29 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1918
Page
1
Washington reports that the ship yard labor adjustment board will confer with President Wilson this afternoon over the workers' demand for a dollar an hour, signaling a grave situation across the industry.
The Shipping Board announced that total launchings to date have surpassed 3,009,000 dead weight tons. General McAdoo announced the creation of a Railroad Administration Bureau for Suggestions and Complaints.
Paris August 27 French troops under Mangin resume the push north of Soissons crossing the Aidette near Otse River to threaten the Seminine line. New Zealand forces press on Bapaume outskirts as British reach Louguevel village in a 10 mile Allied advance.
General Semenoff leads several thousand Czecho-Slovaks against strong Bolshevik forces and claims many prisoners. Enemies concentrate in large numbers and reportedly destroy railway tunnels to hinder Semenoff’s progress while Soviet transit lines are disrupted. President Wilson faces wheat policy debates as Congress weighs price supports and potential outcomes for 1919 crop.
London reports a broad Allied push from Scarne to Roye as British infantry seize ground near Martinpuich Pozieres and Mametz Wood. American forces reach positions near Fismes Rheims after night moves from La Cour Villette and Magneux amid German shelling. Henmel south of Mancourt falls, widening the Viredenburg line as Germany pours seventy divisions into the struggle.
Zurich reports a mutiny of German troops at Berlin railway station as they refused to advance until machine guns were deployed. The incident occurred while enroute to the front, signaling possible tensions within the German forces.
Washington reports the Man Power bill has cleared the Senate this afternoon. The Herald notes the legislative move and urges readers to subscribe for full coverage.
Twenty three people were killed and sixty injured when German forces attacked a bath house and refugee center run by the Red Cross near Belson. The event occurred as German advances continued in Washington reporting on allied defenses and civilian casualties.
American troops moved west of Fismes and engaged German positions while freeing prisoners. General Pershing reported progress near the front with limits on enemy movements and no major setbacks disclosed.
The article urges U S Food Clubs to report disloyalty to authorities and promote food regulations during wartime. It notes Germansupporters attempt to hinder war prep, some avoid bonds or Red Cross, and others spread lies. A lecture by Edward Wiggam in Deputy is announced for August 31.
Washington reports the Fuel Administration asked that taxi cabs and pleasure automobiles not operate on Sunday. The ban applies to regions east of the Mississippi River and is to take effect this afternoon.
Dispatch from Santander reports Germany accepts all of Spain's conditions and agrees to replace ships sunk with German tonnage. the note addresses the controversy and outlines terms.
The Indiana state fair opens on August 31 at Podianapeds, running eight days featuring twenty running races plus fifteen harness races and six automobile events. Kentucky Thoroughbred Association oversees clean racing as top horses from major tracks compete for substantial purses. Notables like Wild Bull and Gaston Chevrolet headline the contestant field, while war exhibitors arrive from twelve cargos to showcase equipment and wartime efforts.
An Amsterdam dispatch reports that ten German front line soldiers were shot by officers after troops refused to advance. The incident, relayed to Pelcoraf, describes a harsh disciplinary response amid retreating or stalled troops.
Reports from Stockholm on August 27 indicate Austria's internal conditions are deteriorating as soldiers desert the Austrian army in large numbers. Deserters return from the Italian front in a starving state, highlighting harsh shortages and strain within the Austro-Hungarian forces.
Washington August 27 The commander executive officer and fifteen crew of submarine chaser No 209 are safe after the vessel was sunk by another steamship. Nine survivors were landed eight at New York and one at Lewes Delaware.
In the northwest, coverage highlights air plane lumber activities as part of regional business and industry notes. The Herald invites readers to subscribe for ongoing updates and local commercial drivers.
Indiana farmers face a wheat and corn outlook as national food production turns to wartime canning and reduced sugar use. The Boys Working Reserve mobilizes youths to harvest, while stores and canners curb sugar to prevent shortages. Officials urge local cooperation and school absences for harvest work.
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