Germans Press Montdidier Front In 1916 Battle Report
A World War I field dispatch describes heavy fighting along a 25 mile arc around Montdidier and Amiens. German forces renew attacks to widen a wedge, while French and British lines hold with reserves. Threats include Moreuil and Lassigny as near-term goals, with Mezieres and Maison Blanche briefly occupied by Germans before the front stabilized.
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Montdidier
Paris
Faris
Moreuil
Avre
Amiens
Lassigny
Germs
Teutons
Cise
Yesterd
Roye-Amiens
Mezieres
Maison Bianche
Demuin
Somme
Letween
Thiepval
Lavoiselle
Albert
Mezieres Strongly Contested as German Attacks Press Britons
British forces repelled German advances at Mezieres and Demuin Mezieres lies south of the Somme ten miles north of Montdidier. The war office says sharp afternoon fighting cost the enemy momentum after mounting and dismounted actions. Prisoners were taken as Allied troops held the line with gallantry amid renewed assaults in the sector.
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London
Demuin
Megieres
Mevieres
War Office
Somme
Messcres
Vilkise
Densin
Enemis
Mezieres
Smade
Muntdidier
British say Amiens front under heavy pressure near Montdidier
London reports that German forces push within about 12 miles of Amiens with strong reserves arriving. French and British authorities voice cautious optimism as efforts to halt the advance continue, noting Montdidier and Arras movements as pivotal points and praising Allied coordination with French and American leadership.
British hold line as German assault costs heavy losses
German forces drive toward Arras and Amiens with ten divisions, but suffer enormous casualties while the British defend positions along the Scarpe and Somme. Reports detail fierce fighting near Rouex, Gavretto, and the Luce valley with British gunners and tanks aiding retreats and counterattacks.
Zemo Offers Quick Relief for Eczema and Skin Ailments
Unlikely to suffer skin troubles with Zemo ointment sold by E. W. Roze Co. Cleveland. A 35c bottle or 100 for extra large bottle promises instant relief from itching, cleansing and soothing the skin. Not greasy, easy to apply, and inexpensive. Obtain today to prevent further distress.
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E. W. Roze Co
Cleveland
Germans attack Arras and Montdidier in Easter thrust
London Times notes in editorials that Germany aimed to correct a risky Amiens salient by striking Arras and Montdidier. Arras failed, Montdidier succeeded, but the left flank is exposed. heavy fighting near the Samme and marshes north of Amiens is limited, with a stronger push toward Amiens anticipated on Easter.
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London Times Service
San Antonio
Philadelphia
Samme Wriday
Amiens
Iriday
British Hold Line Near Arras Amid Reprisal Fire
London dispatch reports no major breakthrough as British troops in Arras sector resist German patrols near Arleux. A single rearward retreat occurred at Verlag aul with gallant defense by infantry and gunners as field guns were moved, then the line shifted to new positions along Tamers and La Motte.
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London
Aritery
Reuters
Brit
Arleux
Nnes
Arras
Verlag Aul
Pro- Vart-Moerivoort
Tamer
Laemotte
Refugees Reach Paris as Red Cross Aids Arrivals
American Red Cross aids refugees at Paris northern rail station as waves of evacuees from German control return to the city. Thousands receive meals and beds. scenes include a mother feeding chickens from a basket while a 12 year old girl named Marie dreams of Paris. Trucks and volunteers sustain ongoing relief as more arrivals come in.
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Paris
Paria
Northern
American Red Cross
Marie
Sho
Americar Red Cross
Foch Named Supreme Allied Commander Amid War Council Push
In Washington March 30 official notice confirmed General Foch’s appointment as supreme commander of all allied and American forces in France. President Wilson and Secretary Baker were linked to the move as they backed consolidated leadership to counter German offensives and unify French British and American arms under a single command structure.
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Washington, D. C
Genersloch
Frrance
France
General Pershing
War Department
March
Pershing
Foch
Marne
Supreme Command
Baker
Europe
General Liss
Supreme War Council
London
Wilson
England
Ferdinand Woeh Faced Choices From Basque Roots
Gen Ferdinand Woeh, Basque by birth, grew up in Metz and later chose France over Germany after Lorraine's annexation. He entered the Polytechnique with no. 72, but ranked 45th in his class, yet his quiet brilliance and dedication to teaching defined his path. He emphasized mastering the craft over spectacle.
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Ferdinand Woeh
Urhea
Metz
Lorraing
Och
France
Germany
Polytechnic School
Drink Hot Water For Rosy Complexion And Clean Inside
An early health note recommends drinking hot water each morning with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate to flush the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims this internal wash removes toxins and improves skin clarity and glow, advising readers with pallid complexions or headaches to try the routine.
Alien Enemies Held and Propaganda Accusations Across War News
John Gepp an alien enemy employed at Lone Star Brewery was arrested on disloyalty charges and jailed for the duration of the war. German reservist registered in Europe he allegedly spread propaganda after leaving the United States. Affidavits claim Gepp declares the United States will be treated like Tsarist Russia. Additional dispatch notes Petrograd minister Jaiteharsky says alliance with America impossible but may accept loans and arms.
