06 Aug 1915
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1915
Page
1
Admiral Caperton reports that factions agree to disarm and peace is to be established soon in the Black Republic. The proclamation follows tense negotiations and signals a potential halt in hostilities among rival groups.
An American ship opens fire with warnings near Cape Haitien to deter revolutionists from landing while political tensions rise. General Bobo is reported as the likely next president amid the turmoil.
Port au Prince Haiti Aug 5 American forces from the battleship Connecticut occupied the national fortress overlooking the town without a clash. A proclamation signed by the president of the revolutionary committee protests force used against a friendly republic.
Washington reports a message from Rear Admiral Caperton that Resolve Bobo's rebels will disarm on arrival in Port au Prince. General Blot's forces subdued in the north. Bobo's troops moving toward the capital with hopes of a peaceful turnover. Caperton notes order from Haiti committees to keep peace and a cautious American naval presence remains offshore.
A McAdoo committee in New York planned a tour of South and Central America by American business leaders. James A. Farrell of U S Steel chaired the meeting, aiming to strengthen U S Latin American trade relations. Delegates may travel singly or in groups. a planning committee was formed.
Uniformed officers on the 26 story city building roof used army style flag signals to communicate with nearby precincts amid a move to adopt a city wide signal system. Police Commissioner Woods said the scheme will link all precincts across five boroughs and allow ten thousand officers to operate without telegraph or telephone wires in emergencies. Harbor police have also been taught the system.
The Holland American line steamer Ryndam arrives from Rotterdam with 108 Belgian refugees, mainly children, many with relatives in the United States. Rev. Henry Syoen led the group, aided by German authorities, to bring families left behind when heads of households emigrated.
German Americans celebrated German day at the Panama-Pacific exposition in San Francisco. They paraded through the city and gathered for an audience with Franz Bopp, sang Deutschland Uber Alles and The Star Spangled Banner, and cheered news of Warsaw. Dr. C J Hexamer of Philadelphia, re-elected president of the National German American Alliance, urged preservation of fatherland ideals. The celebration followed the alliance's three day convention.
William Mc Henry, formerly chief inspector at Denver, becomes inspector in charge at Cincinnati succeeding William F. Moore. Morse, an inspector from Spokane, is appointed inspector in charge at Heston, filling vacancies in the three district offices.
London Aug 65 Speaking to ten thousand Welshmen at Bangor Lloyd George warned of the fall of Warsaw and urged hope in the regeneration of Russia. He said Austria and Prussia are renewing the Russian people by breaking the old chains and hammering a sword that will destroy them.
Dr. Alexis Carrel and Dr. Henry Dakin report a new antiseptic based on hydrochlorite of lime mixed with carbonate of lime and boric acid. They claim the formula fixes tissue injury and acidity, preventing infection when applied promptly.
Roeton special wage board report sets pay scales for women and minors. Women over 18 in retail receive 4.50 weekly. experienced workers 1 year required. Inexperienced women over 18 get at least 7 weekly. Ages 17 and 18 get 6. under 17 receive at least 5.
About 50,000 Du Pont Powder company employees in Wilmington Delaware were told today that their working day would be reduced from ten hours to eight while wages stay at current levels. The change takes effect September 15 and applies to all departments.
A carefully worked out program is being developed through experts from the Army and Navy. The plan aims to establish preparedness as the central theme in the president’s forthcoming address.
President Wilson plans to consult with the heads of the Senate and House military and naval affairs committees and with Secretaries Garrison and Daniels before finalizing a national defense program. He aims to present a united, friction-free plan to Congress, awaiting reports from Garrison and Daniels.
The Chicago and Milwaukee lake steamer Christpher Columbus underwent stability testing ordered after the Hastland disaster. Seven thousand five hundred sand bags, totaling about 740000 pounds, were loaded to tip the vessel to balance. The test showed the ship listed twelve degrees and was deemed successful by naval officials.
London editorial writers assess the fall of Warsaw highlighting its political shock and varied military implications. They warn that while strategic gains may be limited, the event strains Russia and tests allied powers, with emphasis on morale and future actions.
Yesterday’s war bulletin reports Warsaw captured by Bavarian forces under Prince Leopold, Russian retreat toward Minsk, and German pressure widening across Poland and northwestern Russia. Evacuations accelerate in Riga as Teutonic troops strike toward Lomza Otrey and Wyszkow, with major eastern fronts reshaping the map.
French naval forces demonstrated off Sighadjik Scala Nova and Spelia on the Anatolian coast. Sighadjik was bombarded August 1 destroying the customs house and fortifications. Next day armored cruiser shelled Scala Nova fortifications and a western point while other ships hit Spelia, a presumed submarine supply depot.
A Pan American conference at the State Department seeks a peaceful settlement in Mexico. Diplomatic leaders including Naon De Gama Suarez Mendez Calderon and De Pena travel to press Carranza to lay down arms and accept a constitutional government. If Carranza refuses, the United States may seek recognition of a new regime while Villa Zapata factions appear ready to join a peace process.
Reports describe a possible conference to name a provisional Mexican president and form a government with U S and Latin American support. An embargo on arms would back the regime, with further steps outlined by the president but not disclosed. Negotiations with Fe lipe Angeles Diag Lombardo Manuel Jonilla and Villa yielded general support for peace and the plan. Villa offered to step aside if peace is assured as talks focus on Carranza’s reply.
In Laredo Aug reports say Consul General Hanna arrived and avoided discussing Monterey food shortages, noting they were not exaggerated. Monterey residents are said to be enthusiastic over Carranza victories and US recognition may be near. Obregon and staff reportedly entered Monterey. Affidavits show five of twelve foreign ships to be bought under American registry by Trans Atlantic with Hugo Stinnes financing. transfers deemed legal by the State Department.
The French chamber of deputies opened its session after the war anniversary with a display of patriotism. President Deschanel led the meeting, praising France’s wartime unity and recalling Joan of Arc and Valmy. Premier Viviani and President Poincare underscored the sacred union of political parties as vital to victory. Poincare stressed that only a peace guaranteeing Europe’s security is acceptable.
Rear Admiral Charlies J. Dodger will retire due to age but will remain on duty indefinitely. He will work with the army and navy joint board and the navy general board on national defense problems.
A cold wave hit Chicago with the coolest August day in 31 years. From midnight to 10 am the thermometer showed 10 degrees with a rise to 60 by 11 am. Overcoats appeared on many streets as residents faced the chilly change.
German and Austrian forces push deeper into Poland and nearby fronts. Warsaw falls to Bavarian troops under Prince Leopold as Germanic forces press from the Narew, Vistula, and Bug corridors while Russian Rear guards delay retreat. Analysts expect large scale further moves across the Western and Eastern fronts amid strained communications and refugee flows.
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