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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1918
Page
4
A fragment from a WWI deserter’s account describes a chaotic advance toward Verdun. The text recalls trenches, shellfire, and the German crown prince’s visit at Dun Sur Meuse, with vivid notes on hospitals, Red Cross, and the brutal frontline artillery and grenade engagements near the Argonne forest.
A vivid World War I trench narrative recounts brutal close combat as troops rout enemy defenders and seize a trench. The speaker recalls heavy losses, shattered lines, and a prisoner spared after showing humanity amid battle, reflecting on war’s costs and a moment of mercy.
Wartime notes describe the crown prince and Lieutenant General von Mudra as unseen in trenches. Sixteenth army corps troops faced danger in the Argonne forest while high command remained distant. Eldest Count von Haeseler and other officers drew less trust as artillery claimed many lives.
Notice warns patrons that all readers announcements and bank cards are charged at five cents per line. Trespass warning from Hi T Fletcher manager recalls wool water or grass taken on premises will be prosecuted.
Federal Food Administration leaders across 48 states approve dropping monthly licensee reports in favor of price publications and inspector reports. Peden appoints 45 price interpreting committees in Texas to ensure households use the lists as guides while merchants set prices within recommended ranges.
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