08 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1918
Page
1
Local historians publish findings on Esmeralda County mining history uncovering copper ore veins, former mills, and early settler families associated with the boom era. The report notes preserved structures and ongoing archival research.
Allied forces press the German line northwest of Chateau Thierry with continued operations north of Veuilly le Poitou and Bouresches. The Chezy sector advance supports claims that a wedge has pierced German positions while German counterattacks near Bouresches le Thiolet are repulsed with heavy losses.
A US port reports an American steamer seeking refuge amid wartime tensions. Details indicate the vessel arrived under escort and safety protocols are underway as officials assess the request and potential asylum terms.
An American steamer, chased by a submarine off Virginia Capes, took refuge at an Atlantic port this morning. The captain requested a gun to continue the voyage after outdistancing the attacker. no torpedoes were fired.
A fragment notes a celestial object action with a black link drawn across amber color today. The readable text mentions an astral event or drawing but lacks clear context or participants.
Reports of heavy German air movements toward the St Mihiel salient stirred discussion in American forces over a possible German assault. From a tactical view, the St Mihiel neighborhood with its arc pocket offers a logical attack site. Paris said new French progress occurred between the Marne and Ourcq northwest of Chateau Thierry, pushing toward Chezy and reaching the western edge of Dammard.
British forces captured prisoners and inflicted casualties during raiding and patrol actions along the northern front last night. The War Office reported enemy artillery activity remained active north of Albert and southeast of Arras.
Miss Blanche Myra Talmadge daughter of George Talmadge marries Cadet Francs Bartram Towle U S Army Air Cadet stationed at Mineola aviation grounds. Towle served with the French Foreign Legion and the British Royal Flying Corps in the front.
Supreme Secretary William J. McGinley thanks J. E. Larkin of Monroe Council for $481.75 added to the Knights of Columbus war fund via Monroe and Lake Providence subscriptions.
Official notice states that meetings of the Imperial War Cabinet and the Imperial Conference are expected to begin within a few days in London.
Paris reports resumed long range bombardment by German forces this morning amid ongoing attacks. Civilians brace for continued shelling as the city endures renewed artillery onslaught.
Meyer Apgar said he would not furnish requested information about the 1918-19 municipal budget adopted by the City Council. He stated he would not go beyond that refusal when contacted by a News-Star representative.
RB Maye, chairman of the rules committee of Local 659, announced two Lock establishments, the Home Heating and Plumbing Company and the Louis Lock Natural Gas Supply Company, have signed to employ union labor. The contracts took effect June 7. pay is seven dollars for an eight hour day with double time for overtime including Sundays and holidays. Half holidays on Saturdays are granted.
The News-Star pressed Monroe city officials for a detailed list of salary hikes under the new budget. Mayor Apgar refused to furnish explanations citing no further comment. The paper aimed to inform citizens about public spending, insisting taxpayers deserve full disclosure.
Councilman W S Culpepper said he does not know why Mayor Apgar did not provide the News-Star with detailed city employee salary increases in the new budget. He suggested the mayor has a good reason and noted salaries will be shown on the monthly payroll.
A Flag Day observance will be held Friday in Monroe under the Elks lodge, with Hon. John H. Overton of Alexandria delivering the address at 5 p.m. in the City School Auditorium. A special musical program and flag ritual will accompany the exercises, which are open to the public.
A mass meeting is planned Sunday at 4:00 PM in Monroe City Hall council chamber to discuss stricter enforcement of the anti vice ordinance. The Anti-Vice Committee cites recent immorality activity and calls on citizens and authorities to back the crackdown and dismiss Patrolman Tom McElwee for alleged abusive language.
The Hague June 8 An American naval officer Ensign Eaton from Connecticut has been interned after a seaplane flight off Terschelling. He was unhurt though his aircraft was damaged during the incident alongside other officers.
Mrs elle C Williamson of Buckner Louisiana invites relatives and intimate friends to the marriage of her sister Miss Iona M Connella to Mr Clarence J Addis of Alexandria. The wedding will take place on Tuesday afternoon June 5.
Washington June 8 The American army casualty list today includes 108 names with 30 killed in action 10 died of wounds 4 died in airplane accident 6 died of accident and other causes 6 died of disease 35 wounded severely 17 wounded in undetermined degree Seven officers are listed Private Frank J Adams of Grapples Bluff Louisiana among those who died of disease
San Juan Porto Rico June eleven Germans including Swedish Consul Schomberg were arrested on a presidential warrant by Governor Yager. Police stationed at enemy alien homes across the island as a precaution against possible attacks.
A massive solar eclipse tracks a path from Aberdeen Washington to Orlando Florida this afternoon 500 miles wide as chickens head to roost and streetcars glow under bright headlights. The spectacle may reveal new planetary ideas and test relativity with Einstein a noted name in discussion.
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