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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1917
Page
1
British and Canadian forces repulsed three German counter-attacks northeast of Lens as heavy shelling and a strong British barrage aided the advance. A wounded artillery observer praised the curtain of steel and the superiority of Allied fire, noting rapid progress toward Langemarck and surrounding areas.
Denver dispatch forecasts Saturday and Sunday fair weather in New Mexico with little change in temperature.
A 24 hour weather summary reports the high of 86 degrees and low of 66 with a 26 degree range. At 6 pm the temperature was 79, winds from the northwest, conditions partly cloudy with 0.31 inches of rain.
A frontline report describes flooded fields and mud hindering advance near Langemarck. Artillery softened defenses but dugouts and concrete shelters resisted bombing, leaving German troops imprisoned inside while allied bombers waited.
Governor James E Ferguson testified in his defense against Speaker Fuller’s charges, denying five of thirteen allegations. He described finances including mansion expenses, a Temple bank loan, and notes totaling about 170000 dollars, blaming clerical errors and convenient arrangements while outlining efforts to settle debts and secure credits.
President Wilson hears operators plead for time to lower prices as government action to commandeer goal output nears. Officials promise to balance needs of industry with national demand while considering easing measures. Prices stay under scrutiny amid mounting pressure from workers and merchants.
President Wilson considers government price fixing and coal seizures as the federal trade commission wraps up a costs study. Miners and operators demand a share of profits and threaten strikes while railroads face penalties for slow car distribution under new law parameters.
In the Senate rapid movement shapes the War Taa bill as motor vehicle provisions undergo broad changes. Several House provisions are altered with notable increases in some cases and agreement on others. The action signals a tense passage with key reforms affecting automotive standards and funding.
Senate action on the $2.006 billion war tax bill pares back auto and wine taxes. The finance panel revisions set motor vehicle levies for owners not used in business and add a $10 per $500 value surtax on cars over $5,000, with various annual fees for different price ranges and a 60 percent maximum credit for depreciation.
Adolph Germer national secretary of the socialist party was rearrested on espionage charges for a public speech against conscription delivered August 9 at a mass meeting. The case, set for next Wednesday before Federal Judge Carpenter, follows a Wilson Gregory review and centers on alleged reports promoting disloyalty in the U S army. Germer claimed his words reflected legal rights and denied disloyal intent.
One week after Jose Inez Salazar was killed at Nogales ranch, Villa’s commander Chico Cano, a Villa colonel in the Ojinaga district, was shot and killed opposite Ruidosa Texas. The killing arose from a feud and adds to a string of violence surrounding Villa’s forces.
Missouri Attorney General McAllister threatened seizure and operation of all coal mines in the state to curb alleged anti trust violations by coal operators and dealers. He said he may prosecute individuals under the state anti trust law and would urge Governor Gardner to act to relieve consumers from excessive profits.
Viscount Ishii head of the imperial Japanese mission to the United States donated $200 to the widows and orphans fund for the local police department before leaving Washington. The gesture was disclosed today as he continued his official duties during the mission.
London reports from August 17 describe French and British advances near Ypres and the River Steenbeke with 24 German guns captured. Canadians hold and secure newly won positions west of Lens and total prisoners reach 1,120. German claims of recapture are labeled misstatements by the official press bureau.
German counterattacks near Ypres faltered with severe losses and no resumed efforts to reclaim ground. Allies report gains near Steenbeke river and along Yser canal with 1,800 prisoners and twenty four guns captured. London denies German claims Langemarck still in German hands and asserts British gains beyond the village.
Former Indiana senator and 1908 Democratic vice presidential nominee John W. Kern died in Asheville North Carolina at age 68 from uraemic poisoning. He retired from the Senate in March and served as majority floor leader and Democratic conference committee chairman.
report from Petrograd notes German offensive along the Aisne front faltering with French artillery stopping a front assault. Canadian captures reach 1129 as crown prince’s efforts on the Meuse and east of Cerny fail. Austro German drive in Moldavia slows under Russian Romanian resistance near Fokshani and the Sereth River.
New York will host the food administration’s $50 000 000 wheat buying corporation with Julius Barnes and staff moving to the city to open offices. Twelve regional offices will report to the central body as a committee led by President Garfield of Williams College sets 1917 wheat price before control becomes operative on September 1.
Washington dispatch reports Provost Marshal General Crowder urged governors to speed exemption appeal boards to avoid delaying the September 5 draft. Delays could push nonclaimants into vacancies, while districts must meet 30 percent of quota on first call. Wilson stated aliens draft diplomacy would proceed as circumstances permit.
The Navy League issued a statement accusing Secretary Daniels of throttling naval officers' free speech and suppressing a complaint by Vice Admiral Sims about lack of warning to American ships bound for France. Eight officers reportedly signed the protest, and the league claims Daniels barred disclosure of Mare Island explosion details, prompting alleged retaliation against the informant. Daniels did not comment.
Second Big Unit to Be Made Up of New England Troops Believed Formed. Informed circles report the division will compose a major force destined for Europe.
Washington reports indicate the Forty-second division mobilizing at Mineola L I and the Twenty-sixth division led by Maj. Gen. Clarence Edwards may join the expedition abroad. No official departure date or time of embarkation has been announced.
Pueblo Colorado August 17. Private Fred Boll of Camp J Gunter is to face charges of making seditious remarks. He allegedly said he would not worry joining the German army. Boll was arrested late last night and jailed awaiting federal action.
Two fast flying planes crashed 800 feet above Armour Heights. Cadet H. J. Dorr died from a broken neck and severe burns. The second pilot, unnamed in reports, managed to land safely after the midair explosion.
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