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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1918
Page
1
London and Paris dispatches note Premier Dr von Seydler left Vienna to resign to Emperor Charles as Austrian forces suffer staggering losses. Report says Austrian casualties exceed 120,000 in the Italian front offensive into June 21.
London reports from Austrian papers noting Hungary and Germany face drastic bread cuts. Provisions in many Hungarian provinces are only one third to one quarter of needed levels, stirring resentment and fears of wider unrest. The Vienna press blames authorities for failing to safeguard food and warns drastic actions could trigger rail shutdowns and revolution.
A Geneva AP report from June 21 cites a Vienna-born commercial traveler claiming 100000 Austrians on strike and smaller strikes at Ladbach Agram and Gratz. He says anti German feeling is growing especially in Hungary, potentially affecting the war’s course toward the Entente.
Billings and Forsyth see no change in flood conditions. Snowmelt feeds floods. many homes on Billings south side remain inundated while Forsyth reports business at a standstill. Losses are expected to be heavy, especially to crops in river bottoms. Train service along the Casper Denver line and Red Lodge route is not clear.
Helena dispatch reports P i a Meany of Butte announcing his candidacy for Congress in the state primary. He says he has founded the declaration of independence party. The article also notes the Senate agricultural committee rejection of an amendment to an emergency appropriation bill and includes a brief weekend weather line.
In New York on June 21 defense witnesses offer documentary evidence they say supports O Leary claim that federal authorities intended to frame him for aiding enemy agents before his escape. A letter from Henry A Wise referenced by Jeremiah O Leary's defense discusses withdrawal from sedition charges and potential government service. The prosecution may use the testimony to argue Arthur Lyons and John O Leary shared knowledge of the westward trip and O Leary’s whereabouts.
State Board of Education votes against continued German language instruction amid war protests. Chancellor Tallott authorized to probe faculty statements, with governors and officials on a reporting committee. Some board members oppose dismission. debate over reintroducing German courses continues.
Washington reports the Senate agricultural committee will reopen hearings on the Jones prohibition amendment to the $11,000,000 emergency agricultural appropriation bill to assess how prohibition may affect labor and wartime prosecution. Hearings, postponed from tomorrow due to shipping board representatives, are set for next Tuesday with new testimony anticipated.
In Italy on June 21 a swollen river disrupted Austrian advances on the Mestre–San Mestre sector as Italian guns of Duke Aoxta's army harassed their lines. Prisoners report heavy fighting across the plateau, with Austrian efforts hampered by the flood and continued naval maneuvers on the waterways.
Washington reports an amendment to the army appropriation bill would authorize the War Department to train in the United States and furnish equipment to troops from any nation fighting Germany and Austria. The measure, urged by Secretary Baker, originally targets Latin American republics but could apply broadly, though Baker stressed no definite plans or specific country have been chosen.
Reports describe rioters and strikers in a muted mood amid German unrest. Police dispersed crowds, with numerous arrests and some injuries reported as tensions rose in the districts observed by correspondents.
The fragmentary item references a food crisis in Austria Hungary and mentions a range of topics from schools under suspicion to diplomatic speakers and local events. It notes a prize prank and a notable death, with scattered mentions of diplomas and public notices.
Orders forwarded to local boards to begin on Tuesday with questionnaires sent to those in the June class. The June class includes all individuals who will be 21 years old by June 5.
June 21 Liberte reports American aviators conducted an aerial raid into German territory last night eight Americans bombed the Mets Sablona railroad and started a large forest fire local forestry officers reported the fire under control tonight in the district.
Reports from the Piave front say Italian forces repulsed Austrian attacks along the river and regained positions on the western bank. Fresh rains flooded crossings, and pontoon bridges were swept away, leaving the Austrians in a precarious position. Allied airmen and American pilots joined the front as operations continued with renewed pressure on Montello and surrounding sectors.
Washington June 21. Provost Marshal General Crowder issues rules for the work or fight order to July 1. All draft ages must take productive work or join the army. Deferred classifications may be withdrawn and inductees drafted if found nonproductive. Exemptions apply to certain food service and mercantile workers. drivers and heavy laborers face specific treatment.
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