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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 28, 1918

Page

2

French Counter Hit Routs Enemies In Great Somme Battle

British and French forces hold firm on the Somme front in the second week of the great battle. British counter attacks in Albert ridge area succeed while Germans are repulsed. Haig reports several counter moves east of the Somme between the Somme and Aver, with progress toward Monchy and Albert.

Somme Nsettle Albert Haigas Sommae Rue Griely Mortlaucourt Chipiby de Somme Proyarl Roger Lassigny Bucquor Ludanitort ix Gersman Amiens

World War I Battle Dispatch Amid Frontline Conflicts

Fragmented wartime report outlines French and German actions along the Naver front and Mont dillon area. It notes French gains as German efforts face stiff resistance, with heavy exchanges near Monitor Righty and Montilder, and mentions French troops holding the line before a withdrawal at night.

Fronts flare as heavy fighting rages in southern sector

News reports fierce night battles along the lines with Troops defending positions amid repeated enemy assaults. Both sides suffer casualties as advances falter and defenses hold in the southern front near key villages and supply routes.

Wnange Mareh Tila Weil Suvorat Spoysing Newt Sulliy-Laurette

Combat in the British area near Sonnine and Arras

Reports describe ongoing heavy fighting along both banks of the Sonnine with prisoners and machine guns deployed by the British. Attacks target Beaumont-limel and surrounding towns as cautionary defense lines hold. Severely fought exchanges are noted near Arras and east of the Somme front with no decisive breakthrough reported.

Loxdon Sonnine Wits Morulae Meyang Roel

Meat and Kidney Health Claim Prompts Cautionary Advice

An odd, poorly legible piece urges readers to reduce meat intake due to alleged kidney harm. It touts a health drink made from four ounces of Mud ANUS free water and lemon juice, claiming it cleanses kidneys and relieves pain, with warnings about overwork and nervous symptoms. The text mixes garbled phrases and dubious remedies, lacking clear sourcing or medical consensus.

Quay Welllynown Laling & Vite Eileen Nathyn

Turbulent Front Developments Reported In March War Updates

Fragmented dispatches from Washington and London describe shifting tactics on the cattle field and near French lines as Allied forces brace for German counterattacks. Reports note Pershing and British reinforcements, with observers cautious about scope and accuracy amid ongoing shelling and withdrawal maneuvers.

Wastiington J Cy Anatea Iline Lytest Porsning London Wis

German Advance and Allied Response Move in Europe

A scrambled wartime dispatch details German offensives and Allied counter efforts across Europe. It notes German advances near a city corridor and signals coordination with allied forces, mentioning Colonel Panty Pehinson and ongoing communications about troop movements and upcoming reinforcements.

Pine cough remedy promise from pine extract mix

Advert shows a homemade pine cough syrup claiming rapid relief in 24 hours using Pinex pine extract and sugar syrup. It warns against substitutes, touts high potency and affordability, and directs readers to obtain a 24 percent ounce Pine mix with directions from The Ulney Coys in Wayne, Tid.

Ita Ulney Coys Wayne

Germans make progress around Amiens amid shifting battlefield lines

The text describes ongoing World War I fighting with shifting German and Allied positions near Amiens. It notes British and French reinforcements, counterattacks, and changing front lines, including gains around Mortlaucourt and Chipiby, and a cautious tone about victory as the battle continues.

Unclear historical snippet from March report

Fragmentary text describes a wartime or political notice with references to Gowanus, Prad a GeiCrup, and Keupp leader. The legible items include a listed telegraphic message, mentions of parts Tron, and a 100 kilometer distance. Overall content is garbled and uncertain.

Amsptordam Aviish Gowanus Parks Ty i Prada GeiCrup Beter Aewpr Keapp

Wartime bombardment report with aerial attack details

Fragmentary wartime dispatch describes repeated air attacks on enemy rail and troop movements. It notes a squadron engaging droopy Ja Bapaume Coimbrat and Peronnas with seventy five thousand rounds and twenty four tons of bombs. Additional four tons dropped on Valenciennes Railway to disrupt troop trains.

Unclear WWII Dispatches Report German Offensive Plans

A garbled war dispatch claims General von Ludendorff authored plans for a German offensive. A Copenhagen correspondent notes the general visited a scene of action near Quentin at an old castle, with daily observations of headquarters and imperial figures.

Lonogn von Ludendoyst Jopenhagen Kange Telegraph Company Doris Gernino Quentin

Optimism in London as War News Steadily Improves

London March 28 The Evening Star and The Globe signal cautious optimism about German prospects in the west. Both papers note progress by Allied forces yet warn danger remains, while Churchill urges munition production and warns of Easter strike dislocations and a return to work.

Evening Star Globe The Wilston Spencer Churchill Wworhimien Avelng Tany Monk

Admit War or Conquest Riles German Meeting Pushes Domination

March 28 New York report says a German rally, linked to the "Ral Der Landwierke" group of landholders, endorsed world domination. Speakers denounced Reichstag pro‑annexation measures and former Chancellor von Bethmann‑Hollweg, with vocal attacks on Field Marshal von Hindenburg and General von Ludendorff.

Germany Mia Bortineen Ral der Landwierke Tiker Reichstag Vom Bethrona Thoulver Socialints Ag Othis Ache von Uwmamberg General von Laudembertt

Salute and dress order amid wartime discipline in 20th century notes

Fragmentary dispatch details wartime Pentagon directives urging strict uniformity and salutes across ranks. It cites command adherence, inspector guidance, and pressures to suppress insubordination while noting international mentions and scattered foreign sources.

