17 Dec 1917
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Newspaper
Zeehan And Dundas Herald
Location
Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1917
Page
1
A late report states that the Admiralty formed an Allied Council to monitor and coordinate the general conduct of naval warfare. The council aims to ensure covenient coordination of efforts among allied forces and improve strategic response.
Fragmentary OCR shows references to Josephus Daniels as Navy Secretary and mentions formation of an Allied Naval Council to serve the city of Paris on November 29. The text also lists nations including Great Britain, the United States, France, Tile, and Japan as being represented or repee...en.
The New York Tribune interviews Lord Northcliffe, who avoids aligning with the Allien side. The focus shifts to Britain’s stance on German shipping and airspaces. The piece notes limited transport of United States ships and hints at outcomes affecting the Aitken victors.
A scrambled OCR passage mentions medical terms and vague references to a person named Reiden and a tone of reconstructive details. The readable portions imply a discussion of health issues, remedies, and a public figure, but concrete facts are not clear.
The government urges electors to approve compulsory military reinforcements 7000 per month with a ballot for single men aged 18 to 44 if voluntary enlistment falls short. Exemptions apply to married men and certain officials while ministers and other eligible candidates face limits and conditions. Melbourne set for November 16, 1916.
Fragmented OCR item shows a cake bazaar at 1017 with Champagne Silver monster and Comten ba dame Last Year. Mentions skilled hands and Garter, cash on delivery, and ordering early to save. Contact J Reynolds by phone No 2.
Ex Sergeant J B Bardy writes from Chub Hotel Zortanes December 15 urging Mr Anstey to prove claims about New Zealand war preparations. He argues locals faced import dependence for shears and slaughtermen from Australia and questions the government’s facts behind the wartime situation. He signs as a concerned elector seeking clarity.
Large store offers white linen and voile costumes, embroidered dresses, and children's wear, along with ready to wear items, millinery, and men’s and boys’ clothing. Wide range of fabrics, trims, gloves, hose, hats, shirts, and ties at moderate prices. Inspection invited.
Relates M Ryan of Draper and his brother in military service. Both are praised as fine fellows. Describes Ryan’s wartime service from Crimea to Gallipoli with the 12th Australian Battalion, hospital treatment in London, nine months with Australian headquarters, and eventual posting to the Opaloyt mines in Kodarma India with railway ties. Letters invite well wishes.
A reader quotes The Nation on wartime relayed figures and venereal disease, arguing the referendum debate should focus on public health and conscription. The letter condemns profiteering and urges Australians to vote on the 20th with eyes open, praising soldiers and urging protection of families.
A fragmented local notice references The Blong Mobie and a plea for help across the water. It notes an early responder named Gihery Bleng who joined the effort and stood among the first to answer the call.
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