03 May 1916
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1916
Page
1
Administration officials warn a drawn out response from Glfman may undermine talks. They fear the United States will not receive a frank answer and the delay could heighten tensions as negotiations proceed.
Washington May 2 Two weeks after the United States demanded an abandonment of present submarine warfare methods Berlin has yet to reply and officials fear a protracted, argumentative reply. German circles expect concessions to prevent breaking diplomatic ties, with possible instructions to submarine commanders already issued.
The fragment indicates a midweek fair weather pattern with a northeast flow and a subsequent forecast of continued fair conditions into Thursday. Specifics on temperatures or exact locations beyond Denver and New Mexico are unavailable in the text.
Weather report notes twenty four hour period ending yesterday with a maximum of 60 degrees and minimum 36 degrees and a 30 degree range. South wind and light rain or snow trace. Reichstag budget committee hears government undecided on U S note to Germany amid submarine campaign. von Jagow to brief on return. imperial chancellor to speak when possible.
General Gavira in Juarez announces that repairs on the Mexican Central railroad between Torreon and Arias Calientes will be finished tomorrow. The bridge over Picardias canyon south of Torreon has been restored, reestablishing direct rail communication from Juarez to Mexico City and Guadalajara for the first time since 1915.
Serlin reports from London that Herr von Jagow states the reply is not ready as of May 3 in the ongoing diplomatic exchanges. The note comes amid heightened tensions and formal communications between Germany and Allied powers through London.
The naval affairs committee received Rear Admiral Bradley A. Fiske’s letter criticizing Secretary Daniels. The session adjourned at 5:40 p m to noon Wednesday, resumed debate on the annual agricultural appropriation of 24.4 million dollars, and adopted the conference report on legislative executive and judicial appropriations. The Jones bill creating a permanent civil government for Porto Rico was considered. Another adjournment followed at 3:13 p m to noon Wednesday.
Paris dispatch reports French forces attacked southeast of Fort Douaumont on the Verdun front last night. They captured a 500 metre German first trench and took about 100 prisoners while artillery activity continued along the Meuse and Woevre fronts.
Washington observers weigh Roosevelt as a dynamic offensive standard bearer to reunite the Republican Party after split by Roosevelt in 1912. Hughes is favored by quieter machine leaders while Roosevelt attracts fierce organizational support, with debates on whether Hughes or Roosevelt should lead the ticket.
Berlin reports differ on when the U S submarine reply text will be drafted. Lokal Anzeiger says no final decision. Morgenpost and Vossische Zeitung note work may begin, with Berlin deliberations continuing to shape the official response.
London reports expect resignation of several Irish administration members within days Augustine Birrell the first secretary for Ireland and Sir Matthew Nathan under secretary to the lord lieutenant among those likely to step down as part of a government reshuffle.
A report notes Luther Hughes or Roosevelt Soure being considered for the KOP nomination but is rapidly ignored as party leaders seek a man believed capable of defeating Woodrow Wilson. The item reflects early 20th century political maneuvering and unnamed candidates within the party.
Allied reports say five hostile airships attacked the north and east coasts of England and Scotland overnight. The raid's movements were uncertain. a few bombs were dropped in Yorkshire with no casualty or damage details available.
Pueblo, Colo May 2 Governor Carlson won the convention delegate at large election by 246 to 168 over Eugene Groby. Denver County backed Carlson 64 to 48. Delegates from districts include Fred Koof Dante Taylor John A Ewing and Hubert Work. The Denver delegation vote was polled individually amid disorder at the convention.
A massive explosion at the Chandler Oil Cloth plant in Yardville near Trenton, New Jersey, killed three workers and injured four others fatally while injuring several more. The blast demolished two plant buildings and damaged nearby stores and homes, with gasoline fumes blamed on a spark from machinery. Names of the deceased include Peter Williams Harty Taylor and Edward Forker, all residents of Yardville.
Carranza offers to deploy 25 000 troops in Northern Mexico to hunt bandits but conditions evacuation. The plan remains tied to security goals with border actions under U S command.
Washington May 2 reports say General Pershing will not cross into Mexico again until the de facto Mexican government demonstrates the ability and intent to restore order. Talks with General Obregon and Carranza's envoy focus on limiting raids and proving control before further cooperation.
Presidio Texas May 2 Jone Cepeda is appointed to succeed Col Jose Rojas as commander in chief of the Ojinaga Regiment. Four hundred men are reported on the way to Il niga.
Reported Mexican troop activity near the area of American operations raises immediate suspicion in the U S press and military reports. Analysts warn that joint campaigns against bandits could trigger clashes if both sides press simultaneously.
Reports from El Paso and Douglas say American and Mexican conferees advanced toward a solution on troop dispositions after a long conference. General Scott met General Obregon and stressed mutual goodwill and avoidance of intervention as the aim of Washington.
American Chief of Staff meets Obregon in secret talks. Two military men share lunch and discuss peace prospects. The encounter signals renewed Washington and Mexico City coordination amid evolving postwar diplomacy.
Mexican commander signals progress in negotiations with the United States showing a shift toward friendship and a shared sense of necessity for peace. The move follows years of tension and aims to restore stability in border regions and reduce conflict.
May Nestor Montoya former speaker and La Bandera editor in Albuquerque acted as court interpreter and prominent Roosevelt Republican. He posted a $100 bet at the Bank saloon that Thomas Catron will defeat Frank Hubbell for the Republican nomination and a second $100 bet Hubbell would defeat Catron, which has drawn no takers.
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