02 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1918
Page
1
Interstate Commerce Committee approves provisions in the railroad measure and it will be reported first of the tests provisions. German military power attempts to crash great strike through hunger referenced in the report.
Imperial Chancellor Hertling proves powerless to invoke civil measures as munitions factories remain under martial law. Independent Socialists protest against the arrest of Herr Zigmann while labor strikes disrupt the capital. Reports describe heavy skepticism about German unity as the crisis tests the government and threatens war effort.
Fragmented wire service transcription reports a failed appeal by President Wilcona for a cooperative Congress. The piece cites Republican leaders and Senate actions, noting opposition to scheduling a vote on the president's proposals and references to aviation and military program scrutiny.
The article discusses Britain's rationing system and English sentiment on how it should have been applied, with debate on whether U S aid and faster shipment of materials could shorten the war. It notes American participation and the perceived impact of war economy measures on the Allied effort, citing official statements and public reaction.
Fragmentary OCR shows a 1918 notice from Warren Conor area about building and remodeling plans. It references hotels and restaurants to be developed or repurposed, with dates around May and a note about infrastructure work near Washington. The text is garbled but indicates construction activity and public works.
A late February report states the steamer Montreal was sunk in a collision. The vessel, near Bodday, was a steel steamer of 3 640 tons, owned by the Canadian Pacific Ocean Lines of Liverpool, with a notable crew onboard.
The fragment reports Swiss mobilization of infantry to reinforce a frontier amid unclear conditions. It mentions Alpine pulses and external units entering a tense situation labeled as the frontier defense. An order cites internal and external factors, with a noted season or period unspecified.
A fragmented OCR note reports fluctuating forecasts and a thawprediction tied to Groundhog Day. It mentions Irvine residents, weather trends, and potential warmth next week, with references to weights and shipments from Atlantic and Reus ing companies.
Pioneer boxing champion John L Sullivan dies at his Massachusetts home. The article notes his rise to fame after defeating John Mitrain to claim the title and mentions his public life and lasting impact on boxing, as well as lingering personal controversies over the years. The piece also references other boxing figures and recent deaths.
A distorted United Press report from London, attributed to George F. Kobarts, suggests major powers Germany Austria and Bulgaria plan to freehand Armenian dealings after the war through a secret treaty. The piece hints at Allied support for Turkish territorial adjustments and cites an observer’s belief in a hidden agreement shaping the postwar settlement.
General Wood, wounded at the American front, departed the hospital in France amid reports of additional injuries to accompanying officers. The returning general will continue recuperation as Allied forces consolidate gains on the front.
A New York dateline reports a war expert’s assessment of recent Allied and German actions over the last fourteen days. He notes suspected German preparations, American troop positions near Basel, and debates on whether offensive operations will unfold. He references General Pershing’s leadership, American encampments, and the strain on communications with allies as the conflict nears tense crossfire.
British expeditionary forces in Palestine reportedly advance toward Aiouciech and other northern areas as operations press forward from Jerusalem, with movements extending toward Jericho and surrounding routes. The dispatch notes renewed activity and mobility of troops amid ongoing conflict in the region.
The document reports on Allied and Entente powers mobilizing vast forces to the East. It cites speeches about seapower dependence on allies, 900000 troops to be sent, and mentions Chinese involvement and yellow fronts. It also notes restored order and potential surprise attacks affecting military posture.
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