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The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16
SITUATION IS
REGARDED AS
SATISFACTORY
BY U. S. MEN
Distinct Feeling in Official
Circles That Allied Line,
Partly Held by Americans,
Will Stand Firm.
WARNING IS GIVEN
(By Associated Press)

WASHINGTON, July 16.-Official
reports on the new German offensive
and the part played by American
troops in holding the enemy on the
FIRST day began to reach the war de-
partment early today from General
Pershing and General Bliss They
confirmed press accounts and depart
ment statement said they described
the situation as satisfactory, though
noting that the first day Of such a bat
tie, OF course, was a general advance
guard action and that the enemy re-
serves were yet to be dealt with.
Tension was somewhat relaxed at
the war department although the
course of the battle was followed with
as much eagerness for late bulletins
as on yesterday. Officials apparently
had settled back to watch for full de-
velopments of the German purpose
more than ever certain that the ability
OF the allied and American forces to
checkmate any effort the enemy might
make.
President Follows News.
President Wilson abandoned his u.s.
ual morning round of golf today and
remained at the White House hearing
reports from the front as they came
here. He was up late last night fol-
lowing both official and unofficial ad-
vices closely.
A clear picture of the full scope
OF the German effort Is becoming avail
able. Early reports on renewal of the
fighting show that the American
troops are again engaged heavily, but
have restored their positions on the
Marne even more fully than during
the counter attack which drove the
Germans back to the river last night.
Two OF the towns from which the
Americans were forced in the first
German thrust into the exposed posi-
ton in the river bend opposite Jual-
gonne have been recaptured.
To the east the Germans appear to
have forced their way across the
Marne on II considerable front in the
Dormans sector. 1t Is believed here
however, that IL the American posi-
tions on the flank are maintained, the
Germans east of them will be in great
peril. A successful counter stroke
along the river bank heading eastward
from the American position might cut
them Off from the river and force the
surrender of the whole organization.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16
ENEMY'S SPIRIT
IS BROKEN BY
ALLIED DEFENSE
Results of First Days Battle
Considered Very Good by
Allied Forces.
(By Associated Press)

WITH THE AMERICAN ARMY ON
THE MARINE, July Is, 10:45 a. M
Word received this morning from the
battle front to the east of Rheims
shows that the allied defense is not
only still holding up the German at
tempts to advance, but appears to
have broken the enemy's spirit.
FRENCH RESISTANCE INVINclBLE
fBv Associated Press)
ON THE FRENCH FRONT. Monday,
July 15.-The impression of the re-
suits of the first days battle in the
new German smash on the French
front is very good.
Nowhere along the stretch Of many
miles did the enemy succeed in pene-
trating more than 1000 yards and that
was only on a small sector in the
neighborhood of Marfauxe, southwest
Of Rheims. although orders found on
German prisoners announced that the
first day should take them 90 kilO-
metres from the front line of de-
parture.
On the battle front east of Rheims.
the enemy did not even get beyond
the advanced line. the invincible re-
sistance of the French troops prevent
ing him from attaining the main COM
bat line. With the French on the sec
tion west Of Rheims, fought Americans
and Italian troops. both of whom We'd
with the other allies in keenness and
courage
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Today's Temperature.

For Wayne County by Weatherman
Moore-Weather continues unsettled
this afternoon and tonight with thun-
dershowers. Wednesday partly cloudy
but mostly fair.
General Conditions-The storm re-
ported yesterday over the Missouri
valley is now over Illinois and cen
trail In d i a n a. Thundershower
throughout the state. The weather is
clearing up behind the clouds in the
west, due to high barometeric pres
sure moving southeast from Canada.
Maximum Temperatures at Canton
ments:
Chicago-Rain .........7S
Louisville-Rain .......SS
San Antonio-Clear ..9S
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16
French Take Prisoners.

