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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1918
Page
2
A夜sive reports detail two German offensives underway as French artillery shatters another long range bombardment toward Paris. Emperor Charles personally directs an Austrian push and departs for the Italian Front, signaling a multi-front war stance.
Paris reports a French gun scored a direct hit yesterday on a long range German cannon, silencing the piece and helping curb the city’s bombardment amid ongoing front actions.
The AP reports possible Austrian drive against Italy, renewed German attacks on Franco Belgian lines, Emperor Charles leaving Vienna for the front, and widespread activity from Lake Garda to the Adriatic. London notes intense bombardment of Anglo French lines near Ypres and Somme artillery activity with no infantry moves. Open bombardment from Locre to Ypres. French and British gains near Ignes and Socre sector. Paris cites spirited artillery fighting along the Avre southeast of Amiens.
Verdun veterans formed the core of French forces defending Kemmel Hill in Flanders. They compared Verdun to Kemmel as a tougher fight, noting massive German bombardment prior to the April 22 attack. French troops endured gas attacks with gas masks worn repeatedly, yet casualties from gas remained low at 12, underscoring the effectiveness of their equipment and discipline.
Winners named for the Lawrence war bread contest announced late this afternoon. Miss Faith Olmstead takes first prize and Miss Ethel Bryan second, prize sacks of war flour from Bow ersock Milling. Twenty eight entries competed.
Local G A R members press for universal compulsory training for all males 18 to 21. Resolutions urge Congress to enact laws mandating training, to be forwarded to the State Encampment at Chanute on May 21 1918, with signatures from Theo Gardner Co C Collins and D B Hannicut.
A big gathering planned weeks ago on the Moral Aims of the War will convene at the Bowersock theater on May 21. Scheduled speakers Irving T. Fisher of Yale and Cleland B. McAfee of McCormick Seminary Chicago have national reputations.
Lawrence volunteers organize to assess farm labor needs and availability. Farm Agent T F E Moore leads efforts with Chamber of Commerce support to conduct a labor census, tally needs from June through August, and canvass Baldwin and Fadora. Officials including J Lane and R A Kent back the plan and aim to match workers with farms.
Atlanta May 4 a bold wholesale attempt to move German prisoners at McPherson Camp was stopped when guards found a fifty foot tunnel under a barracks and a double wire fence. Investigation followed a prisoner disturbance and guards with bayonets dispersed the crowd. Tunnel work appeared to have taken days with several prisoners confined.
A Kansas committee plans to publish a list of approved societies within days to curb graft in war fund solicitations. Chancellor Frank Strong chairs the Public Relations Committee of the Kansas State Council of Defense and orders permit cards for any group soliciting funds. FP R Hamilton leads extension work. notices urge solicitations to file statements detailing purpose and expenses, with endorsements issued only after committee review. The move includes Red Cross, Liberty Loan, and Y M C A groups already approved, and a funeral notice for J F Wilder is noted.
Vienna dispatch says Emperor Charles has empowered the premier to adjourn parliament and inaugurate measures to impede resumption of activities, citing a severe food shortage. An Austro German offensive on the Italian front is anticipated as part of a broader Central Powers strategy, with heavy fighting reported along the Adriatic to Guidharia corridor.
Lawrence city officials, parents and business people backed a plan for a community dental clinic for city schools. Mayor Kreeck urged support in yesterday's proclamation as girls selling tires raised funds, aiming to double today’s total with help from the PTA. Dr. Hults presented slides on teeth conditions of local students at a mass meeting at the Presbyterian Church.
Washington reports British losses since March 21 total nearly 250,000 killed wounded captured or missing. The British mission says the offensive will resume soon and reserves are needed to prevent a serious situation. German losses are estimated as very heavy by allied observers, with reports that Berlin concealed full figures.
A wartime community pledge urges local support to ensure beef for soldiers this year, stressing steady donations and collective effort to sustain troops.
Douglas county draft board reports orders from the State Adjutant General to entrain four white men to Manhattan Kansas for military school training in auto repair radio operation electricity and related mechanical duties at government expense. Selection excludes group Ba and class 1 men. qualifiers include grammar graduates with mechanical aptitude. The offer expires May 7 with training starting May 16. further info via the Local Board secretary.
A Kansas paper defends Lieut Ralph Spotts of the American Field Artillery against a circulating rumor. It states the long distance call with his wife did not violate regulations unless military information was shared. Spotts has an exemplary service record and recently advanced to first lieutenant.
President Wilson disapproved the death sentences of four U S soldiers tied to a France shooting. Two men Ledoyen and Fishback receive three years confinement while Sebastian and Cook obtain full pardons. Baker's recommendation cited youth and lack of conscious disregard of duty as reasons. Both pardoned men return to their units.
Washington reports the Third Liberty Loan exceeding its quota at 6 888 900 dollars with figures expected to rise above three billion. Lawrence and Douglas county subscriptions total over 600 000 dollars and may exceed 50 percent of their quota. Banks stay open 7 to 8 pm to receive final subscriptions as local committees push for last minute enrollments and bond clerks process returns.
May 4 New York reports that by noon the district quota of 900000000 dollars for the Liberty Loan campaign was exceeded with subscripts still pouring in and liens yet to be tabulated as announced by the committee.
A Red Cross relief effort in Lawrence gathers pace with a concrete committee lineup and an auction room at 17 West Ninth Street. Donations range from eggs to a Shetland pony and a complete outfit. Bids start at one cent, with items to fetch at least full market value. Donations accepted daily 9 am to 9 pm. Publicity committee includes J R Holmes and others, along with building, finance, and advertising chairs.
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