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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1918
Page
12
American forces advance east of the Argonne and take Mareq and Chevieres as Germans retreat from the Grand Pre area. German counterattacks are repulsed and Grand Pre station is largely destroyed by shelling and mines.
British reporters describe Gurkha and Sikh raids in Palestine that sow fear among Turkish troops. A night assault near enemy trenches killed 15 Turks and captured many prisoners, with one Gurkha decapitating a foe using a kukri in close quarters. The action underscores swift, stealthy Indian troop operations.
Corp Harry Colletine and Private Archie Fleming, both Waterloo natives, arrived at Fort Des Moines for convalescence from wounds in France. The group includes Tama’s Lester Pitka, Orient’s James Craig, Red Oak’s Marion Griffith, and Silver City’s P. W. Stogall. Colletine was wounded June 28 in the Chateau Thierry sector. he reports improving use of his right forearm. Fleming’s injuries and exact nature are not disclosed. last letter was sent in May. Sister Bertha Perry plans to visit Colletine. no furlough date yet.
Influenza relief work dominates Waterloo welfare efforts as Ada Palmer reports 111 cases in September and 527 interviews. America faces Dutch sentiment concerns. a Netherlands mission may visit to strengthen ties and correct misperceptions of Holland's war stance.
Allied forces advance across Champagne and Argonne fronts as French troops reach the Retourne river near Houdilecourt and Saalt St Remy, while Gouraud’s division moves toward Vouziers. American and British units push from the Argonne to Grand Pre and Romagne as German retreats accelerate. Allied actions in Austria also report major mountain front operations.
Waterloo Red Cross chairman H B Cropper names an emergency influenza committee to coordinate with city health officials and medical staff. Members include Dr E T Alford Miss Minnie Harrison and Miss Ada M Palmer with others to be added. Dentral division urges enrollment of home assistants as epidemic spreads.
Grundy Center residents sleep through a tale of Waterloo revelry as crowds in stockings and hats rush downtown to mark peace rumors. Bonfires blaze on Main Street triggering the fire department after a man is killed by a passing truck. One town ignites asphalt whileMayor Allison snores as fake war news spreads.
A skeptical view of American soldiers on short leaves at Aix-les-Bains in France, where Y M C A facilities, cafes, and hotels mingle with soldiers’ misadventures. Reports describe groggy arrivals, room assignments, odd behavior, and humorous escapades including a rifle souvenir and a pampered outfit at the famed Casino Aix.
In Havre France the Friends' Ambulance unit, part of the American Society of Friends and Red Cross supported, suffered heavy losses as German bombs wiped out its headquarters. Two workers killed and four injured, others escaped unharmed. survivor recalls the blast and dramatic rescue amid rubble and debris.
Vouzières and Guise towns burn as French troops push along the Champagne front and penetrate Vouzières. Paris reports French hold the Retomme line toward Pauvres and Vouzières. British forces advance north of the Sensee with Hamel Brebières and Curney near Douai, and move toward Trenin Lietard and Ennay.
Tokio Chamber of Commerce reports rising wages in Japan with carpenters earning 70 cents daily up from 65 cents before the war. Masons, roofers, bricklayers, joiners, gardeners, shoemakers, printers and compositors also see gains, while unskilled labor remains at 65 cents. Nearby Norvik village in Nome, Alaska is noted for its electric wireless plant and school improvements led by Welbert Replects, marking a rare Eskimo village progress.
The Clark family of 110 Leland avenue mourns Eugene Harry Clark who perished when the destroyer Shaw collided with a British vessel October 9. Clark, 26, after enlisting at 18, served on the Shaw since its launch and was married January 12 in Cork Ireland. The Associated Press report lists two officers and eleven enlisted men lost, with thirteen injured. Among the fallen are Eugene Clark of Waterloo and John M. Glynn of Davenport. The flag in the Clark home bears four blue stars, now one gold, honoring his sacrifice.
St Louis October 11 announced a plan by the Manufacturers Association to stage a transatlantic race in 1919. Chicago and other large cities would participate with bombing planes costing about 56500 each loaded with supplies and given to French authorities at journey's end. Final details to be set by two delegates from each city at Chicago meetings December 4 5 6 and 7. Government clearance seen as key hurdle with route via New York Newfoundland and the Azores.
Dashing Donald visits his best girl with a light package, but earnings fall as candy prices surge. War conditions push local prices to $2 a pound for top grades, 60 to 86 cents for cheaper varieties, with sugar shortages and nut costs driving the rise. US candy per capita drops from about 6.75 pounds to just over two. Candy remains half sugar, rest of ingredients, while pure sugar candy is banned.大量 candy shipped to soldiers overseas. Omaha quartermaster orders 3,060,000 pounds for France.
Great Lakes Illinois The navy reveals that submarine chasers are built on the Great Lakes and transported by water to New York. Two inland voyages have been completed under Lieut Com McClurg with six 110 foot vessels. Each vessel carries a crew of 20 and after delivery to a central point they sail through Welland Canal and Hudson to New York. The process lowers reliance on eastern assembly and may expand to other vessels and districts.
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