War progress report from the western front as allies gain ground
Allies halt German advances south of the Aisne with British casualties totaling 34 171 in the week ending June 14. American troops occupy Alsace sectors since May 21. French and Italian fronts see renewed activity as Austrians press on and German offensives wane. Belgian and French forces counter near Soissons and Belleu wood Bouresches.
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Aisne
Matz
Oise
Paris War Office
Alsace
Bethune
Haig
Tonela
Coeuvres Et Valsery
Soissons
Xivray
Toul
Villers-Cotterets Forest
Chateaufibers
France
Montdidier
Noyon
Crisis reports and wartime notices from Europe and Asia
News from London reports a serious Austrian crisis and a new air mail link between London and Paris. Lenin plans a Berlin Vienna visit while Japanese marines land at Swatow. Vienna confirms the loss of the battleship Szent Istvan. Bavaria faces meatless weeks amid food shortages as freight piles up in Oriental ports. Officials note limited German submarine activity off U.S. coasts with one submarine likely aiming to scare rather than blockade.
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Berlin Vossische Zeitung
Nikolai Lenine
Russia
Berlin
Vienna
Swatow
China
Canton
Szent Istvan
Havas
Basel
Switzerland
Oriental
Bavaria
Home Secretary
Copenhagen
Wilson
Sasandra
Italy
Cardinal Mercier
Belgium
French Academy of Moral and Political Sciences
Paris
Atlantic
United States
Rosslyn Wemyss
Fire destroys steamer off Key West. crew saved
The American steamer F. A. Kilburn was wrecked by fire near Key West Florida. Captain Mallard of San Francisco and all 31 crew members were saved.
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F. A. Kilburn
Key West
Fla
Mallard
San Francisco
Helena
Kaniksu
Missoula
Mont
United States
Woods
Topeka
Kan
Denver
Dan Mackentosh
Salt Lake City
Mackentosh
New Mexico
Weeks lauds sailors for sinking German submarines
Senator John W. Weeks praised U S Navy crews claiming twenty eight submarines sunk since January 1 and urged credit to sailors. The article notes Irish aliens in the United States will not face draft under the British American draft convention, and Sec Navy Secretary Daniels says over 40000 men will be needed to man the upcoming fleet. Two Norwegian ships were sunk off Virginia bringing the total to nineteen.
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United States
John W. Weeks
Senate Military Affairs Committee
Pemberton
Mass
House Naval Committee
Daniels
Virginia
Harold Krueger sets two backstroke world records in Alameda
Harold Krueger of Honolulu breaks two world marks in one race at Alameda California using the back stroke. He swims 400 meters in 6 27 2 5 and 440 yards in 6 30 flat, surpassing Otto Kuellmer's 1912 6 50 1 5. Colorado swimmers also gain recognition as Harley Wood known as Pete Wood joins the U S Army.
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Harold Krueger
Honolulu
Alameda
Cal
Otto Kuellmer
Germany
Colorado
Harley Wood
Pete” Wood
Smoky Joe” Wood
Uncle Sam
Secrets of War and Prohibition Echo in 1919 News
Secretary of War Newton D. Baker to speak in Chicago on July 4. Greek deportation tragedy reported by Geneva Bureau of Prisons. Swiss Red Cross funded $125000 by American Red Cross for services to allied prisoners. Dr Francis S Nash fined $1000 in DC for hoarding food. wife Caroline Nash's charge dismissed. 770 casualties for American expeditionary forces week to June 16 total 8085 since France landing. Carnegie magnetic observation yacht ends three year cruise near German submarines. Nevada compromise to ratify national prohibition amendment and enact own law January 1 1920. Oakland property of Franz Bopp attacked as US seeks $10000 fine. National Automobile Dealers Association plans rural express routes and load bureaus nationwide. Americans captured by submarine pirates forced to polish torpedoes aboard U 151.
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Newton D. Baker
Chicago
Macedonia
Greek Legation
Bureau of
Geneva
Switzerland
Germany
Swiss Red Cross
American Red Cross
Francis S. Nash
Navy
District of Columbia Supreme Court
Caroline S. Nash
France
Carnegie
Washington
Nevada
National Automobile Dealers’ Association
United States
New York
Italian Canadian front hold as Austrians push on Piave
June 18 dispatches report Austrians driven back along the Piave after forcing the river. Italian forces with British and French troops defend Monte Moschin and Brenta positions, capturing enemy machine guns and taking prisoners. On other fronts in France and Alsace, American lines repel German attacks with gas use noted. local fighting continues near Ypres and Luneville front.
