Daylight raid targets civilians with low altitude flight
An air attack described as directed against civilians occurred in daylight. Aircraft descended to low altitude, causing injuries and disruption among noncombatants.
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1917
Page
1
Losses and escape after battle amid London ruins
The report notes 6 p m readings of 1 degree high and 4 low with a south wind and cloudy, rain traces. Several hundred men and women worked in a building that was mostly destroyed, but all were marshalled to the basement before gunfire. A hospital with Red Cross flag escaped damage, and many workers' homes suffered severe casualties as distraught mothers searched for missing children. An Associated Press survey found no military depots hit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirot
Red Cross
Oost
Scene of Brussiloff’s Latest Stroke Near Ga licia Fire Rages in Pinsk
The report describes Brusilov's advance north of Galicia with fighting near Pinsk as flames engulf the town. Battles intensify in the region, with troops maneuvering around settlements and a fiery backdrop reported from the front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brussiloff
Galicia
Pinsk
Bombing Raid on London By German Squadron
German air squadron conducts a low altitude attack over London between 9 and 16 o'clock causing extensive civilian casualties and damage. About 37 killed and 141 injured as anti air fire and bomb blasts disrupt the city while observers note the civilian targets and widespread sheltering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Admiralty
Denkirk
Arrose Landen
Serthwem
Lodon
Thames
Picwie
Beawon
Jame Tf
7000 Men Waiting For Artificial Limbs
It is announced that private firms have produced 495 artificial limbs for soldiers at a cost of 26 000 pounds and that 7 666 more men who have lost limbs are waiting to be supplied in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ee Ee
London
Greathe Pap
Germans Routed by Grenade Hurlers at Caisson Defence
Frenzied front reports June French defense on the Chemin des Dames where Grenades and bayonets repelled German assaults. French troops including Basque defenders held Caillonne and Casemates positions, counterattacking with precise grenades that drove back German forces led by General von Bohm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Correepondenre
Jume 14
Ty Mail
Petota
Cube
Spain
France
Californie
Craonne
Chemin Dee Dames
von Bohm
Fbeiieh
Casemates
Rebel Leader Eufemio Zapata Reported Dead
The report states Eufemio Zapata brother of Zapata leader was killed near Casutla Morelos while attacking Cucutla after learning Gen Camarho surrendered to government forces. He was shot three times as he led his men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico City
Department of
Wer Bh
Morelax
Eufemio Zapets
Rete
Casutla
Morelos
Zapets
Camarho
Cucutla
Zapata Renke
Uncharted Rock Strikes Okai Cruiser Beached Near Block Island
The famous cruiser named Mympee ran aground on an uncharted rock off Block Island and was declared aground today. It anchored safely in a sheltered position after the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waeehington
Block Wand Sound
Teutons Hold Galicia as Fronts Blaze Across Europe
German defenses resist Russian advances near Pinsk and Stanislau while Austro German forces push on in Galicia. London endures a major air raid with 37 killed and 41 injured, a British destroyer sunk by a German submarine, and Berlin claiming victory amid conflicting reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Champagne
Mont Cariliet
Hochberg
Strike Threat Looms in Leadville Miners Dispute
Charles H. Moyer, president of the International Union of Mine Mill and Smelter Workers, warned that a strike in the Leadville district near Denver is likely unless operators agree to conference or take action. He said a telegram announced a union executive meeting to set a strike date, and he asked to push the date beyond midweek to allow further efforts to avert it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Colo
Leadville
Charlies H. Moyer
International Union of Mine, Mill and Smelter Workers
President Power Grabs Provisional Governors in Mexico City
The senate declined to pass a bill granting congress or provisional governors election powers where regular elections are absent. It would have the president name three candidates from each vote for congress to elect the provisional governor. The president currently holds power to appoint or remove provisional governors and to pardon certain political offenders under the Justes law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RPE
Bret F. Ceres
Mexico City
Senate
Het
Chamber of Deputies
Congress
Minnesota to Draw Government Funds for Troops
A Washington dispatch reports the War Department approved Adjutant General Wood’s first account with the federal government. State officials say Minnesota will be able to draw government funds for state troops in federal service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lene Soon
Prec A. Cos
Troops to Depart Seaport for Frontline Positions Soon
Final training ends as troops prepare to depart the seaport in days for positions selected for them near the front. Army officers announce readiness and confirm routes and expected patrol duties.
Soldiers Eager to Enter Action as U S Troops Mobilize
American troops in a French seaport begin final mobilization for departure to a permanent training camp behind the front. Drill, sanitation tasks, and camp expansion fill days as officers instill front-line methods. A wartime funeral honors Boatswain's Mate J J Dunn, the only American death since arrival after a launch accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J Dunn
Friendship manifest for San Salvador earthquake relief
The article notes strong Mexico San Salvador ties with nationwide efforts to aid quake victims. The Mexican chamber of deputies provides 56 008 pesos for relief as contributions pour in from commercial groups and organizations amid a successful fundraising fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
San Selvador
Republic
Mexican Chamber of Deputies
Society to Combat Rampant Materialism in Germany
A new society formed in Marlershe aims to preserve German life and promote rational efficiency. It seeks to combat materialist trends and restore idealistic views, signaling a cultural reaction amid wartime pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsertam
Peretm 8 Society
Marlershe
Germany
Mexico City council refuses more licenses for salexicants
The tews counci of Mexico Guy, known as ajunta miente, which has run the capital since the sixteenth century, has just returned to office after the revelation and refuses to grant any additional licenses for the sale of Slexicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Period of War Provisions Limits Retailer Stock Consumption
Provisions written into the food control bill would restrict consumption to stocks currently in retailers' hands during the wartime period. The measure aims to prevent hoarding while ensuring steady food distribution for the duration of hostilities.
