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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1918
Page
6
Polish Deputy Studhel in Berlin denounces German rule as brutal in Prussia and calls for independence. He accuses Berlin of oppressing Poles and seeks self determination, praising President Wilson as humanity's benefactor while urging equal citizenship for Poles in German Poland.
President Wilson appeals to Oklahoma voters urging the adoption of women's suffrage as a necessary part of justice and Reconstruction. He sent a telegram to the chairmen of the Republican and Democratic state committees on October 28.
Basel Oct 28 German war cabinet met and debated President Wilsons reply. It was decided not to answer now but to wait to learn Allied armistice terms before replying.
Copenhagen dispatch quotes General von Schauch saying the military situation is grave but not desperate and stubborn resistance is possible. In Washington Dr Garfield refuses to grant coal miners wage increases under the Plan for stabilization of wages for anthracite miners.
London reports that Field Marshal Liman von Sanders withdrew about 10,000 of his 12,000 Turkish troops from Aleppo in retreat toward Katma as British forces approached. A Turkish rearguard remained briefly at Aleppo, burning the railroad station and much of the railroad stock before pulling back.
London reports Italian British and French forces crossed the Piave on a wide front and took more than 15000 prisoners. Allied units threaten Conegliano and Oderzo rail hubs while two of three lines serving Austro Hungarian defenses are jeopardized. Americans in reserve as heavy Western front fighting stalls north of Le Cateau to Dutch frontier.
A captured German message via the American front urges soldiers to hold fast before an armistice. It stresses they are on enemy soil in Alsace Lorraine, warning that the war continues and urging unwavering courage, endurance, and defiance for the fatherland’s safety and prosperity.
In France Oct 28 Allied forces captured a German ambulance bearing the Geneva Red Cross loaded with explosives. The Fifth army documented the violation of wartime rules and posted guards while photographs were taken.
Cablegrams from the Russian embassy report the All-Russian government and the North government expanding armaments against German and Bolshevik forces. General Boldgreff is appointed commander in chief of all Russian forces. northern, southern, and Arctic commands align under new leadership as Siberia’s institutions assist.
Washington reports indicate no reply from Allies to Wilson's 14 term peace plan. Officials anticipate Allied reaction within a week as military leaders weigh safeguards and whether to proceed. Colonels House and other aides abroad to align American and Allied stance on terms to avoid disunity aiding Germany.
Paris October 28 French deputy and War commission member Marquin Pierre de Chambrun praised American efforts during an American Luncheon. He said the marvelous U S effort has astonished the world and a decisive victory is upon us with a victorious peace and lasting friendship among democracies.
Three American aviators captured by Germans have escaped from prison camps and reached a neutral country. Names were withheld. The announcement came from the State department on October 28 in Washington.
Henry W. Mapp head of the Salvation Army in Russia claims the former czarina caused Lord Kitchener's death. He cites a telegram from the Winter Palace in Petrograd to Kaiser Wilhelm that allegedly betrayed Kitchener to the Germans, leading to his torpedoed ship on the Drinave.
The American army near Verdun says the long range gun at Lomguyon may have immense reach and superior firepower compared with Germany’s Paris bombardment gun. Weather delayed use. anticipation grows as forces maneuver to cut the Sedan Carignan line, a move that could destabilize German defense to the Dutch border. The piece also notes relocations of local families and soldiers including Lt. George Harvey and the Bones family preparing to move to Fergus Falls, Minn., with Mrs. Harvey improving from illness.
Instructions describe two methods to remove shine from broadcloth. One uses a sponge with blueing water, cover with fine linen while damp and press with a warm iron. The other suggests sponging with hot vinegar and then with ammonia for the same result.
A nostalgic ad urges readers to print with Johnny on the Spot offering neat job printing at reasonable prices and top service. It promotes upgrading the paper and asks readers to keep subscriptions current, asserting the paper is worth $1.50 yearly.
Pershing era correspondents describe American wounded in France awakening to the question Have I made good revealing a national mindset. Field hospitals run efficiently, nurses comfort the injured as the mind seeks purpose beyond battle outcomes. The piece asks readers to reflect on their own contributions to the war effort and War Savings, urging immediate action.
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