02 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1919
Page
1
Report states a 150 million loss by a U.S. railway operation, noting the sum represents the difference between amounts due railroads as rental or guaranteed return and the government's net income.
Government reports show 1918 operating losses under railroad control at under 150 million dollars. The gap equals guaranteed return minus net income from railroads, with six more months of higher freight receipts needed to recoup. Loaned funds of 150 to 200 million aid improvements and rolling stock, to be repaid later.
Washington Jan 1 relief work in northern France by the commission for relief in Belgium expands to housing and rebuilding. Hoover reports railroads and coal mines destroyed, industry paralyzed, amid a growing need for food, clothing and barracks as 1.4 million refugees and residents seek shelter.
A troop transport ran aground on sand off Fire Isle. Dispatch says there is no need for relatives of the men to fear, and recovery operations are underway with authorities monitoring the scene.
The Northern Pacific carrying about 2 450 soldiers and crew is aground on a sand bar off Fire Island after striking in thick fog. Nearly 1 700 are sick or wounded. naval craft and breeches buoy apparatus stand by as winds shift and plans to land troops are prepared.
Major Thomas D. Barton of Amarillo Texas is honored with the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in action while leading his battalion of the 142nd Infantry at the front. The ceremony is witnessed by the division commander and staff as Barton is cited for capturing enemy works and routing machine guns despite heavy casualties.
Amarillo's Captain Thomas D. Barton led a company of Amarillo and Lubbock men to assault a German strongpoint in the St Etienne region. He stormed the position, captured many prisoners and machine guns, and, despite losses among officers, pressed forward to the furthest point of the day’s battle. The Distinguished Service Cross is the highest honor yet given to a member of the American Expeditionary Forces in France.
Robert S Lovett resigns as head of the railroad administration division and voices opposition to government ownership. He urges national regulation of competition in service and facilities with government approval for public benefit, particularly to support financially weak minor lines. Continued on Page Two.
George F. Robertson Sr reports his son George Robertson formerly employed at Santa Fe shops died in battle. He had been listed as missing in action for weeks before the War Department confirmed the casualty.
General Headquarters American Expeditionary Forces announces the Distinguished Service award to Captain Thomas D. Barton of the 162nd Infantry for extraordinary heroism near St. Etienne France on 10 October 1918. Barton led his company capturing enemy works twenty machine guns and ninety prisoners before advancing to the line despite heavy casualties. Home address Amarillo Texas. By command of General Pershing. Alvin M. Owsley, Lt Col Adjutant.
A British steam yacht Blakre struck the rocks near Stornoway Scotland during New Year leave. About 270 sailors drowned with only around thirty saved after the vessel hit the Beasts of Holm near the harbor. All officers and crew were lost.
Major Barton writes a modest letter from the front praising his unit’s actions in a keen engagement on the western front. He confirms Company G saw real service and notes training in Central France before possible occupation duty. He also asks for news from Amarillo friends and reflects on Texas roles in the war. In Washington a home seekers bureau is created to aid farmers with western and southern opportunities, led by J J Edwards with regional staff.
President Wilson plans a Rome visit as personal guest of King Victor Emmanuel. He will meet the pope visit the Methodist college and confer with Premier Orlando and Baron Sonnino. A quiet New Year’s in Paris included golf and a call from Madame Poincare with further relaxation before the peace conference.
The forecast shows Thursday fair weather with slightly warmer temperatures in the northern portion. Friday remains fair with continued dry conditions.
After New Year’s Eve a dry city sees saloonkeepers close shops and lock doors at six. Thousands of soldiers and sailors flood New York, but orderly streets prevail as liquor dealers act to deter men in uniform.
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