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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1918
Page
1
The clipped note mentions a limit related to age and diplomatic status with unclear context. It references a figure "15" and uses fragments suggesting a policy discussion or notice. No clear names or places are readable to anchor specifics.
President Poincare pays glowing tribute to the work of George Washington and Woodrow Wilson for liberty. The remarks highlight the enduring influence of American leadership on global freedom and democracy.
A fragmentary wartime text discusses Allied and American positions on Germany and Russia, noting the aim to counter Bolshevik influence and possible peace negotiations through neutral states. It mentions Lloyd George and Swiss mediation, with references to American war aims and future steps toward peace.
The piece notes King Alexander of Greece pledging to fight alongside the United States and other allied nations. It quotes leaders including President Poincare and President Menocal praising unity, liberty, and the drive to defeat imperialism. The messages emphasize shared sacrifice and the common cause against the central powers.
Major General Crozier, chief of ordnance, testified before the senate military committee promising complete rifle supplies within a month for all American forces and that Springfield rifles would be ready for every regular and national guard member before February 1. He said American miltary guns and remodeled Enfield models for the first national army would be finished soon and that heavy machine guns should be fully supplied by July 1. He argued allied surplus weapons were voluntary contributions and rejected blame for prior equipment failures, citing past congressional refusals to fund modest ordnance programs.
A Mexican attempting to cross the international boundary without a passport was shot after failing to halt at sentry commands. Guards from Mexico and U S forces faced crowds on both sides but no further incidents occurred.
Ukrainian and Cossack forces on the southwestern front defeat Bolsheviki troops. Four hundred prisoners are taken along with eight large guns and fifty machine guns, according to a dispatch received via Petrograd. The pursuit continues as Bolsheviki are chased.
General Crozier presented test records and army expert opinions showing the Lewis gun was not proven a factory weapon until April 1916 when the department ordered them. He denied rumors of wooden guns and stated a new powder factory with daily capacity of a million pounds was being built. Senator Fitzhugh pressed for why more Lewis guns were not ordered.
London dispatch reports Lloyd George sending New Year greetings to allied governments excluding Russia. The message praises unity, freedom, and the league of free nations, expresses thanks to the United States for support, and emphasizes Allied resolve to sustain civilization through the war effort. The note notes meanwhile the Indian viceroy wish for continued progress toward victory and peace.
London report from the war desk says German forces renewed a heavy bombardment and attacked Wolwbridge on a 1,200 yard front south of Marceing. British counterattacks recaptured a trench as the remainder of the front was repulsed. Artillery activity continued south of the Scarpe and in the Ypres sector.
Paris dispatch reports Prime Minister Clemenceau refused a delegation of socialist deputies passports to visit Folkegrad. The premier said granting passports could endorse their mission and harm public opinion, potentially delaying peace negotiations during a time of serious enemy activity.
The Argentine steamer Pompe ran ashore after last night’s gale at the Argentine government pier. A wrecking steamer was sent to assist. Also noted is a social item: Morrie and Hunday Markham wed this week at Lamar Colorado with Mrs Sunday, a former high school teacher.
Secretary Baker’s weekly review notes British control in Flanders and a Cambrai wedge, French gains at Chemin des Dames, and American troops boosting allied faith. In Italy, Monte Valivan and Monte Ascione area actions persist, while Russia faces German pressure and Petrograd move. British Arabia and Mesopotamia successes frame a broad war outlook.
A young reserve officer in the ordnance bureau gave an order sending about 20 soldiers to Raritan New Jersey to report to a base that did not exist. Major General Crozier testified that the officer acted without superiors as barracks near Raritan were not complete. Secretary Baker said the barracks will be finished soon and the men will be housed at Camp Upton in the meantime.
Washington reports that exports reached about 6.96 billion dollars, a record high, while imports totaled just over 3 billion. The trade balance likely exceeds 3.15 billion dollars in favor of the United States.
The pope according to Osservatore Romano sent sympathy to bishops of Padua and Treviso and urged imperial governments and the Austrian emperor to refrain from raids on those cities. He called on authorities to prevent further acts.
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