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Goulburn & the Tablelands (Yass, Young) · The wars & local soldiers

The wars & local soldiers, 1916

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Anzac Day at Wallendbeen

Young Witness · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 1

In connection with the commemoration of Anzac Day a united, religions service was held in the Federal Hall, Wallendbeen, representatives of…

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An Anzac Day Wedding

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 1

A military wedding was celebrated at St. James,' Church, King-street, Sydney, last Tuesday afternoon—Anzac Day. The contracting parties were May, third daughter of Mr. and…

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General Ryrie's Opinion of Anzac

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 2

"We were all glad to get away from that infernal place, Anzac, and to get back to our horses, which look splendid; and I think we can give a good account of ourselves if we get…

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War Service Committee

Young Witness · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 2

A meeting of the Young War Service Committee was held last night. Present: Messrs, R. Rumble (Hon. Secretary), H. Tyer, G. Redshaw,…

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Ofi to the War

Crookwell Gazette · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 2

THERE was a large and representative gathering at Kialla on Saturday night when Driver Austin Gillespie, son of Mr…

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Goulburn and the War

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 2

Pte. W. J. Knuckey, well known in this city, has nailed with the 3rd Reinforcements of the 1st Machine Gun Company. Pte. Knuckey is the only brother of Mrs. Geo. Phillips, of…

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The War. Russian Front. German Success

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 1

Amsterdam, April 29.—A German communique states:—Southward of Lake Narocz we captured positions between Stanarocze and the Stachowce Estate, taking prisoner 56 officer…

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The War. Submarines. Base in Spain

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 2

Paris, April 30.—The "Journal" says that Germany is equipping wireless stations on the coast of Spain adjacent to Barcelona, and there are daily proofs that submarines are…

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War Map 227-3 George-street, Sydney

Crookwell Gazette · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 1

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The War Day By Day. on Verdun Front

Crookwell Gazette · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 2

The following communique has been issued at Paris:-- The night was calm at Verduo. A. German attack was prepared at…

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The Latest. the War. Ireland. Rebel Leaders Surrender. Order to Followers. London

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 2

An official message states that all the Dublin rebel commanders have surrendered. Very few church services were held in Dublin yesterday…

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The War. Western Front. Enemy Again Repulsed. Sir Douglas Haig's Report. Paris

Young Witness · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 2

It is officially stated by General Sir Douglas Haig that an infantry attack was made by the Germans on Sunday. The Germans released poisonous gases…

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Telegrams the War. The Trouble in Ireland. Collapse of Rioting. New York

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Tuesday 2 May 1916 · page 4

It is reported in a Dublin message that all the leaders in the insurrection have surrendered unconditionally. THE RIOTS IN DUBLIN…

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Anzac Army

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 4 May 1916 · page 4

London, May 1.—The Australian and New Zealand stalls strongly favour General Sir William Birdwood commanding all the Australians and New Zealanders, thus forming an…

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Goulburn and the War

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 4 May 1916 · page 2

Two more members of the 43rd (Werriwa) Infantry Band have enlisted—C. McBrien and W. Moore—and have been presented by then fellow members with a safety razor each…

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The War. Kut-el-amara

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 4 May 1916 · page 4

Amsterdam, May 1.—A telegram from Constantinople states that the British, in addition to sending the foodship (which was discovered aground near Magasis, four miles eastward of…

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War-profits. Probable Heavy Tax

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 4 May 1916 · page 2

Melbourne, Wednesday.—During the coming financial year a very large amount will have to be found by the Federal Ministry to finance the war. To meet this in part it is understood to he…

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The War. the Russians. Enemy Prepare for Offensive

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 4 May 1916 · page 2

London, May 3.—As the result of the German failure at Verdun, interest is turning towards Russia, where it is believed the Austro-Germans are preparing a huge offensive to break…

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Telegrams the War. Compulsion. Bill to Be Introduced. London

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 4 May 1916 · page 1

Mr. Asquith told members of the House of Commons today that a general and immediate Compulsion Bill will be introduced to-morrow. He also told members that the naval and…

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The Latest. the War. Ireland. Mr. Birrell Resigns. Three Ringleaders Shot. Protests Against Sentences. London

Goulburn Evening Penny Post · Thursday 4 May 1916 · page 2

Mr. Augustine Birrell (Secretary for Ireland) has recigned. Pearce, Clarke, and McDonagh, signatories as the Republican proclamation, have been…

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