PARIS, July l6-The battle
continues violently, especially
south of the Marne and in the
region of Chatillon. Except for
one sector south of the Marine,
there is no change in the situa-
ton. American and French
troops are counter attacking
magnificently, and are taking
many prisoners, according to the
statement issued by the war Of
flee today.
The French have taken a
thousand prisoners.
On the front east of Rheims
in spite of terrific fighting dur
ing the past day and night, the
enemy had not been able to
penetrate the French zone OF
defense.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16
FOE FL|ERS BOMB
u. S. HOSPITAL

PARIS, July 16.-German aviators
at II o'clock last night deliberately
dropped bombs on the American Red
Cross hospital at Joury. Two enlist
ed men were killed and, among the
personnel, nine persons were wound
ed. Miss Jassery, an American Red
Cross nurse was among those wound
ed. though her injuries are not serious.
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viii Continue Drive.


PARIS, July 16.-The Germans will
continue their offensive, as they have
concentrated strong reserves in the
region of Rethel. northeast of Rheims
says Marc Hutin in the Echo de Paris.
The reserves. he adds. undoubtedly
will be put into the fighting line prob
ably extending the front of attack to-
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16
of Smithsonian
Institute Is Dead
(rv Associated Pressl

WASHINGTON, July 16.-Dr. Rich
ard Rathbun, 66 years old, acting di-
rector of the Smithsonian institute,
and noted naturalist died today at his
home here.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16
uNAslE ITO SAVE SELVES.

LONDON. July 16.-In continuing
to urge allied Intervention in Russia,
the Harbin correspondent Of the Daily
Mail, under date of July II, writes de-
spairingly of any possible effort by the
Russians for their own salvation.
"The Russians he says, character
istically are specializing less whether
the advent of General Horvat (recent-
ly proclaimed provisional ruler of ST.
beria) will help restore their dismal
fortunes than how long he will last.
A large body Of opinion predicts his
imminent fall and the prediction is not
accompanied by any particular emo
ton. The prevailing sentiment is
summed up in the Russian fatalistic
word "nitchevo.'
The lack of any kind Of enthusiasm
is remarkable and depressing. Mean
while, intrigue and counter-intrigue
prosper and this will continue until
the allies enter and firmly take hold
of the situation
The correspondent dwells on the OBJ
aims and Limits that he has unlimited
ambition, adding:
He does not expressly say whether
eral of Siberia or of all Russia. He
proposes TO have a cabinet with his
own elected premier under him. Here
if fortune favors him, there Is plenty
of room for the realization of cast am
bitions, possibly to the extent of a die
tatOrship over all Russia"
Local American opinion In Harbin,
it is added. is very favorable to the
activities of the Czecho-Slovaks, and
there Is a keen desire to help them
materially.
in the meantime" the correspond
ent continues. Japanese opinion is
much exercised over the thought that
the Czech may be the saviors OF far
eastern Siberia instead Of themselves.
The Japanese are said to favor the
HOrvath government"
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HITCHCOCK ASKS
INVESTIGATION
OF RUSS FACTS
Allies Despair of Possible Ef-
fort by Russia for Own
Salvation.
(By Associated Press)

WASHINGTON, July 16-Appo1nt-
ment of an American commission 10
make thorough investigation OF ac-
tual conditions in Russia was strongly
urged upon President Wilson today In
a letter from Senator Hitchcock OF
Nebraska, chairman of the senate for
eign relations committee. The ques-
ton of military intervention in Russia
was not discussed in Senator Hitch
cock'C letter.
The American commission was pro-
posed by the senate ommittee chair
man because Of what he said are con-
fiicting reports regarding military,
economic, political and social condi-
tions in Russia. His opinion to the
President was that it is most desirable
as soon as possible. to learn the actual
conditions in Russia in all phases.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16
ENEMY MAKES
PROGRESS BUT
ATTACKS ARE
SLOWED DOWN
Reports From One End Q!
Battle Line to Other Say
Offensive Has Been Com.
plete Failure.
FIGHTING IS TERRIFIC
(By Associated Press)

