28 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1916
Page
1
German diplomats are expected to reply to Washington with a term that officials deem confidential. The approach signals no concern that the public reply misses the American request.
Washington notes the Entente unity on no early peace talks without terms, while Germany previews possible confidential terms to Wilson. German envoy confirms acceptance of Wilson notes urging a conference, with Berlin seeking a future world order and arbitration court.
Weather outlook shows scattered showers across the city with a cooler breeze. Highs reach the mid 60s and lows fall to the mid 50s as misty conditions ease tonight.
The Vossische Zeitung comments on the Swiss note about neutrality and nonparticipation in fighting. It praises Switzerland for maintaining honesty and neutrality throughout the war and anticipates sympathy for neutral positions.
From Paris, December 27 the Italian daily Giornale d Italia treats President Wilsons message to the warring powers as a pivotal moment. It recalls President Lincolns rejection of foreign intervention in the Civil War and urges Sonninos reply to match that resolve.
Dense fog blankets London during a long December night, halting surface traffic as omnibuses and taxis vanish. Underground services struggle to cope with crowds while rail links to and from the city are suspended, forcing pedestrians to rely on torches and flashlights.
The Anzeiger of Berlin says Germany should not delay replying to President Wilson and may urge enemies to send representatives to a neutral site for peace talks. The Tagliche Hundsehan of Berlin reports Berlin’s government seeks to bring about talks with foes despite cautious optimism.
Vienna dispatches state Emperor Charles and Empress Zita will travel to Budapest for the coronation ceremony. A large suite accompanies the imperial party as they begin the journey to the Hungarian capital for the historic event.
Reports describe attacks on Chihuahua in Juarez at dawn. Villa is said to be moving with five thousand men from Torreon toward the state capital, signaling mobilization in the region.
Reports from border towns say Villa forces计划 to attack Chihuahua City and Juarez simultaneously to open rail traffic south to Torreon. A refugee claims 8 000 troops move north from Torreon with a 600-strong force at Calderon ranch near Juarez. Unconfirmed skirmishes near Juarez and San Luis Potosi.
Railroads and unions unite to block a compulsory arbitration bill. Leaders and members say the measure threatens labor rights and industry stability as they press lawmakers for rejection. local officials urge restraint while public opinion divides on the proposed policy.
National conference representatives of railways and four railway brotherhoods resume talks in New York to determine practical application of the Adamson Act if upheld by the Supreme Court. Aim to avoid court battles, seek mutual pay terms and preserve existing remuneration from January 1, 1916 until the high court rules.
Reports from Europe describe the December coronation of King Charles IV at Matthias Church, Budapest. The ceremony mirrors Charles Joseph’s 1847 rite with the crown of St Stephen placed on the king and a separate coronation for the queen, followed by a royal dinner and oaths at the Binder bastion and St George’s Square.
An informant reports Villa's 5,000 strong force moving toward Torreon with a garrison left there, after a brief clash that casualties were light. General Luis Herrera and his staff reportedly killed, as Mexican troops retreat toward Durango.
News from Mexico City reports General Luis Herrera and his brother were killed in battle amid shifting loyalties during the Villa and Carranza era. Their deaths follow a campaign involving Parral Tepehuanes and Torreon as factions shifted multiple times.
Berlin reports seven thousand six hundred prisoners captured by Teutons in Eastern Wallachia since December 22 after five days of heavy fighting.
Reported heavy artillery and infantry actions across multiple fronts. In Somme France fierce engagements persisted, while in Dobruja region the Matchin bridgehead attack made progress, with Russian lines breached and forts captured. Prisoner totals rise as Danube forces advance and rail and port targets are hit.
An early morning exchange of fire occurred west of El Paso between Mexican forces and Kentucky outposts. Military reports say Mexicans along the Rio Grande fired on the Kentuckians who returned fire, with bursts heard by nearby observers.
Reports say power and telephone lines down in Shaw covered and the White Mountains area threatning towns like Tonopah and Coldfield may regain heat and light by tomorrow. Hunters and line riders are safe near Laws California with one rider named Wilkeon missing. Mexican families relocate to the border due to unrest near Saltillo and Villa attacks.
New Mexico and neighboring states will host loan banks with Wichita as headquarters. The district includes Colorado Kansas and Oklahoma, detailing tentative city locations for the institutions.
The Farm Loan Board announced twelve district banks to open within sixty days with $9 million capital and stock subscriptions required from borrowers. Districts cover New England to the Pacific, with two banks in New England and five in the Midwest, three in the South, and two on the Pacific coast.
Engineer Jonn i H. Walker left yesterday for Taos to stake out the state highway along a rough stretch between Santa Fe and Taos. Road Foreman Thomes Neel moved the road camp from Huesta Lo The und hill.
Arizona faces relief as coal shortages ease with railroad orders. Kerry Barnes of the KHPaso and Southwestern line directs that all coal shipments receive right of way over other merchandise and must not be diverted. Officials warn fuel famine could end within a day as New Mexico interests push trains through.
Two deaths reported in Santa Fe include Adeline Hope Van Hecke, 1, daughter of Mrs ta C Van Hecke, and Stephen Tassor, 67, a long time resident since 1806. Tassor was a trumpeter in the Ninth Cavalry for thirty years and a former band leader. A widow, a son and a daughter survive.
Rome reports the Adige front as of December 27 with Italian artillery keeping enemy lines under vigorous fire and disturbing working parties. On other sectors our field works were interrupted at several points by enemy activity and patrols.
Adolfo de la Huerta, former Sonoran leader, telegraphed General Calles that he resolved his disputes with the government and would resume office in Sonora around January 1, after traveling from Dougie to Querétero for talks with Venustiano Carranza and the de facto government.
The text lists ten known deaths and multiple injuries from a winter tornado sweeping central Arkansas. Names include AlbertBwartz and Cholce Padgett among others near Carliste Pine Blatt and England. Four counties faced extensive property loss totaling about 3 million dollars with Helena and nearby areas heavily affected. Authorities report state prisoners at Tucker Farm likely in the storm path and incomplete details persist.
Four Greek steamships the Oontres Aristides Isaropina and Cone arrived at Las Palmas after being stopped by a German submarine. They were allowed to dock only to unload their cargoes of wheat and corn. The vessels were en route from America and were obliged to discharge at Las Palmas under conditions set by authorities.
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