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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 17, 1918
Page
3
American forces push along the Moselle front taking multiple towns, capturing over 200 German guns as retreating troops abandon 72 more. In the St Mihiel sector artillery and aviation support aided the advance, with prisoners reportedly taken and strong enemy positions broken.
United Press says American forces advanced toward Metz from two to nine miles on a front of 83 miles as Metz endured long range bombardment. British activity continued near Ypres with Haig reporting minor night operations and gains on a front of over two miles. Raids and patrol clashes occurred near Mocurres Gavrelie and new posts were set near Savehy Cauchy and Oppy.
Allied units report progress at night east of Vauxalion. Mont des Singes fell with about 300 prisoners taken. Further south near Valliy and in the Leintrey region of Lorgaine, additional prisoners were captured.
London reports the Paris press views the Austrian manifesto as a last effort to ease its dire internal crisis. The Triton notes no talks while Germany and Austria demand unconditional surrender, urging victory without compromise. The Times cites the New York press supporting a hard line and warning against any peace terms.
Washington reports indicate Austrian peace notes are dismissed by officials as unserious and aimed at delaying surrender. Congress members expect a broader peace conference only after the Central Powers bow to unconditional surrender, while Taft calls the Austrian proposal ridiculous. In the St Mihiel sector the American advance expands 150 square miles, with 15,000 prisoners and vast material captured as German forces retreat through the area.
A Washington correspondent reports strong Allied actions on both sides of St Mihiel with French attacks in the center. Belief grows that American troops have reached Pagny near the Nancy Toul Verdun railway, a line of strategic importance in the ongoing campaign.
Parial field marshal dispatch notes continued advances west of St Quentin and near Homonwold with repulsed attacks at Trescant and La Bassee. Artillery active across Boise Moruvrea Mar quious and Ivenchy sectors with gas shells reported northwest of Armentieres.
From London Sept 15 an official cable reports Bolshevik authorities warn Lenin and Trotsky have prepared a night flight to Switzerland. About 250000 American troops are said to be engaged as Foch leads a new Allied drive.
A German peace proposal offers Belgium cessation of hostilities and evacuation if Belgium becomes neutral and aids in restoring German colonies. Another statement says Germany sought Belgian neutrality to end the war and using Belgian influence to regain colonies.
Perth dated Sept 16 reports on the death of Lord Forrest with letters from travelers aboard his boat recounting illness and distant references. It notes Ada Reeve and her party performing concerts, a hot voyage, and a ship doctor dying at sea. Claremont by election results follow, with remarks on provisional licensing for Willmott and inquiry into official reports.
Unclear text describes heavy rain at Moora and predicted repeat flooding. Mentions Gardiner Street and Yadbury to Roberts Streets flooded, with water entering houses. Warnings issued as authorities assess abatement and impact on residents and teens.
Weather ruined the ME Drivers Picnic planned for Sunday. A large crowd gathered at the station before rain began, forcing postponement. Organizers hope for better conditions next Sunday and will use the same plans. Ticket holders are reminded not to purchase fresh tickets yet.
Generalissimo Foch reports advances from the Mouth of St Quentin to the outskirts of Fontal les Cleres. Between the Oise and the Aisne French forces conduct local attacks aiming to toneering their positions. Avement and Laffeux captured, 2500 prisoners counted. East of Gancy and northeast of Cehes sur Aigne progress increases. South of the Aisne gains include Glenges with 200 more prisoners. JOCH'S NEXT GOAL. THE CAPTURE OF METZ. Sept 16. The Bigwork tins Magog.
A heavy Sunday rainfall covered the district with substantial totals reported for a 44 hour period ending 4 am today. Measurements show high figures at multiple sites including Carnarvon and Springs, with the Mid and line registrations noted as very heavy and widespread across the district.
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