09 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1918
Page
1
Allied attack across a twenty mile front from Braches to Morlancourt catches German positions by surprise after intensive artillery prep and mist, with Australians Canadians English and French achieving rapid objectives. Tanks machine guns and cavalry support collapse German defenses. thousands of prisoners and many guns seized as progress continues.
The United States Student Nurse Reserve aims to surpass a Bridgeport record as recruitment closes next Sunday. An officer reports 111 applicants enrolled while a goal of 396 for Bridgeport may be exceeded with anticipated daily enrollments averaging 16 nurses Friday through Sunday.
Hartford August hearing on a mandatory injunction to force Lake Torpedo Boat Company of Bridgeport to reveal its total insurance coverage. Monty Michaels of New York sought full financial records, assets, liabilities and earnings, but was limited to insurance details. Company counsel Willing agreed to provide personnel data and insurance figures while resisting broader disclosures. The firm, under contract with the U.S. government for submarines, faced questions on finances and accountability.
Washington Aug voluntary enlistment in the army or navy is suspended to avert industry disruption pending draft age extension to men 18 to 45. Orders by Baker and Daniels bar further voluntary enlistments and officers camps civilians from officer training. Public after Wilson visit, aim to prevent indispensable workers from rushing to service while awaiting draft rules.
A lamp toppled tipping over set a loft of old railroad ties in the cellar at 1880 State Street ablaze at 9:57 last night. Fire alarm from Box 283 drew Engine 3, Chemical 2, and Truck 4. Luitt Poyor, owner on the first floor, was cutting wood in the cellar. a small chemical extinguished the blaze and limited damage.
War department telegram confirms Corporal Kelley of Bridgeport injured in action July 20 near Soissons during World War I. He served with Company 1 of the 1024th Infantry, shipped overseas in September, and previously worked in Warner Brothers accessories. A member of Knights of Columbus and St. Augustine parish, he wore gold chevrons and left a brotherhood of friends.
Edward P. Warner ex foreman at Liberty Ordnance was re arrested at the American Graphophone plant on charges under the sabotage act. Bonds were raised to 20000 and he was jailed awaiting hearing before U S Commissioner Hugh J Lavery. Army intelligence says he flooded outputs with worthless shells shipped for government use. The War Department loss is described as potentially vast.
Secretary Baker said news gathering is essential to industry while noting replacement prospects for men in the draft. He cited Cleveland conditions and suggested newspapers could fill roles in emergencies by substituting younger workers if needed.
American forces report slight gains north of the Vesle as French units aid from the east and west. The front across the Vesle remains tense with minor engagements and steady American artillery support stabilizing positions along lines, amid uncertainty whether the July 18 battle has ended or if Germans will pull back beyond the Aisne.
Rumors from German agents claiming American casualties and naval reserves in trenches are debunked by Chief Boatswain Maite George Carrigan. He says the tale is false and a Department of Justice action could follow for spreading the lie.
Bridgeport advances compulsory night school for adult alien residents starting September 1 under the Americanization program. A. P. Wheaton to direct programs in Bridgeport with multilingual lectures and later English classes, aiming to educate both male and female adults across Connecticut. About 20 committees will coordinate efforts. $10,000 appropriated.
In the House of Commons Edward Shortt announces the government's plan to confiscate 50,000 rifles held in Ulster as part of Ireland policy. He notes that if the guns can be taken without trouble, that outcome would be favorable. Nationalist members loudly cheer the statement.
Field Marshal Haig states British and French forces advanced along a 20 mile front from the Avre to Mars, taking prisoners and guns as they broke German lines near Plessier Morlancourt and Lancourt. The assault began with French First Army and British Fourth Army under cover of night, aided by tanks and cavalry, with several thousand prisoners and many guns reported.
A temperature drop brings relief for thousands in Bridgeport as the high reached 92 and the low 78 with humidity easing. Forecasters warn of a new cool front developing over Alberta, possibly bringing record heat again, while thundershowers are predicted for New Haven.
War office reports Allied forces landed at Archangel and drove back German positions south toward Choser shaika. Some German material captured. Allied advance described as great progress by Entente. Despatch from Petrograd notes communists ordered to colors and foreigners to depart within 24 hours. Continuous coverage of Arctic operations and reaction in German papers.
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