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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1919
Page
11
Elated by promotion Ludendorff assumes chief of staff duties and rushes to the eastern frontier. He plans to stop further retreat and oppose a Slav advance, foreseeing the terrible suffering to follow as Slav troops gain footholds on German soil.
The text notes Ludendorff rose to prominence during the Liege operation as German leaders faced unexpected Russian mobilization. It explains German plans to defeat France first, the rapid Russian move toward Paris, and Ludendorff being moved from a subordinate quartermaster role to command in East Prussia to save the region.
I received notice on August 22 that I was appointed chief of staff to the Eighth army in East Prussia. Letters from von Moltke and von Stein urged decisive action and praised the trust placed in me. Capt. von Rochow conveyed that Von Hindenburg would be commander in chief, and I felt pride and resolve at serving the emperor, army, and fatherland in this critical moment.
In August 1914 German forces face decision amid rapid shifts east of the Vistula. General von Scholtz commands from Gelgensburg area while Rennenkampf advances. The Eighth Army weighs withdrawing to confront Narew, then shifts plan to hold the Passarge line as Hindenburg and Moltke debate retreat versus counterattack.
Four new influenza cases were reported yesterday by health officer Dr. William C. Fowler. He cautioned that the danger of a further epidemic has not passed while noting the current cases differ in appearance from the 1918 experiences.
A period advertorial claims Jad Salts flush kidneys to prevent backache headaches and bladder issues. It promotes a lemon grape lithia formula to cleanse kidneys, neutralize urine acids, and support normal activity with a fizzy water drink. A local druggist is cited selling Jad Salt to readers.
William T. Ellis reports from the Holy Land on American Jewish soldiers serving in the Zionist Legion in Palestine and contrasts them with European Jews studying in the region. He notes Americans seek home in America, display vigor, initiative, and self-reliance, while European Jews appear frail and more orthodox in appearance and habits.
A London Times special cable notes possible changes at the admiralty led by Sir David Beatty as first sea lord, with Sir Rosalyn Wemyss to shift roles. It mentions the vacant governorship of Victoria and public interest in royal appointments amid postwar speculation. American Zionist Legion troops once served in Palestine, praised in action, now scattered and employed in various military and civilian roles.
The Zionist Legion in America shows 600 of 3000 volunteers planning to remain as Zionist settlers in Palestine. The unit seems better off than the Oriental Legion, with Armenians and others criticizing that force. Many youths prefer returning home or staying in America.
Paris reports extradition requests have been filed with the German government for Count Otto Bismarck and eight other Germans by Lille court martial authorities. He is accused of ordering the shooting of 14 Vieugne villagers and burning homes as an example, with other charges against the group.
New York oct 8 John Alleyne Gade of New York has been appointed United States commissioner to the Baltic provinces of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. He sailed today from New York aboard the USS America for Brest, with Ed accompanying him. The appointment had not been announced previously.
John Alleyne Gada travels with Curtiss and a secretary from Hreet to Paris then Libau Kea and Reval to report on Baltic provinces. State Department says the mission has no special significance and Gada holds diplomatic status as commissioner for the region to keep the department informed.
The 1,500 City Club members are asked to offer ideas to improve organization and help refine the proposed 1,000,000 clubhouse design. President A Whitfield urges submissions to committee chairmen Henry E Stringer Charles F Nesbit and James Sharp who lead house constitution and by laws and building committees respectively.
Stephen E. Kramer, assistant superintendent of schools, will address delegates at an Atlantic tuberculosis conference in Philadelphia tomorrow afternoon. The talk, framed around the modern health crusade as outlined by Washington public schools, aims to promote health education and prevention.
A 50,000 signers protest is presented by a 25 member committee to gather support at a Saturday afternoon meeting of United States employees at the Public Library. The group plans to carry a petition with 59,000 signatures to press for a half holiday.
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