Germans Repulsed In Fresh French American Drive Near Toul
German high command failed to pierce the British and French front in Flanders and near Toul. Americans and French held all positions despite waves of attack and greater numbers, regaining Leidheprey in hand to hand fighting. Haig reports local success near Robecq with artillery activity elsewhere on Sunday front.
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Associated Press
Flanders
Toul
Leidheprey
Leicheprey
Ced
New Robecq
la Bassee
Waig
Caitesut
Helgoland Bieht
Kola Penisula
Arctic Ocean
Rebeca
Wagner Aluminum Ware Demonstration Sparks Household Dept
A lively demonstration in the new household department showcases Wagner aluminum ware. Attendees see potatoes baked in a tea kettle to illustrate heat and efficiency while the crowd jokes about boiling water and clever kitchen ideas.
British Aviators Bomb Centers of German Strength
The British air force report notes improved weather enabling daytime raids on targets including Menin Apmentieres and the Thottrout junction, with twelve tons of bombs dropped. It states six enemy aircraft were shot down, three more disabled, and three British planes missing. Night bombing targeted Bapwume enemy billets and front roads, with attacks on railway junctions at Chiiulnes Juniville and Bethenville.
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London
Beitish
Menin
Apmentieres
Thottrout
Bapwume
Chiiulnes
Juniville
Ttheinis
Bethenville
Paris Under Fire In Long Range Bombardment
Paris reports extended bombardment of Venis with no casualties. The April 11 dispatch notes ongoing hostilities and cautious conditions amid military activity, with authorities describing the action as part of a broader engagement in the region.
Committee Chooses Skyscrapers for Gardiner Climb
Bridgeport to host Harry Gardiner the avigional Ronmanly as part of Liberty Loan events. The committee will announce center city buildings he will climb tomorrow and again Thursday. Gardiner will perform twice before noon tomorrow and once more Thursday, preceding a Liberty Loan rally with local leaders.
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Gardiner
Bridgeport
Liberty Loan
Harry Gardiner
Ronmanly
Bridgeport Vetegivan
Tomorow
Gaiwiiner
Harly Loan
Connecticut
Finn Frank
Gamliner
Lolegran
Cgardimes
Velegremn
Liberty Loan Campaign
Elise
Camp Announces His Appointments for Navy Camp
Walter Camp, commissioner of Athletics for the Navy, tonight announced appointments: Charles M. Wharton of Dover, Delaware, as field secretary of nineteen committees and ramp activities for December. Lewis A. Young of Whitemarsh as athletic director. and Henderson of Hale as athletic director.
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New Haven
Anii II
Walter Camp
Navy
Charles M
Wharton
Dover
Delaware
Vieniye
Dekrwhiro
Lewis A. Young
Whihmtetyhin
Wtirtwtor
Tiana Hedda
Autile, Wreh
Laere
SBR
Six Men Ordained to the Methodist Ministry
In New Britain on April 21 six men were ordained to the Methodist ministry by Bishop Luther W. Wilson of the New York East Conference. The inductees include William Fowler and W. Maskiell of New York, H. J. Miller of Brooklyn, N. Y., W. Phelps of Brooklyn, N. Y., Olivier Ward involved with Y M L G A work at Camp Laurel Maryland, and Lester Q. Senriver.
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New Britain
New York East
Methodist Episcopal Church
Luther &. Wilson
William Fowler
New York
W. &. Maskiell
H. Js. Miller
Brooklyn
N. Yo
W. . Phelps
Olivier Ward
Camp Laurel
Maryland
Lester QO. Senriver
Vinol Promises Strength From Downtrodden Voice
An old advertisement touts Vinol as a constitutional tonic that aids appetite digestion and blood enrichment to restore strength. It narrates a rundown woman gaining energy after using Vinol, claiming relief from weakness and improved health from the tonic. The copy mentions a pharmacy and various addresses as stock promotional material.
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Mark Ipine
Tha Lite Pharmacy
Tigeels Riker Arup Stave
J. Ashofeky
Vembpaoke
Rsh
Jfaraipioy
Séreec
Séreec Earned Aie, Tet Pad At One West Bigs Tive Lacons Tar Jie
Quiet Front Holds Across British Line On Third Day
On the British front the day passed with renewed calm as distant shelling eased. French and Allied troops prepared for fresh action, with reinforcements in the north and south, while British defenses held strong amid limited engagements. Meanwhile Jewish Welfare activities organized for drafted youths concluded with a farewell gathering in Yeune Ben's Nehrew Association circles featuring Rabbi William Witeen Stein and others.
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Francis
Jroork
Samme
Bajileul
Konunel
Prench Sitttesman
Topague
Yeune Ben's Nehrew Association
Aluyor Cliffoml Ti. Wilson
William Witeenstein
A. B. Deers
Enry Greenstein
United States War Time Restrictions on Imports
The War Trade board announced May 7 restrictions on imports to reduce foreign demand and protect domestic industry. About 157,000 deadweight tons of shiploads may be released, with exceptions for essential items and limited shipments from allied regions. Prohibited goods include lime, soapstone, shellfish, certain meats, and various chemicals, while some items from Canada and other regions are exempt or restricted to specific conditions.
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Washington
War Tide Board
Cauntley
Hanie
Ovdrsbad Srey
Othey
Ceuda
Tram Canada
Cuba Est Indies
Canada
Trowashinik
Sendai
Europe
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Kyl
Wagner
the Household Review
American Hardware
Xyon & Grumman
Hetil Division
Fulfield Ave
Middle Si
Armentures
Bapaume
Bridgeport Savings Bank Incorporated
Main and State Sts
Paris
Vire
Human Fly
Marvel
Bobby
Camp
Vinol
British Line
United
United States
Liberty Bond
City Savings Bank
Food For
American Bank & Trust Co
East Side Bank
Barnum Avenue
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