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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1918
Page
2
The dispatch describes German advances and French counteractions around Montdidier and neighboring towns. It notes Avbvillers Cantigny Mesui-St. Georges and Ayencourt with distances, and records a maximal German gain of about one and a half miles.
United Press reports in Berlin that German troops captured Beaucourt and Mezieres while British and French attacks near Montdidier and Arras were repelled. British and Allied lines held against Allied pushes as fighting continued along the Somme and Scarpe valleys with heavy casualties and planned counteractions.
A condensed chronology of the German westward push through 1917 with daily updates. It covers gains at Cambrai, Bapaume, and Somme front, Allied counterattacks around Albert and Montdidier, and final notes on Hindenburg’s campaign slowing amid rain and Allied responses. Names include Haig, Pershing, Foch, York, and Crown Prince.
Fragmentary battle report describes advancing German units under pressure and Allied counter moves. Text notes repeated reinforcements, evacuations, and stubborn rear-guard actions with sporadic artillery and wire-service style field observations.
Fragmentary dispatch describes a declassified Pershing map and related summaries. Readouts reference a general’s maneuvers and locations, with vague notes on timing, delivery to Washington and a briefing in the district.
Summary of Allied and enemy actions near the Somme and Signy area through March 29. Reports indicate some attacks repulsed and line conditions improved, with battles continuing south of the Somme and along the Signy front. General Pershing’s coverage through March 24 is noted.
The piece analyzes German strategy under Von Hindeburg, noting a lengthy front, stiff Allied response, and the aim to shorten trenches. It discusses potential Allied counteroffensives, American involvement, and speculative moves to force a quick conclusion to the conflict.
In this fragment, the article reflects on American strength and the need for General Foch to meet in a new position to address major strategic questions. It hints at wartime alliances and the evolving balance of power as the war progresses.
French and German war reports describe the Marne battles with emphasis on French leadership and unity. Paris faces invasion fears as refugees disrupt traffic while Clemenceau asserts coordinated high command with Haig. In America a Bonham School No 10 class adopts a French child, Georgette, showing wartime charity and local mobilization.
London reports Premier George confirming General Foch as generalissimo of the allied armies appointed after consultation with French and American governments. Foch will co ordinate western front forces without executive power and Britain vows calm resolve as the war enters a critical opening phase with further sacrifices planned.
A telegraph dispatch from Kerlenie describes wounded Germans streaming across the frontier in freight cars, laid on straw and shavings, with the scene described as tipping with blood. King George visits the front and returns to London tonight.
A historical overview outlines reorganized army staffs at Pershing's headquarters in Washington and France. It details the Administrative, Intelligence, Operations, and Signal sections, the expansion of reconnaissance and heavy gun location units, and the shift toward a permanent overseas staff to coordinate Allied forces and ensure American success on European battlefields.
Amsterdam reports Holland renews demands in response to Wilson proclamation on requisitioning ships. Dutch reply insists ships must remain unarmed and cannot be used as war weapons by any party.
A deadly collapse in Gaxnan borough on Thursday afternoon killed ten people and injured many more. Officials report structural failure in a long-built tomb area led to widespread damage and extensive property loss. Berlin authorities dispatched emergency crews to assess the scene and coordinate relief efforts.
Washington dispatch reports that two days before the deadline eight percent of income tax payers have not filed. Midnight is the deadline, with penalties for noncompliance. Revenue officers nationwide will stay open to 2 a.m. Monday. Taxpayers have until June 16 to pay the tax owed.
The funeral for Frances Rubrot who died Saturday morning will be at 3 30 Sunday from 1494 Jones Avenue with services at San Fernando cathedral. She is survived by five sons Jake Cilacles Andrew Lewis Joseph and two daughters Joseph Obrlotti and Missy Ryle of San Antonio. Pallbearers listed and active pallbearers named. Interment in family burial grounds in Say Yoynando Cemetery.
The Carmelite Sisters of San Antonio filed a charter in the State Department at Austin. Incorporators include Mother M. Mastorey, Wolpere, Mother M. Serafilea Ritman, Sister M. Ratuel. The aim is to establish homes for the care and education of poor and indigent children and to solicit contributions for the work.
In Kansas City Missouri 20000 workers idle as a stalemate between capital and labor erupts in a general strike. Martial law and National Guard presence fail to yield progress while streetcar service halts and riots cause injuries and property damage.
Police report a break in at 447 Franch Street the Nordhaus residence Saturday night while the residents were away. Drawers and trunks were ransacked and valuables taken, leaving the family to assess losses after their return.
Reports from March 30 describe rescue teams at a ruined church destroyed by a German shell. Officials estimate about 75 dead and 90 injured as work continues to recover victims and secure the area.
A historical advertisement promotes a complete medical guide on marriage related topics. It touts anatomy physiology hygiene and the female reproductive system, urging readers to buy the book for 50 cents plus stamps via P. Pierce, Buffalo, New York.
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