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Newspaper
The Evening Press
Location
Middletown, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1918
Page
5
American forces are described as appearing across multiple fronts. Marines aid patrols in Vladivostok and Siberia while contingents are noted along the large front in France and in Italy, illustrating a broad, if wartime, global deployment.
The July 15 report says German forces attacked from Chateau Thierry to Main de Mas Signes in Champagne, meeting strong Allied resistance. Despite violent artillery and gas, their advance was limited with heavy sacrifices as Allied troops held the line and continued the battle across an 80 kilometer front.
London reports July 15 that German forces renewed a major offensive along a broad front between Chateau Thierry and Rheims, attacking both sides of Rheims to seize high ground and threaten the flanks. Battles spread 30 miles from Chateau Thierry to southeast of Rheims and 25 miles east of Rheims toward Prunay and Maison de Champagne.
British troops improved positions south of Vilbrettenneux on the Picardy front and took prisoners. A raid occurred near the Ayette river sector while artillery activity was reported around Dickebusch on the Flanders front. Sundays operations east of Dickebusch were described as completely successful with ground gained.
Carl Edward Schroers a 36 year old German reservist was ordered interned for the war and deported after, following parole violation. He was arrested after justice officials investigated reports he roamed nights whispering in German in saloons and clubs. He had been jailed two months earlier while bartending but claimed he wished to become a real American. He worked in an English owned fabric mill while posing as a bartender.
Philadelphia July 15 RD Clark a department of justice agent investigating irregularities charged against district board No 4 was dismissed by the president pending a new inquiry. Clark was threatened by telephone to lay off or be shot. He notified the jury and began tracing the call.
Mme Botcharjova commander of the Russian Battalion of Death arrived in Washington with about 100 supporters including senators. She urged sending 100000 soldiers to Russia and declared she had brought help in the form of relief and support for her people.
Bardinells of 15 Portland learn from the War Department that son Bardinella, reported in action, is now said to be slightly gassed while with his company. The family awaits further details as the message arrives.
Rev Thomas Beussel a German Lutheran pastor from Bristol is on trial in Hartford before Judge Howe and a jury on a sedition charge. Miss Leonore Murphy of Boston testified that at a May 23 dinner at Heublein Hotel Beussel denounced the United States and claimed American soldiers were not loyal and could be bought for five dollars.
Constable Thomas F Griffin placed an attachment of 2500 dollars against the saloon of John Kulak and Co at the Main and College street corner last Saturday afternoon, halting operations. Former proprietor A M Caldwell sold to new owners. suit via Lawyer William J Coughlin heads to the superior court in September term.
Rev. Joseph W. Barry assistant pastor at St Johns church for 14 years is transferred to St Marys church in New Britain and will begin duties there on Thursday. He came from Derby and studied at Niagara University and Rome before serving in this city.
Senator Gore of Oklahoma denounced the presidents veto of a 2.40 wheat amendment tied to the agricultural appropriation bill and warned that a Republican takeover of the next house could hinge on that veto. The remarks were interrupted by Senator Ashurst of Arizona with a point of order, sustained after appeals from other senators. Senator Bankhead chaired as the senate adjourned.
Amsterdam July 15 German independent socialist deputy Herr Geyer bitterly attacked the military party at the final Reichstag sitting in Berlin saying the war was never definite but for imperialism He charged the party enforced a peace of violence on Russia and Roumania.
Washington July 15 the railroad administration ordered an increase of four and a half cents per 10 pounds on petroleum oil carloads retroactive to May 25 this year. The change does not affect the May 25 classifications in the south and west.
Four firemen were overcome in a downtown St. Louis blaze that damaged the Miles Millinery Co building for about 15000 dollars. A steel worker climbed a rain pipe to reach the roof of an adjoining building and guided the firefighters to safety.
Washington July 15 Speaker Clark signed the wire central resolution at 12 13 p m immediately after the prayer and Journal reading in the house this afternoon in a formal ceremony setting the measure on the congressional record
London dispatch reports American and British forces landed on the Murman coast at Kem and advance toward Suroki. Bolshevik control reportedly withdrawn to Nirok as allied commander appeals for help against Germany. US officials caution on the reports amid ongoing policy consultations.
The House, aligning with the Senate, agreed to a three day recess pattern through August 19. Majority Leader Claude Kitchin presented the formal plan, and debate consumed the final hour before passage. Members will meet Mondays and Thursdays and adjourn after the prayer and journal reading. water power bill retains current status prior to the recess.
A rear end trolley collision in Hartford Connecticut yesterday injured nearly twenty people though none died. The worst injuries were to Mrs Anson S Hopkins who broke several ribs, and to Mrs Theresa Nelson and conductor Charles Gaines who suffered cuts and bruises. Authorities attributed the crash to brakes failing on the colliding car.
Thieves broke into the First National Bank, the local post office, and the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad station in Suffield Conn during Saturday night. A preliminary inventory shows stolen goods totaling no more than $200. Entry was by prying open a window. safes at the bank and post office were not opened.
