British Repulse German Attack Near St Julien
War report says British forces repelled a German assault near St Julien northeast of Ypres and captured prisoners from German posts near Meteren. French troops in Flanders conducted a small operation improving positions on holds at Locre protecting Mont Rouge flank. Artillery activity continues on the Somme near Villers-Ardonneans and along the Avre.
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Flanders
St. Julien
Ypres
Meteren
Locre
Mont Rouge
Somme
Villers-Ardonneans
Avre
Germans Suffer Heaviest Losses in Ypres Offensive
London dispatch notes German attack northwest of Ypres on Monday failed with immense losses. Report says the German advance toward the channel ports faced its most severe cost yet in the ongoing offensive.
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London
Ypres
Teave
Americans Down German Plane Over France
An American air unit in France reports shooting down a German aircraft during a night mission. Captain Norman Hall of Dallas and Lieutenant Edward Bo Rickenseeker, former automobile dealer of Costumius, Ohio, led the engagement after crossing into enemy airspace.
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Norman Hall
Dallas
Edward Bo Rickenseeker
Costumius
Ohio
Casualty List Reports 72 Names With Breakout
Washington May 2 The casualty list today shows 72 names across categories including killed in action eight died of wounds ten died of other causes one died of disease one died of accident two wounded severely three wound ed slightly six missing in action two.
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Washington
Sis
No Infantry Action On American Sector Report
The Associated Press notes that the American sector situation is stabilizing with limited activity. Dispatches mention minor patrols and no major engagements, as Allied forces maintain positioning along key front lines.
French And British Gain In German Front Zone
French and British troops attacked on the front last night and reportedly took prisoners after a successful assault in the sector. The action occurred on the northern front amid ongoing hostilities as forces advance against German positions.
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London
Hinders
Meterint
George W Richardson Confined by Sickness at Home
George W Richardson remains confined to his South Sixth Street residence due to illness, with no additional details on diagnosis or duration provided.
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George W. Richardson
South Sixth Street
Purdue Man Starts War on Barberry Bushes
R. J. Hosmer of Purdue University arrived to lead the fight against barberry bushes in Fairfield County. He aims to eradicate all barberry bushes by May 15 and seeks public backing, meeting with I. O. Wood, county defense council chairman, before moving on to Goshen.
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R. J. Hosmer
Purdue University
Fikbart County
Mr. Hosmer
Hosmer
I. O. Wood
County Council of Defense
Goshen
Murderer Whose Crime Started War Is Dead
Gavril Prinszit the assassin of Archduke Francis Ferdinand and his wife died yesterday in a fortress near Prague of tuberculosis. He shot the archduke in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914, an act that sparked the European war. Prinszit, a student, was found guilty and sentenced to 20 years.
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Associated Press
London
Gavril Prinszit
Francis Ferdinand
Sarajevo
Bosnia
Prague
The
Hague
Exchange Telegraph Co
Prinzit
National Guard Unit Ordered Disbanded
An order telegraphed to Minnesota's governor directs disbanding the Second Minnesota Artillery, signaling the War Department will not accept additional National Guard units for abroad service. Minnesota sought the unit as proof of loyalty in its district.
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Washington
War Department
Minnesota
Minnesota Artillery
Government Intercedes for Union Men
The War Labor Board asked Western Union and Postal Telegraph to report on the discharge or disciplinary actions against employees suspected of union membership. The probe follows a complaint that workers joined telegraphers unions and faced retaliation as a result.
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Washington
Western Union and
Postal Telegraph Companies
Irnational
War Daber Board
Hegard
Goshen High to Shorten Term for 1918 Graduation
The Goshen city schools will close May 17, with commencement for 37 graduates scheduled the week of May 12. Farm work labor needs prompted the early term end. The baccalaureate sermon is planned for May 12 at the Jefferson theater, speaker to be announced later. Class president Ralph Wysong is ill at home. Naomi Walt.
