10 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1918
Page
1
Allied forces including British French and American troops press the wedge from Cambrai toward Le Cateau threatening Laon and possibly forcing German evacuation. Pershing’s division gains despite enemy reserves as attacks push toward Douai and Guise along the Oise. Emperor William reportedly abdicating.
Paris reports over 250000 German troops in full retreat between Cambrai and St Quentin. Allied forces press closely with advances up to fifteen miles in two days, signaling a likely German withdrawal and challenging Ludendorff’s fortified positions on the upper Oise and Zambre canal.
Jurich October 10 measures by big banks to halt a panic in German stocks. Munich Fest says exchanges only temporarily affected as provincial capitalists dump large blocks with no buyers. Munition stocks not quoted in Berlin due to lack of buyers.
London reports the Anglo American assault continues with a breach between St. Quentin and Cambrai. British forces now sit within two miles of Le Cateau as they secure Sallat mines and Novelles.
General Pershing reports American forces pierced the German main line west of the Meuse against fresh divisions. The operation yielded more than 2,000 additional prisoners.
Basel report from Oct 10 cites the Cologne Gazette saying only military pressure could force acceptance of President Wilson's terms. The paper notes possible counter guarantees like evacuating colonies, but for now hours are too grave for speculation.
Vienna reports the Austro-Hungarian ministerial council will introduce national autonomy to satisfy President Wilson. A movement advocating separation of Austria and Hungary is rapidly gaining ground in the dual monarchy, according to an Exchange Telegraph Dispatch.
J W Hoopes warns in a long distance call with J H Trousdale that no one should shirk Liberty Bond duties. Rich individuals must subscribe in proportion to ability and may face explanation before the Executive Committee if underperforming. The campaign urges doubling existing pledges through the partial payment plan if feasible, while praising the effort of workers with smaller means.
A revolt erupts in Grugges Belgium as Germans attempt civilian deportations. Les Nouvelles reports German forces open fire, killing and wounding numerous Belgians in the clash.
Mobile reports a deadly railroad robbery as highwaymen shoot and kill conductor Fain and motorman Cowart. They seize the cash fare box and rob the dead bodies, leaving no trail and prompting a broad search.
A message from Mayor H. P. D. Apgar says the remains of Leon T. Apgar who died early Wednesday in Cisco Texas will arrive tonight at 4 45 over the U S 2. The funeral is set for Friday morning at 10 at the Apgar home 200 Onachita Avenue.
Washington reports the auto less Sunday program will be abandoned in favor of a daily gasoline saving plan. W C Robinson head of the Fuel Administration oil conservation bureau is expected to announce the plan tomorrow.
Banks will be closed all day Saturday due to the legal holiday on October 12.
An influenza epidemic is reported in Louisiana. Dr. Oscar Dowling, president of the State Board of Health, calls parish councils of defense to aid municipal and state health authorities in enforcing sanitary orders to curb the spread. He asks the State Council of Defense to assist, and wires are sent to parish chairmen urging publicity and full cooperation.
A breakdown at the city power plant before 1 PM tied up the News-Star mechanical department for three hours. Electric current was available until 1 05 PM, forcing the elimination of most local and some telegraphic news and causing a missed connection with eastbound mails.
General Pershing's infantry attacked on the left wing of the Argonne forest front after heavy artillery. American bombing with 359 machines dropped 32 tons of explosives on German cantonments between Navrille and Verdun, destroying twelve enemy planes and one American aircraft missing. Southeast of Cambrai British and American forces advanced rapidly as fires engulf towns and farms along the front.
London on October 10 reports Serbians pursuing the Ninth Austrian division entered Leekovats twenty two miles south of Nish and Viacotintal.
French forces advancing east of the St Quentin Cambrai railroad seized Krave Wood and Rocquaux village and moved further south to Fontaine Notre Dame and Fonsommes.
Paris reports feverish impatience in Vienna as residents await President Wilsons reply to the Central Powers peace proposals, according to a Zurich dispatch.
London reports on October 10 that Germany shows anxiety over threats of reprisals for destroying French towns. The article notes rising tension and possible German reactions to Allied actions.
District Food Administrator J. P. Parker reports a telegram from State Food Administrator John M. Parker ordering an immediate reduction in cotton seed prices due to inferior quality. Effective at midnight October 5, carrot and wagon lot prices drop $8 per ton across all Louisiana zones. analysis will determine any later adjustments. Parish administrator F. G. Hudson confirmed the changes.
City warns residents to conserve power as one plant unit remains in service while repairs are sought. Mayor I D Apgar asks strict electricity economy to prevent total outage and ensure continued service until parts arrive.
A terse dispatch notes an embarrassing development involving Prince Max and a formal inquiry connected to President Wilson. The report underscores political sensitivity and anticipated responses from involved parties.
Washington reports expect an early answer to President Wilson's inquiry to Prince Maximilian of Baden. Officials foresee a tough stance if German authorities are not sincere while noting Austria Hungary and Turkey's plights may push toward peace. American aid highlights damages and potential claims as the war drags on.
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