09 Apr 1918
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1918
Page
1
German forces renew pressure east of Ameins against Allied lines with continued attacks across sectors north of the front. The fighting persists as commanders seek to hold positions and repel breakthroughs amid heavy artillery and troop movements.
London reports describe continuous violent bombardment along the Picardy front from La Bassee canal to Armen tiere with German artillery active near Villers-Bretenneux and Merricourt L'Abbe. French and British lines endure heavy duels north of Montdidier and along the Oise sector as Paris learns the long range gun location near Crepy is being bombarded.
Representative Adolph J. Sabath of Chicago revealed he married Miss May Fuerst of Chicago on New Year's Eve in a secret ceremony at South Bend Indiana. Sabath feared being kidded by his many Chicago clubs and lodges, keeping the union hidden for months. Mrs. Sabath arrived in Washington today, daughter of Otto Fuerst longtime Chicago Bohemian newspaper editor and Czech Slovak regiment organizer.
Washington April 9 Senator Fordney of Michigan Republican on the ways and means committee bitterly attacked the federal farm bill as a squander of the people's money raised by taxation claiming it is a failure and often fraudulently run He cited missing reports on Liberty loan details overspending in 1916 and dubious loans to men lacking security and knowledge Fordney charged board members with socialistic tenden cies favoring government ownership and criticized bond investments and high interest costs.
New York April 9 Federal authorities hold Max Freundenheim who claims Austrian status on charges of spreading German propaganda to Black residents. Officials say he posed as an insurance agent and planned threats to kill an elderly Harlem woman who allegedly informed on him, prompting his arrest and pending interment proceedings.
London April 9 Clearing weather intensifies aerial activity in Picardy battle. Warm sunshine spurs wildflowers to bloom on parts of fields not yet fully devastated by fighting.
Senator Borah of Idaho launches a formidable campaign in the Senate to abolish the Postmaster General's control over the nation's press. The push aims to curb government power over communications and free the press from federal censorship.
Washington April 9 a bold move in Congress seeks to revoke postmaster general Burlesons authority to deny mailing rights to newspapers and magazines. Senator Borah proposes repeal of espionage act sections, shifting control to federal courts under sedition laws, while defending free speech and press amid war.
Parsons Kansas April 9 Letters found on John Fischer a German jailed thirty days and fined 100 dollars for possessing liquor are under investigation by county officials and federal agents The letters from his sister in New Jersey describe German arms success and a destroyed munition plant valued at a million dollars suggesting an attempted arson on another munition plant Fischer a railroad shop employee was arrested on a train from Joplin Missouri with liquor in his possession
Chicago on April 9 saw more than 200 restaurant owners approve a new wage scale for 4,200 waiters and waitresses and cooks and other employees. The Hotel and Restaurant Employes Union led the move, setting updated pay rules across the local industry.
London April 9 Premier Lila d George warns the British public that Germany is preparing a larger blow in the Picardy battle in France. He spoke in the House of Commons before introducing a manpower bill to raise military age, promising new sacrifices under the measure. He cited Allied unity under Gen Foch as generalissimo and clarified British unit locations across Salonika Mesopotamia and Egypt Palestine.
General Foch celebrated for parrying blows with small forces and saving lives through ingenuity. The article notes Allied readiness to engage the enemy in renewed exchanges, highlighting leadership under difficult odds and tactical resourcefulness.
British and French airmen report German forces massing east and south of Arras as infantry pressure intensifies along a 100 mile front. German war office claims fresh gains near Coucy while French and British notices describe heavy fighting north of the Ailette and Bucquoy area as Picardy’s battle rages.
White House sources intimated that the casualty list of the American Overseas Force will again be published following Secretary Baker's return from France. The announcement signals renewed publication of the list as the war update resumes.
Washington April 9 The White House signals a restructuring of the War Department after Secretary Baker’s return from France. Plans call for a detailed program for Assistant Secretaries Crowell Stettinius and Keppel and for placing Howard E Coffin at the war cabinet as head of the aircraft board. Coffin is viewed as valuable for future duties.
Washington April 9 The Administration again has called upon Julius Kahn Republican to read the right for enactment of draft legislation in the House. Kahn led the fight for passage of the original selective draft law a year ago when Chairman Dent of the House military affairs committee declined to be administration spokesman. The new draft quota bill faces opposition and will come up for consideration.
Chicago reports four men have confessed to the December 13 LaGrange Bank robbery in LaGrange Illinois, taking $46 730. A fifth member is to be arrested today. Police also seek four other robbers from a separate gang who robbed the robbers. Most of the money remains unrecovered. The Hartford Insurance Company paid the loss of 46 730.
Ottawa reports the Canadian government asked imperial authorities to stop granting titles of nobility and to halt hereditary titles for Canadian subjects. Premier Sir Robert Borden announced the move, signaling a shift in imperial honors policy.
American patrol on the Lorraine front repulsed German night raids leaving one German dead and other soldiers routed. Americans retrieved the body under fire in trench lines and found unit details on the enemy. A German attack near Toul sparked weeks of heavy artillery exchanges as rain hindered harassment efforts.
Washington bill proposes settling vast United States trade balances with silver bullion instead of gold by melting 250 million silver dollars and retiring silver certificates in exchange for one and two dollar federal reserve notes secured by one year gold note deposits. The plan aims to conserve gold, stabilize silver prices, and boost subsidiary coinage for commerce.
London April 9 Prime Minister Lloyd George said Americans could decide the outcome of the Picardy battle as manpower legislation to raise the military age limit was pushed in Parliament. He urged action by President Wilson noting the Allies’ position is stabilized and powerful aid could turn the tide.
Senator Penrose of Pennsylvania created a stir in Washington on April 9 by charging that numerous government departments employ pro German sympathizers and authors of treasonable articles. He urged an amendment to remove any employee voicing disloyal sentiments.
London reports the German salient formed by the advance toward Amiens now extends about 50 miles at its base. The line runs roughly from south of Arras to the Coucy sector, with the salient’s tip near Castel about 41 miles from the old front between St Quentin and La Fere.
Government loan reporting shows heavy telegram traffic as the nation and other countries surpass all former records in subscribing to loan quotas. Officials note the surge reflects robust demand and policy impact across sectors and regions.
Washington April 9 the Treasury adopts a policy of withholding unofficial Liberty Loan figures until reports from Federal Reserve banks are correct. First accurate totals likely by week’s end as small towns show strong subscriptions while large industrial centers are slow to report. Protests from newspapers claim the move may jeopardize loan success. Continued on page eight.
Washington area forecasts a continued cold night with fair skies. Tonight remains chilly as a warmer Wednesday approaches in the southern portion, bringing a shift in temperatures and conditions.
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