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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1918
Page
3
The piece reviews U boat effectiveness in American waters, noting sunk tonnage and costs while debating whether the submarine menace can be ended. It outlines defensive and offensive tactics including convoying, ship protection, anti submarine warfare, and potential base destruction strategies.
Report from the front describes the Oise battle as over with German forces under Montdidier and Noyon driven back. The Allies view the campaign as a decisive setback for Germany, whose aim to reach the Marne and threaten Verdun appears thwarted by French holds on stronger ground. The piece argues Germany pursues a sea objective to defeat the British by forcing surrender.
A naval engagement describes protective measures that prevent a submarine from spotting a merchantman in time to maneuver for a favorable attack, highlighting defensive and detection dynamics during convoy operations.
A German U boat attacked luggers off County Down and Isle of Man on May 31. The crew were boarded and boats blown up after being warned. About twenty boats from Ardglass Kilkeel and other ports were affected with no deaths. Loss estimated at 6000 to 7000 pounds. Submarine officers spoke good English and showed courtesy, taking only ropes and sea boots.
Paris reports submarine activity greatly reduced in the western and central English Channel since Zeebrugge and Ostend blockade. Submarine numbers have declined due to severe losses in recent months and the impact of Allied operations.
London trading was quiet and steady with gilt edged stocks firming. Central American bonds and Spanish issues stood out among foreign securities while Cunard shares led shipping as talk of a stock bonus boosted sentiment. De Beers gained on dividend hopes.
Paris June 14 Senate approves all clauses of the financial measure and the en budget by a unanimous vote.
American aviators on the Toul front destroyed two German planes and forced another down out of control. A patrol engage occurred at 2000 meters with Germans retreating toward St Mihiel and Thiaucourt. In a separate clash near Norroy at 5000 meters, one German machine was shot down in flames as three Americans fought twelve Albatrosses. one American aircraft is missing.
In Washington on June 14 the Senate revived controversy over President James Buchanan as it considered a $100,000 statue funded by Harriet Lane Johnson’s will. Senator Lodge led attacks, calling Buchanan one of the weakest presidents and pointing to his stance on slavery, while Senator Smith urged adoption of the resolution supporting the monument.
The Senate Sub-Committee on Aircraft will investigate the rising number of student aviator deaths. Chairman Thomas asked Secretary Baker for lists of all killed or injured, with dates places aircraft make engine type and other data for each case.
The Finance Committee today decides not to suspend second class mail rates set to take effect July 1. Members believe changes in the higher rates are likely once the Revenue bill reaches the Senate, with all but Senator Smoot of Utah opposing any suspension in the House.
The Central Federated Union in the Labor Temple on East Fighty-fourth Street endorsed by unanimous vote a protest against the proposed zone system for newspapers. Samuel Gompers told about 3,000 AFL members that 600 periodicals paused publication since the war and warned the July 1 zone law could affect 31,000 printing shops and millions of workers. He said the plan would split the country into press served sections and threaten free press unity.
A Belgian memorandum presented to Secretary Lansing details continuing deportation and forced labor of Belgian civilians by the German administration. It cites thousands moved in Flanders and surrounding provinces, with women and girls from 14 to 40 targeted, and many sent behind the front to work under brutal conditions in camps.
A Liverpool Town Hall gathering chaired by the Lord Mayor discussed a strong Lancashire welcome for American troops en route to France. Sir Randolf Baker spoke for the Minister of Information, with plans for a July 4 demonstration on Merseyside. The Liverpool Post urged visible appreciation of the Americans’ sacrifice joining European forces.
Paul W. Bartlett of the National Sculpture Society sent a formal protest to Secretary Baker about the artistic merit of the new Medals of Honor and War Merit Crosses. He urged that the designs reflect America's culture and that skilled designers be engaged, noting concerns over expediency and the overall look when worn alongside other decorations.
A government office official was arrested in London in connection with ex Lord Mayor Sir Joseph Jonas of Sheffield. Jonas faced Bow Street on June 12 charged with obtaining and sharing information prejudicial to the state and useful to the enemy. Jonas, a German-born steel manufacturer naturalized in 1876, was remanded for a week on bail.
