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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1918
Page
9
The first stage of the west front assault fails to meet aims as British lines hold firm. German forces attack 50 miles of front with heavy fighting ongoing toward villages and farmhouses. British counterattacks regain ground while Emperor William and Hindenburg observe from the west front.
Report discusses German offensive plans and Allied readiness around Arras Amiens and Ypres with heavy artillery and naval actions at Ostend. British and French forces claim repelling attacks near Verdun Champagne and the Aisne while monitoring Holland relations and a forthcoming official statement.
Des Moines reports that the National German American alliance may see its charter revoked by Congress. Senator Sterling of South Dakota, on the investigation subcommittee, predicts a committee report against the alliance. He believes the movement is planted from Berlin as a front for pan German propaganda. Also noted is Cedar Falls canning company’s $25,000 sweetcorn contract for the 1915 federal pack.
British reporting from France on March 22 describes a massive German assault across the Cambrai sector near Croiselles and Hargicourt. More than 40 divisions identified, with heavy artillery and massed infantry, while Doignies saw a notable British counterattack with tanks. Weather complicates air observations, aiding the British.
London reports Berlin declares a decisive battle for general peace as Germany begins an offensive. The Tay Vsche Rundschau notes a single combat between England and Germany could decide the war and the future balance of power, sparking feverish German interest.
Washington March 22 American military observers doubt the German drive begun yesterday is the long expected offensive. They seek more proof the onslaught is the main German attack as the war news turns on reports from Halland of a possible peace offer to the Entente. Experts stress the Allies can stop the German assault if it is the grand offensive from La Fere to the Scarpe.
Geneva reports that the British bombing of Mannheim on Monday caused enormous damage with fierce fires near the railway station. A powder factory and a gas plant reportedly exploded as residents fled toward Switzerland. The south German press criticizes reprisals while Berlin refuses to negotiate.
London reports the western front remained engaged through the night with British forces holding the enemy. The massed infantry attacks yielded heavy losses for Germany as rifles machine guns and artillery caused significant damage, with air troops noting the results. Heavy fighting was expected to continue.
Prince Maximilian of Baden in a Wolff Bureau interview warns of a "Russian world disorder" menacing Germany and outlines three defense ideas. He calls for a world order protecting freedom, strengthening the German nation, and pursuing peace, while accusing Lloyd George of "knock-out militarism" and noting American ambivalence toward European disputes.
Cadet 5S. W. Arnhem of the Royal Flying Corps, an American who joined the British officers, was killed yesterday near Hicks Texas after a fall during a flight at about 4,000 feet. Authorities believe he fainted while aloft.
New York reports that six states Arizona Delaware Iowa North Dakota Utah and Pennsylvania have reached or exceeded their quotas in the northern Baptist laymen drive to raise 1 million dollars. The campaign closes on April 7.
Pope Benedict uses his Easter message via the Associated Press to urge lasting peace. He emphasizes healing hatred and uniting nations under justice, fear of God, and humanity, calling for a universal gospel to guide global harmony.
Washington D C March 22 Twelve more deaths were reported from the March 16 collision between the destroyer Manley and a British warship raising the death toll to sixteen. Injured sailors landed and hospitalized include Ernie P Nelson radio trainee from Waterloo Ia 19 who served on the Manley after training at Great Lakes and Harvard University. Remarks note his pre service work and a dream foretelling his death.
Des Moines dispatch lists Lloyd L Morrill of Red Oak and Carl C Dyvad of Albert City among 168th Infantry casualties, with Vernon Johnson of Gillespie noted as a relative. Other notes report Dr A C N O’Leary Des Moines lieutenant and Captains Ross and Casey decorated for bravery in a recent engagement.
Amsterdam reports that a leading Dutch MP may seek recall of the minister in Washington. The Algerien Handelsblad says Holland must help maintain international traffic. a refusal to grain from Argentina would harm all. The Telegraat notes the ultimatum was accepted in principle, preserving Holland’s rights against US power. An inventory of 40 Dutch ships in New York harbor began under naval authority. transfer awaits formal filing. No reply yet from allied powers on shipping, as of March 21.
Napoleon Lajoie, veteran fielder and former manager of the pennant winning Toronto team in the International league last year, has been purchased by the Brooklyn National League club from Toronto, announced here today.
American artillery destroyed portions of German first and second positions east of Luneville. A patrol crossed no man’s land, found the lines wiped out with no casualties. Deserters told of gas attacks and prisoners being taken, while German activity behind lines indicated pill boxes and new fortifications.
Washington D C March 22 transfer of tank steamers from coastwise routes has led the fuel administration to pool all fuel oil east of the Rockies, amid distribution difficulties and a risk of artificial east coast shortage. About 60 percent of coastwise tankers are diverted to navy and allied supply, with efforts to save tank car use and cut unloading time from 48 to 24 hours.
Sweetwater Texas March 22 Lt Bostick arrested in Garza county Tuesday in connection with the killing at Clairemont of C C Higgins former district judge hangs himself in jail here last night San Felice a Great Quality Clear advertiserment
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