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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1914
Page
1
Financial leaders suspect a banker syndicate aims to seize German steamers in American ports amid ongoing war reporting despite denials. The potential shift in control threatens shipping and trade in key hubs.
The Morning Journal notes firmer domestic trade as German gains push exchange rates higher and banks seek credits from London and Paris. A bankers’ committee on foreign exchange outlines settlement rules for open market drafts and letters of credit while speculation links shipping assets to the war impact.
The Senate met at noon to resume debate on the Clayton trust bill and began consideration of the nomination of Attorney General McReynolds as associate Justice. A sub committee was appointed to hear impeachment charges against Federal Judge Day ton of West Virginia. Special rules for war risk and Philippine independence bills were agreed. The government standard cotton grades bill was favorably reported and work started on a government owned ships line. The seamen relief bill passed without a recorded vote and the session adjourned at 5 13 p m to noon Friday.
The text recommends that when a draft is liquidated in a currency different from the original, the conversion rate used should be the rate in effect at the time the draft was bought. It notes diversions to other ports and resale of drafts as context for this rule.
Dr Alexis Carrel at Lyons hospital reports French wounded arriving daily in good condition with no fever and well dressed wounds. He notes many German wounded also arrive and their wound care appears inferior resulting in frequent infections.
The seamen's relief bill to regulate merchant marine service conditions passed the House without a record vote. Republican Leater Mann urged calm nonpartisan conduct as war rages in Europe. Representative Humphrey warned enforcement could strain ties with Japan.
British marines have occupied Ostend to prevent German forces from establishing a foothold on the English Channel, reports from London dated August 17. The deployment aims to guard the coast and deter further incursions.
The Daily Graphic condemns strict censorship saying concealment breeds anxiety and distrust. It argues English citizens are not children and must know the truth to foster national cooperation and morale during war. The piece stresses the moral element of wartime policy and transparency with the public.
London August 27 British newspapers protest censorship that hides military operations from the public. Premier Asquith defends information policy stating officials will provide all nonprejudicial, timely details to relieve strain on families of those on active service.
President Wilson leaves Washington for the summer White House at Cornish New Hampshire to stay until Tuesday or Wednesday. He will work on a proclamation suspending parts of the navigation laws to let foreign ships owned by Americans register more easily under the new act of Congress.
British Premier Herbert Asquith lauds Belgium for its heroic resistance in the early World War context. He asserts England would not have abandoned Belgium, save for necessity and honor, highlighting national sacrifice and allied resolve.
Prime Minister Asquith addressed the House of Commons urging Belgium’s defense and highlighting Britain’s duty to uphold international obligations. He praised Belgian King and people for resisting invasion and pledged wholehearted support to preserve Belgium’s independence and the sanctity of treaties.
The United States announced it will dispatch the warship North Carolina to Constantinople with gold to aid Americans in the Ottoman Empire. Diplomats anticipate Turkey may join the European conflict, while Americans abroad are urged to depart as relief funds are distributed.
Returns from Tuesday's primary indicate governors and senate nominees. Governor selections include John D. Fredericks Republican and Hiram W. Johnson Democrat and incumbent Progressive. United States Senator choices feature Joseph R. Knowland Republican James J. Phelan Democrat Francis J. Heney Progressive.
Rome reports that seventeen cardinal electors may be held by German forces in Liege as hostages. The news came during the seventh congregation as the conclave to elect a successor to Pope Pius prepares to proceed.
Columbus August 27 The state central committee of the prohibition party at a meeting here today endorsed the progressive state platform.
A boom for former Governor William Sulzer to head the state ticket was the feature of the progressive state conference in Allcn N Aug 27. Colonel Roosevelt did not attend.
London reports in the House of Commons that the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse, a 14 349 ton armed cruiser of the North German Lloyd line built in 1897, was sunk by the Highflier off the west coast of Africa. Survivors were landed. Highflier’s casualties were one killed and five wounded.
France expressed disapproval of the plan to grow a merchant marine by buying foreign ships. President Wilson discussed the issue with Jules Juster and the French ambassador, who warned that buying German vessels would empower Germany and potentially aid German food supplies, tying neutral aid concerns to the policy.
London reports publish official account of final talks between Sir William Goschen and Berlin. The German emperor renounced British titles and expelled himself from field marshal and admiral roles after Britain joined allied nations. Gerard, American ambassador, aided by staff, helped protect British subjects amid hostile mob scenes.
A fragment reports Gaston Costet, a language instructor at the Naval Academy and naturalized American, was detained in France while on vacation and drafted into the French army. The note notes he is in Prance and connects the incident to Annapolis Maryland dated August 27.
Hale Holden of Chicago was today elected president of the Chicago Burlington and Quin ley railroad to succeed the late Darius Miller.
London dispatch reports a 250 mile battle line as French and British forces halt German advances through Lille Valenciennes and Roubaix. Joffre hails British valor while Kaiser's ships feature in distant clashes as Russia presses toward Berlin and diplomacy sours with Japan.
Paris reports General De La Croix argues the Franco-Belgian frontier crisis and the Russia-Germany war are linked. He says Russia advances in eastern Prussia and Galicia, while Germany must shift forces from France to meet the eastern threat. He urges decisive action to prevent German troop withdrawals and that the northern army must act when the moment arrives.
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