13 May 1918
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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1918
Page
1
Goshen residents urged to use buckthorn bark glycerine and Adler-ika with a QB Spoonful to flush the entire bowel tract and relieve sour stomach gas and constipation. The claim: instant preventative action and a cleansed stomach. endorsed by druggist D. H. Hawks.
War Department bulletin from April 6 1918 warns Goshen readers of a swindle exploited at military camps. A telegram claims a soldier has a furlough and asks for funds by wire with no need for identification. Parents are advised to beware and avoid sending money. notice signed by Colonel R H Van Deman and Captain W C Smiley.
The quotation reflects on human fickleness and uncertainty, noting that disappointment often stems from not recognizing one’s appointed mission and its needs as described by Rev. T. T. Carter. It presents a moral for readers to seek purpose and fulfill duties with clarity.
French troops on the Flanders front gain ground north of Kemmel and take over 100 prisoners. In Picardy, French forces repulse a German attack at Orvillers Sorel with heavy losses to the enemy. Two night battles yield Allied successes with continued artillery duels across the front.
At Portland Indiana Jay county faced a three million two hundred seven thousand ninety dollar loss from a treasury raid orchestrated by an alleged dishonest road builder. The brick road project and highway improvements are tied to this financial misappropriation. The article urges aid for the Red Cross.
A wartime appeal urges every American to back the Red Cross with donations, stating the nation's freedom and children’s birthright are at stake. It asks all citizens to contribute as soldiers of the nation, supporting soldiers and sailors in a holy war until victory.
In the Reichstag debate on naval estimates Vice Admiral von Capelle said unrestricted U-boat warfare strengthens the British campaign against the Entente. April reports are favorable with submarine increases outpacing losses and a stronger naval offensive today than at the start.
Danish born United States citizens have organized the Jacob AL Riis League of patriotic Service with headquarters in Chicago and branches nationwide to aid the war effort. It will coordinate subscriptions to Liberty loans War Savings stamps and Red Cross and connect the homeland with host communities. The league governed by a 75 member national council will operate under an executive board and funding is from member pledges. Similar leagues are planned for Belgians Bohemians and others with Swedes already active in the Conway building.
Perry Robinson reports from the British front in France that German aviators have lost about 700 pilots and observers since the March 21 offensive began. One night reconnaissance mission alone lost 130 men. The Germans praise British airmen but concede British machines are superior.
Moscow says Rostov on the Don has been recaptured from German advance with Russian cavalry in pursuit. Berlin reported German occupation Thursday. This suggests an 80 mile German retreat as Russians regain control of the city and push the pursuit.
President Wilson designates Memorial Day as a day of public humiliation prayer and fasting to seek divine aid for victory and a peace founded on mercy justice and good will. The proclamation urges all to assemble in worship and homes to pray for guidance victory and righteous resolve.
Carl Carlson returns home to find his wife dead from a cut throat and three children drowned at the watering tank. Authorities suspect the mother, grief stricken, may have killed two children after one fell into the tank.
Copenhagen reports German Chancellor von dertling and Foreign Minister von Koethinson traveling to Dinperer Korthenedquarters for what appears to be a high level meeting. Details remain unclear due to fragmented text.
Washington May 13 Brig Gen John Lejeune ordered to France to command the Marine Brigade succeeding Brig Gen Charles A Doyen who is invalided home Lejeune is mentioned as prospective commander of the full Marine corps division to be organized in France
Lisbon May 13 reports a full amnesty issued by the president covering political military and minor civil offenders. The decree grants pardons and releases across broad categories amid political reforms.
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