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Newspaper

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1918

Page

6

Liberty Farmers Raise Flag in Welcoming Ceremony

Liberty farmers hosted a flag raising amid guests from Washington town, Fort Wayne, and nearby residents at Wynes residence. A parade formed with the school band, the pole raised sixty feet, and cheers as Old Glory floated. speakers praised Union service and the community’s loyalty.

Washington Fort Wayne Xalf Wynes Thiechen Demnstrathoay Wayne Sheri Gee Hanschen Etuce School Lua Chouceun Murr Abe Joe Be Tore Age Dilan Walter Po Gracen Aix Ntriis Yoliet Sibel Ti Roy

American troops in field a year awaiting Pershing’s first army

The first field army of the American expeditionary force begins training under General Pershing though no full formation yet. Troops man sectors on the front from Verdun to the Marne region, with units near Switerlarder and other sites, as the drive against German forces continues.

Pershing United States Sanu Marne Picardy Flanders Verdun

Secretary Daniels Gaspeed? Marines Demonstrate In War Training

Secretary Daniels toured a Marine training site with lawmakers and British officers near No Man's Land. The group observed rifle fire from 25-pdr batteries and a trench assault as a German trench attack was simulated. A British officer explained the exercise mirrors Western Front tactics and praised U S Marines performance.

Navy Daniels Prandh United States Marines Sverstury No Man's Land

Senate Talks On Age Extension District Faces Fray In Parliament

Fragmentary OCR from a historic page hints at a senate debating age extension and related political maneuvers. Names, places, and clear events are obscured. main takeaway involves parliamentary discussion and potential policy change.

Senate

Untitled fragment hints at foreign items and names

A garbled OCR fragment mentions Italian headquarters and various proper nouns, dates, and places with unclear connections. The readable bits suggest a news brief about international entities, but the text remains incoherent and fragmented. Further context is needed to identify a clear event, date, or outcome.

Fragmentary World War II Battle Report Summary

Fragmented OCR text references a military command line, counter offensives, and enemy counteractions. Mentions General Jas and Traian figures, with unclear chronology and numerous garbled terms. Describes defending lines, replenishment, and American troops in a chaotic account lacking clear dates, places, or outcomes.

Traian Vamminder Jas

German Plot in Ireland Stirs Public Worry

A decipherable history fragment notes a supposed German plot in Ireland causing concern. It references conscription debates, security measures, and suspicions surrounding espionage, with named figures and places blurred by OCR but indicating a tense, official response.

Plunder of Paris Promises Recounted by German Deserter

A German deserter recalls how Miivers described Paris as a rich prize before a June offensive. He says guards at Villers-Ayrot foneaux drank and refused orders as a counterattack failed. The Arenadier guards criticized reserves sent to the front, missing initial opportunities at Partes.

Washington Jane Uh Paris Villers-Ayrotfoneaux

Pro and Public Meeting Recap at Lumber Trades Rally

A chaotic OCR draft recalls a building trades gathering led by Murry Morgan with Mary Vuny and Charla Mlodur. It mentions subscriptions, Nickel Meteor brand, and a parade of workers as speeches from E. C. Miller and others framed the event's drive for funds and support.

Oscar Foeltinger Bao Charlie Bowen Cometry Ugba Kedernt Rene Ee Mary Vuny Dolly Lunchnan Murry Mogan Charles Bhoy Koseel Mhariow Ueto Sar Durry Nagle E. C. Miller

Fragmented World War II Dispatches From Ailing Front Lines

A garbled wartime summary describes Allied and German positions in France and Austria. It mentions leaders like Lloyd George and Germany’s hopes for a final blow in France, while American officers debate internal fears and possible German resilience. The text is an OCR muddle with unclear dates and names.

Coc Ik Gerry Ser Eranen Henri Lloyd George Gare Mans France Teiss Aerneil Letaden Germany Tly Diller Ate Rished York Austria Western Front Gerry Ligh

Rotary Indorses the War Chest Plan

The War Chest plan for raising funds to support war efforts is endorsed by the Rotary Club delegates at the International Association of Rotary Clubs meeting in Kansas City. Delegates from Syracuse New York Columbia Michigan Jackson Michigan and Tad cities voice support and note the plan unites diverse groups to back national campaigns. Opponents argue large campaigns better fund war needs, not chest initiatives.

