Evacuation urged as German counter moves near Amiens
Allied and German forces clash along the Somme and Oise fronts with fresh German reinforcements and guns. Rupprecht strengthens positions north of the river while French operations push toward Lassigny and Noyon, threatening Roye and surrounding towns as shells fly and evacuations loom.
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Roye
Lassigny
Noyon
Mane
Rove
Nalley
Soissons
Rheims
Ypres
Albert
Allied Offensives Endanger German Plans in 1918
Allied counter offensives yield about 1,000,000 men in immediate gains. The Chaumeil Thierry pocket is cleared, Paris and Epernay lines are safeguarded, and Montdidier is freed. The eastern railroad to Chalons and the Paris Amiens line are restored, tightening Allied logistics and foiling German wedges. Marshal Foch’s strategy shifts to forcing retreats or stiff reserves as German forces face costly losses and disrupted timetables.
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Cha Eal Thierry
Epernay
Paris
Montdidier
Amiens
Chalons
Isastrous
Foch
Somme
Ens Kage
Allied counter offensive nets vast prisoner and arms haul
Paris in an Havas dispatch reports the allied drive has captured more than 10,000 prisoners and over 1,000 machine guns since the offensive began on the 18th. The Echo de Paris adds the tally includes large numbers of firearms and equipment seized from the enemy.
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Paris
Havas
Alles
Echo de Paris
Covetous Hun Aims at Petrograd Action Reported
London reports a German drive toward Petrograd with troops being moved to the objective as the Exchange Telegraph correspondent in Copenhagen notes the plan to occupy the city.
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London
Petrograd
Patcd
Politiken Frees
Exchange ‘Telegraph
Austrian Division Delayed in Belgium Amid War Movements
London reports an Austrian division sent by Emperor Charles to aid Germany has not yet joined the line. The unit lies encamped in Belgium and shows little urgency to enter the southern furnace as German allies struggle.
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London
Charles
Belgium
Encrypted War Manual Urges Aggressive Strike Tactics
A captured enemy order asserts the war hinges on fighting strength and offensive spirit. It urges officers and air troops to abandon stubborn defense for sustained vigorous attacks, cites Von Hindenburg and Ludendorff, warns against dense formations, promotes depth in defense, and favors stopping costly battles if ground is not secure. Forecasts suggest unsettled weather with warmer conditions midweek.
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Jene
Somme
U-Boat Fright Apparent Disguise Discussed by Cabinet
Report says the cabinet met at length on how to counter the menace to fishing boats and lightships but disclosed no new plans. Sommerstad torpedoed southeast of Fire Island. Captain Hansen and 36 men landed by patrol boat after ship sank. Experts explain torpedo control by gyroscope steering, making circular paths once set.
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Wilson
Sommerstad
Fire Island
New York
Hansen
Americans may enlist in own forces abroad, says editor
A fragment from the Standard notes war time mood with mentions of Army casualties, tax levy, draft registration, and living costs. It references Buttehead State, Haywood, and Percy Ingalls while alluding to mining, sabotage, and veterans groups.
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Ste Monta Slore
Buttehead
Edwards
Haywood
Anaconda News
Sons of Veterans
Percy Ingalls
Jogo-Slavin Butte
Kremer Returns Talks Polities With Montana Democrats
J Prue Kremer Montana Democratic National Committee member discusses wartime policy, party unity and support for President Wilson. He praises Senators Myers Walsh and Tepre Evans, urges lowering partisan divides to secure Montana’s Senate representation and continued national service amid the war. Reports also note Austins moving materials and troops toward Italy.
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J. Prue Kremer
Democratic National Committee For
Montana
Aalen
Kremer
Wranhington
Hanes Deregat
Uni
Senate
Myers
Walsh
Tepre Evans
Colleagu
Expec Vetera
Montara
Wilson
Franco British Captures Rise As Allied Drive Advances
London reports the Montaigne Amiens sector offensive has yielded about 28,000 prisoners and 600 guns captured by combined French and British forces. Haig’s headquarters release notes steady progress with the Tuesday battle line pressuring German positions.
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London
Montaichees Amiens
Haig
Indomitable Will Prolongs Life of Bishop Carroll
The article honors Bishop Carroll who endured months of illness with steadfast will and devotion to his parishioners. Accompanied by priests and faithful, he improved briefly after Christmas but soon weakened. He returned to Tutte last April and then to Angeles, where a stroke began the end. He died peacefully after a long priesthood, surrounded by clergy and community members across multiple churches and institutions.
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Bishop Carroll
Peter de Slere
Father St. Lawrence Parish
Angeles
Sind
Tutte
Mar. de Slere
Mrr. de Siero
Tor
Col- Tops
Orshea
Whalen
Citien
Er. McDonald
Mount St. Charles. College
Hannan and
Hrosnahan
St. Mary's
Leschner
St Ann's
Crowley
Stohn's
McCormick
St. Joseph's
Harry and
Leonard
Influence in the Army Tremendous Indeed
Readers hear how General John J. Pershing inspires widespread affection among troops and civilians alike. The piece notes the army’s deep unity, admiration for leadership, and the powerful morale effect of his example on soldiers and families during the war era.
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Associated Press
Amiens-Montedidier
Reenter Aumann
Oise
Fogh
Avre
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Legossit
von Hutier
Big Gun
International Filmy
Manders
Fridg
Senator Walsh
Italy
Maly
Father DE Siere
Pershing
Butte
California
General
Charles SN. Wheeler
Teres
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Peter DE Sieke
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