24 May 1918
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1918
Page
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In Edinburgh the British statesman pledges the government has not neglected any means toward ending the horror of war. He expresses confidence on the eve of renewed gas shell bombardments extending to North Lloyd George stresses complete victory as a compatible aim.
Edinburg Scotland May 24 Premier Lloyd George praised the unification of the army command in France and the effective use of Allied forces under General Foch. He warned of a looming German attack while noting Britain France and Italy must defend the gap until America acts. He claimed submarines are being sunk faster than the enemy and merchant ships built faster than sunk. The ceremony granting the premier the freedom of the city occurred that morning.
Salt Lake City reports the execution of Danl Deweese, a Canyon City orchardist, at 6:55 am for the September murder of his wife. He proclaimed innocence from the chair as Colorado officials and senators failed to save him. An insanity plea by his son’s attorney was also denied.
War page notes highlight relentless schedules as American batteries shell Roche while aviators fly day and night. Frantic action across France unfolds with steel confetti over targets. News profile emphasizes endurance and sacrifice without rest.
Report notes German infantry remains inactive in Picardy and Flanders battle zones while enemy artillery grows in intensity. Indicates a new blow is impending on the European front.
In an interview the U S Navy commander declares the German U boat vaunt of starving England proven false. He asserts mastery of countermeasures and outlines strategic implications discussed with an I N S correspondent.
Staff correspondent describes a lull on the Picardy front with British and American batteries firing steadily while a German bomber crosses lines. Tales from hospitals reveal courage, humor, and sorrow as injured soldiers reflect on last words, insurance, and loved ones.
Mrs. Sarah Goldblum, 31, jailed in New York at Lincoln Hospital on charges of attempted death by action and homicide. She allegedly tried to kill her two children, Samuel 19 months and Ithamara 4, by gas asphyxiation. Samuel died. Ithamara is hospitalized with gas poisoning.
Paris May 24 American air squadrons anticipated in the defense of Paris as German raid efforts were met by French forces. French newspapers praised the Americans saying the Germans showed no willingness to engage in battle.
Waukesha Wisconsin May 24 Grace Lusk gave a dramatic account on the stand of the slaying of Mrs Mary Newman Roberts. She described writing at a desk after the event and firing one shot from a revolver when it would not work. She insisted she never intended to shoot others and could not remember firing the gun.
Amsterdam reports 35 killed and 87 wounded in a British air raid on Cologne. The Cologne Gazette quotes the toll, and the Kaiser telegraphed sympathy to victims' relatives.
Rochester officials report a fire at 2 am on the eleventh floor of the Chamber of Commerce building causing about 10000 dollars in damage. Several firms and individuals sustained losses as the blaze spread through the office structure.
Admiral Sims asserts the submarine threat is being crushed. He praises Allied cooperation with the American fleet in European waters, citing Zeebrugge and Ostend actions and joint command under a senior Allied leader. He says Germany’s hopes of crippling the Allies at sea are rapidly fading and that victory is on the horizon.
Miss Katherine Stinson, aviatrix, is detained in Binghamton awaiting a replacement propeller after a wind and fuel setback near the city. She had just set a new American nonstop Chicago to Binghamton record of 783 miles at an average speed of 78 mph while carrying Chicago mail to New York.
Washington May 24 Surgeon General Gorgas announced the arrival in this country of 144 wounded American soldiers. Eight were landed the week of May 10 and 106 the week of May 17. They have been distributed at various points for reconstruction.
Washington reports a second war fund drive total of 74,269,825 dollars. Greater New York leads regional contributions with 16,294,536 dollars toward the national Red Cross campaign.
Memorial Day will be observed in American camps in France with morning services at gravesites, prayers by American and French chaplains, a rifle salute, and a dirge. Graves of American and French soldiers will be decorated with flowers and flags. ceremonies will occur at a base hospital and a hilltop cemetery recalling the first Americans killed in the war.
Rome reports a British air squadron bombed the Austrian seaplane and submarine base at Cattaro on the twentieth, setting piers and barracks ablaze. Despite heavy anti-aircraft fire, all aircraft returned safely.
Washington reports German regiments assigned to the western front have revolted. A May 19 wireless dispatch says at Dvinsk on May 17 a division refused orders, resulted in 50 soldiers shot and over 1,000 imprisoned awaiting court martial. Similar protests by the Fifty-sixth Infantry at Weseberg were broken up and other units showed displeasure.
His Royal Highness arrived at an Atlantic port today and will proceed to Washington to meet President Wilson. The visit signals ongoing diplomatic discussions with the United States during the wartime period.
Major Arthur of Connaught cousin to King George V arrived aboard an English warship and will proceed to Washington to meet President Wilson. The party includes Capt. St Clair and Gen. Pulteney with aides and soldiers. Col. House greeted the prince at the dock before he heads to the capital.
London reports say two German air raids hit Red Cross hospitals behind the British front in France on Sunday night. The casualties among nurses and patients were greater than London’s worst air raids. More than twenty aircraft took part in the two raid groups.
Former Czar Nicholas of Russia has been imprisoned at Ekaterinburg in the Ural Mountains after a plot to escape, according to a Reuters dispatch via Amsterdam.
Partly cloudy tonight. Saturday showers and warmer conditions expected in Washington.
German gas shell bombardment advances north of Bethune toward Nieppe forest as British lines hold near Morse Broucke. Nieppe and surrounding villages Seen as key terrain with two high ground positions complicating German push north of Bethune and Lillers. Continued analysis expected on Page Six.
Staff correspondent notes Elsie Janis, famed American actress, debuting on the battle frontier circuit. She dances, sings, and tells stories for helmetsed doughboys near Hindems purg’s gunners, ends with a fox trot and tobacco moment. She repeats performances for aviators and plans more shows behind the Tour front Friday and Saturday.
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