Senator Harry S. New of Indiana lauded the aircraft disclosures made a little more than a month ago. He said those disclosures have spurred results and moved the nation toward quantity production during the war.
London reports July 15 that Austria-Hungary and Germany will soon engage in peace negotiations. A Zurich Daily News correspondent says the entire peace outlook will be explored. The Belgian statement was reportedly compelled by Count Hertling due to the need for peace.
New York reports the vaudeville comedian Joe Welch died suddenly at Green Farms sanitarium near Westport Connecticut. He had been ill with nervous disorders and had been hospitalized for five weeks. Welch had not performed for about a year.
A shuttle train of two cars crashed into an elevated bumper outside North station on Atlantic avenue injuring more than a dozen people. Reports say brakes failed to operate as the crowded car stopped abruptly near the moment of impact.
John OD ovnear, the United States minister to Bolivia, died in La Paz on Saturday, a state department update disclosed. The brief notice confirms the death but provides limited additional detail.
Vincenzo Magnano owner of the Lighthouse property at the foot of Center street was fined $10 and costs in city court for failure to obey the city health officer and discontinue using a well on his premises. He sank artesian wells after rising water bills and used both. tests showed water not up to legal standards. Magnano appealed after pleading not guilty. Bonds were set at $100. Other matters included judgments on a wife assault case and a barge captain ordered to pay court costs after a rampage incident.
A Hartford Courant editorial urges lawyers defending foreigners charged under espionage laws to balance legal duties with patriotism. It calls for fair trials and impartial courts while rejecting delays, red tape, or tactics that harm public safety, warning that retaining fees should not corrupt a lawyer’s civic character.
Five months earlier Senator Hitchcock dismissed Secretary Baker’s claim of 1,000,000 American soldiers in France by year end as a wild exaggeration and a preposterous bluff. Senator Chamberlain warned the War Department nearly ceasing to function, while Col Roosevelt rushed to Washington to stir dissension. Now Baker, portrayed as modest and efficient, seeks to vindicate himself against those four flashers who misread winter fear. History will note the antics of lilliputian senators as a diverting wartime feature.
An erratic river episode drew hundreds to the Connecticut riverfront as barge No. 7 steered by Dennis Burns drifted toward Hartford. The captain, who blew a fish horn, ignored police orders and left his sleeping three month old baby aboard. After a chase by a helper boat and a crew rescue, the barge was tied to a quarry dock and Burns faced a hearing. The baby was returned safely to Mrs. Burns at the Portland dock.
A Duluth Herald reflection urges true wartime thrift. Uncle Sam asks Americans to save through War Saving Stamps and Liberty Bonds, not for glory but to fund the war and prepare for postwar needs. The piece laments bragging and urges modest, disciplined saving for individuals and the nation.
Lead dull with spot and July at 8.05 bid. Spelter dull with East St Louis spot and futures for August September and October ranging 8.50 to 8.60. Some men can't screw their courage up without a corkscrew.
A dispatch from Amsterdam reports General von Hindenburg died at German Great Headquarters after a stormy interview with the Kaiser. The German military leader had been ill for several days and death was caused by brain congestion.
Stock quotations from Richter and Company bankers and brokers members of the New York Stock Exchange located on Central Row Hartford Connecticut detail latest market activity. The report lists prices bids and offers across multiple issues with notable movements in equities and bonds reflected for local investors and clients.
Stock market in New York July 15 opened with widespread selling in small lots, led by fears of a German offensive. Major issues fell early with American Sumatra, Steel common, Reading, and Mexican Petroleum amongweak performers. Afternoon trading turned firmer as several issues rebounded, but overall totals showed 478,700 shares changing hands. Grain prices in Chicago also rose, corn closing 21-2 to 23-4 cents higher.
Washington July 15 discussion in centre committee on a padlock clause to bar changes in tax measures before enactment. Prof Fram W Taussig explains the method used in England and Canada, noting bonds may be required of importers and producers to guarantee payment. Supporters call it preparedness legislation to lock in provisions for the next revenue measure.
Eastern bag ball league representatives met today in New Haven to decide whether to abandon the season or continue play. Few club officers attended and none would forecast prospects before the meeting concluded late this afternoon. Chairman Thomas O'Brien said the meeting was ongoing and would not conclude until later.
Chief of Police A W Inglis departed for the State Police Association convention in London. Policeman Addison T man, vice president of the association, will travel tomorrow morning. Coal shipments mostly originate from Perth Amboy New Jersey and last week a large cargo was landed at the Essex wharf for Pratt Bros. Firewood was reportedly brought to Connecticut, a first for such a route.
The Followers of Zion Club hosted a Service Flag dedication Sunday at noon for 21 synagogue members now serving in the armed forces. Mayor Arthur V. McDowell gave an address with N. J. Neietz of Ford among speakers. A memorial service honored the late Dr. Hertzel, founder of Zionist movement.
The Portland Press argues the tax law, drafted hastily by Representative Kitchin, is unfair and punitive to big business while failing to raise reliable revenue. It claims ignorance of business needs, widespread inequalities, and calls for a revised bill fair to all with improved expertise.
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