French Penetrate Deep Along Soissons Front, 6 Miles
French forces smash German lines along a six mile front northeast of Soissons and push to depths of two and one fifth miles. Petain completes an advance toward Laon, a key rail center, while high ground near Pargny Filain falls and French lines extend to cover the Ailette river area.
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Soissons
Associated Press
Petain
Laon
Chavignon
Pargny Filain
Ailette
Chavunson
Day Declared Holiday for Liberty Loan Drive
The nation proclaims a holiday as Americans join the liberty loan effort. Governors and the president lead the drive with a suspension of trade and millions released from tasks to boost contributions. Reports show high intensity in the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Advate
First War Ration Sets Sugar Limits in Retail
New York reports the first wartime rationing act took effect today. Retailers limit sugar sales to two to five pounds per customer at ten and eleven cents per pound, aiming to curb shortages during the wartime period.
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New York
Verdun veteran Ceemin og Promigee cited for emblematic sufferings
Ceemin og Promigee, a Verdun veteran, is noted for enduring hardships linked to the battle relics and the lingering scars of war. The report highlights his prolonged ordeal and public acknowledgment of his sacrifice.
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Ceemin
Promigee
Prince Low
Verdun
French Take Many Prisoners After Northeast Soissons Action
Paris Oct 24 Associated Press reports the French captured a large number of prisoners in an attack northeast of Soissons. The war office announced the total had reached eight thousand.
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Associated Press
Paris
Soisnon
War Office
German Chancellor Michaelis Hands Portfolio to Emperor
London dispatches state that Dr Geo Michaelis the German imperial chancellor has placed his portfolio in the hands of Emperor William following Amsterdam reports distributed by the wire service.
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DR. Michaelis
Wv Associated Press
London
Geo, Michaelis
William
Amsterdam
Ean Prena
McDonald Named Federal Fuel Administrator for New Mexico
Former governor McDonald of New Mexico is appointed by the federal government as fuel administrator. The announcement was made in the Laemeretal club rooms on October 2, 1924, amid a reception noting the new post and its expected impact on local energy supply.
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Wedonald
New Mexico
Perecletes Ieee Meninges
McDonald
Emperor William Returns to Berlin to Address Political Crisis
Emperor William returns to Berlin to deal with a political crisis affecting the chancellorship. Conservatives and Socialists pledge to voice their unfavorable opinion on Von Bülow if asked by the emperor.
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Emperor William
Berlin
Agen
Odt
Wil
Copenhagen
Kam
William
von Buclow
German Withdraw Troops Between Gulf of Riga and Dvina
Berlin reports a wide front withdrawal of German troops between the Gulf of Riga and the Dvina with no interruption by the enemy. One withdrawal occurred Sunday night. National capital will be dry on November first.
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Gulf of Riga
Dvina
Associated
Preas
Berlin
Army Ra
National Capital
Mire Pru Bays Cadillac Agents Featured
In Rowwell News a note mentions Mrs Frank Pru Batur dey from Cox and autos, highlighting agents and local dealership activity.
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Mire
Pru
Cadillac
Frank Pru
Baturdey
Cox and
Rowwell News
Day of Prayer Proclamation by the President
President Wilson proclaims Sunday October 28 as a day of prayer for divine aid in the war effort. The measure follows a congressional resolution urging a national day of supplication to support liberty and arms success. The proclamation calls on the people to turn to God in faith and seek renewed boldness in defending constitutional aims.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress
United States
Pershing Guides Troops Under Fire At Aisne Front
American forces under General Pershing pressed into the second German trench line near the Aisne front in France. Pershing traveled through front lines amid heavy shelling, entering the first and then the second line of captured trenches before continuing. His calm demeanor drew praise from French commanders.
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Pershing Goers
Associated Press
France
Cehing Arene
Aisne
Pershing Frat
Pershing
Germans Renew Offensive on Italian Front In World War II Era
Berlin reports a German Austrian offensive on the Italian front has captured the leading Italian positions near Fliteh and Tolmino and areas of the Bainzizan plateau. Rome notes Austrians concentrate forces for a major offensive with many German troops involved.
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Associated Press
Berlin
Fliteh
Tolmino
Bainsizan
Rome
Proclamation Urges National Day of Prayer and Supplication
President Woodrow Wilson calls October 28 the last Sunday of the month a day for prayer and supplication for all people. He asks citizens to observe the day across faiths in solemn prayer, hoping for divine blessing on the nation’s high task and efforts.
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Woodrow Wilson
United States
Congress
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