19 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1914
Page
1
War zone brief reports say the British expeditionary force of over 100000 lands safely in French and Belgian ports and aims to join allies. French officials report German withdrawal from Sarrebourg while Liege forts remain intact. Belgians resist as Berlin advances are checked.
From London to Brussels reports describe ongoing reconnaissance across the front as powers weigh uncertain factors. Censorship tightens as British and Japanese wartime practices echo, while Britain Eyes rapid continental landings and secure sea lanes amid debates on French and Russian strengths.
A Belgian expelled journalist reports from Ostend that the great battle began Saturday with an attack on French positions near Dinant. He notes a feint near Waterloo failed, followed by a German push with cavalry, infantry, and artillery that was countered by Belgian forces. The main German assault reportedly moved from Saint Trond.
War bulletin roundups from Aug. 19 describe Belgian forts at Liege reportedly dynamited or still resisting while surrounded by German forces. Dispatches note German advances toward the Belgian center checked, with ongoing patrol clashes and no confirmed battlefield collapses.
Carranza's obstinacy nearly forced US intervention to occupy Mexico City for the sake of American safety after a recent flare up in the Mexican conflict. The report notes tense moments and calls for vigilance as diplomacy continued.
President Wilson receives a long message from Emperor William discussing the condition of belligerents amid war interests. Officials in Washington are working to interpret the terms and potential impact on policy and neutral rights.
Washington reports reveal that as President Wilson faced pressure from his cabinet to send U S troops to Mexico City to stabilize order, he resisted, fearing war with the constitutionalists. The Carbajal government sought coaling rights and border deals, while Ful ler and Carothers worked to unite Villa and Carranza toward a provisional peace.
Washington reports show President Wilson appeals for nonpartisan sentiment amid a widening European crisis. German Emperor William’s message to the president is described as non-protest, cautioning about mobilization triggers while Japan’s ultimatum looms. Officials note U.S. interests in China seas and Pacific possessions, with Britain and Japan signaling actions confined to East Asia.
In Mexico City authorities maintain order and push for peace by ordering eight day delivery of arms, suspending passenger and freight trains for searches to curb arms shipments. Carranza moves headquarters to outskirts ahead of anticipated entry as provisional president next Thursday.
General Villa arrived in Chihuahua City from Camargo where he met George Carothers, special agent of the state department, who carried a message from the American government. The contents are unknown but thought to urge unity with Carranza. Troop movements were reportedly being prepared for a southern direction.
The steamship Victoria arrived from Nome Alaska with 26000 in gold bullion seized from Edward Peninsula placer mines.
The article notes Germany’s desire to neutralize the Far East conflict and keep operations out of Europe, while Japan presses for control of Kiao-Chow. It cites German estimates of 3,500 residents and officials there, warns of heavy civilian suffering in a siege, and suggests little chance Japan will accept a compromise or withdraw via China.
Washington Aug 18 reports say the president will nominate T W Gregory to be attorney general to succeed McReynolds and will seek Senate confirmation. Gregory a special assistant AG oversees the New Haven railroad probe and is a Texas native aged 53.
Fair east, thunder showers west and northwest. Wednesday and Thursday expect fair skies overall. Temperatures moderate with changing conditions across regions.
The British Army has landed on French soil with no casualties reported during the crossing of the English Channel. The operation proceeded successfully and orderly, commending the transport and embarkation details as routine under wartime conditions.
Earl Kitchener explains to the public why strict censorship was necessary during the movement. He argues the nation's unity and discipline depend on controlling information and maintaining morale.
London observers report a calm city as troops move through streets, with parks and barracks showing orderly urgency. Public life continues, shops adapt, and newspapers celebrate secrecy of troop movements while signaling a three year enlistment call and rising wartime preparations.
The Day in Congress reports Hoke Smith bill to license cotton warehouses favorably noted. Smoot bill for government purchase of twenty five million ounces of silver sent to sub committee for conference with Secretary McAdoo. Chilton introduces resolution to probe Standard Oil price fixing of crude petroleum via pipelines. Clayton trust bill debate continues before recess from 5 40 p m to 8 p m to consider omnibus bill.
At noon the senate passed a resolution authorizing the American Red Cross to fly the flag on a foreign relief ship. Debate on administration conservation bills continued. A bill to regulate opium traffic was sent to conference while Slayden of Texas spoke for world disarmament. Consideration of water power on public domain resumed and a naval committee review of a bill authorizing cruisers for mail and freight to South America continued. Adjournment followed at 5 06 p m until noon Wednesday.
The official war information bureau reports that the British expeditionary forces have landed safely on the French shore. Troops assembled at Dublin Liverpool and Eastbourne with transports moving under escort of warships before camps were struck for the over sea voyage.
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