food shipments while maintaining Britain’s blockade. He said Germany will use its strongest weapon after refusing peace, and noted America’s willingness to treat if Germany withdraws January 31, a point he called untenable.
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Rochester steamer passes through Germany zone to France
The American vessel Rochester of 431 tons, owned by the Great Takes Transit Corporation, completed passage through Germany's prohibitive zone aboard the Orleans and arrived Thursday in the Gironde region of France from New York.
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War Conference Brings Dominion Premiers to London
The Timees and Pall Mall Gazette note the expected presence of Mr Hughes and other Dominion premiers at the Empire War Council in London. The leader warns against expecting miracles, saying the gathering will focus on war while also touching Imperial consolidation and constitutional reforms. No banquets or receptions will accompany the overseas leaders' London visit.
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Delegates Preparing For Bropley War Council Plans
Morimarne reports debate in the Senate as Senator Findley questions whether Prime Minister Blighes Sir William Irvine and Sir John Forrest have made all arrangements to depart for the Bropley War Council and leave Australia within a fortnight. Senator Millen confirms preliminary steps were made but notes departure hinges on Parliament proceedings.
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Executive Council
Archduke in Disgrace Amid Austrian Army Disorder
A Rome reported message says Emperor Charles ordered Archduke Friedrich arrested for disorganizing the army. Earlier reports claimed Archduke Priedeich was relieved and imprisoned in Vienna's Royal Palace by a secret military court for the army's lack of organization.
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British plan to buy all Canadian wheat crops debated
Ottawa reports revived proposal to have the British Government purchase Canada's entire wheat crop. The idea draws strong interest in Winnipeg and other Canadian cities as British farmers reportedly consent to sacrifice war profits. Canadian farmers urged to follow suit.
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Bleir
NB Ozanne Visits Front Cable Report
United Service Special Cable notes Mr A T Quonne MHR returning from visits to the Australian and Verdun fronts. He will sail for Australia shortly. Quanne qualified in England for a commission but was declared medically unfit. The page carries Times headed cable news, with Australis permission.
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London
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M-H.r
Verdun
Australia
Quanne
England
Issa
Times
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the Times
Health talk at Commercial Hotel on March event in Lithonia
From the notice a health consultant from the Natural Health Co. invites women to discuss ailments including minty Woman’s Ailments and Liverprot Catarth. Mrs Clifford will discuss remedies and health guidance at the Commercial Hotel Wednesday March, from 10 to 7.00, free interview and guidance in a single session at 49 Beth Street.
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Ee N.B
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