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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1918
Page
1
Government agents report signs the German propaganda apparatus is rehiring in the United States to push leniency in peace terms. Justice Department warnings urge vigilance against renewed organized pro German activity, though no single leadership is seen.
French forces entered reclaimed Lorraine amid mass celebrations as a Moroccan Foreign Legion division led the advance across the former frontier. Troops wore highest war decorations while residents sang the Marseillaise and cheered General Dorgan who accepted surrender from four German officers.
Special to News-Star from New Orleans reports Secretary Baker says demobilization will take months and emphasizes continued support for soldiers in Europe. He urges Americans to back the United War Work Campaign as hostilities end and the army remains triumphant.
Democratic leaders in both chambers plan to adjourn the current session of Congress next Thursday. Final approval hinges on a deal with Republican leaders.
Thousands of French, prince and Belgian prisoners are arriving in France around Nancy. Many display clear signs of prolonged captivity as released prisoners move through the region.
A call to rally support for the United War Work Campaign as citizens are urged to boost contributions to the war effort. The message emphasizes collective patriotism and home-front fundraising to sustain morale and aid services for soldiers and families.
A partial honor roll recognizing wartime contributors includes Mary Eva Kelley Rev C Newman Rev N F Vandegear Mrs Charles Girod Miss Grace Koore Rev Albert S Lutz Mrs D N Cashion A J Renaud I 86 C H Rice D Carter Miss Lillie Keen F Amman A Rolf J Wrench chairman Mrs B J Supar and many others associated with local businesses clubs and institutions.
The War and Post Office Departments issue an order extending the mailing date for Christmas packages to November 30. The War Department authorizes the American Red Cross to print additional identical Christmas labels for chapters to supply to individuals missing or destroyed abroad labels. Effective beginning November 21.
The Union Thanksgiving Victory Service drew a large crowd in the City School Auditorium due to bad weather at Court Square. Congressman Riley J. Wilson substituted for the ill Rabbi David Fichman, with Rev. B. K. Means and Father Vandegear speaking about divine guidance in wartime.
Five persons are reported dead and twenty injured after a mob stormed the jail in Winston-Salem seeking a black suspect who had shot James Childress and assaulted his wife. Firemen used water to scatter the mob as armed crowds swept the town, with violence spreading to the streets before subsiding.
A detailed examination argues Germany must pay fair reparations for four years of Perribee warfare. The report assesses Germany’s finances and wartime expenses to determine adequate compensation.
Washington reports a study of Germany’s finances to gauge its ability to pay reparations. Analysts note German war bonds may total around 25 billion, implying a debt burden far beyond perfunctory repayment. The Allies plan to tax to extract funds without repudiating the debt.
Paris dispatch reports the last German troops left Russell on Sunday. The German soldiers, seeking to take the money they owned or had stolen home, sold all their possessions before departing.
Anton Krosep, head of the Jugo-Slav provisional government council, travels to Paris to seek diplomatic relations with Entente powers. He aims to establish recognition for the Jugoslav nations formerly under Austria-Hungary.
On a Saturday in Copenhagen Duke Charles Edward of Saxony Coburg and Gotha and Grand Duke Friedrich Franz of Mecklenburgh Schwerin abdicated in a sudden royal move. The unexpected resignations set off diplomatic activity as observers gauge future power dynamics in the region.
The Supreme Court refused to review the case of Thomas J. Mooney, labor leader, sentenced to December 15 for involvement in a bomb explosion in San Francisco two years ago.
Associated Press report details two 14 inch German cannons turned over to American forces at Spin court near Verdun. Forty two large artillery pieces of various calibres were surrendered as the Americans entered Spincourt on Saturday, described as a spectacular feature of the American advance.
American forces delivered decisive blows on the Great War battlefield, with Pershing's army striking hard and inflicting key damage on German lines. the clash showcased strong American progress and strategic momentum.
Congressman Jas Aswell visits Monroe Tuesday to discuss the War Work Campaign and share experiences from Belgium France and Italy. He is hosted by the Monroe Red Cross chapter with a city school auditorium rally following his Shreveport Chamber of Commerce appearance.
Amsterdam Nov 15 The former German Empress has arrived in Holland by airplane. Zevenaar correspondent of the Parly Telegraf reports this arrival and notes the royal journey.
London reports William Hohenzollern plans to return to Germany due to disturbances in Holland. An exchange Telegraph dispatch via Copenhagen cites Berlin’s Lokal Anzeiger saying he is unlikely to be allowed back.
American troops entered Lorraine on Sunday to a mixed crowd as locals, initially fearful of invasion rumors, opened doors once assured the U S troops were friends. The Associated Press notes a calm advance and an enthusiastic, hysterical welcome from residents.
Paris reports that 21 American divisions totaling over 760,000 troops took part in the decisive Argonne Meuse action, described as Sedan, which broke German resistance and led toward Verdun. The Meuse offensive followed the St Mihiel reduction and cut off Metz, pivotal to German retreat.
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