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Goshen
Board of Education
Jefferson Theater
Ralph Wysong
Milton Wysong
South Seventh Street
Naomi Walt
Secretary Baker Seeks Blanket Authority for Army Expansion
Secretary Baker plans to testify before the House military committee to seek blanket authority to raise as many troops as possible to meet the German drive. While specifics are unclear, indications point to a request for broad power to mobilize and equip forces.
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Wasthington
May
Caker
Hose
Bac
Atskjog
Seteb
Liberty Bonds Subscriptions Hit Record Level
Report says about 12,000,939 persons bought Liberty bonds in the third issue as early figures show subscriptions near 20,000 through Creas- Wege and Associated Press wire services.
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Liberty
Creas- Wege
Erly Reports
Atels
Explosives Found Under Fort Bliss Wireless Tower
An officer discovered four sticks of dynamite fifty pieces of copper wire and three caps buried under a field wireless tower near Fort Bliss. The discovery was reported by Associated Press with officials handling the investigation.
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EL Paso
Tex
Milk Companies Receive Five Day Notice Instate
Five days notice issued to milk companies in Goshen area as part of a federal food safety program. Robert J. Wickler of Mishawaka died in a street accident near Emerton. His widow, Mrs Ellen M Wheeler of Mishawaka, survives along with two children.
Eighty Eight Hundred Ninety Five Men Drafted for Two Month Course
About 8,985 drafted men are ordered to report for a two month course of training in various mechanical studies. They will mobilize on a to be set date and be sent to centers scattered nationwide for the program.
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Prevost
Marstuik Ceneral
Uve Justi
German Propaganda Agent Arrested in New York
A German propaganda agent, reportedly a high ranking commander, was arrested by authorities in New York. The detainee is tied to enemy propaganda efforts for America, with details indicating involvement in operations delegated by Count von Bean and linked to former German officials.
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Bederatl
Railroads Paid 19 614 000 by Government Report
Disjointed notes report that railroads received 19 614 000 from the government as compensation amid ongoing operation closures. A director general comments on delays and stalled assemblies. A local gathering and church supper are announced, with mentions of regional attendance.
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Gov't
Examination Pass for Goshen Clerk Position
Miss Lizgle AL Fuson of Goshen passed the examination for a government clerical position. all is subject to final approval.
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Lizgle AL Fuson Af
Elkhart Home Guards to Arrest Goslin Company Members
Members of the Elkhart Home Guards are set to arrest individuals associated with the Goslin company tonight, amid local tension and security concerns.
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Elkhart
Goslin Company
Goshen Shows Strong Liberty Loan Support
Goshen city exceeded its Third Liberty Loan quota by more than double the $125,000 target, with total sales over $250,000 reported to county chairman B. F. Deah by city chairman Edwin Stout. Local banks and numerous manufacturers and firms carried Liberty loan advertising and contributed to the campaign’s success.
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Goshen
B. F. Deah
Edwin Stout
Canvays
State Bank of
Salem Bank
City National Bank
Elkhart County Trust Co
the Hudson Company
Cripe & Seaman
Western Rubber Works
Hoosier Motor Co
I-X-L Furniture Co
Rock Run Mills
Newell Brothers Company
Lewis & Jacobs
Hawks Electric Co
Goshen Veneer Co
Chicago-Detroit Bag Co
Goshen Lightning Rod Co
C. B. Silver
Hawks Hardware Co
Goshen Mfg
Goshen Sash & Door Co
Kelly Foundry & Machine Co
Smith-Herr Co
Goshen Milling Co
Goshen Buggy Top Co
Goshen Milk Condensing Co
Two Wills Filed For Probate Today
The will of John Wiggins was filed for probate. It leaves all real estate and personal property to his widow until her death, then distributes $1000 to Ulah W Hill and various bequests to others. The widow of Joel Sweveland inherits the estate, and Mrs Ross Stump, Samuel H Hower and Gertens Weldscout share the estate after the wife’s death. George W Moneyheffer named executor.
