Allies Elated by French Marne Front Stand
Washington officials and the White House respond with elation as Allied dispatches describe a brilliant American stand on the Marne front. Reports say the enemy was repulsed in heavy attacks and the day marked a major American achievement, with Baker and other officials receiving brief battlefield updates.
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Germans Halted At Marne Bend In Fierce Counterattack
American forces hold the bend of the Marne after a counterattack that reportedly captured 1,000 to 1,100 German prisoners including a brigade staff. Berlin says French positions were penetrated to the south and east of Rheims as the offensive on the Aisne continues.
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Allies Hold Marne as German Drive Is Halted
Paris dispatch reports the fourth Gorman offensive favoring the Allies with German progress stalled near the Marne. American and French forces counterattack, inflicting heavy losses and driving Germans back two to three miles as weather and gas limitations hinder the assault. Washington notes limited German gains east of Rheims and captures over 2,000 prisoners.
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British Forces Press On at Villers-Betuneux
An official war office communique notes a slight British advance at Villers-Bretonneux and Ridgewood where 229 enemy troops were captured. City blotter reports a busy night with 12 arrests including six for vagrancy, three for drunkenness, and three for investigations.
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Administration to Back Wyoming Democratic Ticket in November
Washington July 16 The administration and Democratic National Committee will vigorously back Wyoming nominees for U S Senator and Congressman in the November election. Officials deny any backing for Warren or Mondell, noting past votes against administration war measures but acknowledging later support after Pershing's appointment.
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German Airmen Fire on American Balloon Over Marne
On July 15 near the Marne the Germans attacked an American sausage balloon with incendiaries after five German planes flew American flags. The balloon crew escaped by parachute while American chasers pursued the attackers behind German lines as heavy artillery roared.
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Light Local Shower Spurs Cheyenne Area Brief Rain
Railroad men report a brief, purely local shower in Cheyenne and vicinity last night. The rain covered only a short distance in each direction and did not affect broader travel plans.
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