29 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1918
Page
1
The dispatch reports German losses and Allied gains around the Lys and Alpine fronts, Moscow claims, and a named new czar amid mounting peace hopes. It notes von Kuhlmann's Reichstag speech, Chancellor edits, and cautious government stance to avoid destabilizing a fragile coalition.
London reports from the Reichstag scene with Deputy House denouncing military autocracy and calling for removal of key figures while warning that annexations and war aims may continue. Skepticism over Bolshevik overthrow rumors and notes on German influence in Russia. several reports on Nicholas, Korniloff, Kaledine, and Lenine amid war weariness.
German newspapers report Von Kuhlmann has not resigned and that a Richmann crisis remains confined to him. They note the Reichstag majority stands firm and the shadow of Helferich returns as a potential candidate for Foreign Secretary amidst ongoing ministerial tensions.
Paris dispatch reports rebellions in Gyor and Pecs Hungary with 2000 troops condemned to death. The movement spreads across Austria and Hungary with violent demonstrations and a widespread revolutionary mood in the army. Pecs known as Finnskirchen and Gyér as Raab are listed with population figures.
Claims that Kaledine and Korniloff won with German support spread as Reds flee. Reports say Grand Duke Nicholas and former commander in chief seized control, while Russians abroad doubt the move viewing it as a German design. London and Washington reportedly believe the maneuver.
Professor Paul Milakoff head of the Russian Constitutional Democrats and Alexander J. Guehkoff Octobrist leader have arrived at Harbin Manchuria and placed themselves at the head of a counter revolution movement as reported by Vossische Zeitung via Berlin telegram to the Dutch press.
Berlin dispatches and Kiev telegrams challenge claims of Nicholas II's death. Reports say the former emperor and family are reported in good health, with conflicting notices about alleged execution and a murder in the Ekaterinburg to Perm region.
Washington reports outline a nonmilitary aid program for Russia led by American business and industrial leaders. Plans include tonnage for Siberian shipments, licensing exports, Red Cross relief, and consular assistance to rebuild the economy while avoiding any display of military force amid German expansion concerns.
American forces are now in eight sectors on the western front from Montdidier to Belfort with a sector in Alsace near the German border. The eight sectors include near Montdidier, northwest of Chateau-Thierry, east of Chateau-Thierry, Toul, Lorraine, and three in Alsace. Premier Clemenceau praised American bravery and noted all planned and executed operations were American-led or aided by French. He spoke English to emphasize valor and stated Americans are arriving in France at about 300,000 monthly.
Officials and industrial leaders in New York launch a five section wartime advertising campaign in the Evening Post to mobilize industry for victory.
Night and day reports from London Paris and Berlin detail Allied gains near Nieppe Forest L Epinet te Verte Rue La Becque and Morris with hundreds of prisoners and several machine guns. French advance near Montgobert Dammard Senecat Wood and Lav er sine heights 1000 prisoners. German air losses total 25 planes and 1 balloon with anti aircraft fire.
Reports from Madrid and Berne indicate Austria asks Spain to pursue Entente relations for a general peace. Munich and Swiss papers note Germany seeking influence, while war shortages push the mark and kronen to new lows. The Times comments on national service debates and the heavy burden on conscripts, urging frank government acknowledgment of mistakes and clearer needs.
Italian Headquarters reports on Austrian prisoners and the diverse subject races in Austria-Hungary. Hungarians claim life is not so bad, with white bread common and grain imported, while Hungarian papers accuse Vienna and Berlin of deceiving the public about food exports. Some prisoners say Austrian forces fought in the recent Italian offensive.
Allied forces launched a dawn assault opposite the Forest of Nieppe near Merville, driving Saxon and Prussian divisions from their positions. British troops captured about a mile of ground, took nearly 350 prisoners and inflicted heavy casualties amid influenza and harsh conditions in Southern Flanders.
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