29 Sep 1918
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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1918
Page
1
An exhibit contrasts individual horror with organized slaughter in World War I. It recalls a Belgian woman facing German soldiers as her unit advances on Antwerp trenches. The scene ends with a bayonet thrust through her, a child killed, and Belgian troops abandoning restraint to charge.
The fourth Liberty Loan drive begins with broad public enthusiasm and large bond subscriptions. In New York City the dedication of the Liberty Altar at Madison Square inspires civilians and troops alike, with Vice President Marshall urging no compromise with foes while bonds roll in. Official totals arrive tomorrow, but observers expect New York’s district to top $200 million as crowds pledge support during Belgian Day events.
The Bulgarian envoy signals willingness to end the war under Wilson terms with Bulgaria out of the conflict. Berlin stocks panic as news of the appeal spreads. Britain demands Bulgarian break with allies and soil withdrawal as a condition for armistice.
London dispatch reports Berlin panic after Bulgaria asked for armistice terms. Admiral von Hintze cited uncertain Bulgarian government actions, with signs of internal opposition to peace. He noted German and Austrian reinforcements and warned the situation remains critical but unresolved, with continued Bulgarian maneuvering expected.
British forces near Cambrai used an innovative crossing of the Canal du Nord. After destroying canal banks at three crossing points, old tanks carried bridging gear and supported fighting tanks to span the waterway in the 125 foot wide, 45 foot deep ditch.
British and Greek troops push east along the Bela Distza range and move on Petrich through the Strumitza Valley as Entente forces advance in Macedonia. Several guns are reported captured and Veles on the Vardar River has been taken by Serbian troops.
Allied ships shell Zeebrugge and Ostend as Belgian and British forces push 15 miles from Dixmude to north of Ypres. The advance surpasses three and a half miles with 4000 prisoners taken. Belgian communiqué notes attacks with French and British batteries and capture of first and second defensive positions and the Houthulst forest.
Rumors in Vienna say Baron Burian will send a second peace note to the belligerents with more precise statements to modify Entente terms. Count von Hertling, German chancellor, has reportedly resigned, with the Emperor yet to accept. A Vienna Vienna dispatch notes unconfirmed reports of Burian’s possible retirement.
British forces press a new offensive toward Cambrai driving toward the German front while French troops advance in Champagne. Americans northeast of Verdun deploy artillery to support renewed operations and threaten fresh breakthroughs along the line.
American forces push to Brieulles and Exermont in Champagne while more prisoners are taken. Over three days the air war tallies 60 enemy planes down and American losses run under twenty.
Belgian units report heavy losses for the Germans as 4 000 prisoners are taken near the coast. Ostend and Zeebrugge bombardments by Entente ships occurred between 2 30 and 4 o clock, aiding the push from Ypres to the sea and threatening German coastal defenses.
Allied forces push in Champagne despite German resistance near the Brunnhilde line and seize road and rail hub Somme ry. American troops advance about a mile. In the Balkans Serbians and British drive east in Southern Bulgaria, with thousands captured. Reports tally 50,000 prisoners overall with additional captures in Palestine and elsewhere.
London reports British and Belgian forces took Poelkapelle and widened the front by two to three miles. Allies outflanked Passchendaele Ridge from the north and push toward Rouler. Belgian troops seized part of Houthulst Forest near Ypres with many prisoners taken.
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