24 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1915
Page
1
At present, Carranza’s chieftain prefers to pause a border advance until about 3,000 men of known loyalty reach the border city. The cautious stance underscores the need for solid support before a major push.
A report notes renewed business activity in Mexico as hostilities wind down, highlighting optimism for trade and investment. Key industries anticipate growth with foreign buyers returning and local firms expanding operations.
Reports describe a tense scene in Juarez with American nationals ordered out and armed troops patrolling as crowds clash near financial offices. Authorities say martial-law levels are in effect and streets remain heavily monitored to restore order after protests over wages and local tensions.
Fragmentary dispatches describe Mexican military movements around Casas Grandes and Chihuahua City with references to General Trevino and General Merlinniverniy. Detailing plans for industry revival and loyalty pledges, the notes mention ongoing efforts to establish the Carranza government and troop maneuvers toward northern Sinaloa and the Heurat ranch area amid disrupted communications.
A wartime weather note describes relocations of American prisoners near Juarez and dispersal of Villa factions. It mentions Manuel Ochoa crossing to the American side, ranch thefts at Madera, and shifting commands around Juarez involving Paliza Robles Urbina and Pierre. Reprisals and allegiance shifts are noted amid surrender terms.
Washington reports that most American consulates in northern Mexico will reopen after Villa’s surrender and Carranza gains. Vice Consul arrived in Caranta to reopen the consulate while other posts prepare to resume duties. several vacancies will not be filled due to the absence of an recognized government. The Villa’s exact whereabouts remain unknown.
Reported movements show Trevine’s Carrineni forces advancing north from Nuevo Laredo toward Chihuahua City. Villa remnants, led by Cen d r incisue Villa, number several hundred men and are contested by Trevine’s entry with captured equipment including over 71,000 box ers and eight cannons. Venustians Carringa and associates retreat toward Celeneitn as troops maneuver for control.
C W Bryan seriously and perhaps fatally wounded by his brother in law who fled and is at large after a Tuesday shooting near Twin Mules about forty miles northeast of here. Witnesses say Bryan had discussed family matters prior to the violence and are unsure of a motive amid tense local tensions.
The Jewish War Sufferers Relief Committee met in New York to allocate $5,000,000 to aid victims in Europe. Funds will support Jewish colonization in Petrograd, relief for German Poland, Calician sufferers, and Jews in Palestine and Bialystok, with amounts assigned to each region.
Secretary Daniels may approve a board of experts recommendation to raise U S naval power to meet the needs of the country. The report urges strengthening the fleet to equal or surpass like powers abroad and argues for rapid measures to reward national defense priorities.
Secretary Daniels weighs a five year program costing about 500 million dollars annually to build the navy. He considers a policy to match the world’s strongest fleets and discusses building two dreadnoughts and two battle cruisers in the first year.
A mass repurchase of securities is described with figures indicating a billion and a half par value of American stocks and bonds involved. The report notes significant activity in this country with mention of European holdings and broad market implications.
Financial experts report that about 81.5 million in Anglo French loan securities were absorbed in the United States over sixteen months. Rail securities transferred from foreign to American owners totaled 486,892,135 par value, with additional purchases from foreigners estimated at 50.9 to 75 million. Analysts say Americans have reclaimed vast securities and the 50 million loan is nearly fully absorbed locally.
A garbled report notes no Norwegian participation in the Ford peace party drive. It mentions efforts by leaders including Governor T. Be Minna and reactions from Christiane papers while indicating unconfirmed plans and limited attendance at meetings.
A cryptic Danish report claims Henry Ford arranged a secret departure from the United States for a Norwegian American line ship to dodge justice and avoid scrutiny. The message suggests orders to treat a tired force and mishandled health amid a confusing sequence of moves.
A fragmented telegram mentions Pord Provably resting and disputes over a physician’s advice for Stent Foard to ally in a forum. It suggests he has not traveled to Bergen for the United States, with unclear references to Finse and Henry CIO.
Fragmentary text mentions Norways December 2 and quotes from Henry Ford style figure. The readable lines reference Parietee company, Achtians, and a restatement about unfounded rumors. Context remains uncertain due to corrupted OCR.
London reports that Sir George Palethorpe, a leading financial authority, argues wealth in England will not be destroyed by the war but will be rebuilt. He cites misdirected postwar spending and plans that fail to invest in productive capacity as the root of wealth loss, estimating annual drain near 400,600,000. He warns of temporary economic pressure from war to peace readjustment, yet confidence remains that national wealth will rebound.
Landon reports from Christiania that Pard shows unwavering sincerity and disregard for public opinion. The Morning Posts correspondent notes Pard is entirely innocent of any idea of international wrongdoing.
The closing session of Parliament hears speeches by Lord Robert Cecil Runciman and Balfour. Attish cabinet members declare free of jam mistakes during the debate as lawmakers discuss policy and governance.
London news reports First Lord of the Admiralty defending foreign policy amid cabinet unity questions. Lord Cecil rejects conspiracy claims, outlines a forthcoming white paper on the blockade, and defends allied coordination. Balfour addresses naval and merchant tonnage needs and war-time shipbuilding emphasis.
Mrs William Hafner and her newborn were found dead in their home on Huff Street. Four other children, Magdalene 15 months Julian 4 Frank 3 and Herbert 4, are in serious condition. Neighbors say the family had been destitute and suffering for some time.
Denver December 28 a winter storm is predicted across Colorado with a white Christmas likely as snow moves in tonight. Temperatures will fall sharply across the Rocky Mountain region with snow likely by morning in Denver.
A Texas suit filed against Hipolito Villa from San Antonio seeks over 16,000 dollars in alleged fraud. Maude Shae of Dallas accuses Villa of cattle loss and misdealings tied to a failed refund and a sale of 34 pieces of jewelry including car and rings. Villa was arrested in San Antonio on the charges and is en route to the location.
An American mining machinery company with operations in South Africa reports a British order barring further business due to alleged German control. The London manager protests to the British government and forwards a strong note to the U.S. State Department claiming innocence and asserting alliance support.
President Wilson received a Secretary Lansing recommendation on foreign affairs. He discussed letters with his stenographer and dictated replies to Sun letters. no plan for Col. House to visit before Europe. The couple enjoyed golf with service members as caddies, declined some social invites, and toured nearby historic sites during their wedding trip.
An official account from Athene describes a Bulgarian detachment advancing to pursue a Serbian unit. A Greek frontier detachment engaged the Bulgars for three hours, forcing a heavy retreat. The Greek government demanded punishment for the officer responsible and received assurances from the Hungarian authorities.
The article reports skepticism in England over Turkish and German aims at Suez and Salonika, noting Greek martial law fears, Austro German offensives in the Balkans, and Russian winter operations likely to influence a broader war as December advances.
Berlin dispatch reports the Austro Hungarian general staff states the Italian front is unchanged with heavy artillery duels in the Giustitia district. An Italian battalion attack on Podgora failed and a small Montenegrin detachment north of the Tara Mountains was captured after a brief fight.
Semi official Tehran reports say Russian forces clash twenty five miles from Tehran at Rabatakerim with Emir Khis himet gendarmes. Telegraphic communications cut. no further details available as fighting advances toward the capital.
A petition signed by 39 034 Manitoba women requesting enfranchisement was presented to Premier Norris by the Political Equality League. Norris pledged the government hopes to bring the equal suffrage bill before the legislature.
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