Allies gain confidence as German offensive stalls near Compiegne
Analysts note growing Allied steadiness in defense while German efforts to break toward Compiegne falter. French counter moves are cited as vigorous, with German losses mounting and allied lines holding, though forests and terrain remain obstacles. The article suggests the tide is shifting in favor of the Allies as resistance stiffens.
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Compiegne
Gerein
Alwr
Poch
Villers-Cotterets
Pensions Totals and International Claims Across War Years
The Ottawa report states total pensions granted from the war start to May 31 as the number of claims processed by the board of pensions. It notes the pensions and claims board took over workload from the old board, with staff of 23, and lists country totals for pensions abroad including the United Kingdom 1978, United States 158, Australia 3, South Africa 2, Newfoundland 25, France 1, Ireland 3, Bermuda 2, Jamaica 1, and England 5.
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Ottawa
Board of cm
Board of Pension Comms
Pensions and Claims Board
Avera
Omedia
Chen
United States
South Africa
Newfoundland
France
Bermuda
Jamaica
Yealand
German minister declares Foch reserve army no longer exists
Berlin reports General von Stein the Prussian war minister says at the Reichstag review that the Foch reserve army no longer exists after French and British lines on the Chem in des Dames front suffered heavy losses on May 27. He cites defeated French and British sectors as proof.
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Amsterdam
von Stein
Berlin
Foch
Chemin Des Dames
Vou Stein
Reichstag
Ce Tees
Prohibition on Export of Hides and Skins Ordered
An Order in Council, issued at the War Trade Board's request, bans export of certain hides and skins unless licensed by the commissioner of customs. The measure aims to restrict trade to control supplies and enforce licensing.
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War Trade Board
Uhattawe
Cusee Ee Board
German Admiralty Threatens Coast Warning
A distorted report claims the German admiralty plans to declare the casters coast of the States from Mexico to Canadian waters a danger zone and to dispatch a message to the company. The text is unclear and partially garbled.
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Lemdon
Mexico
Canadian
Sone
Ceutral
Despaich
Rom Quoting
Canadians at dinner honor overseas troops in London
At a London dinner hosted by Sir Edward Kemp, Canadian militia minister, Sir Robert Borden and other officials praised overseas troops. Speakers stressed Canadians will fight wherever needed, praising their readiness and unity with British forces, and noting strong Franco‑Canadian cooperation. Beaverbrook proposed toasts to Premiers Stewart, Martin, and Norris.
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London
Edward Kemp
Robert Borden
Cosvin
Geverst Cartie
Natal
Cdiers
Hay — Oa
France
Turner
England
Canada
Borden
Lord Beaverbrook
Stewart
Alberta
Martin
Saskatchewan
Norris
Manitoba
German Offical Statement Signals Pending Big Western Offensive
A Tuesday German official statement hints at a major upcoming strike on the western front. Analysts question General Ludendorff’s full plans and whether earlier March and April offensives exceeded original aims.
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Leadon
High Command
Eee
Ludendor
Pres
Sugar Supply Efforts Ramp Up for Coming Season
Authorities say all possible measures are being taken to ensure adequate sugar stocks for the season. Efforts include sourcing from Canada and expanding sap usage where needed to meet demand.
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Seger
Canada
Efficiency In the Air Service Gains Noted in War
The British air service reports high efficiency with pilots firing over thirty thousand rounds on June 9 and dropping over three hundred bombs on military targets. German aircraft losses include several shot down or captured, while anti aircraft defenses show marked progress with over eighty enemy planes downed in the spring months by ground guns.
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Brit
Mont - Noyon
Airmen Support French in Noyon Counterattack
British and French air operations over the Noyon sector report cooperation since June 9. Allied aircraft dropped twenty-one tons of bombs on enemy targets while churning up a heavy bombardment of railways and billets. The Royal Air Force says two enemy planes were shot down and two driven out of control, with one of theirs missing.
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London
Noyon Balleiront
Gutrol Ita
Briish
Heroism of French Army Defending Cource Front
The French left wing at Cource fought from June 9 to 11 defending a vital position against repeated German assaults. For 48 hours the village remained nearly surrounded before a counterattack drove the Germans back. Terrain and smoke hindered both sides as crops and cover affected movement. The Allied defenders showed steadfast spirit amid heavy losses and difficult conditions.
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France
Cource
Con
Wit‘la
Oe Iece
Austria Admits Loss of Battleship Seent Setwan
In a terse dispatch the Austrian regime confirms the loss of the battleship Seent Setwan in the Adriatic. The official statement labels the event a military setback and notes activities in the Adriatic theater. Details on casualties or exact location remain unclear in the wording.
