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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1918
Page
7
General Foch’s reserves slow the German advance toward Paris as Allied forces hold key positions near Vaitresis and Soissons. The invaders press toward the Marne, while French lines counter with strengthened defense along the northern front.
AP reports bitter fighting as General Foch’s reserves bolster Allied lines near Rheims in the battle for Paris. German advances west of Soissons to Chalons Thierry press toward the Marne while French and British forces counter with strong line defenses and trench actions.
Maj Gen Wood, addressing the 89th Division, declares order stand fast as he departs for Camp Funston. He urges troops to stay focused and do their best, acknowledging a temporary separation and expressing hope they will continue to uphold high standards under future leadership. He bids farewell with blessings and confidence in their training.
Former Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks lies in a deteriorating state at his Baltimore residence. Dr. J A MacDonald reports the condition more critical than at any time in weeks, with the patient seriously ill for about four weeks and no hope of recovery expressed tonight by the physician.
Major Taracen, Italy's top aviator, is rising as a leading Allied fighter. He recently shot down his 32nd enemy aircraft, firing on a prominent Italian air squadron and earning the Gold Military Medal.
George Waldschmidt and J We Puckett escape death in a morning collision on Miller road near Spankie station. Puckett loses control as a steering hackle breaks. both men taken to St Joseph's hospital. Waldschmidt suffers sight injuries and possible internal injuries. Puckett’s injuries slight, a bruised back and wrist.
A large gathering attended the dedication of Hathey Tenure church with a morning service led by Pastor Yates and Rev Olmsted. The program featured songs, a patriotic prayer, and remarks on the church’s mission and debt paving.
A wartime front page discusses a looming clash with the German fleet as British and American ships prepare in tandem. Admiral Gleaves chairs a secrecy bound briefing about an imminent high seas engagement and the role of U S battleships. It highlights naval readiness and the national call to arms.
June 2 Indianapolis aviation camp scene turns fatal as Captain Edwin P. Webb adju tant dies instantly and Major Guy Geahart sustains minor injuries when a training aircraft crashes during a flight. Spectators report a ribbon attached ball being dropped caused a snag in the plane’s mechanism leading to a nose dive. Webb's home is in Bison, Oklahoma. he leaves a wife. Geahart's home is in Indianapolis.
Women will meet on June 4 to receive instructions for talks on drive. Campaign leaders and county officials organize a series of meetings across Alten county to aid the campaign with speaker roles and organization formation. County Superintendent McCoy and Agricultural Agent Smiley will preside. need for women speakers emphasized.
A vague notice announces a mandatory meeting for drafted men at a local church on Wednesday night. Rev A J Felsam is listed as organizer and the session aims to instruct attendees on district procedures and upcoming actions.
New York June 2 Western Union declines to submit to the national war labor board amid mediation with the Commercial Telegraphers Union of America. President Carlton rejects union membership as a condition for employment, citing potential disruption to telegraph service and stressing workers’ protected rights. Taft and Walsh report the board’s mediation proposal, outlining a compromise that would not compel recognition and would maintain employment options for non union members.
French war office says German onslaught north of the Aisne between Dias and Saissens faltered after four assaults on Mont de Choisy. Front near Soissons and Chateau-Thierry sees towns Longpont Gorcy Faverolles Troesnes captured then retaken by French counterattacks. In Rheims area Germans cross east of Ville-en-Tardanon as fighting continues. British raids southeast of Arras disrupt German trenches with artillery activity increasing along the front in Flanders and Belgium.
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