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Newspaper
Oklahoma City Times
Location
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1918
Page
1
A fragmented map sketch describes channels of pressure along the Arras area and Hindenburg line. It mentions Haig advancing through Dro Courgh toward the Hindenburg line and Ludendorff attempting to pin down a British wedge.
Washington reports possible wartime action to commandeer steel and related products. Officials indicate authorities may seize steel supplies and factories to support materiel needs, amid factory stoppages and production curtailments.
Forty three registrants, all qualified for military service, entrained today at 12:25 PM aboard the Santa Fe railroad for Camp Bowie in Texas to receive specialized training. The draft board and the Choctaw board were formed to oversee the process, with select men assigned to specific duties.
An athlete aged 29 faces charges after allegations that a rival violated draft law and related conduct. The report notes police involvement, potential arrests, and ongoing inquiries into the case with officials stating procedural steps.
New York Sept 1 The government's cotton report today is bullish for the market, with prices advancing about 11 dollars per bale on the day’s trading. Investors reacted to the favorable findings, lifting prices from Friday’s close.
A county food administrator explains that ice restrictions have been lifted for the moment, but some restaurants and drink vendors still do not understand the change. The official cites limited supply and weather as factors affecting availability.
Paris dispatch reports the French steamship Pana of 4710 tons was torpedoed and sunk during a voyage from Bizerte to Saloniki on the night of August 26 27. About 1589 persons aboard are missing, many Serbian soldiers.
Local sources report a Sunday auto riding restriction may be enacted here following declarations by officials including Walker. The discussion covered potential penalties and enforcement, with emphasis on war service support and official approval.
Washington reports August 3 as the driest month on record for cotton. Department forecasts show prospective production collapsing to about 2482.00 bales from drought. Condition sits at 57 percent of normal across states, with implications for national supply.
Paris dispatch from Le Matin quotes a Swiss source as saying Bolshevik strength threatens Germany if the German military situation does not improve. The report notes growing unrest in Germany and warns of possible upheaval impacting the empire. Forecast: cloudy, cooler tonight with probable showers. Wednesday likely fair with snow.
Finland issues travel safety guidance for allied nationals in Russia amid regional tensions. Officials advise caution and provide contact points for consular assistance and emergency support.
In a late war report from Sept 3, Allied units push toward Archangel amid diversions and counterattacks. Refugees and military positions are described as the enemy presses, with the Archangel frontline sustaining substantial fighting and reports of a fortified post and air armoured train engagement.
A Lusitania survivor shared early life and wartime service at a Rotary meeting. He described becoming a sailor at 11, his role aboard the ship, and the torpedo strike event. He spoke of escape from the sinking, later Navy service, and continued involvement in theater and civic life.
A meeting of the Oklahoma road group discussed inspecting the Bankhead Highway from Kort Smith to Amaritly. The association would contribute one dollar per mile for a portion of the road but rejected covering the full inspection cost. Singletary asserted ongoing talks to secure closer cooperation on road work and better conditions.
Washington dispatch reports a war department order for a million iron rations for American forces. The emergency supply favors compressed meat and wheat blocks with chocolate, designed to sustain troops in the field despite supply disruptions.
Mayor Overnoner received a letter from the national Fuel Administration urging fewer streetcar stops to conserve fuel. The agency suggested action months ago and asked Oklahoma Railway to implement it, but company officials said state laws would need revision before any system could operate.
Bulletin from London reports British forces advancing along the Arras front capturing Hamblain les Pres, Lens and Queant with Bertincourt Doignies Velu and Rocquigny, and taking over 10 000 prisoners. Australians and British push east of Peronne and Noreuil while Wulverghem falls near Kemmel. Foe offers limited reaction leaving Queant Drocourt line in British possession.
French tenth army resumes attacks north of Soissons with strong resistance yet advances under General Mangin. Forces push to Leuilly two miles from Vauxaillon and five miles from Chemin des Dames. Terny Sorny and Fontaine St Remy captured. Crouy to Pont-Rouge road reached amid ongoing progress.
British forces advance on a 13,000 yard front beyond the Drocourt Queant line with Laudemont and Recourt reported captured. Haig’s troops push toward Cambrai, inside the switch line of the Hindenburg system as Germans resist near Queant and Peronne. Villers au Plouet, near Bapanme, falls after Fierce fighting as the British press forward past Sailly Saint-Quentin.
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