20 Jul 1918
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1918
Page
1
French and American forces push a wedge into the German salient between the Aisne and Marne. U S sailors aboard the destroyer USS San Diego land men aboard to exploit the breakthrough as thousands of German troops are captured and retreat continues along the western flank.
Paris dispatch reports French and American troops pushing eastward from the Aisne to the Marne with gains near Vierey, Mauley wood, and Neuilly St Front. Nouilly St Front captured. front lines extend toward Chateau Thierry as German defenses retreat along the Fossoy to Oruilly arc.
In a Buston Transcript Mr Batch jokes that pockets belong to married women, prompting a witty exchange about why women without pockets cannot rest their hands. The remark reflects social humor of the period and gender expectations.
Allied forces push the front south toward Chateau Thierry on the Aisne-Marne line. The attack lacks the early rapid surge but maintains pressure as German counterefforts intensify. Clear morning weather aids thousands of Allied troops amid ongoing combat and reinforcement efforts.
Washington July 20 General Pershing reported continued progress by American forces between the Aisne and the Marne. The daily communique noted advances and steady operations as Allied resistance held firm.
American troops pushed about a mile and a quarter into the Soissons Chateau Thierry sector amid heavy machine gun fire. From Dommiers east hill the advance showed strong progress with tanks and infantry moving under bombardment as German bodies lay in trenches and fields, marking a costly Franco American operation southwest of Soissons.
British troops reported gains on the Flanders front advancing one mile south of Hebuterne and 4,000 yards along Meteren sector. Meteren and Le Waton village area captured with 436 prisoners taken. A second raid near Beaumont-Hamel succeeded, with Hebuterne located between Albert and Arras.
London records that a German scouting airplane crossed the Itish canal this morning and was driven back by anti aircraft fire, according to an official unnamed agreement.
London reports Britain sent over three million sandbags to Italy to reinforce lines where soil and river conditions forced trenches to be above ground. Flooding near the river left water within a foot of ground level, necessitating sandbag walls and dugouts.
Stockholm July 20 Swedish state railways trialed a new type of locomotive that is narrowly constrained to require only one man to operate. The tests impressed authorities and an order has been placed for one oiling locomotive for further deployment.
The article argues coal conservation as a national duty in wartime. Dr Ira N Hollis estimates 10,000,000 tons via rail and 20,000,000 via water, but water shipments are unlikely, creating a 2,100,000 ton shortfall by April. Industries must economize, retrofit plants, and adopt efficient heat use under coal administration guidance.
Allied forces push north of the Marne and around the Soissons Chateau Thierry arc as German resistance stiffens in places. Berlin notes show heavy losses for Germany with claims of 20,000 prisoners in four days and 300 guns captured. Scottish and Australian units report local gains in Lys valley and Meteren, while fighting elsewhere remains limited. The overall drive aims to erase the salient between the Aisne and Marne as French and American troops advance.
Dr Hollis outlines coal use data for Worcester plants with January 70000 tons February 750000 tons and March 664000 tons. He urges cutting wood, hauling by motor trucks, and forming shop committees to enforce fuel saving and reduce machine friction to save hundreds of tons, as part of a broader policy for industrial efficiency amid wartime competition.
Navy officials awaited full reports on the loss of the armored cruiser San Diego off Long Island near New York harbor. Survivors described a possible periscope sighting, but officials considered a mine or internal explosion as alternatives. The ship, built in 1900, was a major warship and its loss marked a first since U S entered the war. reports stated 1,156 survivors were en route to port with ships bound for New York Harbor.
Washington reports belief that the San Diego may have been sunk by a torpedo though no conclusive facts exist. The ship’s captain notes no torpedo wake and no submarine sighted, while three unarmed rescue ships circled nearby for two hours amid calm seas. Most crew were landed by rescue steamers, with no disorder aboard.
London reports a Russian wireless message stating cholera has broken out in Moscow. Within the past 24 hours 224 known cholera cases, 78 suspected cases, and 26 stomach disease cases were registered in the city.
New York stocks opened the weekend session in sluggish trading as brokers reported light activity in early dealings. Only Sumatra Tobacco moved more than a fraction, gaining 1.5 points, while Liberty bonds held steady.
New York reports mixed survivor accounts of the San Diego sinking off Fire Island. Thirty-one sailors say a torpedo struck amidships followed by two explosions. Other survivors suggest a coast defense mine or internal explosion. Some recall a submarine sighting, but many officers deny it.
Ted Theriault owner of Eu reka restaurant on North Main street paid 810 to the Red Cross after a food administrator fine for violations. He is ordered to display a sign in front of his business noting past penalties and a pledge to follow rules going forward.
The district board last night sent back about 75 questionnaires to the Washi county local board with final decisions. In the fall the status changed for several staff members including Orville Benedict from A to B and Cartate Southwick from 20 to 1K, William Pilbin from 20 to 1K, Event Bessette from 40 to 16, Howard Norris from SH to 1%, Roy Maynard from 31 to IH, and Hiram Walker from 3 to LA.
The San Diego sank after two explosions with survivors reporting rapid loss of life. Navy officials and residents reported intense firing and a possible S-boat attack as destroyers and patrols responded. Separate coverage notes 20,000 German bond subscribers in the U S, their use to fund German covert activities, and a cousin of a San Diego crewman in Graniteville reflecting on the ship’s loss.
Washington reports Captain Christy of the armored cruiser San Diego believes the ship was torpedoed off Long Island yesterday despite no conclusive enemy submarine evidence. Campbell of Lyndonville, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Campbell, was aboard and traveled to New York after a telegram. Raymond Campbell status unknown. Sugar rationing note adds Barre canning details.
A fragment notes a ribbing exchange about a clock with quirky traits. A character named Smith is asked about the alarm clock, described as old and chubby with a loud rangy gong.
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