Kansas City Kansas War Chest Pki Tore Syracuan N.Y Columbia Derok Mich Jackson Phot Pli

Train crew held after Michigan Central wreck near Gary

Engineer Nam mond and fireman Ronan Sargent of the Michigan Central equipment train were held in custody after a wreck near Gary. Acting Coroner Gustave Klanss ordered the hold and the inquiry adjourned with testimony pending.

Nammond Ronan Sargent Michican Central Wallace Elhcus Gary Jaat Gustave Klanss Tein Nooruson Lewis Barkent

Germany's War Aims Unfuonded and Foggy Terms

Fragmented wartime summary notes discuss Germany's expected terms and entente reactions. The text hints at negotiations, public pressure, and uncertainty about whether Germany can weaken its own government through concessions. The piece reflects confusion over plans for peace and Allied responses.

Tubercular Hospital Dedication Ceremony Held Sunday

A dedication event for a tubercular hospital was held Sunday with officials outlining preparedness and improvements for patient care. The ceremony emphasized accommodations for the afflicted and the hospital’s role in regional health efforts.

Fire Wipes Out Washington Town in Blazing Inferno

A devastating fire in Ellensburg destroys Washington townhomes and commercial properties worth over 1 million dollars. Authorities mobilize responses as residents evacuate and investigators review causes amid widespread rubble.

Washington Town

Prize Winners at St Patrick's School

John Lykeman Jr class eighth grade graduate at St Patrick's parochial school wins ten dollar deposit gift from John Morris for highest average in studies. The student receives the certificate of graduation at St Patrick's Church on Sunday morning.

John Lykeman, Jr Amige Joh W. Epgeman St. Patrick's Parochial School John Morris Nix St. Patrick's Church

Fragmented Military Notice Outlines Commissions and Contingent Events

Composed text traces 15 commissioned first lieutenants and related actions. Mentions Persian theater, Sun hero, and various military personnel in a stream of partial phrases. Context remains unclear due to garbled OCR but references to commissions, duties, and ceremonial events appear.

Lloyd George appeals for unity in Ulster and Ireland

LONDON June 25 Sir Edward Carson urged to show spirit once more as Lloyd George defends imperial unity policy. Dublin reports he met American envoy Page with anti conscription conference reply to Wilson. Washington invited labor groups to oppose Mooney’s execution and thanked Woodrow Wilson. Amsterdam notes Banham may replace von Seydier as Austrian premier. Montreal reports dynamite blast near the mouth of the Canadian Northern Railway tunnel. Moscow says Germans land 3000 troops at Poti. Jena notes Lloyd George speech in Commons.

London Lloyd George Edward Corson Ulster Ireland Dublin Page Wilson Foreign Office Washington Washington Central Labor Union Thomas J. Mooney San Francisco White House Mooney Amsterdam Vienna Minster of Railways Banham Dr. van Seydiar Austra Dr. von Seydier

German Raider in the Indies

Reports from vessels arriving at Norfolk VA describe a heavily armed German raider in West Indian waters. Sighted 200 miles east of Hamilton Bermuda, it appeared cruiser like with clean lines and reportedly sunk a large British steamship. Two armed merchant ships were shelled but escaped.

Norfolk Central South America Hamilton Bermuda Atlantic

Hunt for Jean Crone Case Reignites After Two Years

The article reports renewed pursuit of Jean Crone alleged poisoner linked to a two year wait since the disappearance of Phin and the deaths of several people tied to the case. Authorities say Crone, once tied to Archbishop charges, remains at large as investigators work from a military cantonment and court proceedings unfold.

Chigsaq de Ceetivie Pelea Crearge Mim Deleln Reokion Ealing Shite Thayne de Timm Crones Voyne Werlich Jody Th. Murphy Petseniays

Raid on London Destroys Much Machinery

Report from German sources confirms heavy losses of British machines in a raid on London. Accounts describe multiple air raids, with machines destroyed or damaged and limited rescue or repair capabilities noted amid wartime pressures.

London

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