LONDON, July 16-Advices
received in London up to moor
today said that little change ir
the situation had been created
by the German offensive. The
attacks which ntinuec
throughout yesterday, were con.
Quoted by the forces Of Genera
Won Below and General vor
Bohm who are directing the op
erations Of the two armies or
the left wing of the German
crown prince.
Great numbers of German
corpses are hanging on the tan.
gle of barbed wire in front OF
the French positions and all the
reports state that the losses OF
the Germans must have been ex.
ceedingly heavy. The main at.
tack to the east of Rheims con.
tinued up to Z o'clock last night.
The fighting was extremely Sc.
we're in the vicinity of Souair
and at Prunay where the Ger.
mans captured a wood south OF
the village. This, however, wa:
an exception, the German attack
elsewhere being repulsed with
heavy losses. The French line
of resistance remains practically
intact everywhere.
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The Weather

For Indiana by United States
Weather Bureau Thundershowers
this afternoon or tonight. Slightly
cooler in north and central portions
Wednesday, fair.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16

WITH THE AMERICAN
FORCES ON THE MARINE
July 16, 11:30 a. m.-Reports
from one end of the battle line
to the other say that except for
a few minor localities the great
German offensive so far has
been complete failure.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16

parried and one has the right to look
ahead with confidence"
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16

Dr. Hale formerly lived in Richmond
and has relatives here.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1918-07-16
Do It Now

DO II NUW
Do 1t Literally
Do 1t Cheerfully
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Do It Now
Do II Literally
Do II Cheerfully
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1918-06-10
THE LITTLE OLD LADY
OF PANSY SQUARE

Timidly she entered the Red Cross
Bureau and stood just within the door
way.
Her poor. dimmed old eyes spoke SO
eloquently: "I'm friendly, ladies, but
q little afraid"
Several of us rose, but Mrs Craw-
ford reached her first and asked her
to come in and sit down.
"Oh, thank you so MUCH" quavered
the old lady as she sat down, you
see, my boy-my grandsen--has gone
and"--with Spartan fortitude she re-
strained the tears that glistened in her
eyes--"gone with his regiment Now
I'm all alone in my little cottage in
Pansy Square. And, oh, ladies', do any
Of, you know the dreary loneliness
when there is no one who comes home
at night?'
We almost Rugged the dear old lady.
so fOrorn, yet so brave. We drew up
our chairs closer, and she told us her
story
The little old lady owned a vine
EMPOWERED cottage in Pansy Square.
There she kept house for her grand
son, who worked in a downtown Office.
When America took up cudgels for de
mocracy the lad, in patriotic fervor.
was among the first to enlist.
"Ah, how | loved him and needed
him!" whispered the old lady broken
ly. But my dear country needed him
more. SO I told him to go. But
what will you do, granny? he asked.
I told him l had enough, and so h.
went. Brave, brave heart! My hus
band was a soldier, and | lave his
pension. But it is small. After pay
ing the taxes on my cottage there was
little left, and now it is gone. Pm old.
but Pm willing All ask is a chance
to earn my bread till-till he returns
Through the Home Service workers
of her community the little old lady
of Pansy Square has been provided
with simple tasks, such as making pre-
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1918-06-10
FOR REGISTER OF DEEDS

After discussing the matter with
many business and professional men
and homesteaders from different
parts of the county, I have decided
to become a candidate for the NOM
ination for the office Of register OF
deeds for Beltrami county at the
primaries to be held in June. If
elected I am confident, that I can
discharge the duties Of the office
to the satisfaction Of every resident
of the county. I have been resi-
dent of Beltrami county for many
years, both as farmer and business
man, and have devoted considerable
time to public affairs. I intend to
see as many of the ratepayers as
possible before election but should
I not see you all respectfully ask
your consideration of my candidacy,
and I would very much appreciate
your support and vote. I believe
that every officer should make it a
point to do all he can to win the war,
even if his office is not directly con-
nected with the handling of war
matters, and if elected I shall use
every influence at my command 20
make the register of deeds office a
factor in promoting matters of a
patriotic nature.
JOHN S. NORRIS.
d & w-53t to SIS
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POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT

4 AOAA44NxAA
Ordered and paid for by A. e. Rako.
Amount to be paid for series $50
To the Voters of the 62nd Legisla-
=. tive District:
Having filed as q candidate for
representative, am DESTROYS Of hav-,
ing the support and cooperation or
the residents Of the district. If
elected I will represent the people
without fear or favor and my hands
will not be tied in any way. While
a member of the board of county
commissioners I have endeavored to
be fair and impartial and would at
tend to my duties in the legislature
with the same spirit. I fully realize
the needs of this section of the state
and being an active farmer myself
L know that it's future growth de-
ponds upon the development of the
agricultural resources, and will be-
able from practical experience to
urge the laws that will be of benefit.
The active support of the people of
the district will be appreciated.
3w-613 A. E. RAKO. =
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Birds and Boats.

In connection with the difficulty As
sistant Secretary Of the Navy Roose-
welt is experiencing in providing ap-
propriate names for the new flotillas
of mine sweepers it is recorded that
on one occasion it was suggested to
the admiralty that one Of the heavy
cruisers should be honored with the
name Of the great admiral, Drake of
the British navy. After waiting a
long time this admirer Of the splen-
did sailor received a reply from the
admiralty gravely stating that it was
not deemed expedient to bestow the
name OF male duck on such impor-
tant ships of .war.-New York Herald.
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Jack Munroe, who gained fame as a
prize fighter when he challenged JET.
fries for the heavyweight champion
ship of the world, only to be beaten
when the bout was staged, is now in
the United States helping boost the
Liberty loan. He has been fighting
over there with the British army and
Is now commissioned officer. His
right arm was wounded in battle and
he still carries it in sling.
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I hereby announes myself as a
candidate for the nomination OF
Sheriff of Beltrami County, Mime
sofa, at the. primary election to be
held June II, 1918.
Owing to my work as Chairman
of the Exemption Board and the
work connected with the Sheriff's
office, it would be impossible for me
to see you all personally. there
fore respectfully ask your support
at the coming election.
Very truly yours,
ANDREW JOHNSON.
d & w-52s to 615
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serves and delicious cakes anu jellies.
a labor of love for her and an unfail.
ing source of revenue.
Z Some day, please God, her&soldier
boy will come back to the little old
lady Of Pansy Square, and he will find
her as he left her-happy, comfortable
and self reliant.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1918-06-10
NELSON GIVES
GOVERNOR HIS -
]! ENDORSEMENT
:. /, I. T.. FOR ELECTION

- (Co4tinued from page onel
nomination and reelection Of Gov.
arnor Burnquist. He has proved him.
sHlf veritable Rock Of Gibraltar in
maintaining law and order, in sustain.
ing the spirit of loyalty and patrio-
tism among, our people, and in faith.
fully supporting our Federal Govern
ment in the prosecution of the war.
Our great and noble State has been
most fortunate in having such a Gov
ernor in this emergency. 1t is com:
paratively easy to be Governor in
times Of peace, but not so In the
midst of great war. He has arisen
and measured up to the demands OF
the situation, and in doing so may
have disappointed the slackers and
those who are, in one form or an
other, in spirit or in deed, seeking
to hamstring the Government, and
these elements are likely to oppose
him.
It would be q misfortune to our
people and our State to defeat Gov
ernor Burnquist under these circum-
stances. It would be taking a back
ward step in the path of patriotism
and loyalty.
There was time when some OF
the people Of the Eastern States ques-
toned whether Minnesota, with Its
Heterogeneous, ethnic makeup, would
measure. up with her sister states In
patriotism and loyalty; but that time
"a past. Under the leadership of Gov
ernor Burnquist, we have proved to
our sister states that Minnesota has
her heart in the war as zealously and
as earnestly as the best of them. Let
us not blemish this record by any
backward step, in reaching out for an
utried man.
Yours very truly,
# KNUTE NELSON
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POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT
(Inserted by I. B. Olson in his own
behalf and paid for by him at
rate of $500 for series.)
E@ /. B. OLSON Is
REGISTER OF DEEDS

