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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1918
Page
1
President Wilson seeks to constrain Kaiser Wilhelm and curb German power to end the war. Allies demand guarantees against treachery, occupation of key forts, submarine and mine field controls, and strict military terms to ensure Allied supremacy before any armistice. Wilson expects Austrian replies to follow with continued diplomacy.
The United States demands German arms supremacy and safe guarantees before any peace. President Wilson vows no armistice while German forces continue attacks and inhuman acts as Allied powers insist on clear terms with Austro-Hungarian response forthcoming. Lansing notes a monthly 250,000 US troops to Europe and firm war posture.
United States forces under the American First and Second Armies press the Argonne Meuse sector gaining ground as German positions fall. Paris reports French troops seize Barenton Cel and cross the Aisne River near Laon, taking Clizy and Termes.
General Haig said an American patrol crossed the Selle near St Couplet and brought back thirty prisoners. A raid south of Sainghineweppes netted twenty prisoners, with a few taken by patrols elsewhere on the front.
The Boy Scouts of Troop One aim for a flawless 100 percent sales record in the Liberty Loan drive. They already delivered 16 medals in the second campaign and 23 in the third, and now plan to extend efforts to every county area with posters and scouts traveling rural districts.
Sadie Gompers daughter of Samuel Gompers president of the AFL died today at her Washington home from Spanish influenza. Samuel Gompers is in Europe and not expected to return until next month.
The article urges Americans to support the war by purchasing Liberty Bonds, highlighting the United States Army’s push to reduce German forces and encourage public financial backing.
Columbus, Oct 15. Frank Allan an Austrian who killed a man who ridiculed him for buying a Liberty Bond last April was pardoned from the penitentiary by Governor Cox on the pardons board recommendation.
News of Elmer Fitzpatrick’s death from influenza comes from an aviation camp in Minneapolis. The Wilkesville area native attended Ohio University in two summer terms and was a Home Man with many friends grieving his loss.
Paris reports the French army advancing beyond La Fere and Laon in the Serre sector northeast of La Fere. Troops push toward Crecy Sur Serre, threatening Germans along the Oise right wing between Guise and a point north of La Fere.
Washington reports General Pershing states American troops continued their advance yesterday north of Verdun as World War I actions press on in France.
A Stockholm dispatch says German troops are withdrawing from Finland and the situation is very confused. The Prince of Hessen, informed of his selection as king, appears reluctant to enter the strife torn country.
Washington reports quote Secretary Baker urging officers and men to set the example for Liberty Loan donations. White House reaction to Wilson's reply to the German peace note positively affects the loan campaign as treasury officials relay.
Cleveland reports an overnight gain of 10.65 million dollars in Liberty Bond sales and pledges in the Fourth Federal Reserve district. The district must raise 164.651 million to pass its 600 million quota.
At Atlantic Port on October 15 the transport America sank at its pier in twenty six minutes. Soldiers escaped while several crew members remained missing with reports up to forty unaccounted for. The ship, a 22622 ton liner formerly the Germania Amerika, capsized on the storeboard side as repairs caused an accidental opening. A naval inquiry begins while troops receive care from the Red Cross. Later reports state all hands accounted for.
Trenton Ontario reports a deadly explosion at The British Explosive Ltd plant after a fire started in one building. One man was killed and several injured as shutters and walls collapsed in the blast. The total damage remains to be assessed.
Fire of unknown origin early today caused 150000 dollars in damage to the Graselli Chemical Company's plant in Cleveland. The facility has been engaged on war orders.
Albert Schmid aged 19 of Lockland died this afternoon from pneumonia induced by influenza. He was a freshman at Miami University and his death marks the eighth in the ongoing Miami epidemic.
Sir Eric Geddes, first lord of the British Admiralty, urged the United States to speed up building destroyers and anti sub craft and appliances. He declared the U boat peril today is greater than ever before and appealed for urgent American aid.
