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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1918
Page
3
A fragmented 1919 era column mentions the Corps of Engineers mobilization for over a million men, railroad gear and material costs, and copper production estimates. It notes Nevada geology surveys, Rhodesian locomotive orders, and quirky items from Britain and the United States including a king’s cat, wool from poodles, and a pig anecdote.
A sweeping World War I dispatch details German plans for a western front offensive with tanks mortars and gas as British French and American forces prepare for possible large scale battle. It notes German mobilization, Allied readiness, and strategic moves around Cambrai and Petrograd while polling Baker’s weekly military review on long expected action.
Rapid City February 20. South Dakota Mines basketball quintet defeated the Spearfish Queen City association team 8 to 1 in a surprising one sided contest. The Mines showed strong offense and solid defense securing the decisive victory.
The piece discusses Bolshevik willingness to sign a German peace and Lenin and Trotsky's plan to respond to German demands. It cites a Petrograd dispatch saying demobilization has halted and German orders to resume advance. It questions the temporary nature of a peace program amid internal Bolshevik conflicts and doubts any real PEACE with von Hindenburg.
Washington reports the low point of available allied shipping has passed weeks earlier than expected. Hoover urges ship workers to join the public service reserve as production and labor improve. Increased output from American yards and better harbor facilities aid trans Atlantic and coastal movements, with expected steady gains through the year.
Basel reports Dr. Von Seydier announces a signed agreement between Ukraine’s rada and Austro-Hungarian government to supplement the Brest treaty. Chelm will not revert to Ukraine, a mixed commission to decide fate on racial lines and local wishes, amid Polish political tensions and delayed Austrian resignations.
In Vienna Premier von Beydler stated that under the peace treaty with Ukraine the Central Powers have been placed with access to Ukraine's surplus agricultural products. He urged that the surplus exceeds what the powers can transport under the best lentime. The report notes production of tin in Alaska and related cease efforts.
Washington announces a nationwide food crisis focusing on the eastern states. Hoover blames railroad congestion for supply delays hampering allies aid, threatening cereal exports and feeding programs as crop movement stalls and price margins widen. Potatoes spoil while dairy and corn for livestock face becoming costly and dangerous shortages.
United Press reports that General Hindenburg keeps caution to avoid a major Russian clash and fears large bloodshed. Berlin depictions of captures seem exaggerated, with fewer than 10,000 Russian prisoners and about 1,400 guns claimed. Italian prisoner numbers exceed 20,000 as German advances struggle to overtake Russian forces.
Washington reports indicate Austria’s political crisis deepens as socialists and liberals urge peace talks with the United States. The emperor threatens to dismiss the Reichsrat and impose iron rule if the budget fails. Growing unrest linked to Germany's in annexation and economic strain fuels calls for negotiations.
Madison voters prepare for a special election February 23 to fill the vacant state senate seat left by the late Paul O Husting. Measures promoting Jev. AL Philipp aim to empower the mover amid party contest and regional turnout dynamics.
Washington reports final approval of sites for new army aviation training camps at Sacramento California Americus Georgia and West Point Mississippi to relieve crowding at the nationa flying schools and eight ground schools. Contracts for construction work on some camps have begun as plans advance and Riverside California camp awaits final announcement from Assistant Secretary Crowell as assigned by Secretary Baker.
Nokomis Wisconsin February 22 twelve men were compelled to destroy the American flag by visitors who came to their homes. In a separate event townspeople held a farewell demonstration for twelve drafted men who wore army hats for the national cantonment.
Romania will begin peace negotiations with allied powers tomorrow amid reports from 40 observers. The talks aim to ease tensions and outline terms for a ceasefire and postwar settlement.
War reports indicate a German push may begin with heavy artillery along the Yankee line as Pershing's troops face intensified aerial activity. Paris notes broad artillery fighting with no infantry action reported. British-French forces transfer lines near Saint Quentin, preparing for possible spring offensive.
Washington February 23 Secretary Baker outlined amended liquor rules for soldiers in uniform. He said the changes do not relax government control and will aid detection and conviction of bootleggers. The policy permits private-home serving to guest soldiers but with no loopholes and warns swift action if abused.
Fragmentary report indicates Boston faces a disruption in its streetcar network with ongoing debates over causes and possible remedies. Local officials and operators weigh timelines, costs, and service reliability as riders seek answers amid uncertain future plans.
New York on February 22 reports that DuPont Nemours announces it has gained control of a group of large auto interests after consolidating stock holdings in the Gators Motor Company. The move is described as aligning with the corporation policy to strengthen its automotive holdings.
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