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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1918
Page
2
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A wartime note warns Americans not to overextend against concentrated forces. It praises American losses and urges caution, avoiding reckless dashes while defending against overwhelming odds. It mentions engagements near Fere-en-Tardenois with the Fourth division repelling aaa guard regiments.
In Senate discussions a resolution asks War Secretary for views on whether changing draft terms to allow new volunteers or transfers to volunteer regiments would affect the service. Senator Johnson notes draft law changes and equalities in physical requirements as investigators weigh volunteer enlistments under the draft.
Senator Nelson defended the provost marshal amid calls to ban volunteering. He cited marine corps enlistment of youths under 21 and argued younger men make better soldiers, urging the draft remain at 18 to 21 years. He warned against delaying and cautioned about inflated sentimental views on letting boys volunteer.
Analyzes Turkey’s stance in the war, noting wavering allegiance between the Central Powers and Entente. Discusses German influence, naval pressure near Constantinople, and the risk if Turkey shifts sides, with Habsburg and Berlin pressures shaping strategic options.
The report urges avoiding a decisive clash as both sides fight near equal strength. It notes American forces are stretched and German numbers remain strong. The text argues delaying a major engagement favors the Allies until German rivers and lines are tested, suggesting continued stalemate.
The text argues for a sustained Allied offensive against Germany only while the balance of force favors the Allies, emphasizing minimizing Allied casualties, delaying a German breakthrough, and regaining territory as secondary to killing German troops. It references Foch, war materials, and a French front readiness around 2,600,000 men.
A fragmented wartime column projects large U S troop levels overseas through 1919 and beyond. It predicts 6 000 000 Americans in uniform by war end and discusses the promise of land grants when soldiers return, while posing questions about those who did not serve.
An military critic telegraphs from Monday predicting possible capture of a German retreating unit in the Pereen Tardenois to Villeen Tarde nois sector. The report notes jammed German lines and intensified Allied attacks along the Tran deht flank as evidence of growing pressure on the enemy.
The article notes German rearguard forces, largely Prussian regiments, fighting to delay Allied advances as Crown Prince troops retreat from the Marne region. It suggests the Germans are forming a solid defensive line north of the Oureg while the Allies threaten to pocket Prince’s army. An eventual halt to the Allied offensive is anticipated within 24 hours, followed by possible counterattacks.
An advertisement claims a simple, harmless preparation removes catarrhal mucus from the intestinal tract and soothes inflammation causing stomach and liver ailments. The author says years of doctoring failed, spent thousands, and a single dose convinced them, with a money-back guarantee offered by McIntyre Drug Co and druggists.
President Wilson met with AFL leader Samuel Gompers on July 29 to discuss proposed child labor legislation as a substitute for the court ruling. Gompers said Wilson stressed urgency for protecting children during the war years, with a bill expected to be introduced in Congress after adjournment.
Paris reports highly violent clashes along the entire northern Marne front as German forces press in. Scottish troops seize a perk and chateau near Buzeney and hold ground amid repeated enemy attempts. Allied units advance at several points including Grand Vozoy, Cugoy, and areas west of Bugny and St. Waphalse.
An odd era advertisement mocks aging women fears while promoting a dubious health tonic. It warns about kidney issues and uric acid, touting capsules as a cure and declaring many fakes exist. A fragment about two brothers running a western town store appears.
The piece rails at the Kaiser with venomous wartime imagery. It envisions endless torment and exile for the enemy ruler, including gas, ground glass, and public shaming, voiced through a provocative mock-epic monologue urging his violent fate. The work blends satire with graphic wartime vengeance and nationalist fury.
A revival scene shows a nun urging Jake to join the church, praising its comfort and community. Jake questions and another speaker, possibly his father, weighs the choice, suggesting it may be the best path despite uncertainties.
Fourfold measures in a firm to weigh wool as workers prepare bales. Unclear context but notes on wool handling indicate an industrial setting and potential trade activity. Names, dates, or organizations are not discernible from the fragment.
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