London reports Order of the British Empire medals awarded to Robert Morrison and Duncan Campbell for rescuing Tuscania survivors off the Scottish coast. Morrison, a coast watcher at Upper Killegan Mulloroa, saved three Americans, hauled two from rocks, scaled a 250 foot cliff to rescue another, and housed ninety overall. Campbell, another Mulloroa coast watcher, rescued one American from a cliff side and sheltered fourteen others found wandering near a farmhouse.
London June 14. Parliament to consider creating a second Cabinet to handle domestic affairs and ease War Cabinet pressure. The Times notes the War Cabinet may resist a formal split, though changes to machinery are expected with domestic questions possibly moved to ministerial committees.
British casualties totaled 34,171 officers and men for the week ending today. Of these 4,447 were killed. The breakdown shows 231 officers killed or dead of wounds and 4,216 men. 890 officers wounded or missing and 28,825 men.
The Swedish steamship Dora of 1555 tons gross was sunk without warning, likely by a German submarine, according to a Copenhagen dispatch. Nine crew members were killed.
At 15 East Fortieth Street director Rowland Haynes announced that the Sixty-ninth Regiment Armory at Twenty-fifth Street and Lexington Avenue would house 40 soldiers sailors and marines tonight and during emergencies until larger quarters open. Red Cross provides 450 cots and blankets with nominal costs. Plans for a central city building to hold 1,000 beds are underway as weekday visitor numbers reach about 10,000 and Sunday peaks may reach 50,000, stressing local resources.
Peekskill New York June 14 Captain Eugene J Orsenigo of Company E first regiment who previously served with the old 71st Infantry and rifle team member today set this year’s state guard range record by shooting a possible 225 points The report notes his long service and past rifle team involvement.
The article notes German leaders plan a four month offensive to force Paris fall while Americans train quickly and fight boldly. It cites captured officers praising American courage, predicts a hard four months of fighting with Germany aiming to exhaust Allied lines.
Paris reports an influx of American troops and supply trains moving toward the front as the decisive factor in the German drive on Paris. The central question is how soon American reserves will outnumber and outpace the enemy, securing numeric parity and victory.
Congressional briefings reveal American forces in Europe face strong German resistance on the west front. Major General Hunter Liggett is slated to command a corps and later lead the first American field army. Details on artillery and other actions remain classified as military secrets.
A French dispatch describes how an American general allowed his troops to move under French orders near Chateau-Thierry. It notes a French regiment and light infantry resisting near Hautesvesnes and Veuilly, with a Marine battalion dispatched to Plemont after a French colonel requested the reallocation.
Field Marshal Haig reviewed American troops on a wide plain in France. The Americans marched with swinging steps and good alignment despite heavy packs. British officers praised their physical condition and high spirits as Royal Flying Corps aircraft circled above.
Fifty German soldiers among attackers northwest of Chateau Thierry surrendered to American forces under a flag of truce. German attacks failed around Hellenu Wood Bouresches and Belleau Wood with many killed wounded and prisoners. About 400 enemy cavalry seen south of Eterpilly as fresh divisions were believed deployed.
In the sector near Bussyres west of Belleau Wood the text notes excellent relations between French and American commands. A regiment and a division of French artillery are reported to be operating under American divisional command.
Washington June 14 The Spanish Embassy in Berlin has forwarded an additional list of forty Americans, soldiers and civilians, interned at prison camps in Germany, as reported by the Prussian War Ministry. The dispatch notes 25 soldiers and 15 civilians, with many named individuals and current internments at Saarbroken Tuchel Limburg Lechfeld Heidelbergs etc. No further information on Eddy Martin yet.
The War Department announced all U S field artillery training will be concentrated at four camps. Fort Sill Oklahoma Camp Jackson Columbia South Carolina Camp Zachary Taylor Louisville Kentucky with a fourth to be selected soon. Camp Jackson and Camp Be Camp will host artillery replacement depots and Camp Taylor will house the only artillery officers school.
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