British Open Begins Year With Victory and Messages
British press reports the British and French fronts closing out the old year with stubborn fighting along 1200 yards near Welsh Ridges and heavy German assaults repelled. Lloyd George’s New Year address thanks the United States and allied nations, praising the American Navy and army and urging unity for liberty and justice in the coming year. Messages of greetings from leaders including Poincare and King George V accompany New Year notices to belligerents and allied ships.
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Turkish Casualties Reported in Heavy Fighting
Turkish forces suffered heavy losses with about 1000 killed and 150 wounded reported. The tally notes only machine gun casualties counted so far, reflecting a costly engagement.
British forces report gains near Jerusalem after Turkish losses
British forces under General MacMillan say Turkish attack to retake Jerusalem failed. They claim 175 Turks killed or wounded and 750 captured, with four strong British positions north of Jerusalem after the engagement and continued operations in Palestine.
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Community notices and social events in Fort Worth
Local society columns list meetings of the Ladies Benevolent Society at Temply Beth, the Paisenters of the American Revolution at St Anthony, and the Woman's Club plus a Jewish Women’s Council gathering. New Year celebrations at the Country Club feature hundreds of guests, with military and civic figures noted.
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New St Antony Market Opens At Nichols Grocery Co
The new St Antony Market stalls glow at the Nichols Grocery Co store offering beef, tomatoes, beans and assorted produce. Local shoppers flock for best prices on fresh meat and vegetables amid weeknight specials and a busy crowd.
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Army Personnel Cre at Ul Tamil Appointments Reported
Army personnel records show new assignments at headquarters and training posts. Officers such as Captain Allen and Lieutenant Haigh Jameson report to duty at Shratt Springs and the ninth engineer unit while others are detailed to Washington university for duty and training.
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San Antonio Welcomes New Year 1918 With Rowdy Night
Crowds filled St Anthony and Monger hotels and surrounding streets as San Antonio ushered in 1918. Revelers packed theaters, shops and dining rooms with noisy greetings and boisterous celebrations long into the midnight hour.
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New Year's Eve Dignitaries Toasted At Grand Hotels
At lavish gatherings in lgkhies and foyers, officials and guests celebrated the old year’s end with patriotic tributes. National anthems faded as professional entertainers energized the rooms, with dancers taking breaks for orchestras before the revelry continued until morning.
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