05 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1918
Page
1
French and American forces push toward the Aisne pursuing fleeing Crown Prince troops. Reports say many guns and prisoners are captured along with substantial ammunition in the operation.
Allied forces push to clear the Vesle pocket, capture Fismes, and pressure German positions from Soissons to Rheims. French, American, and British troops advance while German resistance tightens near the Vesle and Aisne, with significant gun and ammunition gains reported and an expected push toward Amiens.
General Pershing organized five American army corps on the western front. The five pictured generals command corps of about 162,000 total strength with six divisions each, comprising infantry, cavalry, artillery, engineers, surgeons, sanitation, and signal units. The article emphasizes their role in guiding a victory over the enemy.
British forces carried out operations southeast of Arras near Neuville-Chasse taking prisoners. German guns remained active north of Bethune and between Hazebrouck and Ypres while American casualties and recovery statistics were released. Allies pressed along the Vesle and Aisne rivers facing stubborn German resistance with patrols crossing the Vesle near Vosches and Jonchery as heavy artillery duels continued near Rheims.
Allied leaders plan a spring push to drive German forces to the Rhine after snow falls. General Foch will maintain initiative in the near term, with American French and British strength peaking next spring, enabling continuous offensive pressure against Crown Prince and Prince Rupprecht troops.
Douglas county gears for Republican and Democratic nominations with focus on county clerk treasurer register of deeds coroner and superintendent of public instruction. In county races Ehuer Brown Ed Ruling Hicks Green duel for nominations while Sheriff Woodvined faces Will Johns. Senate bid centers on W R Stubbs versus Arthur Capper with Stubbs strong in home county. Governor Stubbs campaigns across the southwest while farmers rally behind his Senate bid.
The forecast calls for generally fair weather with no continued heat. The region is expected to see mild temperatures and light winds, offering a pleasant midweek outlook.
Voter rolls approach 6000 with 218 more registered since spring. Second Ward leads with 44 new voters, while increases occur in every ward. Polls open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Newark polling places. two gubernatorial candidates listed as probables: Henry Allmer and W F Morgan.
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