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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1918
Page
4
British reports from France indicate German reserve forces have dwindled from 97 divisions at the start of the offensive to 40 of 52 remaining by day three. Field Marshal Haig’s elastic defense appears to have decimated German massed assaults, placing the Allies in a strong position as a German drive risks collapse.
A Washington dispatch reports increasing American troops in France as General Pershing confirms their participation. British and French allies say forces fight shoulder to shoulder in the Roye area, signaling a pivotal, morale boosting moment for U.S. support of the war effort and the third Liberty Loan drive.
The piece reflects on Senate delays over the Overman bill granting executive wartime reorganization power. It notes the Republican press focus, new AP bulletins posted at Mitchell National Bank, and German prisoners praising British resolve. It urges supporting Liberty loans and farmers contributing wheat to aid the war effort.
An editorial urges a tearful U S senator to visit Fort Funston to see the army’s fiber in the Kansas prairie. It praises thirty thousand American troops marching and argues the sight shows democracy’s coordination and centralized authority beyond Washington. The piece hopes the senator and perhaps the entire Senate travel to gain clearer vision.
A terse Gazette-Times commentary targets Trotsky for opposing war only when it secures his employment, decrying his apparent opportunism over idealism.
At last reports Mr. Bryan remains busy attempting to render the term safe for use with grape juice amid ongoing discussions and public interest in language reform.
The Buffalo Express notes Scott Nearing has been indicted and questions how he escaped judgment so far.
Evelyn Reeve comforts chapter NIX as the narrator frets over George’s cold treatment. A late night phone call leads to a chat about etiquette and social expectations with Evelyn, who urges learning from Mrs Sexton and planning for a respectable future. The mood shifts to a warmer resolve as the pair discuss coping with society’s eyes. The scene ends with a kiss goodbye and a sense of easing tension.
A brief column critiques reformers who nag about limits rather than encouraging what people may do. The writer argues for positive guidance over perpetual restriction.
The Toronto Mail notes Greece will pay ex King Constantine 100000 dollars annually. The column argues the payment signals Greece values his past service and his voluntary exile from the country.
A column notes leaders like Alexander Gaesar Napoleon and the Kaiser once shared a hubristic pose, but authors imply they were cured of it eventually, reflecting on pride and downfall in historical figures.
Secretary Baker returns to a city political scene where his knowledge of the facets may shape debate and challenge rival politicians.
Chicago dispatch notes Senator Jim Reed shows little interest in wartime matters, dedicating himself to opposition against floover. The remark suggests a personal, ongoing stance rather than policy leadership amid national conflict.
The dispatch notes Wisconsin cannot complain that she does not know what sister states think of her 50-50 patriotism, reflecting regional attitudes and political framing.
The scene centers on Evelyn and George with Evelyn planning a birthday dinner while George backs away, amid tensions with Mrs Sexton and Madge Loring. Evelyn accepts help from Mint but George shows reluctance about attending, leaving plans unsettled.
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