Baker Urges All To Aid In Liberty Loan
Secretary Baker addresses a Liberty loan rally in Washington urging Americans to do their part while praising Allied unity and the courage of American troops in France. He recalls a frontline officer’s gesture and stresses backing the soldiers as the war continues.
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Italy
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Germany
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War rallying cry echoes through night skies
A vivid wartime exhortation speaks of America’s resolve as guns fall silent and citizens feel a guiding hand. The phrase Held 'em echoes as a symbol of steadfast morale on dark nights, urging commitment and perseverance.
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War Dept denies report of heavy American losses
Washington officials led by General March say no message confirms Berlin's claim of heavy American casualties and captures. British forces report gains at two Somme points and near Robecq, all on the principal front.
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Two U S Ships Sunk In World War I Waters
The Navy reports two American ships lost unintended wartime actions. Lake Moor was torpedoed April 11 in European waters. 86 crew missing though five officers and twelve men survived in England. Florence H. blew up in a French port April 17. about 34 rescued from a crew of 75.
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German Raids Near Rheims Repulsed by French Forces
German raids east of the Avre river near Rheims were repulsed by French troops. Paris reports on April 22 that the assault was checked with no French casualties announced.
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Wheatless pledge spreads to Chicago clubs and hotels
About 60 clubs hotels and restaurants in Chicago have joined a wheatless program the United States food administration reports in a telegram. Heads of these establishments have voluntarily signed pledge cards.
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Chicago
United States Food Administration
French American Lines Hold After Night of Heavy Fighting
German assault northwest of Toul near Seicheprey drives a days long battle. Berlin claims 183 American prisoners and 25 machine guns, while French and American troops regain most ground and inflict heavy losses. Gas shells used. Americans counter with decisive fire.
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British Loss 12 368 for Week
British casualties reported for the week ending Saturday totaled 12 368. Killed or died of wounds: officers 575, men 1 639. Wounded or missing: officers 2 178, men 7 081.
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Allies Defeat Finns and Bolshes Aid Mourmansk Defense
British and French troops landed at Mourmansk to reinforce a marine detachment and cooperate with Bolshevik forces to protect the Mourman coast and railway from Finnish White guards. Soviet troops also aid, guarding rail hubs and ports as tensions rise in the Arctic front.
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British Guns Stop Attack on Arras Amiens Front
Allied airmen report preparations for a possible German movement between Arras and Amiens. British and French artillery repelled attacks near Ypres and Robecq, with raids on Reims and Lorraine. The April push has caused heavy German casualties, with an estimated 200000 dead and about 100000 wounded this month.
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Famine Threat Looms Over Global Food Supply
Lord Rhondda, English Food Controller, says famine menaces the world as shortages intensify. He warns the widespread scarcity resembles a familiar Indian crisis and underscores the severity of the global food crisis.
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India
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Churchill praises munition workers for British war gains
Winston Churchill, delivering the king’s thanks, said British west front gun and machine gun stocks and airplanes are now more serviceable than before the German attack. He called the results most valuable and credited munition workers with the improvement.
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