Allied advance as Montdidier falls and extra towns taken
British and French forces capture Montdidier in Picardy as the Allies push deeper. More towns are occupied with 24,000 prisoners taken since Thursday and hundreds of guns captured. American troops fight in the heart of the great offensive on the Aisne front.
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Montdidier
Morlancourt
Aisne-Vesse
London
Picardy Drive
United Press
Mgo
Fronel
Meardy
Hiavemont
Montai
Neleifs
Murphattatg
Alsne- Vesle
Mamatt, Omi
Sind
Courchon
Mehariaccint
Lebona
Rand Talngourt
Feoynet
Ceu
Ailea
Peary
Workhouse Plan Abandoned Amid Allied War News Reach France
The report describes the abandonment of a workhouse plan by county officials amid war conditions. It notes opposition from county commissioners and officials who favored continuing with wartime mobilization. The dispatch covers statements from a convention and updates on divisions, morale, and Allied strategies, highlighting a shift away from domestic reforms toward sustaining the war effort.
Allies Extend Front Of Great Offensive Action Today
A chaotic early 20th century war update reports Allied forces extending front lines across multiple fronts. Details mention captures of towns, prisoner totals near 24,000, and advances toward Montdidier and Mamatt, with British and American units advancing on the Alsne Vesle front and near Montdidier.
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Wuwtinischin
America
Sumner
Lenine Delivers Ultimatum to Allied Powers
In Copenhagen and other capitals the Bolshevik leadership declares that Lenin seeks immediate intervention to defend Soviet interests. The Conte Powers allegedly plan to back Bolshevik stance while Allies reportedly prepare to act, tensions rise across Aveta and Germany.
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Copenhagen
Bolevik Nawepapera
Lint Nwtlon
Hort
Aveta
Papain
Conte
Alles
Siberia
Small Child Struck by Wagon Near Pirot Avenue
A small child was run down by a wagon near the curb on Pirot Avenue in the afternoon. Witnesses described the incident as brief and chaotic with bystanders rushing to assist the injured child.
Express Wagon Collision Near Town Hospital
Witnesses described a collision involving a child and an express wagon. Dr Benneth treated the injured at the scene and arranged removal to a hospital. Company officials said managers denied knowledge while Suttie Express officials investigated the incident thoroughly this afternoon.
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Benneth
Standard Purnbuckle team 18 on & Whowtion game played today
The article notes the Turnbuckle lineup saw action today with no home games yet scheduled for next week. A Wednesday evening match at Washington Grounds against Stanford Town is planned for the Red Crown fundraiser, expected to draw a large crowd. Next Sunday the Standard Numbuckle team heads to Warren for a return game with Kruats after snappy play weeks prior.
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Wedadtuy
Stanford
Washington
Standard ‘Numbuckle
Warren
Butator Kruats
Warn Against Fire Menace In This City Picnic Planned
The Seventh Agnumi Reunion and Picnic of Columbus township and borough will be held on August 14. Residents and families are invited to bring baskets and dishes as coffee will be served on the grounds. Local speakers will discuss safety and fire prevention. Weather forecast calls for possible showers tonight and Sunday. City officials consider ordinances to enforce cleaning of debris near businesses to reduce fire risk.
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Agnumi
Columbus
Iformer
Colunbud
Ble
Borroweh
Oalfee
Sever Apte Spowkers
Pro- Braun
ThUsien
Chit Paulson
Fee Department
Inc
Hill Wins New Fame at Pittsburg in Sports Note
Pittsburgh Gazette reports Corry boy Core y achieved a notable win in yesterdays sporting page. The narrative highlights Hill, his standout performance against rivals, and a praised display of striking and defense. The account credits Hill with a key 14 to nothing lead and hints at his rising status for local headlines.
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Corey Boy
Aid
Minsa Cap Neg & Plotuire
Hill
Corry
Carmen Wml
Brute Miller
Corsairs
Anil Alitok
Han Squveal
MT Nat
Guy Dial
Elfeau
Muthwitz
Lass
Heulus
Maly
Tommy
Hani
Pittsburgh
Abba
Pittaburga
Hun
Pithmurgh
Pirates
Funeral of Mrs Skinner reported with service at home
Funeral for Mary Eilen Skinner was held at her First Avenue home with Reverend John Hateful guiding the rites. Hymns by the Christian Alliance Church choir accompanied the service. Interment followed at Plow Grove Cemetery among mourners Leroy Ondy William Van Vielt Albert McWirey and Clyda Cook. An employee at the Howard Tinery was injured by steam and boiling water from a car radiator while at Ford Garage receiving repairs and was treated by Dr Kibler then returned home with lingering eye injuries.
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Mary
Eilen Sknner
Sthia
First Avenue
John Hateh
Christian Alliance Church
Plow Grove Cemetery
Leroy Ondy
Willian van Vielt
Albert Mc Wirey
Clyda Cook
Stewart Measenger
Howinl Tinnery
Messenger
C 'B. Kibler
Tris
Paris claims large prisoner haul after town fall
Paris reports French in possession of the town with a great bay of prisoners. Von Hutier's army retreats further as more towns in the region are reported fallen to Allied forces today.
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Paris
von Hutier
Trainman Killed In Train Accident At Salisbury Wheel Factory
A trainman was killed near the Salisbury Wheel Company plant in an incident described as a railroad accident during a meeting held at the plant. The event included talks by Riv Harnett, mentions of Erickson the switchman, and a gathering of workers with refreshments after the talks.
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Asus
Raden Andriy
Kolosan
Wee
Wits
Siimiest
Taanienne
Avery
Erickson
Ewitchman
Vanlows
Pollowine
Belwest
War Department reports 6168 casualties this week in great offensive
Washington reports total casualties for the week from a major American offensive. 4,283 killed or wounded since the start, with 6168 Casualties listed among the American Expeditionary Forces and 26 from Marine Camps. Army losses show 64 in action, 28 dead from disease, 9 aviation deaths, 4 from other causes, 102 severely wounded, and 102 wounded but undetermined. Marine Corps adds several deaths and nine severely wounded. Harry Lantz of Cochran, Ohio is named among those affected in action.
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United Press
Washington, DC
War Department
A & Part
Lal
Marine Corps
Medlin
Harry Lantz
Cochranton
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