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John
J. D D. Evane
Joel Sweveland
Jackson Township
Ross Stump
Samuel H. Hower
Gertends Weldscout
George W. Moneyheffer
Red Cross Meeting In South Bend To Discuss Fund Drive
Red Cross managers from the region gather in South Bend to outline promotion plans for the new drive. Charles BL Cottin of Codtroapelis chairs the event with committee members from Bel Cross and other district candidates expected to attend and define goals.
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Red Cross
So. Bend
Ehitrmen
Redo Choss War Fund
Hel
Mition Tocatapadze
Etsy
Hetel South
Sick and Wounded Soldiers Returned to the United States
AP reports May 4 that 113 sick and wounded soldiers were returned from France in the week ending April 26. The Surgeon General’s Office announced the count and noted ongoing repatriation efforts. The dispatch includes broader war relief mentions and official remarks on troop welfare.
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Washington
United States
France
Surgeon General
Clarence Drarrow to Speak in Laporte Next Sunday
Famous Chicago lawyer Clarence Drarrow will address a Laporte gathering next Sunday to aid a war fund drive. He plans to speak on the effort and its goals.
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Laporte
Clarence Drarrow
Chicago
Pope Benedicts New Peace Offer Planned for Whit Sunday
Cologne papers report Pope Benedict intends to issue a new peace offer on Whit Sunday May 19. The document is said to be more pressing and will include concrete offers with possible cooperation of neutral sovereigns. The Hague wireless press notes similar information reaching Berlin with sympathetic reception.
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The
Hague
British Admiralty
Pope Benedict
Cologne
Over 2 000 Enrolled In County School Enumeration
Officials led by A E Werner counted residents under 21 for a school age census in the county. Giles Wilkinson reports Goshen city enrollment near 2 050, down from 2 082 last year due to families moving for better salaries and work. One pupil attends central school in Goshen at present.
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A. E. Werner
Giles Wilkinson
Goshen
Mies
Mar. Wilkinson
Confesses to Connection With Murder in Valparaiso
A man from Valparaiso admits involvement in a Dart Street murder case and says he is the “Seyrred Baeeile.” His trial is set for June 12. The Keet case drew nationwide notice, while funeral services are planned for Norman Blane of Goshen at St Pauls in Elkhart.
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Valparadso
Jon AL Fewell
Norman Blane
Goshen
General Hospital
Etkinirt
Crew Motor Car Co
Elkhart
St. Pauls
Corporal Harold Becker Training at Fort Sam Houston
Harold Becker 26, son of Johan and Elizabeth Becker, is in training at Fort Sam Houston Texas. Born January 2 1802 in Goshen, he later lived in Kendallville and worked at a Smith grocery store before enlisting December 5 1917 in the quartermaster department. He arrived at Fort Thomas Newport Kentucky then moved to Fort Sam Houston where he was promoted to corporal and assigned to a truck. He expresses interest in army life and remains in good health. His Goshen High School record is noted with a flag dedication for United States service.
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Fort Sam Houston
San Antonio
Tex
Becker
Johan
Elizabeth Becker
Beyer Brothers
Kendallville
Fort Wayne & Northern Indiana Traction Line
Mia Henrietts Smith
George S. Smith
Goshen
Smith Grocery
Citizens Avenue
North Side
Quartermaster Department
Fort Thomas
Newport
Goshen High School
United States Service
Schagt
Michigan goes dry as prohibition takes effect statewide
Detroit May 1 Michigan begins its first day as a dry state under the constitutional amendment. The sale of alcohol is restricted to noon and the liquor trade shifts to dispensing only while wholesale houses suspend operations. Nearby Davenport and Rock Island areas also feel effects as counties move to enforce prohibition.
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Detroit
Michigan
Rand
Motine
Rock Island
Desertion Case Ties to Overseas Shelter
Cave Creuson formerly of Mos water a Worenta Canada faces desertion charges. He was located at Shianediten, ue, linked to the Sapa desertion matter.
