16 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1918
Page
1
Dispatch from the front reports French cavalry advancing toward Bruges and the sea after sweeping through Lichtervelde and Thourout. Menin falls to the Allies, Haig’s lines near Hauberdin, while Germans shell Belgian coast bases and contest the advance with heavy bombardment and stubborn resistance.
The Hamburg telegram reports Germany has capitulated. Repeated broadcasts from London note Kaiser’s abdication rumors and Wilson's peace terms are deemed roughly correct with mixed reactions from Amsterdam and Copenhagen. German papers say Wilson's note undermined hopes for peace, linked to allied conferences.
A period article urges readers to buy Liberty Bonds to fund the war effort, highlighting patriotic duty and financial participation. It frames bond purchases as a communal stand and a tangible contribution to national security, calling on citizens across communities to invest.
The Chauncey Wrights company calls on Seattle businesses to donate one day’s receipts to Liberty Bonds as part of a citywide effort to support the Fourth Loan. Early supporters include Chauncey Wright Restaurants, Staing Bros. grocers, Lloyd Transfer Co., Hatfield’s Oyster House, Ye Olde Curiosity Shop, Hines Products, Aloha Street Pharmacy, Madison Drug Co., Melvin Cloak and Suit Co., Transportation Club, Model Bakery, Yukon Market, Hood Candy Co., Kelly’s Drug Store, and Washington Title Insurance Co. Public list of volunteers to follow.
Local classified note urges readers to use the want ad service to buy sell rent borrow hire or find employment with broad exposure in the northwest. Offers charging options via main 600 and emphasizes speed and reach for listings.
Page nine carries additional Liberty Loan coverage with brief notes on progress and local interest. Readers can find summaries of campaign activity and forthcoming events in the ongoing war fund drive.
Thomas A. Edison, after a period at home with a cold, resumed work today in his laboratory at West Orange. The announcement notes his return to duties and the ongoing projects at the famous facility.
Paris reports a French war office update on October 16 noting progress north of Sissone toward Laon. French forces repelled a German counterattack near Mont St Germain and captured Acy Romance southwest of Rethel.
The Star reports conflicting European rumors about Germany's reaction to President Wilsons note. Some German papers say Wilsons hopes for peace are dashed, others claim Germany has fully surrendered. Definitive word may come late tonight. The Star will provide updates as developments occur.
The Star denounces Seattle telephone properties for gross mismanagement during the influenza emergency. It accuses central operators of neglect, wire mixups, and unaddressed pay slots, calling for urgent reform or removal of management.
The column argues the central powers will fall as an Allied Balkan advance nears Austria Hungary, with Bosnia and other provinces to fall within days and Austria surrendering rather than face invasion. It predicts a peace offer first, then a complete collapse, reshaping the peace table and Wilson’s delegation choices.
American forces with the First Army report capturing St. Juvin heights near Grand Pre and advancing northward. About 240 prisoners were taken. The action occurred on October 16 under the command of General Frank J. Taylor.
Socialist members of the reichstag have resolved not to object to the continuation of Prince Max in the office of German chancellor, according to Berlin dispatches from the Wolff bureau.
Washington reports growing German dissatisfaction with Kaiser rule as Reichstag meeting is postponed. Officials expect Hohenzollern power to crumble and Wilson peace terms to be accepted, while Teuton press voices discontent despite censorship. State Department files German press comments gathered near Germany.
The Twefik ministry resigns in Constantinople and Izzet Pasha is appointed grand vizier and minister of war. The outgoing cabinet favored Germany while Izzet Pasha advocates peace. Enver Pasha had dominated the govt prior to the change.
In Flanders the Allies captured 12,000 prisoners and 200 to 300 guns on Tuesday. Prisoners were split among Belgian, British, and French forces. The British carried away 50 guns according to the Express.
The Hotel Metropole in downtown Oakland is engulfed in flames since 11 o clock. The central shopping district landmark, the oldest hotel in the city, suffers a rapidly growing blaze as firefighters battle the blaze.
Allied forces advance from the North Sea to Verdun threatening German lines. British French and Belgian troops reach south of Bruges and Thourout, with Menin fallen and Lille three miles beyond the British front. Americans attack northwest of Verdun while French push north of La Fere and Laon. Durazzo falls to Italy as Austria retreats in Albania.
Reports from London indicate pre armistice terms require unconditional surrender by Germany including complete disarmament and occupation of Metz Mainz and other towns and German fleet surrender. Brussels is favored as the peace conference site while Andrew Bonar Law cautioned against stating terms before an armistice.
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