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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1918
Page
2
Reports from Musile and Vienna describe heavy Austrian withdrawals after Italian defenses along the Piave. Prisoners exceed four thousand with vast arms and material captured. Vienna confirms Montello evacuation and fording difficulties, while Italian morale soars at public celebrations and concert announcements of victory.
An Italian staff officer reports at nightfall that Italian forces have forced Austrians to retreat across the Piave. The pursuit spread along the line from Montello toward the river mouth as rain and artillery fire intensified. Austrian left behind many guns and supplies while rearguard actions slow the withdrawal.
London reports say Austrian reserves were poorly placed allowing the Italian Piave defense to hold. Italians recaptured Montello, crossed the Piave with bridges and ferrying, and seized 2,000 Austrian troops at Montello as heavy artillery bombards the retreating forces.
Italian forces continue pressure on the Montele Plateau and lower Piave while heavy artillery, bayonet attacks, and Allied air assaults test Austrian defenses. Flood waters along the Piave rose sixteen feet but failed to ease Italian positions as bush and swamp obscured view and combat persisted. Heroic Italian actions on the Carso Plateau east of the Isonzo are celebrated amid continued front line endurance.
A continued report outlines shifts in wartime strategy with new assessments from Washington. Officials describe evolving tactics and the impact on fronts, allies, and civilian populations as the tide of conflict changes course.
Captain F Morello H La Guardia, U S congressman and American Flying Corps officer, returns to Rome with the first American aerial contingent. He says American pilots have made a strong impression on Italian comrades and that Austrians will know the Americans, while praising General Bongiovanni and General Dias for their welcome. The report covers Italy’s Piave front victory, Entente strategic considerations, and Baker’s comments on Italian achievement and reinforcements.
Berlin pressed for a continued offensive while Burian warned a delay could avert revolt amid food shortages and internal tensions. The Daily Mail correspondent cites Burian seeking indefinite postponement to ease worsening domestic unrest.
Aerial observers describe bombing missions over the Piave and nearby trenches and huts housing Austrian reserves. The pilot drops bombs, surveys a marsh full of Italian pontoons and naval guns, and returns to Venice after one seaplane is damaged by enemy fire.
Paris reports on June 24 that the Austrian offensive collapsed, with Italian gains feared to boost Allied aims. Le Journal calls the setback defeat and famine for Austria Hungary, while La Marin notes a heavy blow to Vienna amid wartime strain.
Vienna workers call for general peace negotiations with enemy governments, presenting the demand to Foreign Minister Burian. Reports from Vienna and Amsterdam note cabinet strains, possible ministerial resignations, and a push for public affairs direction by Dr. von Seidler.
The Lokal Anzeiger discusses a plan to feed 100000 people daily for four weeks with warm meals of soup meat and vegetables. It mentions Count Tisza as a likely successor to Premier Wekerle amid Hungarys crisis.
State Department reports from Berne Stockholm and Amsterdam warn Austria Hungary faces worsening internal crisis with bread shortages and growing revolutionary pressure. Officials say while immediate revolution is unlikely strong anti government sentiment and German alliance influence raise the risk as Italy gains ground.
Lord Robert Cecil the blockading minister tells the House of Commons there is no sign of a peace opening from Baron Burian Austro Hungarian foreign minister as of the latest utterances. He emphasizes there is no indication at present of any breakthrough or new initiative.
Amsterdam stock market shows peace optimism as Austro-German Exchange falls while Entente exchanges stay firm. Marks are offered heavily and drop from 35.50 to 33. Austrian crowns slide from 20.15 to 18.90 amid franc quotes near 1007.
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