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Piave River
Piave
Monte Moschin
Brenta
London
France
Matz
Xivray
St. Mihiel
Alsace
Lys
Flanders
Ypres
Dickebusch Lake
Luneville Front
Troop Arrivals Break Record in London Passage
The Post reports record arrivals of American troops in recent days and calls the ship‑moving effort unparalleled in mercantile history. Weekend scenes at a major army post were described as amazing.
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London
Villa band captures town in Parral looting report
Juarez reports that Villa followers entered Parral Friday looting the town before federal troops drove them out. Train service south of Chihuahua City was suspended, and troops were sent south. A Mal Paso resident recounted looting there on June 9 and a woman escaped with her baby after her husband was shot. Five Villa followers were captured at Zaragoza and await trial for treason with possible execution if convicted.
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Juarez
Villa
Parral
Chihuahua City
Mal Paso
Epifanio Holguin
Zaragosa
Here
Draft extension to men aged 18 to 45 gains Senate support
Senator Chamberlain of Oregon, chair of the Senate military committee, backs Provost Marshal General Crowder’s plan to extend the draft to men 18 to 45 as hearings on the $12 billion army appropriation proceed. He says many men over 30 are idle and should be drafted.
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Washington
Crowder
Senator Chamberlain
Oregon
Senate Military Committee
Arizona items highlight growth and crime in 1918
Arizona reports include Tucson hosting Fourth of July celebration and a new radio training station, Bisbee fire damages $3,000, a 1400 acre Elgin ranch under cultivation, Douglas to get a $25,000 vaudeville theater, measles cases in Courtland, a Peterson robbery of $3,000, and Red Cross fundraising by Lend-a-Hand Club.
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Union News Service
Tucson
Elgin
Douglas
Courtland
Peterson
Lend
Red Cross
United States
Joe Dillon
Offensive Warfare and the Role of Reserves in Victory
In a Field journal essay, General Foch argues that victory hinges on offensive action. He stresses that purely defensive battles fail, and that decisive attack requires a well organized reserve, mass at the point of breakthrough, and surprise. He warns against preserving reserves for a defensive stance and emphasizes planning to crush the enemy with a strong, rapid blow.
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London
Foch
The
Car Accident Confusion Over Number 66 Or 99
An old man alleges a motorcar knocked him down and reports number 66. A second officer corrects him, saying the number is 99, noting the man was standing on his head when he saw it.
Set your standard at the highest for passing work
The quote urges high standards even if work seems passable. It emphasizes not tolerating defects and aiming for your best rather than settling for imperfection. It frames self-expectation as a lifelong discipline, urging readers to challenge subpar results.
Lew Wallace Became Devout Christian After Ben Hur
General Lew Wallace said he entered Ben Hur without fixed religious views but as the Christ figure took hold in the tale his life changed. After finishing the work he felt for the first time a devout Christian.
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Lew Wallace
Christ
Mixed Sayings Echo a Changing Attitude
A reflective remark contrasts past attentiveness with current indifference, likening it to water gliding through a duck’s back from one ear to another. It conveys frustration at forgotten instructions and a sense of casual disregard.
Wisconsin Indians Keep Peace Medals Dating Back to 1720
Wisconsin Archeologist notes many peace medals remain with Indian families. Medals include brass issued under George I, silver busts of George II, Spanish and American pieces, a Washington medal at Menomonie near Shawano, Lincoln and Polk pieces, Jefferson and George III medals, and Waumegesako’s silver George III medal among others.
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Wisconsin
Red Cross Bag Blue Advertises Laundry Aid
A brief ad urges readers to ask for Red Cross Bag Blue at all good grocers. It promotes making beautiful white clothes and highlights the product as a laundry aid.
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Red Cross
Why a Ship Weighs Anchor in Harbor Tales
A father explains to his son that ships weigh anchor to shed binnacles that cling to the anchor after long harbor stays. The tale uses a playful etymology to illustrate why the anchor is weighed before departure.
Aggressive egoist meets potato bug in playful banter
Kamerads quotes an aggressive egoist claiming value in every effort. Farmer Corntessel counters with a humorous comparison noting a potato bug shares the same trait of not being left out of worthwhile things. The exchange underscores comic mischief between two locals.
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Farmer Corntessel
In working for your country you are merely serving yourself
A terse quotation suggests a critique of public service where personal gain undercuts duty to the nation, reflecting tensions between individual interests and collective responsibility.
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