Allies Break German Defense in Fresh Allied Push
Allied forces including Americans British and French press new gains despite fresh German reserves thrown into the lines. They continue to batter enemy defenses as they advance along the front.
13 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1918
Page
1
Allied forces including Americans British and French press new gains despite fresh German reserves thrown into the lines. They continue to batter enemy defenses as they advance along the front.
Allied forces press forward from the Somme to the Oise with gains south of the Somme and north of the Oise. French troops capture Gury and advance toward Noyon while hundreds of Germans are captured. A Zeppelins downed off the English east coast by British forces is reported with high casualties on the German side.
For New Mexico expect unsettled Tuesday and Wednesday with probable thunder showers and cooler conditions on the eastern half Wednesday. Arizona similar with thundershowers east portion, slightly warmer overall.
A summary of local weather conditions for the twenty four hours ending 4 p m yesterday reports a maximum temperature of 86 degrees, minimum 63, range 23 degrees, a 72 degree reading at 6 p m, southeast winds and partly cloudy skies.
The Peoples take control of the Northern Region government as a protective measure amid a rising threat. Strong pro ally sentiment marks the formation of a new regional union.
Washington reports the northern Russian province leaders form a crescent front from Novgorod to Don Cossacks united with Allies against Germany. They vow universal suffrage representatives now govern the north, oppose the Germans, and insist Russia’s and the Allies’ interests are aligned in the war.
A narrative on Mrs. Winhorne formerly Rebecca Murphy who, in Wilson North Carolina, fashioned the first Confederate banner. Captain Orren Randolph Smith explained colors at a 1910 Norfolk reunion, noting seven stars for the original states and later expansion to eleven, with the flag named The State and Banner for unity among church state and press.
Rain fell again in Paso and the surrounding plains yesterday. Reports came of rain in Arizona New Mexico and west Texas though cattlemen predicted broader rainfall across the section.
Paris born stage star Anna Held died in New York after a months long illness. The actress, famed for Parisian charm and Ziegfeld stage work, had a career spanning Europe and America and left a daughter from a prior marriage. Her death closes a storied life of daring costumes and celebrated performances.
Washington August demonstration by 38 women protesting Senate delay on federal suffrage amendment was broken up by police. Banner carriers and speakers were arrested as they assembled before the Lafayette statue opposite the White House. Most released then rearrested after promising to appear Wednesday.
An American destroyer attacked a German submarine off the Virginia coast. Seventeen depth bombs were dropped but the submarine did not reappear. date of the attack was not released. The destroyer pursued the submarine, employing two additional depth charges after noting the surface disturbance.
A Hertin Zeitune dispatch by JaneDwine Armsterdan urges the public to expect a further withdrawal of German forces. The writer argues for strategic retreat to avoid heavy fighting, claiming troops are protecting home ground and delaying the enemy. The piece notes the decisive moment has not yet arrived.
Albert Etan was sentenced to be hanged next Thursday in a case tied to the murder of Cad Armour in Sioux City. A petition argues three grounds for appeal to a federal court, seeking delay of the sentence.
An announcement issued here declares a general wage increase of ten percent for all Western Union Telegraph Company employees in the newly organized association. The raise is retroactive to July 1 and affects about 45,900 workers nationwide.
Unconfirmed reports say Hoye town evacuated as British forces push eastward with tanks and artillery. Allied lines stretch from Mericourt to Lihons with American troops profiting from renewed pressure, while Germans retreat along the Somme front and hold positions near Etinehem and Bray despite counterattacks.
Navy officials recount a German submarine attack near Smiths Island North Carolina deploying gas that gassed six coast guard personnel for about 36 minutes. Reports describe a 300 foot submarine with a 15 foot conning tower, sixty crew, and potential intent to frighten or hinder ships while warning of further actions along Atlantic waters.
Washington Aug 12 Senate leaders set aside the unanimous consent pact to take up the administration draft bill extending age from 18 to 45 next Monday. Cham berlain plans committee action tomorrow. House military panel delays action as 21 year minimum age fight resumes amid prohibition recall maneuver tied to war budget provisions.
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