20 Aug 1916
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1916
Page
1
General Funston reports to Washington that American troops should be brought across the border. The suggestion follows talks on reducing ground forces in the Mexican theater and reshaping border deployment.
Washington reports that General Funston urged withdrawing American troops from Mexico. The Joint Commission on border issues is expected to accept the plan promptly. White House action hinges on security guarantees amid bandit raids and protocol drafting. Secretary Lansing and Ambassador designate Arredondo to finalize delegation details.
Mrs. Douglas Gorman of Baltimore, staying with her parents in Rye, is reported to have infantile paralysis. The illness sparked a health department warning urging parents away from the city with children as cases rise in Greater New York.
Washington Aug 19 congress eyed a potential clash over President Wilson's veto of the army appropriation bill. Chairman Hay of the house military committee signaled acquiescence to pass the bill with a revised articles of war. He denied his objection to the exemption article was stirred by retired officers. He named General Ainsworth as the officer linked to the claim.
Congress notes a rerun consideration of the federal workmen's compensation bill and reports passage of the measure before adjourning at 6 21 P M. The House is not in session now and will meet Tuesday with Patil noon Monday.
Fragmentary weather notes mention Denver New Mexico and eastern portions with missing details. The readable lines point to a partial forecast or report on regional conditions without clear dates or specifics.
A brief weather paragraph reports yesterday ending at 6 PM with a maximum temperature around 72 degrees and a similar cool low. An east wind and partly cloudy conditions are noted alongside an observation about injustices faced by retired officers.
Washington reports indicate Major General Funston recommended an immediate withdrawal from Mexico. Secretary Baker and General Pershing aides met with General Funston and General Pershing while President Wilson was briefed on the situation.
Aug 19 from El Paso reports no action toward a general Mexican withdrawal. The American expedition is in a compact line from Columbus New Mexico to El Valle Chihuahua about two hundred miles, with HQ at Colonia Deblan. Juarez and Carranza generals welcomed Funston's withdrawal suggestion, hoping to ease regional tensions.
New York reports the release from Austrian prison in Vienna of Miss Alice Masaryk daughter of an American woman accused of high treason. The Austrian consul general Alexander von Nuber announced the freeing of Miss Masaryk who died, and she was released on July 24.
China protested to Japan over dispatch of about 2 000 troops to Cheng Chiatung in eastern Mongolia after clashes between Chinese and Japanese forces. Reports say a Chinese magistrate was arrested after attempting to enforce orders against nomadic bandits, prompting Japanese resistance and casualties on both sides. The Japanese cabinet discussed the incident, while Chinese officials expect no immediate escalation.
The workmen's compensation bill to provide uniform benefits for government employees who are disabled and support for their families in case of death was passed by the Senate in nearly the same form as the House. It guarantees two thirds wages during disability with medical attendance and a three member commission at four thousand dollars yearly. The bill, drafted by the American Association for Labor Legislation, names Irving Fisher as president and includes figures such as President Wilson Jane Addams and Justice Brandeis among the vice presidents. The measure goes to the president next week.
A long anticipated offensive is reported in progress on Salonik and across fronts. The Grand Assault Against Central Powers extends through every theater of World War II, signaling intensified fighting and broad strategic push.
Reports say British and French forces push gains north of the Somme in France while Haig’s troops gain 200 to 600 yards along a two mile front. French and Russian actions stretch from the Balkans toward Greece and Serbia, with Austrians retreating in the Carpathians and air raids hitting Venice and other targets.
Berlin reports the German and allied forces on the flank and front lines are continuing operations with success, per an official Klodwy statement received via London. The dispatch notes the battles on the retreating fronts and claims progress against opposing forces.
Berlin reports that Russian attacks on the Austro German army under General Roehm-Ermoth have largely failed, with efforts having ceased. The Italian front also sees repulsed assaults in the Isenze region according to today’s official Austrian report.
Houston Aug 19 Governor E F Dunne of Illinois arrived after inspecting military conditions along the border. He said he came to Texas to satisfy himself about the soldiers conditions and found their physical condition excellent and their surroundings cool. He praised efforts to ensure comfort for the troops.
Reports from Rockport and coastal towns describe drowning deaths and widespread property damage. Long distance messages indicate crops destroyed along the gulf coast and damage to causeways and railway trestles. Lined communications with Corpus Christi were restored as storms passed.
Corpus Christi Texas reports heavy damage along the beach front with three feet of flood in a district and the North Beach hotel roof blown off. Several structures and a railroad trestle were washed away while many guests were evacuated and some drownings reported but not confirmed.
Reports from San Antonio indicate the tropical storm battered the Texas coast, clipping Brownsville camps and flooding towns. Corpus Christi suffered broken winds up to 70 mph, with many homes, cottages, and boats damaged while losses mounted.
Casualties reported from a tropical storm near Shreckport and coastal areas about twelve miles north of Port Aransas Texas with exact numbers not learned. Message indicates many caught in the storm while in small formed positions and the system mentions Corpus Christi Port Aransas and Aransas Pass as near locations.
Republican nominee Charles Hughes travels to Oakland and San Francisco delivering speeches to packed audiences. He outlines policy priorities and urges unity as he campaigns across the state.
The speaker argues federal standards should guide all government activity, ensuring certainty and proper tribunals for administrative decisions. He warns against exvertness and appeasing interests, urging regulation based on facts and common sense. The text notes campaign travel: Stockton, Bencronmento, San Francisco to Los Angeles and Sacramento to Iteng, Nev.
Privates Michael J. Toop and Samuel Moore of the First Artillery, stationed at El Paso, were arrested after a fight with a railway special officer on a Southern Pacific train. They received ten days in jail as General Grane orders an investigation for AWOL while they were bound for California.
Senator Reed of Missouri defends Samuel Gompers against Senator Sherman who branded the AFL leader as a conservative force. Reed rejects linking Gompers to the McNamaras and denounces the attack as unfair while noting debates and political friction surrounding labor leadership.
President Wilson met with railroad leaders as talks continued over arbitration and a proposed settlement. He endorses an eight hour day as a concession but stresses it could be temporary and subject to investigation by a commission. Officials say a strike remains possible with talks continuing next week.
The New York Herald will announce a weekday price reduction from three cents to one cent for New York City and nearby districts. The change takes effect on Tuesday, August.
Denver Aug. 5 a Kansas City man Billings enlisted in the Colorado national guard and is jailed on desertion charges after saying he did not know L was a United States soldier and believed L was only a volunteer. He had gone to Leadville before this admission.
Mexico City Brigadier General P Elias Calles promoted to command of military operations in the Yaqui country replacing General Enrique Herrada who is ordered to Jalisco as military governor of Sonora and moved from his post.
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