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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1917
Page
1
Canadian troops push two thousand yards deeper into German positions near Lens as the Italian Isonzo offensive advances rapidly. More than ten thousand Austrian prisoners reported taken. French gains hold on the front.
President Wilson set provisional bituminous coal prices by district based on cost of production and announced future steps to control distribution and midmen charges. The move follows transportation priority orders and signals a centralized one man coal control entity may be formed after war needs end.
Denver August 21 forecast for New Mexico calls for Wednesday and likely Thursday fair skies with warmer conditions in the northwest portion.
Summary of yesterday's weather shows a maximum of 94 degrees and minimum of 59 with a 35 degree range. At 6 p.m. the temperature was 85 with a clear sky and a southwest wind.
Arthur Shattuck concert pianist and Wisconsin paper manfacturer inherited a large estate from FP S Shattuck and gave all estate income to war relief for the war's duration. Harris Trust and Savings Bank named trustee to manage more than 50 000 dollars annually for relief aiding European musician colleagues in distress.
The week ending reports British casualties at 14 243. Officers and men killed and died of wounds total 2 573 with 2 548 soldiers and 825 officers. Wounded and missing include 846 officers and 10 524 men, totaling 11 370. Overall losses 14 243.
Massachusetts Senator Weeks will introduce in the Senate a bill to fix an annual tax of one dollar on every dog nationwide. The plan was announced at a national sheep and wool bureau meeting where businessmen agreed to cooperate with the government in a campaign for more sheep and more wool.
American forces sent overseas will carry at least two rifles per soldier to guard against loss and wear. Training rifles may be reused by alternate groups at camps until a large import of Enfield rifles arrives after mobilization. Enfields, chambered for American ammo, are deemed superior to British guns in power range and weather stability.
Chicago August 21 Wheat deliveries on future contracts will not be made after September 1 according to the Chicago board of trade directors. President Griffin said no price would be set for September settlements until the government price fixing committee decides. The move follows a request from the federal food administration.
Ferguson refuses to disclose the source of $196000 loaned to cover bank payments. A court may compel him to reveal Sam’s origin and possibly force him from office.
The Texas House committee voted 70 to 56 that Governor Ferguson must disclose who lent him 156000 to pay bank debts. Ferguson refused to name lenders, saying he would rather go bankrupt and resign than reveal sources. The ruling followed cross examination and an appeal over admissibility.
French forces press north of Verdun capturing important positions from Crown Prince units. General Petain's leadership cited as driving continued hard smashing assaults against Kaiser forces. The engagement tightens the front with reports of notable advances and reinforced French material.
French and Canadian forces push forward north of Verdun and near Lens as they seize key positions. French gains include Cote Laffie Regneville Lamoxneux and trenches along Hill 344 while Canadians take ground west of Lens and halt German counterattacks. German reports claim counterattacks recaptured ground but French and Allied losses mount in ongoing Verdun and northern campaigns.
Federal officers detained fifteen Germans at Tripp, Hutchinson County, for alleged violation of the draft act. They were moved to Yankton for a preliminary hearing before United States Commissioner BEFP White. Many spoke little English and reportedly signed a petition protesting the draft.
The Kaquitable Life Assurance society stockholders approved mutualizing today in New York. Directors had already endorsed the plan. The proposal will be mailed to the 100,000 policy holders for a final vote.
London reports Parliament recessed today until October 46. The move pauses sessions as lawmakers adjourn after a day of debate in the House.
Fifteen young German socialists arrested on espionage act charges were released on $5,000 bond each after waiving examination at a preliminary hearing before U S Commissioner T White. They will stand trial at the next term of the federal district court.
Curtis Ackerman editor of a German language paper in Little Rock was arrested on August 21 at the direction of the U S Attorney General for publishing material encouraging draft law violations. He was bound over to the federal grand jury on a $2500 bond after an August 8 arrest.
British light naval forces destroyed a Zeppelin air ship off the Jutland coast this morning. The official communication says there were no survivors among the airship crew.
London august 21 The vote in favor of sending labor delegates to Stockholm stood 1234060 to 1251000.
The battle rages with Austrian defenses between Corte and Selo and near Stardlokva. Over 16 000 prisoners reported plus 243 officers captured. In Galicia Russians hold, in Romania ground ceded near Ocna. Aerial fighting between Allies and Germans continues with many machines down. British ships destroy a German Zeppelin off Denmark. crew perishes.
Aug 21 report says Verdun battle continues with French gains on both banks of the Meuse. Left bank captures Regneville and Cote L Oie. right bank takes Samogneux and a fortified trench system linking to Hill 344. German counterattacks repulsed. prisoners taken.
More than 100 agricultural experts from twelve states gather in Kansas City for a two day middle western food production conference under the direction of the department of agriculture. Plans focus on increasing winter wheat and rye acreage with Dr. Raymond A. Pearson among the department representatives.
The War Department will issue official summaries of U S war activities a few days after troops enter action in France with weekly follow ups. Secretary Baker said statements will be limited to what military advisers deem wise and sanitized for publication. Navy news on disasters will be delayed but truthful, while the army is kept in the dark on many details.
Canadian troops marching to attack Germans near Lens at dawn clash in an open field in what is described as the war’s bloodiest battle. Surprising mutual engagement unfolds as artillery and rifle fire erupt.
Dominion forces push through Teu territory in close quarters combat. Units assault trenches with bombs and bayonets as troops press the line, following orders to advance under fire.
Fierce fighting rages on the Lens outskirts as Canadian forces advance stockpiling positions northwest and southwest of the city. Bombs and bayonets rout German counterattacks. heavy casualties appear probable as Canadians enclose the heart of Lens while securing railway embankments and colliery sidings. Initial reports note no casualty totals yet.
Canadian reports from near Lens France describe intense ground combat with heavy weaponry in a southeasterly sector two miles from a sean circle. Cellars in the area are filled with machine guns and mortars as双方 exchange hard hitting fire.
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