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Austria
Parit
Adriatic
Temple Sunday School Lesson on Resurrection Unity
A Sunday School lesson outlines Mary Magdalene and two disciples encountering the risen Jesus and the commission to preach to all. It discusses faith, doubt, and certainty in the resurrection, and ends with a call for united naval and political action amid wartime unity debates.
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Gel
Nazareth
Theo
Christ
Mark
Mary Magdalene
Mary
Emmanas
Jesus
Satep
Audacious U Boat Looting Copper From Norwegian Vessels
A German submarine captain surfaced for two days to transfer and loot copper from the Norwegian steamer Vindeggen. The Vindeggen and Henrik Lane were sunk 120 miles off Cape Hatteras. crews rescued by the Dan steamer Hrosund and taken to port after the attack on June 10. The Ka Ten berg British raider and air operations by British aviators are also noted in dispatches.
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New York
Menrik Lane
Mem
Kaltenberg
Italian Navy Victory Destroys Austrian Dreadnought
Italian torpedo boats attacked Austrian dreadnoughts near the Dalmatian Islands destroying one large Viribus Unitis class ship and damaging another. Commander de Milazzo led the assault as ten Italian vessels pursued the Austrian formation, with both destroyers and the leading battleship struck by torpedoes. The action was hailed in Rome as a major naval achievement of the war.
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Venice
Dalmatian Islands
de Milazzo
Italy
French Premier Hopeful Reports Mixed War News
A French premier hopeful says significant progress was made at certain points with heavy losses to German forces. He notes American troop deployment, victorious counter attacks near St Mawr, and divisions under Gen Hi fiers in retreat, while German rear amalgamations hint at heavy losses.
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France
Reho de Paris
Hifiers
Court
St. Mawr
von Schorler
Hugh Brecht
Yor Haller
War Work of Navy London Shows Allied Transport Efforts
The British admiralty details routine wartime logistics over three and a half years. Submarine threats could not halt operations as seventeen million passengers were moved for military theaters. Over two million animals and more than four hundred vehicles were carried, with 97 thousand tons of stores transported. Additionally ships were lent to allied nations and the Italian government received a million tons of stores while Italy was supplied coal.
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London
British Admiralty
Germany
Warloes
Dritish Admiralty
Submarine War Claims Outpace German Production
An interview with a London reporter quotes Sir Vic GeAde bord of the Admiralty saying Allied navies sink more German submarines than Germany can build. He notes that since January Allied forces have sunk more U boats than the enemy has produced and that attacks occur weekly.
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London
The
Merit Parisien
Vic GeAde
Bord
Admiralty
Saeki Srech
Beating Enemy At Their Own Game In War Report
A historical report describes Allied and German actions on the front lines with references to French and German maneuvers. It notes that French efforts show some advantage in defense while German attempts to push key river lines face setbacks. The piece portrays a complex front with strategic movements and changing positions.
American Army Growth and Atlantic Front Lines
The dispatch notes steady American reinforcements to Europe with about a quarter of a million monthly, asserting the Allied position remains firm. Commanders express confidence in leadership and predict a decisive balance against German forces, aided by combined American British and French efforts.
The Fate of the Outcast Avnet and German War Views
Avnet faces backlash as Germas Gaseth, president of the part ascoriation, argues against assuming Ger aay Se vubatitote for a world economy. He warns Germany cannot avoid conflict by mobilizing militant groups and urges allies not to seek a broader war.
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Avnet
Canadian railway troops in Amiens theater strong points and reorganization
A wartime summary reports Ottawa's railway battalions aiding General Carey forces near Amiens. Railway troops built wire and emplacements, manned machine guns, and restructured lines after April enemy offensives. Some units paused rail work to construct rear lines while others redeployed to new broad gauge sections as fronts stabilized.
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Ottawa
Grow
Crecas
Jeneral Carey
Sritame
Larawe
Aes
Neumerous
Syeter
U S GIVES GOOD REPLY TO GERMAN WAR MOVE
Washington reports German and marine raids off the Atlantic began May 2. Allied counter measures yielded substantial tonnage loss to German subs with American ships suffering casualties. A discussion is under way between Berlin and the high command on a potential declaration of war in the near future.
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Washington
Sime
Leadon
High Army
Enemy Advance Threatens Strongholds Amid War News
Reports describe a slow enemy advance as forces press toward strategic positions. Communications note shortages, fortifications, and renewed efforts to hold key routes while allied reserves contemplate countermeasures.
Austrian Government Warns Against Interference
An Austrian government statement vows to suppress any attempt to undermine Austria by all means, amid political tensions and coverage in German papers. The tone signals resolve against external influence and internal disturbance.
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Austria
Othe
London declares stance on Japan relations in talks
An official in London outlines a declaration defining Japan’s position amid conference talks. The message signals a formal stance by the British side as discussions continue.
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London
Japan
Tan Despesee
Tin Aeraph Company
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