A Spanish inventor claims a steel wheeled automobile offers most advantages of rubber tires without their drawbacks. The design emphasizes durability and reduced maintenance while promising smoother operation and improved longevity.
William Bean 49 died at his North Court street home after a three week illness from lead poisoning. A painter and paper hanger, he served in the Spanish American War. Survived by wife, his parents Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Bean, and brother Frank, all of Athens where the family resided. Funeral arrangements to be announced later.
Reports from the Liberty Bond committees in Athens County indicate growing public awareness but reveal slow responses from wealthy property holders. Many farmers and businesspeople lack cash on hand, relying on future receipts to buy bonds. Some subscribers have bought minimal amounts or none, while others hold substantial wealth yet underfund their quotas. Banks urge those who pledged through Boy and Girl Scouts to make initial payments immediately.
From Athens during Oct 15 at Camp Sherman Community House several visitors were recorded. Names include Mrs. Thos. Watkins, Miss Isabelle Watkins, Miss Nellie Francis, Mrs. Allen R. Kresge, Mr. Chas CC Millikan, Mr. Clifford Powell, who were visiting relatives or friends in military service.
A farmer prioritizes freedom over the sale price of his land and lines up early at the bond counter seeking financing or liberty related terms.
The Munich Socialist Congress unanimously favors abdication of the Kaiser and Crown Prince. Prince Max is reported to have resigned as German chancellor, with unofficial Berlin to The Hague reports noting his acceptance of the post begins a renewed push for peace.
Romania seeks reentry into the war against Germany pending U S aid for recovery of Transylvania and other Romanian regions. President Wilson must back unredeemed provinces and allies must supply arms as Romania, stung by Germany's Bucharest peace terms, sees Bulgaria’s collapse and Turkey's exit reshape the front.
Dispatches from Zurich report a general political strike starting in Bohemia and Moravia. Prague saw a large demonstration for independence as deputies claim the revolution’s final act has begun.
Thirteen members of the Navy Unit and nine members of the Army Unit of the G A T C subscribed a total of 1650.00 in Liberty Loan Bonds today. Subscriptions range from fifty to five hundred dollars and add to previously reported totals.
The Dover Township Liberty Loan Committee schedules open air meetings with Capt. Plant of the U S Army and Prof. Geoffery Morgan as speakers. Today at 3 30 p m at Sugar Creek Mine 211 and at 6 p m in Chauncey at the Minister Ed store, all invited.
The Colonial hotel ran a three day want ad starting Monday. By Tuesday morning they were told to remove it, yet ten applicants appeared last night and the phone has kept ringing this morning. General Foch has them moving, Messenger ads have them coming.
The remains of Mrs. Mary Stout will arrive in Athens from Michigan then be taken to Dowler parlors where friends may call five to nine. Death followed sudden paralysis at her daughter's home. Funeral services set for Wednesday at 10:30 at Orange Church. family home formerly near Coolville. Surviving children include Mrs. Dora Ackley, Mrs. J. R. Fish, Mrs. Abner Guthrie, and Mr. KL Stout.
The Military Training Camps Association through its local branch chairman I M Foster in Cline Building Athens Ohio invites immediate applications for overseas service subject to government approval. Positions include chauffeurs light and heavy trucks tool room machinists general machinists carpenters repairers of motorcycles electroplaters radiator repairers road testers trouble shooters auto truck masters and welders. Each applicant must submit three letters showing age qualifications and experience. Open only this week.
Funeral services for David A llawk who died Sunday in Chillicothe will be held Wednesday at 10 30 AM at his sister Charlies Hardin’s home 57 Central Avenue. Interment in West Union Street Cemetery will follow.
Dr Hayhurst of the department of health and sanitation warns that influenza spreads from person to person through direct contact and shared items. He cites Massachusetts origins and eastern city spread including Philadelphia Chester and Washington with high death rates in congested areas. Public guidance urges hand washing, boiled dishware, heeded mouth coverings, pasteurized milk, outdoor air and extra sleep to build resistance while avoiding crowds and close contact.
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