18 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1917
Page
1
Reports of heavy gunfire off Cape Cod and at Race Point indicate a possible naval engagement. American warships were said to have engaged the enemy, though no vessels were sighted. coast guard stations logged repeated shots north of the area during the morning.
The article reports sweeping Allied gains in France with French forces occupying Chivy Bruge Enlaonnois Chavonne and advancing near Ville Au Bois Craonne and Rheims area. British actions include threats near St. Quentin Epehy Legnicourt and Villers Guislain as fronts extend to Rheims Champagne.
The senate unanimously approved a bill to issue seven billion dollars in securities, the largest war budget in U.S. history. After seven hours of debate amendments were approved and sent to a house conference. All but Senator Lane were present in support as the chamber readied a vast wartime fund for actions against Germany.
A report from the Cape Cod coast guard station, forwarded by the Boston commandant, notes heavy guns firing in world succession heard at sea north of the station. No explanation was available when transmitted. Three stations in the Cape Cod region joined the report.
All alien enemies within a half mile of forts camps stations or navy yards must evacuate by June or face summary arrest under Attorney General directives issued to U S marshals. Those found with forbidden articles face penalties as law enforcement acts proceed.
A semi official report via Tageblatt says 125000 Berlin workers joined the strike, spread across machine works electrical establishments and munitions plants in the city.
The directive states arrests for possession after April 24 with exceptions for non dangerous cases as judged by the marshal. Alien enemies who fear mutilate abuse or insult the flag will be deemed dangerous to public safety and be summarily arrested.
April 18 the House Military committee voted 12 to 0 to favor raising the army by volunteers first. The Senate committee approved the same bill with the conscription provision by 16 to 7, signaling cross chamber support for volunteer enlistment before universal service.
The commander of the torpedo boat destroyer Smith reported to the Navy Department that German submarines are in American waters after the Smith sighted a submarine periscope before a torpedo wake crossed its bow. The account confirms incursions near U S shores.
Report warns that continued postponement undermines progress as agencies push for decisive action. Officials cite risks to public safety and strategic timelines, urging prompt implementation of the DPRART plan.
President Wilson and Secretary Baker push for rapid passage of the selective draft bill amid House and Senate activity. The White House endorses conscription to strengthen the war effort against Germany. Secretary Baker testifies, Dent shields unity as committees consider adding a 560 000 volunteer option without changing the core draft language.
In Washington April 18 the draft committee weighs a four class system starting with 500 000 men aged 19 to 27 and authorizes call of more in that class before moving to 28 34 35 41 and 42 48 groups. A volunteer plus draft hybrid plan also discussed to raise the new war army.
A large Clarks delegation of 180 attended the POR convention traveling in 32 automobiles to showcase the town and its community presence.
The Louisiana Sunday School Association opens its annual convention with 520 delegates led by a Clarkes parish delegation of 186 in 32 cars. Clarkes Baptist class from First Baptist Church demonstrates running a large adult class at the Methodist church. Sessions at Methodist and Presbyterian venues set the tone for a day of talks led by Dr. Carter on Life's Trials.
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