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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1918
Page
1
British and Allied forces push forward in France and Flanders driving German lines back toward Cambrai and Douai. The seizure of Hermies Demicourt and other positions tightens the squeeze as Haig’s troops threaten key railways and the Vesle and Aisne fronts.
Paris reports French cavalry forcing German retreats five miles north by east of Noyon toward Guiscard. The enemy withdraws from the North Canal while Chauny Laon railway is crossed near Jumecourt. Progress noted toward Ainsey le Chateau along the Ailette as Mangin advances toward Paris Hirson.
Reports from Amsterdam on September 4 state General von Hutier plans a defensive stand along the Oise river crediting the claim to the German chancellor. The note reflects contemporary wartime strategy discussions and rumors of battlefield moves.
General Pershing stated that aside from successful patrol encounters along the Western front and repulsed hostile raids in Lorraine there is nothing significant to report. The remarks were released after the day’s military briefings.
London dispatch reports German troops flooded a wide area by damming the Scrape river to cover their retreat from British forces. The action aims to hinder pursuit as German units withdraw across battlefield lines.
United Press reports Allied forces breach the center of the western line with American advances past Juvigny toward Chemin Des Dames. British and American actions form one jaw while pressure from the north forms another, as Germany talks of peace this winter.
Reverend John W Myres of Albany will spend Sunday September 8 with Presbyterian churches in New England Guysville and Carthage. He will preach at New England in the morning, at Guysville at two o clock, and at Carthage in the evening. The congregations anticipate his visit and sermons.
President Ellis travels to Fort Sheridan while Ohio University plans a student military program. Hundreds of men will train under War Department supervision with West Point officers for every fifty students. Military pay, tuition coverage, and room and board are provided. Dormitory and campus facilities will host cadets with rigid athletics integrated into training.
The War department announced an order for one million emergency rations for overseas troops. Each ration mirrors the British iron ration and includes ground meat and wheat formed into a cake and a chocolate block to sustain a man for a day.
The American actress says she will not perform on nonwar stages until Germany is defeated. She has canceled all engagements and will continue to do her part by entertaining American troops behind the firing lines in the theater of war.
Governor Chas R. Whitman won the Republican nomination and Alfred Smith the Democratic one in New York primaries. Whitman led Attorney General Morton Lewis by over 165000 votes, while Smith topped William Church Osborne by at least 130000. Women did not vote in expected numbers.
Due to perceived patriotism decline in Athens, ninety-nine county men depart for Camp Sherman tomorrow. The Chamber of Commerce asks residents to give a loud send-off and business men on Court Street to display the American flag. Townspeople should cheer as the party passes. the group leaves by special train, marching from the Armory shortly after nine. The item ends with noting two Danish firms producing hog brain medicinal preparations.
John Graham as deputy sheriff jailed Clarence Rutter for violating section 6652 of the general code requiring dog owners over three months to register and pay the fee. Rutter pleaded guilty after claiming the dog was not his, was fined $5 and $9 in costs totaling $14, and the dog’s death was noted.
Munich dispatch reports Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria has returned to the front. Paris confirms allied detachments along the Vesle front have crossed the river, signaling continued pressure in the sector.
General Graves arrives to command American troops in Siberia with 43 officers and 1088 men on September 2. The 30th Division is identified for units in the Flanders fighting and the 82nd Division for actions north of Soissons with the French. Embarkations total 1,600,000 August 31. Graves will oversee about 4,000 American troops in Siberia.
The Athens County Board of Education elected Guy Dinsmore as superintendent for District No. 4 covering Ames Bern and Canaan townships and Amesville village. His one year term carries a $1500 salary. FE Gibson was appointed to the county board of school examiners to succeed Dinsmore.
President Wilson extends the 1919 government minimum wheat price set at $2.20 for winter wheat. He issues a proclamation and adds that a commission will report costs to decide possible spring price increases for producers who market 1918 output. He notes potential $500 million loss if Europe secures southern hemisphere supplies and mentions possible peace by mid-1920.
British forces report progress on the Canal du Nord line with occupation of Ecourt St Quentin and advances near Neuve Chapelle Laventie Sailly sur la Lys Neippe Le Romarin as Haig notes minor actions along the front. A British armored car reportedly entered Mar quoin on the Arras Cambrai road.
Dispatches report General Mangin’s army reaching the edge of the Vauxaillon tableland and advancing toward the Chemin des Dames as of today. The description notes the area around Vauxaillon and ongoing movement in the front.
Athens opens a Naval Recruiting Station with nine applications on day one and three passes. Women aged 18 to 35 may enlist for four years or wartime, with postings to Norfolk or overseas. Three enlistment classes exist with wages from 96 to 106.59 dollars and education requirements up to high school.
A ruling by Provost Marshal General Crowder, released through the Preparedness League of American Dentists, declares that officials and members of the league are not exempt from military service even if they sit on Medical Advisory Boards.
Persistent drizzle forced postponement of the Cubs versus Red Sox opening game in Chicago. The series shifts to a one day delay with games moved to Friday and Saturday before the clubs head to Boston. Also notes a vacuum bottle that can be disassembled for cleaning.
London reports the breaking of the Drocourt-Queant switch line after Allied advances. The move brings large captures of men and matériel and sparks concern in German high command about the defense structure. The loss is described as a major disaster with far reaching strategic implications.
The Ohio War Board urges a new national draft registration expansion. Americans must register voluntarily rather than be tracked from birth. Following 1917 success, all men 18 20 and 32 45 are asked to respond, with same duty as 21 31 registrants.
A new rubber stamp device is described for marking owners initials on golf balls. The invention aims to provide quick, clear customization for players and clubs, reducing misidentification and aiding personal branding on equipment.
Washington dated Sept 4 the Controller of the Currency issued a call for a statement of the condition of national banks as of August 31 Columbus Sept 4 the State Banking Department issued a similar call for state banks statements at close of business
West Haven was shelled by a submarine about 400 miles off Halifax on August 31 but escaped. The report comes from a Navy Department radiogram dated September 4.
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