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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1918
Page
1
Paris dispatch reports General Pershing at Foch’s headquarters placing the entire American arm resources at his disposal for the battle shaping the war. The offer, praised by the American people, would see infantry artillery and aviation deployed as needed to support a decisive engagement for freedom.
Paris dispatches report a resumed long range bombardment and a new major push from supreme command. British and French forces hold the line as German efforts wane, with heavy artillery emphasis and cautious advances along the northern battle zone. Washington notes General Foch’s new supreme command authority and Wilson’s congratulatory message. Paris editorials express confidence in allied leadership and unity amid a formidable battle.
Two more aviation cadets died during training in Texas as Royal Flying Corps pilots are named among the fallen. J Scott Rowan from Scotland and Jawyer died in crashes at Camp Gembras and Camp Eve man, while Paris and Detroit dispatches note French and American airmen downed in front line actions. Phelps Collins and Putnam, among Lafayette Escadrille members, reportedly downed multiple German aircraft and earned promotions or medals in the period.
Paris reports a large munitions depot near St Denis at Laxourneuve destroyed with many injured. Explosions heard forty miles, windows shattered across central Paris. An American M C A ambulance corps arrived first at the scene.
A cautious Washington dispatch reports continued evidence at the state department that Germany aims to bleed Austria and Romania of vitality. The piece notes German efforts to dominate energy and land, with warnings of capitulations and a looming real estate dispute as the war widens. It cites debate over American aid and outlines Russian and Japanese diplomatic maneuvering as fronts shift in the broader conflict.
Washington reports a recent casualty list with deaths, missing in action, and wounded. Killed in action include Private Patrick Died of accident and Corporal Williaa bswood. died of wounds include Sergt. Frederick Louis Adkins and others. wounded and missing listed with numerous names, including Sergt. Mack Trent and Private Ashgorn Holm.
Hotel men rose to their feet, pledged loyalty, and promised a 200 percent effort to send wheat to the Allies as Hoover urged. Rain drenched the Panhandle and Amarillo reports say up to an inch fell, threatening drought but aiding the wheat crop with needed moisture.
Four German prisoners were taken by American forces on the front northwest of the Artois sector during a night action near dawn. The Germans reportedly fired a heavy barrage while the Americans conducted a raid or engaged in a patrol. The incident comes from Associated Press reports transmitted from the American line in France on March 29.
Joury Werener and Dr. Martin Qakow, editors of the Philadelphia Tageblatt, were acquitted of treason and then dismissed by publishers. Judge Quick erg an ordered a not guilty verdict, but resignations were accepted amid notes of old age as the stated cause.
Rockford March 29 recruits arrive from Minnesota and Wisconsin for selective training. The camp has intensified provisions for recruits with enhanced comfort and entertainment measures to ease their arrival.
Nationwide daylight saving set for Saturday night in a wartime move. Clocks advance one hour to conserve coal and support war effort. Officials say the change is simple and will minimize disruption with minimal road schedule impact. Sunday dawn will reveal the new times.
A spy suspect was arrested at Clintonville after being traced to a local hotel bar and identified by federal agents. The individual, previously linked to a German state, reportedly worked as a hotel bartender and assisted a real estate agent, with travel and residence details described in the statements. The case references wartime era connections and ongoing investigations.
Readable partial wire summary notes Sen. La Follette opposing Berger in Wisconsin senatorial contest. Discussion critiques war policy, press freedom, and protest strategy while contrasting campaign positions and voter messaging from the era. Includes references to Wisconsin primaries and national political dialogue.
Ten Mexican bandits and Private Theodore K. Albert an American cavalryman were killed in a running fight between United States cavalry and bandits near Pilares Mexico southeast of Valentine Texas yesterday official reports say. The raid followed a clash after raiders attacked the Nevill ranch owned by Glenn Nevill.
Allied lines hold at Mantaldler and Montdiller amid a German thrust aimed toward Amiens. Reports say the southwest wedge into the Somme valley has been checked, with Allied gains continuing in portions of the front.
A wartime dispatch reports forging Allied momentum as German lines from Arras to Craonne face strain. British and French defenses extend frontline, with von Hindenburg warned that decisive Anglo French victory seems unlikely. German manpower and reserves strain to hold ground, hinting at possible strategic retreat toward safer positions.
United Press report says allies gain momentum as rain and wind aid transport and reserves. Russian advances push Germans from towns near Cherkass region while Bolsheviks press war rhetoric after Odessa and Kherson seizures. Western front sees Allied counterattacks north of the Somme amid stiff German opposition and shifting battle lines.
A historical overview describes the United States mobilizing reserves and expanding the draft. It notes a five day mobilization of 45 000 drafted men starting today, and a peak year ahead with over 700 000 drafted or called to service. Projections include 340 000 more inductions for war industry agriculture and training begins April 5 with 4 609 men entering schools and camps.
March 29 Sacramento report that President Wilson telegrammed Governor Stephens asking executive clemency for Thomas d Mooney, sentenced to death for the San Francisco preparedness parade bombing that killed ten and injured forty. Supreme Court review pending. White House would not confirm reception of the telegram.
Winger Brothers cheese factory near Fond du Lac burned causing an $8,060 loss. Mishaed W was arrested on arson charges by Deputy Finnegan after the complaint filed. Arraigned before Justice Fairbanks, he waived examination and was bound over to circuit court for trial. Warrants issued for John and Muntch Winger on related charges.
United press report says a large stock of army harness saddlery and leather goods was destroyed last night at Detroit when Armstrong and Graham company's feather plant burned down. The U S marshals are investigating the blaze and its causes.
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