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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1918
Page
1
The London discussion divides into two camps about when the war might end. Proponents of victory next year argue a final push this year could cripple the enemy before 1919, while others warn against underestimating Allied and enemy factors and stress political and economic strains.”
In Today’s Standard a wartime tableau unfolds with wounded French soldiers sending thanks letters, roll of honor items, and stamps from Chita and Mount St Charles. Notices cover voting precincts, selective service, divorce court cases, and a car accident.
A dated dispatch from the American army in France appeals to U S readers to maintain full backing of the allied cause. It emphasizes that victory is not assured and warns against underestimating the difficult task ahead, noting German defensive strategy and the need for patient, sustained effort.
Amsterdam reports a shift in the Kaiser’s statements away from victory by the sword. He emphasizes Germany’s fight for its future, cultural defense, and warns against falsehoods from Wolff Bureau while noting honors and a stronger Crown Prince.
London reports German forces retire under pressure across a 17 mile front from Havrincourt wood to Beauvoie with strategic position seized on the west bank of the Canal du Nord as Washington moves toward final passage of an emergency canal promotion rider after July. The measure goes to the agriculture committee for a report.
General Mareh disclosed that over 40 percent of American troops have reached the front in France and are under General Pershing's direct command. He did not reveal the purpose of the operation or opinion on a full all American drive against the German lines. Training and brigade practices with French or British units continue as American divisions prepare for front line duty.
A Russian Bolshevik council at Mazo reshtehensk declares war on China after Chinese troops move to the Manchurian front. The Siberian frontier is closed and Chinese property is being confiscated.
The article describes villages recaptured after long-held positions, with veterans and new camps forming in spring. It notes fire on Jassy and Channy and reports rapid retreats along the western front as Humbert's offensives press the canal defenses. It also mentions shifting Allied and German positions and a deathly silence of burning on previously scorched areas.
Front bulletins report French and British forces pressing the Hindenburg Line on the Cambrai and Laon sectors. Allied columns advance toward key positions near Cambrai Peronne Saint Quentin and Laon while German resistance stiffens around Armentieres and the St Gobain area.
Allied troops clash with German forces northwest of Rheims as heavy artillery and dense woods see sporadic combat. An American unit reported strong German resistance and a successful assault in a protected wood, with significant German casualties and ongoing pursuit toward the French junction. The line along the canal remained unsettled as retreating efforts continued. An American detachment including a promising lieutenant, Alversieben, was cited for a notable action linked to a prior engagement near Fla.
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