Senate mood slows war tax by prohibiting distilled liquor
The Senate backed bone dry prohibition during the war, voting to prohibit manufacture and importation of distilled beverages while allowing beer and wine. House support remains uncertain as a conference fight looms. estimated liquor stock, costs, and revenue losses are reviewed amid potential adjournment delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Léckety
Aster
House
Young Emperor of China Abdicates in Peking Report
A Reuters dispatch from Peking states that Hevan Tune the young Chinese emperor has abdicated. The report from London notes the abdication follows pressure on the regency and marks a major imperial transition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Peking
London
Hevan Tune
Withdrawal of warehouse stock sparks Senate vote split
Twelve senators including Borah Chamberlain France Hitchcock Owen Reed Simmons Smith Stone Trammell Vardaman and Walsh joined both wets and drys in opposing the Smoot amendment. Rep Barkley said he disliked the senate bill but would not predict house action. Prohibitionists were undecided as the revised war tax bill was withdrawn for recormmission to the finance committee to explore revenue options including possible rises in beer wine income and war profits taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Chamberlain
Menmdiay
Congressions
Fuirliamentary Tengins
Borah
France
Hitchcock
Owen
Reed
Simmons
Smith
Georgia
Stone
Trammel
Vardaman
Walsh
Barkley
Kentucky
House
Finance Committee
Chairean Simmons
Congress
Dutch Horse Slump Amid Food Shortages in Holland
In the Magne Netherlands July 7 the Dutch horse industry suffers from feed shortages due to halted fodder imports. Agriculture Minister Pasthurma says horse numbers must be cut quickly while swine cattle and other stock face deeper reductions. He forecasts virtually no imported cattle food next autumn and argues cattle exports may surge to meet shortages. Public stocks decline as fowl are slaughtered pushing prices higher for next winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Netherlands
Holland
F. E. Pasthuma
Posthurma
Tve
Germany
Churches Despoiled by Band of Thieves in Mexico City
In Mexico City a wave of theft targets churches rich in art and jewels. Thieves entered sanctuaries when custodians were away and stole valuables including a Virgin image necklace containing pearls from the Church of Those Who Have Taken Vows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Band OF Thieves
Mexico City
Charles Springer Returns from Cowhoys Reunion
Charles Springer of the state comments of defence has returned to Santa Fe with his family from Chmarren and Lee Voges where they attended the Cowhoys reunion festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fenta Ye
Charles Springer
The
State Comments of Defence
Santa Fe
Chmarren
Lee Voges
Government appoints commission to probe labor unrest
A government commission has been named to investigate widespread labor unrest across the country and to determine the causes of the strikes and disputes. The move aims to assess tensions and propose remedies to restore order and productivity nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Goverment
International Union Mine strike vote rejected by members
Members of the International Union Mine Mill and Smelter Workers refuse a proposal for a strike vote. The vote reflects dissent within the union and signals continued bargaining or modified action plans.
Jerome Mine Workers Reject I W W Strike Vote Move
Jerome Arizona July 7 Members of the Jerome Local of the International Union of Mine, Mill and Smelter Workers voted 676 to 184 against submitting to a strike vote on joining the Metal Mine Workers Union of the Industrial Workers of the World in yesterday's strike. William Haywood planned to aid the I W W fight, per a notice from the local strike committee. Charles H. Moyer warned he would not interfere, noting I W W affiliation risks losing labor respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wee Jerome, Ariz
Jerome Jocal
International Union of Mine, Mil and Smelter Workers
Metal Mine Workers’ Industrial Union of the
Industrial Workers of the World
Jerome Copper
William Haywood
The
Chicago
Metal Mine Workers' Union of the Industrial Workers of the World
United Verde
Charles H. Moyer
International Union of Mine
Jerome
Meeting called off as sheriff seizes I W W banner
In Globe on July 7 a planned Industrial Workers of the World gathering at Bankers' Garden was canceled after Sheriff Tom Armer removed a banner from a sandwich man. Former Governor Hunt advised the I W W leaders not to proceed amid public sentiment. the Loyalty League organized a counter meeting and issued strong condemnations of I W W activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Globe. Aris
Industrial Workers of the World
Bankers’ Garden
Globe
Tom Armer
Toment
Hunt
L W. W
Loyalty League
Activibes
Former Governor Hunt denies requesting troop withdrawal
Globe Arizona July 1 Former Governor Hunt denies to night that he asked President Wilson to remove U S troops from the Grove district He says he did not make such a request nor would he have acted without consulting Judge McBride He notes troops were sent to protect property and performed duty without friction with strikers appreciating Lt Colonel White's courtesy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Globe
Ariz
Hunt
Wilson
United States
Grove District
Phosnix and
Bisbee
McBride
Spoi
Treone
Coronel White
Unifying Mexican Property Assessments Across States
The first complete property assessment has been completed in Queretaro Pueblo Michoacan and Sonora marking a beginning to standardize taxes nationwide. Further assessments will follow in other states to unify tax collection across the republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uetag
Queretara
Poeblo
Michoucam
Sonora
Mexico
Republic
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Stanislau
Lemberg
Konivcdy
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