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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1918
Page
2
Amid chaotic front reports a fresh French division from across the Western Front is deployed to replace fallen troops. German casualties mount as Paris and Parisian sectors brace for renewed pressure along a thirty mile arc toward Amiens, with Allied forces consolidating positions near Ribecourt and Bethangrart as the front lines shift under heavy combat.
President appeals to workers in coordination with the American Federation of Labor and the American Alliance of Labor and Democracy to unite capital and labor in support of the war. He commends Gompers and the AFL convention for patriotic backing, stressing unity to win the conflict and sustain the nation’s industrial power.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a historical discussion involving prohibition, medical figures, and political figures in the United States. References include a Dr Artur and a Dr Barren linked to medical leadership, with mentions of wartime policy and national service. Overall, the readable content is highly garbled and lacks coherent events.
Fragmentary OCR records a wartime draft or mobilization discussion mentioning Wilane, Krueet Sunithere, Mayder, and Neb. It references penalties, a penitentiary, and calls for 17 000 men, with a marehal fhemeral Croreder date of June 11.
Washington reports there has been no decision or action by the United States or allies to send an expeditionary force to Russia. Official comment notes the Russian embassy appeal and ongoing uncertainty amid broader European and Asian developments.
Washington reports fresh signs that Germany may try a major naval push to strike at British sea power. An official telegram notes orders to keep U boats ready, with high ranking officers recalled from neutral lands. Kieler Zeitung cites extraordinary port activity as Adm Tupus hints Germany could test the sea war after success on land.
A scrambled notice reports rate increases cut back as applications from Sioux City Iowa and Nebraska interests were refused by the inter state commission. The filing cites Washington and Curtoiite contexts with references to Rit. chads and Puete authorities in a broader regulatory decision.
Washington report notes nine registrants in white dress were summoned for June 12 by General Crowder to be assigned to wartime roles in the armed services. Details indicate readiness for service in the national military effort.
A garbled note claims Tevet A diharmeleim plans a declaration of war between German government and high command. The message suggests the public announcement will come with the Omar falter, amid accusations of repeated failures.
A Mexican train guard was slain during a Villa raid near Mantingys Taye Deranca on June 5. The victim, an American named Fanith, was among fifty editors aboard the train when the attack occurred.
Gotham’s street lamps will dim tonight as the city continues a measured power saving plan. The move follows government guidance to reduce energy use amid strain on the grid and warmer evening conditions.
United States officials warn Germany of swift retaliation if reprisals against Americans occur amid wartime tensions. Secretary Lansing and Secretary Daniels emphasize offensive strategy and continued naval convoys. Orders consider arming coastwise ships as anti submarine measures expand nationwide.
London reports that British hospitals were struck seven times by German action between May 1 and June 1. The war office statement, read in the House of Commons by I. L Machierson, notes 991 casualties from the attacks.
Portrait of Field Marshal Lord French who has been made lord lieutenant of Ireland. A cold wave struck central Europe causing snow, hail, and frost across several regions, with reports of damage and unusual weather impacts.
Engine inspector Leonard Erickson and fireman Eugene Hyrnes were probably fatally injured when an explosion occurred on a locomotive at the Northwestern roundhouse in Fremont Nebraska. Investigators report uncertain cause as the men worked near the engine.
Casualties among American expeditionary forces reported by General Pershing were 2027 deaths and 342 missing in action as of June 8. Wounded numbered five hundred twenty six, and victims include officers and enlisted men. the report covers deaths in action wounds disease accidents and other causes, including prisoners held in Germany.
General Pershing directed the setting of American troops at Cantigny where Germans were driven back. The village was taken May 28 and German attempts to recapture Atbare Beet failed, with 20 or more prisoners reported among the losses.
Confirmation arrives Saturday of Lieutenant Colonel Wil Mam Webb promoted to colonel to replace Brigadier General Richard W. Young as commanding officer of the Utah regiment. The report discusses changes in diplomatic titles and representative plenipotentiaries across the Soviet and foreign missions.
Ambassador Francis prefaced by In Petrograd is reported to the state department. Other dispatches to the department describe conditions in Petrograd as bad, especially food supplies.
The war office reports a new German thrust between Mondidier and Noyou pushing about twenty miles on a front of twenty two miles with gains up to two and a half miles in some sectors. French and Armorican forces repelled attacks, inflicting heavy losses as a fresh Fifth Grenadier Guards division is identified by the Americans.
Washington reports Serbia is ripe for Allied intervention with economic missions to restore order as Allied armies advance. President Wilson reportedly faces mixed signals from advisers and departments. The State Department urges strict policy toward Russia while the War Department backs a One Front approach and resists plans that could dilute France battlefield effort.
London Reuters Moscow cord telegraphs a May 31 message that Bolsheviki commissioners issued a manifesto summoning the people to wage war against the counter revolution. The transmission was delayed in due to technical issues.
San Francisco bound railroad travelers passing through Nanking province, China, receive masks to guard against a plague raging in the district, according to C. H. Loeber who arrived here Sunday.
Gutzon Borglum, famed sculptor, accuses graft profiteering pro-Germanism and inefficiency after an investigation into delays building aircraft for forces in France. Two German submarines sighted off Virginia coast about sixty miles out by two scout aviators. reports arrive from reliable parties.
A historic notice prohibits whistling on the Pennsylvania Railroad eastern lines except for proper signals during troop movements. The rule aims to prevent disruption while maintaining official signaling for train operations.
Chair Hurley in a Notre Dame address outlines a 1920s shipbuilding program to create the largest merchant fleet ever, valued at over five billion dollars, with weekly U S steamer service linking the United States with South and Central America and bridging the Pacific to Japan, Russia, China, and Australia. The plan aims to boost global trade and uphold liberty and justice, serving humanity without domination.
Washington dispatch reports more than 700000 American troops have sailed overseas to support France and Rochambeau in a farewell ceremony at the Washington Monument. War Secretary Baker announced earlier that about 500000 men had departed for the front as French officials and ambassadors observed.
Washington announces a drastic program to reduce fuel allocation for non war industries. Automakers face a 25 percent cut in coal quantity for August. Further details on other industries remain undisclosed as shortages loom next winter.
Sumter King of Utah introduced a resolution Monday urging the United States to send force to Russia. He advocates acting with allies including Japan and China to help Russian people expel German military power.
Proposal to organize the director of altered production of a government corporation to direct aircraft and equipment production. Discussion led by Chair Mr Chamberlain of the sortie military committee.
Former Governor Janes E Ferguson, renewed from office amid impeachment moves, was named as the Democratic candidate for governor by the party committee. A Washington proposal seeks wartime prohibition as an amendment to the emergency agricultural bill. Nebraska projects a wheat crop 50 to 55 million bushels, higher than government estimates of 43 million.
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