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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1918
Page
1
The Allies announce Bulgaria ceased hostilities at noon and has signed an armistice in Saloniki. Bulgaria concedes disarmament and demobilization outside its territory, breaks relations with Germany and Austria, and grants Allied access to its lands. Gen D Esperry orders immediate fulfillment of terms.
A French soldier proclaims I did not lose my arm I gave it signaling the wartime appeal to back Liberty Bonds. The message stresses Liberty Bonds are a loan to Uncle Sam with interest, urging Americans to invest as a civic duty.
Paris dispatch describes Cambrai and St. Quentin near fall as Lille Douai Laon remain German strongholds. Allies push advances along the line as Germany fights to hold northern France, with expectations of weeks or months of renewed battles ahead.
President Wilson sharply urges the U S Senate to pass a constitutional amendment granting women full and equal suffrage, calling it essential to win the war of humanity. He frames the war as a peoples' struggle and urges federal action if state measures lag, asserting no party issue and the national need for equal suffrage.
British forces and Allied troops including Americans Australians and English pressed gains north and west of Cambrai. They reached the Arras Cambrai and Bapaume Cambrai road junctions and the northern suburbs while heavy fighting and 4000 prisoners plus 40 guns were reported north of St Quentin.
George A. Schneider is named the U S Liberty Bond champion salesman and led a speaking tour with Charles A Schwab across many states. He has generated strong enthusiasm with direct talks and has authored a series on the Fourth Liberty Loan bonds to appear first in The Star tomorrow.
The article argues Bulgaria has collapsed from Allied aid and will cause a domino effect as Turkey, Austria-Hungary, and Germany face renewed pressure. It predicts Turkey’s exit soon, and Romania’s likely return to combat, reshaping supply routes via the Danube and pressuring Germany from its back door.
Entry notes that opening the east would allow a direct allied assault on Austria-Hungary, threatening collapse. It states Germany cannot aid Austria, describes a strong blow from the Belgian coast to Champagne, and that the Hun must abandon old Hindenburg lines for new winter positions.
Inland dispatches note rapid movement in Russia as forces threaten German gains and press toward decisive end. The commentary asserts no let up until final victory, describing the situation as a turning point and warning against complacency.
The chancellor spoke at the Guildhall announcing a Bulgarian convention was signed and hostilities have ceased at noon, signaling a shift in war effort and policy and marking a tense moment in the conflict.
Allied forces attack on a 6 000 yard front breached German defenses and opened a path for Australian advance. American units reorganized and pushed left to threaten a wider break while advancing under barrage and smoke. The assault pressed forward across broken ground as British artillery countered.
Washington September 30 America’s victory draft lottery for 1845 men began at noon as President Wilson blindfolded drew Capsule Number 322 in the marble caucus room of the senate office building. He stood with Mrs. Wilson amid cheering supporters and cameras before receiving his instructions.
A map labeled Cam Brai area appears on page 10 of today’s edition. Readers can locate the regional features and boundaries illustrated for quick reference. The diagram accompanies local geography coverage and city planning notes.
An army of 900 solicitors began the Fourth Liberty Loan push in downtown with payroll workers tabulating loans from thousands of employees. Officials admit they cannot estimate total subscriptions amid card confusion. They warn less than half of the 26,872,400 dollar quota has been subscribed as bands and speakers tour restaurants and streets.
London dispatches report that Americans engaged in 52 aerial battles on Sunday and destroyed 38 German aircraft without suffering any losses.
Bulgarian Minister Panaretoff told United Press that Bulgaria will be friendly to allied moves against Turkey and stay on the side of the allies for the remainder of the war.
Geneva reports Turkey demanded money from Germany and warned of breaking relations. At a Berlin conference the Turkish grand vizier asked for a loan and cancellation of debts, with the sultan declaring he is tired of German domination and demanding prompt satisfaction or Berlin departure.
London reports Serbian war office says Carevofelo fell, cutting off Bulgarian retreat. Serbian and French troops advance toward Uskub, taking over 700 prisoners and 30 guns. They seize heights on the Pchinja left bank, with ten enemy regiments driven from St Nicholas.
Bulgarian Minister Panaretoff presented to Secretary Lansing a Bulgarian note requesting the United States use its good offices to help bring about the allied armistice.
London dispatch reports Swiss political circles say German occupation troops are hastily withdrawing from Romania fearing a possible Romanian revolt. The note cites information from Swiss contacts and notes rising unrest among Romanian populations.
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