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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1918
Page
8
Washington reports that American forces now hold a 38 mile frontline segment on the Western front. US units are at six positions with British and French lines, while other Americans support operations abroad. Committee members stressed no delay in mounting troop presence once materials and ships are in place.
In Melbourne on June 21 the Age reports a growing impression in Australia that Premier Hughes will stay in London as Australia s representative or take up residence in America in a similar capacity. Hughes is currently in London for the imperial war cabinet and conference.
U S Attorney Harold Harper examined Western Union books to determine if high officials knew of an alleged letter mail service. Post office inspectors supplied data from major cities as the probe considers possible criminal action to be tried in New York. Company counsel Francis Stark offered cooperation while messengers O'Brien and Thomas were questioned. grand jury hearings slated for Monday.
Washington June 21 injury and death tallies show 165 names. Killed in action 16, died of wounds 20, died of disease 3, severely wounded 125, wounded undetermined 1, with several prisoners reported previously missing among Marines and soldiers. Names include Lucas James sergeant Courtland Indiana and OConnell Thomas J New York.
Mrs. Thomas J. O Connell of 428 East 148th Street, Bronx, insists her son Thomas J. O Connell is alive in the United States despite yesterday's casualty report. She cites a Hatleysburg Mississippi card and notes mail mixups. other foreign born soldiers and several local youths are mentioned as wounded or killed with addresses in Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Passaic.
A trench mortar bomb exploded at the Aberdeen proving grounds injuring a private and killing two aviators. Secretary Baker and several officers stood about 300 to 500 yards away and learned of the accident later. Other disasters nearby include a St Louis lieutenant killed at Scott Field and a Jersey pilot killed in the Royal Air Force collision. The War Department reported ten airfield deaths for the week ending June 20.
Thomas H. Fagan, 18, of 1039 Avenue D College Point, a member of the 48th Canadian Highlanders, was killed in action yesterday. He enlisted in April 1917. His elder brother has been in France with the Canadians since 1914 and another brother, Alfred, serves in the U S Army.
London notes the weekly toll in a British report for the week ended today. Total 36,620 casualties: killed or died of wounds 285 officers and 4,247 privates. wounded or missing 1,414 officers and 30,724 privates.
Washington reports General Pershing rebuts German claims that colored troops are sacrificed for white soldiers. He praises their spirit and training, notes losses in four colored regiments, and cites Croix de Guerre honors as proof of capability and valor in the field.
Lord Mayor of London reads Haig letter praising Allied unity and American vigor. Sir Douglas Haig expresses unbounded confidence in victory as Britain and America unite. Paul Cravath reports Americans on the Western Front showing energy, cash, and adaptability, easing any doubts about outcomes.
Kaiser's forces equipped with sablons railway and exerted a large fire as troops prepared to engage American forces.
Berlin official today reports French attacks near Noyon and American actions northwest of Chateau Thierry failed. Both sides suffered heavy losses and some prisoners were taken by the Germans.
A prisoner letter from Grenadier Landauer of the 110th Grenadier Regiment dated June 10 explains why the German 28th Division was placed opposite American troops near Chateau Thierry and why a prize regiment now fronts them. He describes rough front-line conditions, nightly artillery, and resolve to endure until relief.
American Rainbow Division, after a hundred days on the Lorraine front, received a French citation praising its fine military qualities and continued valor. The document serves as a valued souvenir of the war for the troops.
Washington June 21 Lieutenant Colonel Raymond F Bacon of the ordnance department told the board of directors of the American Institute of Mining Engineers at a dinner in the food administration cafeteria that America is preparing to launch a gas which will outdo the efforts of the German gas squads.
A vintage ad text touts four stores and on the job salesmen for sporting goods. It highlights Scotch Mists rainproof lightweight overcoats and cheviots, plus summer wear, with emphasis on prompt courteous service and a registered trademark.
A fragmentary transit note lists racers near Broadway at 13th and 34th Streets with references to Fifth Avenue and Warren at 41st, indicating a hurried street corner activity or timetable scribble without clear context.
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