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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1918
Page
1
Washington June 14 Henry Ford announced he would run for the United States Senate at the request of President Wilson. He stated the decision came after discussions with the president and reflected his commitment to public service.
Democrats in Lansing and Detroit urged Republicans to unite behind Henry Ford for the U S Senate nomination. The conference invited Republican candidates to withdraw in favor of Ford, aiming to join forces for the November election. Senator William Alden Smith, a Republican, had said he would not seek another term.
Venice reports details of two Viribus Unitis class battleships sunk off Austria by two Italian motor boats under Commander Luigi Rizzo. The attack used torpedoes near funnels and aft holds, followed by depth charges, with Rizzo boasting a daring, sleep-deprived pursuit off the Dalmatian coast near Lussin and Pola.
Italian seaplanes comb the Adriatic off Venice locating wreckage a mile square ten miles north of the torpedo attack scene. Many dead sailors seen. Austrian destroyers were towing another destroyer along the coast. Rezzo described as a Sicilian merchant captain, world traveled.
London reports note that England and Wales registered births fell from 881 590 in 1913 to 668 346 in 1917, with a 24 percent drop since 1913. Experts warn the war costs include about 12.5 million potential lives lost, and daily 7000 potential births lost across the UK France Italy and central empires.
The Rotary Club of San Antonio helped create a new camp library at Kelly Field by collecting nearly twenty thousand volumes. The dedication Friday at 6:30 o clock will be hosted by Harold L. Daugherty. J. Sprague will preside as Rotary president. Rev. Hugh McLellan gives a brief address. Lieut. O. B. Black accepts books for Kelly Field. Kelly Field band provides music and David Griffin leads a camp song with selections from Persian Garden America and the Star Spangled Banner.
Col George M Grimes formerly of Camp Funston Kansas reported to Camp Travis Friday and assumed command of the 165th depot brigade relieving Lieut Col John T B Sanford The correspondent note questions what is raised when one sows wild oats but cites a young man who raised checks and a crop that led to a prison term in Boston Transcript.
Ringgold Georgia resident John M Plemoys credits Sulpherb Tablets with curing his stomach trouble and constipation after poor results from a specialist He notes immediate improvement and reports friends also see benefit Druggists sell the tablets widely Do not use ordinary sulphur tablets and be disappointed
The Koelnische Volks Zeitung warns that Allied victories postwar will erase German influence in the United States. It cites closures of German schools and associations, wartime asset seizures, and fears that Germans will be barred from entry and commerce after the war.
French résistance and counterattacks reclaim gains from the initial German rush. While German forces gained slight ground west of the Oise, the front stayed calm elsewhere and losses over five days were described as appalling. The French now hold a stronger line and threaten German communications.
London dispatch reports June 14 that allied forces halted a five-divison push across under five miles near Villers Colterets and from the Aisne to the Clignon. Fighting rages along Matz Oise Aisne Ourcq with Marne violence easing east of the line near Compiegne.
Allied observers report that French lines northeast and east of Compeigne have been strengthened, reducing the wedge into German positions. News notes gains near Soissons and Villers-Cotterets wood while foreseeing a final stabilization with forested flanks aiding defense. no direct assault on Compeigne anticipated as Montdidier Autheil sector shows progress.
Reports describe the French defense around Villers-Cotterets forest and the stubborn northwest resistance blocking southern flanking moves. American marines have halted a northern push near Chateau-Thierry, aiming to prevent a wider swing that could trap Compeigne and redraw the front from Montdidier to Chateau-Thierry into a single battleground.
Former Premier Asquith told the Aldwich Club luncheon that the allies are at a critical point in the war. He said nothing since late March would weaken British resolve to continue fighting toward their aims.
Advert claims La Creole Hair Dressing restores even dark color to gray hair and beard, easing aging signs. It markets to both sexes, guarantees results, and offers direct sale from Viblest Manet Co. in Memphis with widespread drugstore availability.
Thrift Stamp workers plan a countywide push with a June 28 deadline. Precincts 45 44 42 41 39 47 list chairs directors and addresses in a sprawling organization chart for Ward 7, with many names and street details.
Washington June 14 weekly reviews of European battlefield events will be provided to the public by the War Department through newspaper correspondents in Washington. Secretary Baker wants better public understanding and asked General March to arrange the talks. General March will meet newspaper men each Saturday to discuss the front and U S role in the fighting.
A. P. Barrett declares his bid for the congressional nomination subject to the will of voters at the primaries. The political notice appears in a politicked advertising context.
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