15 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1918
Page
1
American artillery played a spectacular role in the French attack in Champagne. Yankee gunners with accurate barrages cut German trenches and wire entanglements, then encircled advancing French infantry. The bombardment lasted over six hours, aiding the French to establish new positions and repel German counterfire.
Bolo Pasha sentenced to death by court martial after a 15 minute deliberation. Codefendant Deavius Porchere jailed for three years. Cavallinie sentenced to death though outside France’s jurisdiction. Prosecutor Morne t portrays a wide German intrigue and peace propaganda aimed at shaping France and allied opinion.
Washington announces the creation of a marine section in the railway administration to align rail movements with coastwise traffic and transatlantic shipping. A Pleasants of New York, president of the Ocean Steamship Company of Savannah, will manage the section under Quart KR Gray of the transportation division.
Norway declares its economic life requires some trade relations with Germany while rejecting a reciprocal pact with the United States. The statement, filed from Washington on February 15, emphasizes Norway's need for flexible economic ties amid wartime tensions.
Dr Pridtjof Nansen in Oslo releases Norway reply to American food rationing plan. Norway pledges no American goods pass through Norway to Germany but refuses full export restrictions to the central powers. War Trade Board notes economic life requires some trade with central powers and will continue negotiations.
Amsterdam reports Breslauer Volkswacht warns Germany that American troops are imminent. It cautions Germany to redouble efforts to win the war, admits some American transports may be sunk, but promises Americans can be provisioned like British in France once they arrive.
Washington February 11. The largest urgent deficiency bill ever presented to an American congress was introduced in the House by Chairman Shelley of the appropriations committee. It carries deficiency appropriations totaling 1 107 220 082 46 dollars. One key item is 8 152 000 dollars for construction of new government buildings in Washington to house departments.
Washington February 15 A large drop in corn belt meat production threatens due to inadequate transport says A Sykes president of the Corn Belt Meat Producers association to the senate agricultural committee. He notes efforts last summer by federal authorities to aid meat for allies but lack of shipping forces cattle and hogs to be fed and held causing rising prices and shrinking seed stock. He calls for improved transport seed supplies and a joint government farmer committee to address labor and distribution.
The U S government directs Attorney General to probe Hog Island contracts involving American International Corp led by Frank A Vanderlip. inquiry aims to determine alleged misuse of funds with hearings by the commerce committee and potential contract cancellations at Hog Island Pa amid projected costs of up to 50 million dollars.
Washington dispatch reports Chairman Hurley of the Shipping Board urged William L. Hutcheson of Indianapolis to end the carpenters strike delaying Atlantic coast shipyards. Hurley warned the stoppage endangers American soldiers in France awaiting food and munitions. The note questions if families will accept a paralyzed life line to the western front.
London dispatches report rioting in Petrograd last Thursday with 120 killed. The casualty figure underscores a violent crackdown amid unrest in the capital.
Sioux from a North Dakota reservation join U S forces in France under Captain John Glass Jr adopted by Chief John Glass. About 200 Indians travel with a militia unit with most shifted to transport work. The old chief urges his young men to defend tribal honor and tradition.
Washington reports the American transport service Overseas will be accelerated. Obstacles on arrival routes are identified and to be removed. A presidential representative will travel to Great Britain and France to address war policy unresolved since Col. EB M. Liouse's Paris inter allied council visit and to join the Versailles war council sessions.
A wartime report outlines renewed perils for Slav populations amid ongoing conflict in the region, detailing strategic risks, civilian impact, and political complications. Officials warn of intensified hostilities and humanitarian strain in affected areas.
A London dispatch reports German leaders met at a conference and resolved to renew activity against Russia. The note says Germany plans to wage war along a wide front, with Russia unable to defend effectively amid its current plight.
Rome reports that despite press claims of forthcoming offensive the Austrian drive has failed. Italian forces repelled Austrian assaults in Frenzela and Bella valleys and compelled a retreat with heavy losses, while Baronevic seeks to end inactivity as Italian lines hold firm.
Provost Marshal General Crowder sets March 4 as the start date for moving 5,741 white troops to Camp Greenleaf Fort Oglethorpe Georgia. States listed include Delaware New Jersey Michigan Ohio West Virginia with white quotas and totals provided.
The Belgian government reports that deportations by German authorities persist. In recent weeks 2,700 Belgians from Lokeren in East Flanders were taken for military work on the western front.
The cabinet led by Gen. Alexander Averescu, described as the army's ablest commander, is seen as favoring peace. It succeeds the Bratiano ministry after an ultimatum altered the government’s future course of action.
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