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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1918
Page
6
Readers learn of Latin American stance on World War I, with emphasis on Salvador as German activity hub and surrounding republics declaring support for the Allies or showing sympathy. The piece also notes arrests in New Orleans of Mexicans tied to revolutionary groups and various war related snippets from across the United States and Europe.
A letter argues dogs harm wool supply and calls for wartime bans on killing sheep and eating mutton. It contrasts wool’s value for cold weather with肉 alternatives, urging laws to protect wool by limiting meat production and supporting sheep farming amid shortages.
Major Liebenrood of the British army demonstrated Lewis and Vickers machine guns at the division training school watched by General Nicholson and staff. The Lewis fired in 20 seconds and the Vickers in 1 seconds, with the gun resuming fire after a rubber band substitution.
The article recalls a banquet where six guests attended a costly feast priced at a thousand dollars per plate. A writer condemns corruption and opulence while calling attention to widespread hunger and neglect, contrasting luxury with the plight of the needy.
The piece, reprinted from a York public school outlet, praises patriotism and a student author from Tracie, Hohomia. Colonel Roose expresses appreciation in a note suggesting the poem be read in every schoolhouse while the author signs as Josephine M. Mabrchant.
The article describes planned changes to hedgerows under a major agricultural program. It predicts landscape shifts postwar toward American styles, with removal of hedges and rows of trees to improve viewing and access. Public opinion cites privacy and preservation concerns about countryside beauty.
Reports from Rome and Paris on March 2 describe intensified fighting along the Italian front with Italian forces repelling Austrian advances in the Frengela valley. French and German actions across the Western Front include heavy bombardments near Hurlus and successful repulses by Allied troops amid Meuse and Aisne sectors.
A German raider operating in the Pacific Ocean has been captured by a United States cruiser and towed to a Pacific port. The vessel is small but able to sink merchant ships and was believed to be manned by an all German crew. Details on how it secured clearance papers are under investigation by U S officials.
Kansas City March 22 Francia Heney general counsel of the trade mission says a general investigation will be opened into butter cheese poultry and canned goods markets in New York next week. He will travel to Washington after the Kansas City hearing and then to New York.
In Tondon on March 22 the miners federation accepted the government’s proposal to enlist miners for military service. The move signals forthcoming conscription of workers to support wartime efforts.
British military officials say the big German push is halted yet warn the world may hinge on the human wall defending Cambrai. Front correspondents report the enemy using a nutcracker tactic to sever lines and trap many British troops and guns while cannonading is audible from Holland.
American and French forces conducted a night raid east of Luneville under cover of darkness. Patrols reported first and second German lines wiped out, with deserters surrendering to American patrols northwest of Toul. Deserters claimed 900 gas projectors used February 27, though U S. estimates 75. Artillery exchanges and airborne activity continued along the sector as frontline positions remained contested.
An exchange dispatch from Copenhagen reports German leaders Kaiser Wilhelm II and Field Marshal von Hindenburg have gone to the western front to observe the assault. Austrian and Bulgarian troops are now on the front, with Austrian artillery concentrated for the push. The Austrian war minister Von Steinem is said to have promised Hindenburg that Austrians will guard the eastern front as the western offensive begins. News of the major battle reached Berlin quietly as Vienna agreed to support with munitions and supplies.
The Senate approved an agricultural appropriation bill with a Gore amendment boosting 1918 wheat price to 2501 per bushel by a 49 to 18 vote. Conference hopes rise in House but administration leaders doubt final passage if the food administration opposes, risking a presidential veto.
Frank Shepard and wife learn their son William B. Shepard has been killed in France. He served in a machine gun company and worked in Mobridge railroad yards last year. Born in Atlantic, Iowa, he moved to Mitchell with family two years ago and enlisted at 18. He trained in North Carolina then Camp Mills before leaving for France in January.
United Press reports twelve American soldiers were cited for bravery by the French war command in the Luneville sector between February 7 and today. Captains Ross and Casey of Villisea Ta were praised for bravery in action. Other recipients include Lieutenant Lear of Des Moines and Thomas Bundy of Iowa, plus privates from Iowa.
Washington March 22—Charly of the national German American alliance says its influence has reached Iowa and nearly every state as Congress may revoke it. Senator Sterling of South Dakota on the subcommittee predicts a committee report against the alliance, viewing its push for liquor house as camouflage for Pan German aims tied to Wilhelm II.
Casualty list shows multiple soldiers with ranks private and corporal listed as killed in action or died of illness. Entries include Private Blankey Doble Private Brret J Putherson Private Mob Hoe Private V won d Melwoy and others with causes such as pneumonia meningitis appendicitis and embolism. Some names appear misspelled or fragmentary but indicate broad wartime losses.
Amsterdam reports a Dutch parliamentary member may urge recalling the minister at Washington and granting passports to the American envoy. Germany warns that Dutch concessions on shipping loans could trigger war, while Dutch press reacts to Wilson’s shipping proclamation with anger and confusion.
Washington reports march 24 Sterlin says Bulgarian forces now fight on the west front prompting immediate speculation the United States may declare war on Bulgaria.
Milwaukee March 25 It was thought probable that either Irvine L Lenroot or Joseph M Davies Republican and Democratic nominees respectively at the recent primary for United States senator would be asked to withdraw during the course of a meeting of the Wisconsin loyalty region a non partisan organization the afternoon and evening Plans were made for seating about 1000 delegates and two strong loyalty procure were arranged for managers of both nominees as going ahead with preparations for an active campaign.
Freight congestion prompts North Atlantic area to impose embargo on receipts in less than carload lots from outside. Government and railroad supplies remain exempt. Bethlehem Steel reports 53.97 million dollars in net earnings for 161'.
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