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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1918
Page
4
A poem by F J Morgan honors Gillespie County soldiers answering the call of the colors. Morgan, a Texas-adopted veteran with Civil War service, reflects on duty, home, and the hope that troops return safely. The piece recounts marches to Camp Travis and praises brave, gallant bands.
President Wilson and Secretary Baker conferred as reports reached Washington that German forces are advancing directly at Paris. Officials call the crisis grave but see no cause for despair, with allied military quarters echoing the grim outlook of the battle developments.
Sheriff Leo Allen arrived with W. Cole who is held in connection with the shooting of John and Will Lincoln this afternoon near Weir. John Lincoln is thought to die from a neck wound. He was taken to Temple for an operation.
New arrivals in the millinery section are showcased at the Daylight Store today. Shoppers can view a range of hats and headpieces as spring accessories arrive with several styles from classic to modern.
Report from Paris notes the German army pushing toward the Marne south of Fere-en-Tardenois with the line bending southwest. French and British forces struggle to slow the advance while defending Rheims forts and positions west of the city. The battle extends northwest along the Aillette and east of Rheims as the front tightens.
International News Service reports the American transport President Lincoln, en route to the United States, was torpedoed by a German submarine at 10 40 this morning and sank about an hour later. Secretary Daniels confirmed the Navy received Admiral Sims' dispatch. The vessel had been returning from Europe and no further details were available.
George Cabiness, a resident of the Phelps area, is not expected to live after an exchange of gunfire with officers. His mother and sister were wounded. Allegations say Cabiness repeatedly refused draft registration, resisted jail transport to Houston, and sent word to Sheriff King to come for him. He allegedly drew a revolver toward A P W Allen, prompting deputies to fire.
The German counterattacks near Cantigny on the Picardy front were repulsed in the last twenty four hours. American troops, aided by heavy artillery, held the village and salient west of Montdidier after each failed assault.
The Federal Government announces a two pounds per person per week meat ration and urges butchers to tailor sales to families. In Wisconsin press, Grace Lusk is convicted of second degree murder after a courtroom outburst. Italian Alpini capture Presena Lake basin in fierce mountain fighting near Trent, with Presena Mountain reached after repeated assaults.
Washington May 31 Cotton the Souths main wealth could be taxed in the new revenue bill Northern Ways and Means members led by Representative Moore of Pennsylvania seek a production tax on cotton They argue at 25 cents a pound planters should accept price fixing as with wheat But they face strong opposition from Committee Chairman Kitchen and Senate Finance Chairman Simmons
Topeka May 24 A final State Board of Agriculture estimate puts Kansas wheat harvest next month at 98 411 822 bushels, 2.5 million more than the federal forecast and 137 percent above last year’s 41 million. The state would supply over one sixth of the national winter wheat, with 6,302,224 acres at an average 166 bushels per acre. the 1914 and 1916 crops remain larger in state history.
Captain Eph Davis mustered in his National Guard unit in Lampasas and Burnet Counties on Tuesday. One hundred sixteen passed examinations and were sworn in before departing for home for weekly drills. First Lieutenant Leonard Skaggs of Lometa and Second Lieutenant Homer Fields of Bertram received commissions under Captain Davis.
LondonMay 28 The British transport Moldavia was torpedoed and sunk in the Channel with 43 American soldiers lost Among the casualties is Hermann W Dierks from near New Braunfels Texas.
In France on May 29, Associated Press reports American forces broke into German positions to about a mile depth. Artillery fire overwhelmed the defenders as twelve French tanks supported the infantry, with fires burning behind the line and the roar of guns audible for miles.
The British transport ship Leasowe Castle was sunk by an enemy submarine in the Mediterranean on May 26. The British Admiralty said 101 people drowned, including 13 military officers and 79 soldiers.
Geneva May 31 report says eighteen women and children were trampled to death and others injured as panicked crowds surged for shelter after an aerial raid alarm sounded at midday in Mannheim region. The alert was triggered by sighting German aviators returning to base near Mannheim.
Paris May 31 The removal of children from Paris began with 1 000 children from the Mount Marie district placed on a special train bound for a vacation colony in the Department of Allies in Central France This is the first action under a plan to shield Paris children from long range shell fire The bombardment of Paris by the German long range gun resumed at sunset
Phoenix Arizona May 24 The lower house of the Legislature passed the joint resolution ratifying the prohibition amendment to the Federal Constitution by a vote of 29 to 3 The Senate had approved the measure unanimously the day before
Official dispatch from Saloniki reports Greek troops captured more than 1500 German and Bulgarian prisoners on the Macedonian front near Saloniki. Among the captives are thirty three officers. A large quantity of war materials was taken. London dated May 31.
Dr L Werblun, an optician from San Antonio, will be at the Nimitz Hotel in Fredericksburg from May 31 to June 4. Free eye examinations available. Appointment details not specified.
Farmers who grind corn for personal use at their own mills do not need a license. Licensing is required if they grind for neighbors for pay or sell any corn, bran, or corn meal produced. Apply at the county food administrator’s office in Fredericksburg.
Washington May 29 President Wilson approves beef investigation commission recommendations extending government control over packing houses. Outright government operation favored if regulatory measures cannot be enforced.
Associated Press report from Texarkana Ark dated May 26 says a sheriff's posse clashed with draft resisters in Polk County mountains near Hatfield. One deputy sheriff was killed, one seriously wounded, and a woman fatally wounded, with three other men killed. Polk County Sheriff ordered ammunition as further trouble was feared.
Washington May 3 The House passed an army appropriations bill totaling 12 041 682 609 and granting the President unlimited power to raise an army of any size. The measure passed unanimously this afternoon.
A fragmented notice lists candidates subject to Democratic primaries in Texas. Claude B.Hdspeth seeks Congress in the Sixteenth District. Zach Lamar Cobb announces for Texas 33rd Judicial seat. Various platform lines reference Americanism and supporting the Kaiser stance.
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