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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1918
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports Allied lines holding at multiple points in France as German pressure slackens. American forces repeatedly probe enemy trenches, penetrating to three hundred yards in places while divisions face heavy artillery and counterattacks.
Amsterdams March 18 report notes German papers push new peace drive amid mixed reactions. Cologne Gazette and Germanic discuss wartime realities, food hopes from Russia, and caution on renewed peace talks. Drafted men in external counties face Camp Menge seating April 1 and 2 per state board notice.
Readers see repeated speculation on a forthcoming German offensive as papers publish stories about potential drives on the western front. The item notes debate over timing and strength of any new push, reflecting wartime uncertainty and press coverage.
Reports from Switzerland note concentration of German forces and rising Allied concern as autumn 1913 events loom. Analysts warn the enemy may strike now to threaten Verdun and disrupt shipping, urging decisive action before a wider advance.
A wartime report states the enemy claims sixty six Allied aircraft were shot down during the past month, a figure unverified by Allied sources. Military officials caution that enemy tallies may be inflated and stress actual losses require confirmation.
In a bitter battle over the appropriation bill Senator Gore of Ontario leads opposition to riders. The cost of these riders is an amendment fee of 3.60 wheat. President Wilson opposes the move yet Senator Gore argues to attach pension provisions for the army. The farm bill rider seeks to tax the meat paving industry and place meat packers books under department supervision. The movement’s fate hinges on Senate votes and parliamentary timing.
Washington reports charge that the Tuscania torpedoed liner crew deserted the ship without aiding passengers. Representative Steenersom proposes a naval inquiry to determine actions at sinking time, following a March 3 Sibnapalic dourhal letter claiming engineers and one other officer abandoned ship as passengers faced danger.
Cincinnati dispatch reports over 500 government horses bound for France from Camp Grant poisoned after feeding and watering at Covington Kentucky. Dozens died, with authorities fearing more casualties as an investigation unfolds amid anti German sentiment and suspected saboteurs.
The Russian Embassy in Washington breaks silence declaring its determination to continue strikes for a newly free Russia. It formally expresses gratitude for sympathy and promises support from this government.
An Army Officers Report describes Bolshevik organization work in Ras and Ukrainian agricultural districts, detailing German and Austrian advances in Ukraine and Russia. Washington reports note the ousting of Kerensky’s government and the rise of Bolshevik influence, with Soviet unity efforts and military movements along the Black Sea coast toward Crimea.
Joseph Cohen, convicted for shooting a policeman in Brooklyn, was sentenced to death by electric chair. Judge Forbert issued the order in Brooklyn jail, with execution set for May. The court record notes the act occurred in February and names the involved police officer as Patrat Mann.
Washington March 18 The state department readies action to place bunks on seventy ships to protect Dutch vessels in American waters. Ships will be taken over by a war board with naval transportation service directing, aiming for quiet, orderly turnover and completion of the plan soon. Berlin reports circulate that the Dutch government may surrender vessels, while American officials anticipate noon decisions on troop movements and ship transfers.
Washington march 28 the administration faces a jammed drive to air views on the hard fought Overman bill giving the president broad powers to reconstruct the war on the home front. Supporters say the measure, under consideration in the Senate, could pass if unity holds and enough votes align. Senator Overman leads the bill’s push, arguing for strong executive authority. opponents urge caution amid wartime needs and constitutional concerns.
New York March 18 suspected spies linked to Kaiser regime are to be deported to France. The Justice Department reports two women involved. authorities name Turkish-born De Thomens Gusliba Boville and Jane as suspects. An extensive investigation targets a money loss tied to the plan, with four business buildings and a church seized. twelve women among detainees are noted to have survived a collapse.
Washington March 1 farmers across the country call for drafts to enroll boys in the United States employment service program. States request embryo farm programs, with Indiana asking 19,000 boys for full time harvest labor. Massachusetts and Pennsylvania support a Western state draft measure to boost mine and farm labor amid upcoming canning season.
Washington reports partly cloudy conditions with a forecast of improving warmth. The brief notes a sighting context for Tuesday, indicating typical midweek patterns and travel advisories may apply for regional readers.
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