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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1918
Page
1
Senate action finally approves the wheat bill and sends it to the lower chamber. The measure shifts the base to number two, with discussions hinting at a possible presidential veto and impact on northern regions.
Washington March 21 The Senate passed the agricultural appropriation bill with a Gore amendment raising the 1915 wheat price guarantee to 2.10, to be fixed until May 1 1919. It includes base price changes for 1918, a new uniform bookkeeping proposal for meat packers, and restores seed distribution funds, plus about a million in agricultural prizes.
A tangled report depicts German foreign minister Maren Von Kueh and Austrian Premier Count Caernin amid tense East European talks. The two leaders exchange remarks and gestures at a recent meeting, signaling wary diplomacy and shifting alliances in the region.
Washington reports a Senate debate over government actions against the Industrial Workers of the World. Senators warned that unrest could prompt troops to protect timber and logging operations as they criticized alleged government coddling of the IWW and called for decisive measures.
Governor Hobby signs a bill banning saloons across vast Texas lands after a Missouri town witness testifies. The action follows a market focus near St. Joseph where a farm is located, reflecting regional tensions in the era.
Gov Hobby signs the prohibition bill completing the last step of a statewide ban. The measure aims to aid the war effort and take effect around late June. Also amid votes, Texas women win primaries and nominating convention suffrage with poll tax and registration rules noted.
A French dispatch quotes the Petit Varie nist praising American aviators in France. It notes Ted Meredith training in France and Hohy Baker already seeing front lines action. Sergeant Putman’s first, second, and third successes are listed with dates.
Francis J. Menner of the FTC investigated meat packers activities in and around Kansas City. Witness Frank Dysart from Savannah testified he ships cattle to Chicago for higher prices, despite closer St. Joseph markets, noting rail costs affect profit margins.
Publicized by the British embassy figures through January 1 reveal 11,969,008 tons of ships lost to submarine warfare versus 6,000,000 tons built in their place. The data suggest a widening gap despite anti submarine measures and set the stage for further official remarks by shipping officials in New York. Also noted is bridge work starting tomorrow in Beckman Buckman New Mexico with piles driven for a Rio Grande crossing near Puckman and the cliff dwelling tourist area.
High American Army officers believe the current offensive serves a concealed aim not yet disclosed. They think the operation is designed to mask another strategic objective while still pressing advances against enemy positions.
Wuebington March 21 British and French fronts wait for full scope of German action. Officials remain confident in Allied lines despite German guns, noting mobility limits on soft ground and uncertain purpose of any attack. Continued on Page ur.
Forecast for Friday and Saturday in New Mexico calls for fair conditions with rising temperatures in the east. The 24 hour summary shows a maximum of 45, minimum 25, range 20, at 6 pm 41, prevailing southwest wind.
March 21 report cites observers that Chinese hire troops in Manchuria rob Russians and fraternize with Bolsheviki. German influence spreads from Omsk to shops and utilities. prisoners serve on soviets and municipal boards. Ruble gains value on potential Japanese intervention as monks forced to buy rubles in Japan.
Paris dispatch reports French raids near Touconville and Aphanourt yield prisoners while the Meuse defense halts a German assault in Courteres wood. Lorraine fighting sees French fire repulse heavy German attacks with losses. Washington notes Wilson seeks aid from 6 daily papers to mobilize farm labor via federal employment service agents.
Milwaukee March 21 Irvine J Lenroot republican leads Thompson with about 2506 majority in unofficial returns for the U S senate nomination. Pressure rumored for Davies or Lea pout to withdraw to block a Thompson-Leonard or socialist ticket, but Davies denies withdrawal and Lenroot says no authorized statement. Officials of the Wisconsin royalty league say no knowledge of such steps.
The Chamber of Commerce plans a meeting tonight to decide if Albuquerque will host a fair this year. Members are urged to attend to express opinion and ensure funding if a fair is held. A second motion concerns bringing the Southern Capitol roller coaster to Albuquerque. The meeting opens at 7 o'clock.
German guns unleash a heavy bombardment across the British sector with gas shells before a fresh infantry push. Troops and Haig's trenches face intensified bombardment as operations continue.
Twenty five months after Verdun began Allied lines show denting in places amid growing worry. Report notes persistent artillery exchange and cautious troop movements as both sides reinforce. A cautious observer warns war weariness and potential shifts in momentum.
Field Marshal Haig reports from British headquarters in France that German losses were heavy during a large front offensive. Artillery bombardment and a strong assault on a front over forty miles are noted, with some Dutch sectors temporarily penetrated though German objectives were not fully achieved.
The article describes a major Verdun offensives launch on March 20 as German forces bombard British lines in northern France. It notes Haig's troops on the front, German infantry advances under smoke, and Allied reporting of heavy artillery and shifting British positions. Data from Bonar Law to Parliament is cited alongside AP dispatches confirming the assault.
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