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Lone Star
Department of Justice
Gepps
Europe
Gilveston
Delngy
Petrograd
Jaiteharsky
America
Aussie
Germany
Frances Rubiola dies after 38 years in San Antonio
Frances Rubiola longtime San Antonio resident dies at 7 30 am after a lingering illness. Funeral Sunday at 8 30 am from 1634 Jones Ave then at San Fernando Cathedral with interment in San Fernando Cemetery. Born in Rovello Italy July 29 1850 she immigrated with her husband Joseph in 1880. Survived by five sons Jake Charles Andrew Lewis Joseph and two daughters Clara Rubiola and Mrs Oh briotti and five grandchildren.
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Frances Rubiola
San Antonio
Jones Avenue
San Fernando Cathedral
San Fernando Cemetery
Tubiola
Rovello
Italy
Joseph Rubiola
America
Workers in Packing Plants Granted Higher Pay by Arbitrator
Chicago March 30 Judge Samuel Alschiter awarded eight hour day and equal pay for like work to Chicago packing house employees. The decision sets a nine hour workday within the eight hour frame, double time overtime on Sundays, and wage increases from 31/2 to 51/2 cents for hourly workers effective January 14 1918. Piece workers receive proportional increases and gauge rates stay the same for men and women. Swift & Gombling must raise weekly guaranteed hours to 40.
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Chicago
Chicago Packing House
Samuel Alschiter
Sls
Swift & Gombing
Injuries Are Fatal to Ambrose After Car Crash Near Victoria
Robert D. Ambrose died at a San Antonio hospital Friday night from injuries after a car crash on the road near Victoria about three weeks earlier. He was 23, a Texas native who moved to San Antonio from Austin months ago. Surviving are his parents Mr and Mrs Wo E Ambrose of San Antonio. Funeral services set for Sunday at the Shelley-Loring chapel with interment in Odd Fellows Cemetery.
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Robert D. Ambrose
Victoria
San Antonio
Ambrose
Ind i
Texas
Cone
Austin
Wo. E Ambrose
Plan to End Strike in Kansas City
Kansas City officials planned steps to resolve the general strike with union leaders set to meet today. A group of 28 businessmen and three newspaper editors discussed the situation as street car service operated under police guard, with guards stretched as operations expanded and troops prepared for possible deployment.
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Kansas City
Baker Visits Headquarters In France War News
Secretary of War Baker spent March 29 at General Pershing's headquarters in France, conferring with staff and planning. An American patrol captured four German prisoners in No Man's Land, with Lieut. George Redwood and Sergt. Henry Mongeau among those honored for the actions. The patrol's success followed a dawn encounter as the Americans retrieved prisoners and returned to their lines.
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France
Baker
General
General Pershing
George Redwood
Baltimore
Henry Mongeau
Cherry Valley
Mass
Edward Armstrong
Mariana
Carson Shumate
Ada
W. Va
Bernard Bolt
South
Bethlehem
No Man's Land
Germany
Toland
Nerial
No-Man's Land
Redwood
Tia
Bowca
Mathine
Hall
Heavy shelling hits town west of Toul in long bombardment
A town west of Toul was heavily bombarded for hours ending at 3 am. The enemy used shrapnel high explosives gag and incendiary shells. Fires burned back of No Man's Land as smoke clouds rose. American machine guns engaged as wagon trains and officers moved near Montsee. Aircraft attempted reconnaissance across lines.
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Lighor
Toul
No Man's Land
Suil
Montsee
Obituary notices for Mabel Day Guerra and Myrtle Vasbinder
Mrs Mabel Day Guerra 29 died at home 29 Mohawk Street San Antonio she is survived by husband N Guerra five sons Arthur and Thomas and daughter Amy all of San Antonio four brothers Willie Howard Charlie and Messinley in Navy services by Myrtle Grove No 1 Woodman Circuit and Rev Arthur Jones with burial at City Cemetery No 6 funeral Sunday afternoon Miss Myrtle Vasbinder 24 died Friday at aunt Mrs W J Davis 518 Burnet Street born in Texas lived in San Antonio 18 years survived by aunt brother Murry Vasbinder and sister Mrs da Gruenwald services by Pastor T C Long at Mirat Baptist Church Sunday morning body sent to Sayers by dingy Undertaking for burial
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Mabel Day Guerra
Mohawk Street
N. Guerra
San Antonio
Fivo
Arthur
Thomas Guerra
Amy Guerra
Willie Day
Howard
Houston
Charlie
Excelsior Springs
Messinley
United States Navy
United States Navy. Mrs. Guerra Was A Member of Myrtle Grove No. 1
Woodman's Circle
the Grove
Myrtle Grove No. 1
Arthur Jones
First Presbyterian Church
City Cemetery No. 6
Myrtle Vashinder
W. J. Davis
Burnet Street
Texas
Murry M. Vasbinder
da. J. Gruenwald
Stev. T. C. Long
Mirat Baptist Church
Sayers
Dingy Undertaking Company
Walt
Mercury machine and funeral firms advertise in San Antonio paper
The page lists several undertakers and ambulance services including Shelley-Loring and Pearce-Robinson with contact numbers, plus Realty and cemetery ad lines. It notes Quartermaster Col Daniels inspecting San Antonio shops, planning consolidation and permanent expansion of mechanical repair facilities.
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Mearthy
Col Daniels
Mecarthy
San Antonio
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