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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1918
Page
8
Irish leaders are detained after a suspected plot that could have involved landings by German forces in Ireland. The move may intensify British manpower policy and Irish recruiting debates while allied powers in the Far East work to safeguard Manchuria, with possible extension toward Siberia.
Washington May 18 Special Harry A. Caine of Greene Iowa is commissioned a second lieutenant of infantry after qualifying at the national guard training camp.
Frank H. Simonds’ “The Third Period” examines probabilities in Europe’s war, outlining British French roles and potential American contributions. The piece aims to curb unfounded criticism and pessimism as events unfold, urging readers to grasp the larger context and avoid futile debate.
The Associated Press reports Gen Semenoff leading an advancing anti Bolshevik army toward Siberia with about 3000 troops. The force spans three columns over 300 miles using railroads rivers and highways. Armament includes artillery machine guns motor trucks and planes.
Cedar Falls will host Memorial Day with Matthew Gerring of Plattsmouth Nebraska delivering the address. Gerring, born in Cedar Falls, left for Nebraska about 30 years ago and has risen to prominence in law and public life there. His invitation was wired yesterday and accepted today.
Ensign A. Stone of Norfolk and Royal Navy pilot Sub Lieutenant Eric Moore survived aboard a seaplane pontoon for eighty hours after a British seaplane crash. They drifted four days at sea with no food or drink, using carrier pigeons for help before being rescued by a trawler near England.
Washington May 1 The American expeditionary forces have become a major factor on the western front ranking third in mileage held behind France and Britain. Front line troops under Gen Pershing occupy four sectors on the French front with additional units training with British and French forces. The exact American mileage was not disclosed for military reasons amid reports of active front lines near Montdidier. Aircraft production was labeled disappointing while ordnance and other production showed improvement. Aberdeen proving ground to be visited by the military sub committee next Tuesday. American troops are being sent abroad rapidly and the transportation outlook is promising despite growing supply challenges.
May 18 reports describe a nationwide Red Cross parade and a war fund drive launching with a $106,000,000 goal. President Wilson attended the New York event, reviewing the living Red Cross emblem and overseeing the mass procession along Fifth Avenue. Chicago planned five parades with about 50,000 marchers to kick off Red Cross week.
An enemy observation balloon broke away in France after its two occupants parachuted out. American airmen pursued it 42 kilometres until it rose too high to follow, then it floated back toward Germany.
The Admiralty reports a British destroyer was torpedoed and sunk on Tuesday by a German submarine. Two men were killed in the attack.
Reports from London and Dublin describe Sinn Fein leaders being seized in Ireland amid plots tied to German aid fears. Notable figures named include Edward de Valera and Arthur Griffith. arrests span Belfast Dublin and beyond with proclamations and defense orders cited.
In Syracuse New York on May 18 women from the city’s public works depart ment under Commissioner Apps rise before dawn to haul ashes. They work in blue overalls and earn wages near the top for such duties as men laboring for private contractors have left the city. The mayor may expand female labor in other departments after Commissioner Apps reports favorable efficiency.
New York May 18 Fredericke Wursterbarth German born was stripped of U S citizenship by Judge Haight in Newark federal court. Evidence showed a mental reservation toward Germany and allegiance to the homeland despite naturalization in 1882. Postmaster and former Clifton councilman faced disloyalty complaints and a Justice Department inquiry followed by cancellation of his citizenship warrants. Major Carl Lentz pledged to appeal.
Amsterdam May 1 The German chancellor Count von Hertling told Az Est Berlin correspondent he remains hopeful for peace this year He cherishes firm confidence that events in the west will quicken a speedy end of the war He would join an international peace league if the world united but current conditions offer little hope of peace Germany seeks victory and peace.
Grace Lusk case in Waukesha Wisconsin centers on dramatic letters from Dr. David Roberts. He testifies about meetings with Miss Lusk in Chicago and Waterloo Iowa and discusses gifts, travel, and temptations while denying criminal intent as details unfold in cross examination.
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