I REGISTER OF DEEDS
Having received encouragement
from representative men of the coun-
ty to enter the race for the. office
of Register Of Deeds of Beltrami
county, take this opportunity to
announce my candidacy for said Of
flee. will not be in a position to
make an extensive campaign, but
will appreciate your vote and sup
port all the more. I have two sons
in the service and am contributing
severy dollar I make (outside OF a
bare living) towards the war. l be-
slieve I am competent to fill this Of
flee and if favored with the nomina-
ton and election, I will give the
office my closest attention and the
best service there is in me.
. Respectfully,
- I. B. OLSON.
d & W. to GIG -a -, -. Z.
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On the solicitation 81 m11fyy=friends,
1 have filed for, the office of sheriff
for the county of Beltrami: have
been a resident of Bemidii and Bel
trami county for seventeen years. i
am a taxpayer and a man Of family.
I have acted as sheriff on several oc-
casions in Beltrami county when the
sheriff was incapacitated, and l feel
confident that can conduct the af-
fairs of the sheriff's office in man
ner that will meet. with your ap-
prevail. ..:
respectfully solicit your support
on June II, 1918.
M. E. IBERTSON.
d & w to GIG
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FOR .SALE-Two acres of. land with
n summer cottage, within city lin
It's. AGood well on premises. Phone
684lW. ~ D., - 68tf
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: The creamery has fresh buttermilk
daryl. Try your grocer frst-a num-
Der, of them handle buttermilk. The
Creamery. 52Stf
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FOR SALE-Family ice box. Enam-
eled inside, has 2 doors, $40.
J Phone 141-W., Berglund. 2-61O
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LADIES. PLEASE VOLUNTEER!
Wanted, 10 ladies to fry fish and
six ladies to roast beef for the Red
Cross dinner next Sunday. 1-61O
Wanted-5O pies and 80 loaves Of
bread. This will complete the Red
Cross dinner for next Sunday. 1910
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FOR SALE

FOR SALE-Large size malleable
range, nickle plated. Nearly new.
922 Minnesota Ave-. II 2-611
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FOR SALE-Cheap, house, barn and
chicken coop, and five acres. All
under cultivation. O. P. Grambo,
NymOre 7-611
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June Is. F. A. Hansen, 23rd St.,
Delton Ave. 3-61Y
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FOR SALES.--FUTURE house on easy
payments. John F. Gibbons. 59tf
FOR SALE-Five-room cottage with
city water and sewer. Lot is
3Ox15O feet and runs out to the
lake. Inquire at 1904 Dewey Ave.
or call 276. SIT
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1918-02-09
Kendall Quintet Quits With Coach Play Independent Basketball
College Stars on the
Camp B0dge Track Team

CAMP DODGE. Iowa. Feb y Capt
John l. griffin. director Of athletics
at this cantonment has begun lining
up his track possibilities for this
spring
Plans Tor outside competition are
somewhat indefinite but Captain Grlf-
fith anticipates meet with Camp
Funston and he Also viii enter a
number of teams in the Drake relay
carnival in Dcs Moiucs In April
Among the prominent contcnders for
places on the division track team are
four star Sprntcrs- Lieut. Harry
Shccrer ~ nrakr. Captain Jones OF
Wisconsin, Lieut. Tom knApcr OF
Notrc Dame ana Lieutenant King OF
Colorado college.
Lieut. Tom" Gardner ~ Vale used
TO De star pole vault man, and lr
THIS snme department Captain CRIT
mn has Lieutenant Rector Of Dart
mouth.