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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1918
Page
1
News dispatches from Paris to Washington report Allied plans to police Austria Hungary and possibly Germany after the war. Neutrals and allies fear economic chaos from seizures of food and oil as unrest grows in German and Austrian states.
The Weiner Journal described Croat unrest in Hungary with a vivid image of red skies and fires, noting Hungarian magnates’ burning chat eaux as the revolt develops.
A prominent allied diplomat said Germany would likely yield to far stronger terms than commonly believed and could accept limits tied to allied demands. General Pershing reported American forces had captured nine villages on the Verdun front with French aid as the attack continued.
Washington November 2 General Merch outlines the first full identification of American units in Italy. The report confirms specific divisions and roles, detailing their arrival and deployment as U.S. forces advance in the Italian campaign.
Submarines are concentrating at their bases according to information revealed today in London. The report notes German U boats gathering at home ports and preparing for a shift in operations.
Zurich reports Count Andrasay has resigned as foreign minister amid advisories received in the capital. The development comes as Austria Hungary navigates ongoing diplomatic pressures and cabinet changes during the period.
Paris November 2 Inter Allied Council at Versailles forwarded to General Diaz who commands the Italian armies the terms of the armistice to be granted to Austria. The council unanimously approved every clause of the terms it was stated.
Basle dispatch reports Count Karelyi has been named Premier and Mr ny appointed foreign minister in the new Hungarian cabinet. The dispatch confirms the leadership change as Hungary forms a new government in crisis.
A wireless message from Vienna states the Austro Hungarian navy has been handed over as Imperial proclamation ordered. The Czech Slave Nationale then in session at Agram was informed of the change in authority.
London report describes Valenciennes captured by British after hard fighting on a six mile front. French and American forces push on a forty mile western front taking villages and over 3,000 prisoners while Scheldt advances near Audenarde yield 1,000 more captives. Italian and Balkan offensives drive across Asiago plateau toward the Tagliamento and Belgrade defenses rise as Austrians retreat.
London reports armistice with Turkey allows Allied passage through the Dardanelles. An Allied fleet may move to the Black Sea to attack German forces, including battleships and Goeben, now in German control. Training for older men under the selective service will be gradual in U S camps nationwide.
The U S S Wilmette former Eastland will sail tonight for anti U boat service in the Atlantic after a $129 000 repair by the Illinois Naval Militia The Eastland disaster near Chicago claimed eight hundred lives three years ago and the vessel seeks redemption through wartime duty.
Otis Carsey Vernon aged 19 months died last evening at 6 45 at the home of his parents Mr and Mrs James Vernon on Granville avenue. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at one o clock at the residence. Burial will be in West Union street cemetery. The bereaved parents have one daughter Naomi aged 3 years.
In Waverly on November 2 burglars hit a local store stealing about 1200 dollars in cash and clothing goods. The night-time theft left the shop with significant losses and police hunt for suspects.
The Athens County Dry Federation cites Lt General Sir Reginald Hart praising temperance for officers and soldiers. The note claims sobriety improves physical and mental efficiency, marching, health, discipline, and resistance to sickness and crime.
Boy Scouts of Troops One and Two lead in the Thrift Stamps contest closing tonight with top performers Floyd Brown William Moler Arthur Cameron Francis Gallagher Robert Horn and Lester Foraker. The largest order so far is 425 by Frank Goldsberry with many 25 and 50 dollar purchases.
Washington reports the war department has placed orders for three billion cigarets to supply American troops for the remainder of the war, enough for two smokes per person globally.
The army and navy corps here are now armed with Russian Enfield rifles. They recently had their first inspection under arms and will fall out for formation armed. The bayonet assault course is nearly finished and the men expect their ladies to watch the completed drill next week.
Italians drive the Austrian Trentino army northward across the mountains toward the frontier following the collapse of Grappa defenses. The advance continues as Italian forces press gains in the field.
Camp Sherman will be opened to the public without restriction soon, announced by camp commander General M. C. Smith today.
The Franco American attack on the Aisne front, aligned with the American drive west of the Meuse, was resumed this morning. Fourteen thousand prisoners have been taken.
Vienna dispatch reports King Boris has abdicated and Tirnovo declares a Bulgarian republic led by M. Stambulinsky with a peasant army of 49,000. The Central News dispatch notes a republican government taking power in Bulgaria.
A Rome dispatch to La Liberte says Austria would be bound by Wilsons fourteen principles in any armistice. The terms would prevent Austria from resuming the war and forbid using the armistice to improve a poor position.
Diplomatic dispatches warn Austria faces Bolshevik style chaos as the army crumbles and railways fail. Czech and Yugoslav, Polish, and Romanian groups seize influence in Vienna with workmen and soldiers forming councils. Hungary shifts as Karolyi resists in a volatile, multi faction scene.
Washington officials announce plans to deploy thousands of American troops in France and Belgium for reconstruction after victory. While awaiting ships home, wide use of forces is planned to aid devastated areas. Return timelines remain tentative, with earlier troops slated to go home first.
Funeral services for the child Junia Thelma Beasley are set for Sunday afternoon at the Marietta Avenue home. Interment will follow at West Union Street Cemetery.
Official cables from Washington report the Italian forces sank the Austrian superdreadnought Viribus Uniti, the last and largest unit of the Austro-Hungarian fleet, during the current hostilities.
On the eve of Ohio's election, Democratic chair W. W. Durbin predicts Governor Cox re election by a large margin and E M Fullington asserts Willis will win by more than 29 270. Republican chair James A White and L H Gibson forecast victory as well as dry amendment passage after President Wilson appeal. Governor Cox declines to predict results.
A new home washing machine uses suction to lift clothes from hot water automatically. The device starts when operated, improving efficiency and reducing manual handling.
A Brighton Beach Interurban derailed in a Brooklyn tunnel during the evening rush hour. Ninety eight bodies recovered and more than 100 injured as cars piled up. Anthony Lewis, a strike breaker and train motor man, taken into custody after fleeing the scene. Police and transit officials face possible homicide indictments.
The local draft board began mailing classification cards to September 12 registrants. Many inquiries arrive about cards, which are issued as quickly as possible. Two Navy volunteer calls target Ohio: ten boiler makers and twenty five copper smiths to Cincinnati on November 9.
A Royal Army Medical Corps surgeon recalls serving at Gallipoli and the Western Front. He argues the rum ration harmed thousands of British soldiers by worsening wounds and disease, keeping them from returning to loved ones and country.
The United Mine Workers appeal to President Wilson to review Dr. Garfield's decision denying wage increases for bituminous coal miners. Garfield had promised a hearing, but the miners seek a fair in person consideration of merit for higher pay, contrasting with an anthracite settlement already approved.
U.S. forces continued advancing along the Franco German border today. American wings widened the gap in the last fortified German lines while artillery smothers enemy positions. Infantry movement proceeds with light losses as fighting grows hotter across the entire front.
Grass mat production for the French army supports reconstruction of villages, aiding peasant families and local economies as communities rebuild after conflict.
A fragmented report notes bread remains a daily staple for about one third of the global population. It discusses reliance on bread in food security and potential vulnerabilities in supply chains affecting affordability and availability.
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