15 Jun 1918
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Newspaper
Tonopah Daily Bonanza
Location
Tonopah, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1918
Page
1
Annunctated prenat SAN PRANCIECO June 15. New rules take effect immediately restricting male of sugar to two pounds at one time and five pounds per month in rural districts. California Food Administration cites critical shortages and war-time needs as justification.
Authorities attacked the residence of Frans Bopp, former German consul general, accusing him of involvement in a Hindu conspiracy against a friendly power. The raid targets his home as part of an ongoing crackdown.
General Marek announced 800000 American troops in France with limited sailing due to shipping. He said the Allied front extension from Rheims to the Somme required faster deployment, and capturing channel ports would ease English logistics and reduce risks for troop movements toward Paris.
American batteries last night hurled gas shells into German lines near Chateau Thierry. The assault followed a German attack, with Allied retaliation and counterfire shaping a tense frontline action.
Southern writers asked Secretary Lap to investigate reports that China would allow Japan to control its tobacco market through negotiations. They claim the United States could lose access to about $10,000,000 in tobacco business with China.
General Crowder told the military committee that about 20,000 Americans would be drafted under a proposed extension of the age limit. He said an age increase would be needed to prevent a manpower shortage in the draft.
American bomber crews attacked near Dommary while German fighters tried to challenge air superiority. A lively American air strike forced enemy planes to retreat after bomb runs on a railway junction and nearby factory area.
London report states Cossack forces gain ground against the Soviet government in Beria and the Urals. A Moscow dispatch dated June 16 notes operations from June 1 through June 10 with occupation of Bsamare and rapid advance toward Ouffa.
June 18 The state road commission appointed H. G. Butler, assistant chief of the engineers' commission, power administrator of California, giving direct control of power industry interests in war work.
The grand chapter of the Order of Lantern Star elected Minn Boho jlader as worthy grand matron in Reno and Jon Fant as grand patron in Lovelock. Mra Oline Stewart was named associate grand matron from Tonopah, Sitae KL Ross associate grand patron from Reno, Mary E. Talbot grand secretary from Virginia City, and Mary Bell Park Las Vegas as conductress. A banquet will close the ceremonies and weeklong events in Manonie history.
Amsterdam dispatch reports heavy damage in Lviv the Ukrainian capital as a series of eight to twelve explosions hit munition works. Rumors circulate that Bolshevik intrigues caused the blasts during ongoing unrest in Ukraine.
Reports from the northeastern corner of the Front near Villers Cotterets indicate no infantry actions on either side during wartime hours ending at noon. Allied units and the French army focus on improvements to their line amid quiet conditions.
Casualty details list Marines killed and wounded including Privates Sousa of Oakland and Strange of Selma. Army losses: eight killed in action including Private Piggins of Stockton, ten wounded severely including Robert Riordan of Oakland, four with undetermined degree injuries. Private Landecker of San Francisco among severely wounded.
London dispatch reports private agency sources claiming grave events loom in Austria as Vienna population presses for peace at any price. A rumor circulated from Amsterdam that voting has begun in Vienna.
London June 15 Charles Alfred Vernon said to work in the ministry of munitions was charged in police court with aiding Sir Joseph Jonas former Lord Mayor of Sheffield. Jonas recently arrested charged with communicating information useful to the enemy.
The Erith steamer Keemun arrived at Atlantic port today reportedly undamaged after a battle with a U-boat off Virginia. The ship withstood an hour long running fight and escaped due to superior speed, evading the Seacea shelling.
The Great Western mine planned to resume pumping Tuesday morning and accelerate development to recover lost time after a year’s outage caused by power issues. Nevada California Power’s auxiliary steam plant increased output by 185 percent, delivering 500 kilowatts vs 400 designed. A four hour test will follow before dewatering orders are issued and 20 men engaged.
Oakland reports a mother aiming at an intruder shot her infant daughter Rose Binder aged 18 months during a home intrusion attempt. Police say the child was struck in the kiss area but remained alive and stable as investigators review evidence and interview witnesses.
Reuter’s London correspondent reports American troops are seen as superior to German forces. The piece notes Germans face stronger opponents from the American army and highlights Secretary Baker’s promise of a large, rapid influx of American troops, including those of German descent, viewed as capable soldiers.
More than 400 arrests have been made in connection with the anti Soviet govern eye plot in Moscow. Among those detained are M Koshkin minister of public welfare in the Kerensky cabinet and M Malyantovitch minister of Justice in the Kerensky cabinet.
H A Kruger, convicted of murdering John McWilliams, was sentenced by Judge Averill to not less than ten years in the state penitentiary. Kruger remained motionless during sentencing. He will be taken to Carson City tomorrow morning by Sheriff Thomas, accompanied by the temydaroid sem, who will be surrendered to the state orphans' home.
Paris June 16 Sergeant David Putnam of Brookline Massachusetts reports five German planes downed on June 10. Three victories are official with two under investigation. full credit would move Putnam ahead of Frank Baylies as the American ace of Aces.
Dr Francis Nash medical director of the navy was fined $1000 for unlawfully hoarding fondant food. The charge against his wife was dismissed.
Fire destroyed the Pacific Steamship Company's steamer Ravallen en route to Alaskan points. The vessel burned to the water's edge after catching fire. Passengers and crew landed safely at a Pacific port.
Japanese marines were landed at Swatow a treaty port of China and sugar industry hub on June 13 due to disturbed conditions, an official announcement said. The move marks a rare entry of Japanese forces into Shantung China amid tensions.
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