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Newspaper
Fairfield Journal
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1918
Page
5
Reports from London and Paris detail a daylong clash north and south of the Scarpe around Arras with British forces repelling German advances at heavy cost. French troops push from Lassigny to Noyon as 100,000 American troops are poised to enter the conflict.
French troops counter-attacked along a ten kilometer front south of Noyon and pressed the enemy back while Germans crossed the Somme near Chipilly forcing a British retreat. The British line holds north of the Somme as German assaults on Artois and the Scarpe area are repulsed. Paris reports Dun Kirk under renewed bombardment with high casualties and material damage. A French captain lauds American troops in the Somme battle while praising Red Cross efforts.
German forces penetrated Allied lines to Marcelcave on the railway east of Amiens. The advance moves the front a short distance westward along the Albert to Montdidier axis, placing German troops about twelve miles east of Amiens, a repeat of the Somme objective in 1916. Allied lines reportedly hold at all other points.
Paris reports the war office states General Pershing has placed the entire American Expeditionary Forces at General Foch's disposal for use in the current crisis great battle. The move reflects full cooperation between American and French commands during the ongoing crisis.
French and British troops repelled German counterattacks around Montdidier and kept the villages taken yesterday. Moncel was captured as the front widened and Pershing offered the American army for use in the battle under Gen. Foch.
British reports say heavy fighting last night yielded German gains south of the Somme and slight advance near Arras, but the enemy was pushed back along much of the line with heavy losses.
London report says British forces hold positions along the Somme and have gained ground in several places through successful counter attacks. German losses are described as enormous and many prisoners are taken. The French line holds.
Fire and artillery buildup on the Toul sector continues as American guns focus on German positions believed to be undergoing relief. Patrols moved into the German lines at two points, near Richecourt and Bemileres, recovering an officer left behind during the prior night.
President Wilson signed a bill authorizing the sale of major German properties in America. The government may acquire title to Hoboken piers and docks and will auction German investments including Von Bethmann-Hollweg and the Kaiser.
Washington reports plans to move 65 000 selective men to various camps over five days. Crowder withholds camp names, but Meade Dix Upton and other western and southern camps will receive draftees. Several thousand colored men are included though training sites not disclosed. This completes the first draft of 687 000 and adds 15 000 to the second draft.
Maj. Gen. Frederick B. Maurice says Germany inflates captures and prisoners. He estimates Allied losses in guns around 600, and tanks about 100, contrasting with German claims of 950 condemned weapons and numerous prisoners. He urges calm and transparency in war reporting.
An American refugee from Minsk reaches Moscow recounting how Germans seized food and vehicles, cut telephones, and faced 2000 soldiers as locals grow hostile. Russian leaders call for a disciplined, long workday army while Pravda notes Red Army recruitment troubles. Fourteen Americans, including naval attaché W S Crosley, reach Kristianstad after a sleigh trek from Finland. Odessa’s recapture by Bolshevik forces is officially confirmed.
John M. Parker, longtime Louisiana Progressive leader and 1916 vice presidential candidate, rejoined the Democratic Party in New Orleans. He cited GOP criticisms of President Wilson’s administration as his motivation for returning to Democrat ranks.
Bethlehem Steel says general labor rates at all plants will rise about 15 percent, effective April 16. The announcement accompanies ongoing production schedules at Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Reno report says Patrick Walch owner of wealth in the region refused to sell 7000 bushels of wheat to the government at 2.75 per hundredweight, prompting action by H A Lemmon state food administrator who ordered seizure.
Washington reports a War Trade Board notice showing Japan will hand over twelve 100000 ton steamers to the American fleet, with negotiations under way for 200000 tons of new construction. Railroads and fuel and shipping officials survey ports and bunkering facilities to boost wartime efficiency and national transport power.
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