Aviators Jcp Cannon Tlrs London War Update

March reports from London describe aerial activity with numerous raids and artillery exchanges. Observers note heavy concentrations of attrition and naval actions as infantry units maintain lines amid widespread bombardment.

Hookworm Survey At Fort Worth Laboratory Deployment

A garbled report from Fort Worth describes a hookworm survey and a deployment at a laboratory. Named officials and orders to secure credentials appear amid unclear details, with several military and medical figures referenced but the exact actions, dates, and outcomes remain unreadable.

Argistan Aries Hookinvorty Roe Rene Kofoldis Marshall A. Tarver Bigelow Ein Maxwell Robison Youn Serge Firat Chass Taylan Cnn Chonsisnu Reli John Wi Deny Wing

Don’t Let Soap Spoil Your Hair

Readers learn to avoid harsh soaps that strip scalp oils and cause dull hair. A gentle, purifier free from strong chemicals is recommended as affordable and effective. Use with a damp comb to distribute evenly. results include cleaner lather and healthier shine with less dandruff.

Aviator I$ Hurt in Dito Air Crash Near Venus University

Peyton Falls near Gaip Teavis after airplaye accident. pilot Second Lent, Thvvy le Peyton or Kectty Told Wan fatally harmed. Witnesses recall skyward fall, ground impact near Kelly Wald and University of Venus. Peyton’s father Te Ay Peviin travels to Ware as community mourns.

Payton Gaip Teavis Peyton Kelly Venus Anatha Kelly Hold Sentenant Paytan Tial Kallas

Electrified German Wires Threaten Allied Airmen

In a Dutch coastal area a German defensive measure uses electrified steel cables strung along the frontier to trap or disable hostile aircraft. Reportedly designed to snag planes, the wires allegedly include multiple propeller arrangements to disrupt attack and delay movements of aircrews.

Amsterdam Mareh Sullie Zesbrugge Val Wen Belgnar Poward Germany Xinumen Tbis

Huns Plan Offensive on Italian Front Amid War News

A Rome cable reports preparations for a German offensive on the Italian front. New divisions arrive daily from the Austro-Hungarian side as Austrian forces strengthen artillery positions in the Alps and along the Val Sugana valley.

HUNS Washington Rome Euwhnuniay France Uke Val Lagariog Givdiscara Astico Thalian Avidurs Val

German Leaders Praise Army as Victory Presses On

Fragmentary text reports telegrams between Chancellor von Hertling and Field Marshal von Hindenburg praising German army deeds. Messages express confidence in victory, urging continued offensive and noting satisfaction with allied restraint and morale.

Kansas City Quiet After Strike Riot

The Kansas City area returns to calm following a strike riot that disrupted the city. Authorities report no further disturbances as workers and residents await developments and official statements from city leaders and unions.

Kansas City

German Emperor Calls Sword for World Peace

A chaotic early morning riot in an industrial district saw 51 saloons closed after clashes between strikers and guards at laundry plants. police used clubs and fired on crowds. several injuries reported. In simultaneous uprisings, laundry yards and factories faced looting, arson, and destruction as police restored order amid extensive property damage and arrests.

Polien Streers Gilpatrict Munger Waall Fros Pre Hee Melol Rey Mindey Atria Amsterdam Wien Madea Peter

Lift Off Corns Freezone Is Magic

An OCR fragment references a corn treatment product called Lift Off Corns Freezone with claims of magic effects. The text is garbled, repeating phrases and including unrelated words and likely misread brand names and dosages.

Waltz to Retire After Four Decades of Service

Colonel Waltz, long associated with the Nineteenth in Vera Cruz and the Hanston riot period, will retire April 1 at his own request after forty four years of service. He led the American flag through key actions in Sa v Antonio and commanded units in various theaters, including the East Texas area during conflicts.

Millard Walta Ninukeeath SansAntonio Ha & Hilt Homer Waltz Mary Worsen Savi Antonio Paris Vera Crua Uiel City

Ford family member among injured in aircraft crash

An air crash near San Antonio injured officer 1s and other crew while a passenger, Mr Henry Ford of Blownxwaul, was reported as a son and graduate of a local training camp. The event occurred Thursday morning as desertion and damage to the craft were noted. A High official addressed the camp later that day detailing American citizenship.

Lujarler Diutenant Ford Welly Met Olser Rae Sun Manos Heuten- Vill Leylie Ait Henry Ford Blownxwaul Folters Fenvis Wollers Tiousion Ty San Antonio Awravid Willin Minke Adrian Cain Woltery Cant Sain A. Greenwall Aida Aaj Conbony Miler Amp Tenvin

Official reports confirm capture of Odessa

An American escaped from the German-occupied Odessa and reached Moscow with details. He says Germans seized Minsk after occupation, looted transport, and began rationing food. Polish troops aided the Germans and were shocked when Germans claimed Bernina police the city. German numbers in Minsk exceed 4000 with heavy fear of reprisals.

Ato Mresn Moscow Yoostley Mareh Oh Minsk Mostow Pollant Grmans Bernina AML Aerican Iaiders

German Splex Executed in Paris During Somme Battle

Report from the Intransigent states that a number of Germans who donned British uniforms to sow confusion in the Somme battle were captured and executed in Paris. The account notes enemies taken prisoner and punished as stated.

Paris Somme

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