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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1918
Page
1
After more than a week of action in the Senate Committee of Agriculture begins hearings on the meat question. Testimony may show effects of an order from a new point.
Washington March 29. Congress opened hearings on meatless days as farmers push for higher prices. Ed Lassiter, former Food Administration meat division member, testified on effects of meatless orders. A showdown over 1917 wheat pricing looms as supporters seek 2.50 per bushel for 1918, amid possible commandeering at 2.20.
United States authorities are probing a fire that wiped out Armstrong and Graham leather goods plant in Detroit. The blaze caused losses exceeding 500000 dollars, including 24009 sets of finished harness and saddlery for the U.S. Army, with delivery planned this week fueling suspicions of alien enemy involvement.
Washington declares a daily bread limit of five slices per person, totaling about a pound and a half per week per family. The Food Administration cites military necessity and promises enforcement if voluntary observance fails to conserve wheat for a 50 percent Allied shipment.
Kansas City ties up as 15,000 laborers join a citywide sympathy strike aimed at pressuring the Laundry Owners' association to settle with workers. Streetcars idle across Kansas, Missouri, and adjacent areas. Authorities prepare to clamp down if violence erupts. Federal mediators report progress toward a quick settlement.
Quebec City police and Dominion police clashed with a mob opposing the arrest of deserters evading the military service act. The two forces forced their way to the police station and secured their prisoners amid ongoing street fighting.
Army officers in Washington have been warned to speak cautiously about current plans to avoid leaking information. The instruction emphasizes restraint, noting that much hinges on outcomes and stressing that fewer comments now may prevent harmful disclosures.
Washington dispatch reports the French reserve army pressing into the German salient near Oyonnay as War Council plans keep tight lips. General Foch is praised as an unmatched strategist, with German air reinforcements signaling intensified efforts. Officials warn against revealing operational details, stressing tenad vital future developments.
American troops in France await what may be the decisive clash of the war. Gunners discuss loading as battle looms, doughboys clip battlefield maps, and patrols cross No Man’s Land near Toul to verify German positions and gather vital intelligence.
Major General J Franklin Bell, commander of the 77th Division, just back from France, testifies before the Senate committee about sensational disclosures on the giant Picardy battlefront. The front reportedly extends ninety miles as British forces conduct withdrawals planned amid ongoing operations against the Huns.
Washington March 29 Gen J Franklin Bell commander of the 77th Division recently back from France told the Senate military affairs committee that the British withdrawal in the German drive was prearranged and morale among American British and French troops was excellent There was no fear of the German push among front line troops though rear area non combatants and some press representatives showed pessimism He suggested generals should be able to travel to the trenches and noted that age is a factor with examples like Von Moltke Joffre Hindenburg Ludendorff and Mackensen referred to as creptions
British make gains in a counter attack north of the Somme while French forces seize Mouchel and hold the ground gained yesterday near Montdidier. General Bell testifies to the senate military committee that Allied retirement was fixed in advance and has ended.
Across Picardy Anglo French forces extend front north of the Somme as French and British troops recapture ground and take prisoners. General Pershing offers the American army to assist the French in the great battle, with Clemenceau present at headquarters and Foch discussed as supreme commander.
Washington March 29 Twelve billion dollars will be the total authorization in the new bond issue bill to be presented in the House tomorrow by Ways and Means Chairman Kitchin. The bill received finished touches from the committee today surprising members of both houses. Earlier estimates had pegged the total at eight to ten billion.
The Fourth District Federal Reserve directors set a minimum Liberty Loan bond quota of 300 million dollars matching the last issue. Washington reports mobilization of the nation’s financial forces “full speed ahead” as the 12 member committee leads the drive amid over subscription figures.
Advices received by the War Department and the British and French military missions emphasize the belief that there will be no further withdrawals. The reporte code stresses a firm stance against retreat and signals continued Allied resolve amid ongoing operations.
Washington reports allied lines in Picardy holding with no general retreat anticipated. American forces in France expected to take a leading role in a forthcoming counter offensive, Pershing in touch with Foch for command of reserves, while air squadrons of Britain and France drive success. Paris notes officers and soldiers drawn to the front, and Washington forecasts fair weather.
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