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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1918
Page
15
Stockholm reports the death of former czar Nicholas II. A Nashe-Slovo transfer says red guards ordered Nicholas and his family to flee on a special train toward Ekaterinburg. He allegedly protested as guards bayoneted him on the way to the station.
London June 29 King George addressed 3000 women war workers who gathered at Buckingham Palace to honor his silver wedding anniversary. He praised women's participation in war effort noting long hours and sacrifices in factories and other areas, saying the nation is proud of them.
The war office reported a rather heavy artillery duel between the Ourcq and Marne and east of Rheims. The clash occurred tonight, reflecting ongoing mobile operations on the front.
Wallace, June 29 special to The Dispatch reports a strong war savings stamp campaign. Car caravans from Island Creek township canvassed Wallace, with nearly all residents buying stamps averaging $15. The drive included clergy and community leaders, amid church changes and social events, as Rev C V Brooks resigns from Wallace Baptist church and moves toward Red Springs.
In Rome on June 29 an Austrian field marshal halted a probe two days after the offensive began as the Italian counterattack grew stronger. An Austrian officer said von Hoezendorff realized the futility and stopped the attack, while Hitler? No. The Austrian commander pushed reserves believing the Italians had not improved since Caporetto. The officer said they underestimated the changed Italian spirit and faced a firmer defense.
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