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Creuson
Shianediten
Estate of Michiel Booshea in New York
An obituary note states Michiel Booshea died at his Eukhart home after a period of illness leaving an estate valued around 20 dollars. He is survived by five children and other relatives. The brief notice lists no further heirs or bequests and requests simple probate handling.
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Michiel Booshea
Enim
Hawks Electete Co Wins Franchise to Build Line
The Tigonier common eemned grant led the Hawks Electete Co to win a franchise to construct their utility line. Poles have been set between Ligonier and Cromwell as part of the project.
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Tigonier Common
Hawks Electete Co
Ligonier
Cromwell
Wabash County Sheriff Crackdown Promises Tolerant Enforcement
Unclear OCR text indicates Wabash County sheriff vowing to act firmly against offenders while signaling limited leniency for some. The fragment mentions local enforcement and fees but lacks specific names, dates, or actions.
Senator J. E. Watson Eyes National Movement Launch
Senator J. E. Watson of Rueh Silly Tennessee is identified with a movement to launch on a national Republican ticket led by Lews Ruper.
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J. E. Watson
Ruehsilly
Lews Ruper
Indiana Democratic Convention Set for June in Indianapolis
The Indiana state democratic convention will be held in Indianapolis June 18-19. Vice President Marshall and former Governor Samuel M. Ralston are slated to speak. State chairman Charles A. Greathouse presided at the meeting of the state executive committee.
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Indianapolis
Imiana
Vic
Marshall
Samuel M. Ralston
Charles A. Greathouse
Memorial Day Exercises Planned in Goshen Area
Arrangements are under way for the annual Memorial Day services on Thursday May 20 in Goshen. The G A R post will run the refreshments with local business leaders forming a committee to manage the event. Rev G Rench of South Bend will deliver the principal address at Court Park if the weather is favorable. Veterans will then visit graves in Elkhart and local cemeteries with Goshen and Rogers bands expected to provide music. Home Guard units from the region likely will join the parade.
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Thi City
Weber Juns
Ias
G. A. BR
G. Rench
South Bend
Firet Brethren
Court Park
Vesterrus
Conrades
Goshen City
Rogers
Ocesshan
Elkhart
Mrs Water Young Dies of Pneumonia Near Nappanee
Mrs Water Young, 27, died of pneumonia at her home five miles northeast of Nappanee after being ill a week. Survived by husband three young children mother Mrs George Robinson and sister Mrs John Robinson. Funeral services held this afternoon at Hepton Chapel with burial at Hepton Cemetery.
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Young
Water Young
Nappanee
Smalls
George Robinson
John Robinson
Hepton Capeh
Hepton Cemetery
Counties weigh plan for joint tuberculosis sanatorium at Rome City
Representatives from Steuben Dee Kalb Lagrange and Noble counties met in Kendallville to study a joint sanatorium for tuberculosis patients likely at Rome City. Mrs Jene Stratton Porter pledges 15000 dollars if the facility is built there. Petitions are circulated urging consideration of the enterprise.
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Steuben
Dee Kalb
Lagrange
Noble
Kendallville
Rome City
Jene Stratton Porter
High School Faculty Resignations Leave Uncertain Future
Jones Wilkinson notes that several High school faculty members including A. E. Comleu and Prof. Renkenberzer tendered resignations. Miss Henrietta Clot likely will not return after offer from South Bend. The report highlights an unsettled faculty future.
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Jones Wilkinson
Uher
Sieces
A. E.comleu
Renkenberzer
Henrietta Clot
Cffer
South Bend
Kalama man held in Elkhart for auto theft and sale
Adelbert J. Jackson, 32, of Kalama Michigan, is in custody in Elkhart on suspicion of stealing two Ford cars. He sold them to Clayton Lieb of Elkhart for 180 and 160 dollars. Police say Jackson is able to provide information on how he obtained the ninth fen. Leo Dumas and Arthur Merrill returned from Tuamville with two prisoners to the penal farm.
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Adelbert J. Jackson
Kalamayour
Mich
Elkhart
Clayton Lieb
Jackson
Leo Dumas
Arthur Merrill
Tuamville
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