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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1918
Page
7
Across the western front, Austro-Hungarian forces withdrew after a fierce bombardment and counterattacks near Monte Corno, suffering heavy losses. Artillery and patrol activity continued in Somme and Picardy sectors as Allied forces press to stem renewed German offensives.
London May 1 reports from British officers suggest the German field marshal von Hindenburg is dead, with references to General von Mackensen as a potential new figure of victory. The Daily Express notes rumors amid the Western Front campaign, while questioning the status of the great offensive's outcome.
Waukesha Wisconsin May 12 opening statements mark the start of the trial of Grace Lusk a school teacher charged with the slaying of Mrs. Mary Newman Roberts wife of Dr. David Roberts Attorneys preview a clash of psychologists and alienists over a personal code found in letters from Lusk to Mrs Roberts The letters indicate a triangled affair and a harsh view of marriage as the trial unfolds before a jury of farmers
Distinguished clergymen from across the United States arrive in Columbus for the 188th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America to open in ten days with pre assembly conferences set for tomorrow and Wednesday. Fighting on the Italian front and Austro Hungarian turmoil dominate the day’s dispatches with Italian gains on Monte Corno and Col de Grso noted and Emperor Charles reportedly leading fresh efforts as political tensions rise in central Europe. Baron Courtney dies in London after a long career as an economist and deputy speaker.
Chicago May 13 Letters seized from the private head of brandhe office ers of the industrial Workers of the World committing statements to the antiwar campaign were introduced by the prosecution today at the sedition trial of 122 leaders of the organization. The letters, to prove government charges of conspiracy, report attempts to block war plans and show factory gains. One letter to Albert Proshney of Scranton Pa. notes a grand drive and urges strikes in Pennsylvania. A letter from Prashney to Warshawsky references clashes with authorities in Everett Wash and mentions plans to send a wreath of poison ivy to Nick Dillon’s grave if he dies.
Washington May 19 Secretary Hollister of the Democratic national committee and Arthur T. Mullen Nebraska Democrat remind that soldiers overseas may vote in the congressional elections under new army regulations. Those abroad retain voting rights while citizens abroad are denied. The president must review reputations before approval, given many servicemen abroad and potential state impacts from their ballots.
Amsterdam May 33 Telegram from King Ludwig of Bavaria on ending hostilities with Rome. Emperor William expresses unity and belief that Almighty guidance will lead to victory and long, peaceful rewards for the brave and faithful. Also reports A P Man Dies Poston John W Murphy of Jacaima Plains Mass. listed among casualties. former messenger in Whaton office for AP.
London reports in the Daily Telegraph on the Anglo Japanese alliance and mutual duties. It notes Japan must act decisively to defend allied interests in the Far East against Bolshevik influence and USSR dangers, with Kremlin restraint supported by Tokyo and Terauchi as a shared stance.
Washington May 1 A policy dispute over when to deploy American forces in France surfaces in dispatches from Ottawa citing British cabinet advice. Secretary Baker denies reports of delayed action, stating American troops are in battle and advancing with General Pershing’s consent. A split plan debate centers on using troops as they arrive for a continuous counteroffensive versus withholding until full organization and equipment are ready.
A wartime briefing discusses Allied plans to rush American troops to Europe, with British and French coordination and doubts among officials. It notes a new American aid policy, ongoing drafts, and the potential deployment of heavy artillery as strategists differ on timing and execution. The article mentions General Foch and British leaders, with cautious confidence in American mobilization.
In France on May 18 American scouts engaged German forces at Lunesville point. The action left several Americans dead or wounded as the squad repelled the attack and captured German codes and documents. Reinforcements arrived as rain began, and the unit withdrew with enemy casualties noted.
Paris May 5 German submarine warfare effectiveness is declining though the minister of marine says the situation remains favorable. Leygues cited rising Allied sinkings in early 1917 and noted increased losses of enemy submarines while asserting continued Allied coordination and new methods. He warned against slackening efforts as Germany introduces more submarines and presses a fresh offensive.
Washington May 13 The ward department plans to honor soldiers in the service by an administration bill proposing medals for merit and distinguished service. The measure would allow army commanders in the field to award decorations including a medal of honor a distinguished service cross and a service badge. The bill also calls for an added insignia and a $2 monthly pay raise for each decoration earned by enlisted men.
May 13 report lists graduates of the third training camp at Camp Dix New Jersey. Names include Gerald San Frantinco Cal Mastin William G Bath Lala City Uh Minott Josep A Portland Ore Runyon Stanley T San Francisco Cal Schaffer John W Vancouver ALS Sm Kenneth Los Angeles Cal Sweeney Morgan J Salt Lake City Utah. Fick artillery Major Percival Los Angeles Cal.
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