05 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1916
Page
1
President arrives in the middle west amid a noisy welcome as he heads to Omaha. He declines to deliver speeches but continues a steady barrage of remarks en route.
President Wilson, en route to Omaha, received noisy welcomes in Ohio Indiana and Illinois as he stopped at Chicago Lima Orrville and Fort Wayne. He avoided speeches, spoke briefly at stops, and pressed the eight hour railroad workers issue while praising hospitality and labor support.
The 1910s campaign frames Holm O. Bursum as unfit for governor amid accusations from his tenure as New Mexico penitentiary superintendent. Voters reject his record, delivering a decisive defeat as rivals Hubbell and Bursum seek future offices while public scrutiny remains high.
G Hoff man of Indiana says Indiana will cast its electoral vote for Wilson and notes strong independent and progressive support. The president plans two speeches in Omaha, a nonpartisan meeting, a historical pageant and parade before departing to Long Branch, New Jersey.
For twenty four hours ending yesterday afternoon the temperature ranged from 49 to 80 degrees. The high was 80 with a low of 49 and a 32 degree range. At 6 pm the temperature stood at 49 with a southwest wind and clear skies.
Reports from Mexican sources claim Villistas clashed with Carranza forces under General Jacinto B. Trevino near Chihuahua City and sightings at Sauz and Villa Ahumada. General Francisco Gonzales in Juarez denied any railroad or telegraph disruption or Villista presence along the Juarez Chihuahua City line.
Newton D Baker secretary of war defended President Wilsons support for the eight hour day for railway trainmen. He recalled railroad accidents caused by exhausted engineers and urged keeping railway workers in full vigor for safe operation. He praised Wilson for seeking eight hour legislation amid food shortages and public danger.
Berlin Oct 4 by wireless to Sayville Lieutenant General von Schoelen named deputy minister of war succeeding Lieutenant General von Wandel who resigned recently due to ill health.
Walker D. Hines urged national rail regulation to curb local rate cuts and costly laws, backing a unified method to issue stocks and bonds. He said orderly settlement of labor disputes and stable net income are vital for railroad capital and ongoing modernization ahead of a congressional inquiry.
El Paso report states Francisco Villa killed two Chinese and a Turk at Cusihuiriachie Chihuahua after the clash with Carrancista forces under Gen Matias Ramos. A Turkish death toll of five was denied by evacuees after the September 26 battle. Carranza troops move toward Cusihuiriachie to pursue Villa as Gen Carlos Ozuna leads western Chihuahua forces.
London dispatch reports the man power distribution board announces Britain urgently needs men for military service and for munitions factories. The board aims to draft eligible individuals not yet enrolled in the army.
A British Red Cross steamer exploded Sunday morning in the straits of Dover. Boulogne dispatch to the Vigaro reports news reached by wireless but details are still lacking.
MIKADD appoints TeaugHi to replace Count Okama as new cabinet is formed immediately. Bureaucratic party's victory signals a decisive shift in Tokyo's political landscape with rapid development expected and reforms likely across government agencies.
Viscount Motono is being considered for foreign minister as Count Terauchi forms a cabinet after Premier Okuma resigns. The shift unites bureaucrats and propertied interests into a single majority, opposition by older statesmen, and hints at a two party system like the United States.
Washington reports little known about Count Terunichi Japan's new premier. A military man aligned with Yamagata he helped annex Korea and expanded police and troop powers there. His stance on western influence and censorship remains debated in official circles.
Emperor Nicholas confirms the dissolution of Grand Duchess Olga and Duke Peter of Oldenburg marriage. Olga keeps her imperial title and may remarry. Olga was born June 1, 1882. the marriage occurred July 27, 1901.
Denver reports a school for candidates and orators to open Friday at the Republican state headquarters. Pupils will study national and state platforms to grasp their key points. Philip B. Stewart, chairman of the state central committee, is slated to attend.
Reports indicate Romanian forces score gains on multiple fronts from Dobradja to Transylvania as Austro-German lines struggle. Battles near Lutsk and along the Zlota Lipa river continue with heavy fighting, while Serbians and Italians make local advances and a Greek cabinet change occurs under Venizelos supporters.
Banco Nacional de Mexico and Banco de Londres y Mexico bills rose in El Paso as metallic reserve rules took effect. After a September decree, currency prices fell four cents but later recovered to 1612 cents for Banco de Londres and 17 cents for Banco Nacional. British and French embassy protests cited by bankers as cause for the rise.
Washington, Oct. 4 Major General Hugh S. Scott chief of staff of the army is undergoing treatment at a hospital here for chronic stomach trouble. It was said he was improving and that no operation was necessary.
London reports Gen Sir William Robertson warned at Dalderty Lincolnshire that victory relies on full use of every man and woman for the army and munition factories. He urged immediate mass service and preparation for a prolonged war, saying more men are needed now and eventually all who can be spared.
Investigators led by Judge Landia reveal daily wagers exceed one million dollars in a Chicago betting syndicate. Chartes Clyte and James G. Stuart study possible postal law violations as operations extend to Cleveland St Louis Houston and other cities while Chicago remains hub.
Danish West Indies Governor LL Helwig Larsen arriving in San Juan Porto Rico says American purchase would not improve natives' happiness. He travels to New York and Copenhagen to present information before Denmark's diet committee weighs sale to the United States.
Major William Warner former United States senator from Missouri died at his home in Kansas City this afternoon. The Civil War veteran and political figure passed away following a long career in public service. Further details were not available.
Earl of Derby says London will continue to be visited by Zeppelins despite recent losses and air defense gains. He notes improved defenses, doubts end of trench warfare, and calls German reports unreliable about Thiepval and Combles.
Santa Fe reports the state corporation commission accepted the Silver City Chamber of Commerce invitation to hold a hearing at Silver City on freight rates and Pullman service into Silver City on an upcoming date.
The War Office reports heavy fighting across Transylvania and Dobruja with continued Allied progress. In Transylvania near Fogaras our forces took 500 German prisoners and eight machine guns after repelling counterattacks. West of the River Alt progress noted. in the Jiu valley some retirement occurred due to fierce enemy assaults. In Dobruja, despite stubborn resistance and heavy shelling, our left wing seized a position at Amezeaca taking 50 guns, over 1,000 prisoners, and substantial matériel.
Italian forces launched a vigorous counter attack on the northern slopes of Col Bri con and gained new ground toward Col Bricon Piccolo. Allied reports say hostile aircraft bombed Monfalcone and other Teonzo areas, killing one man and wounding another. One Italian air squadron bombed Nabresina railway station in the Carso region.
Berlin dispatch via London reports intensified artillery duels north of the Somme with afternoon height in the Morval touch and Hatches sector. French attacks on Sailley Rancourt road and St Pierre Vaast wood were repulsed. one officer, 128 men, and two machine guns captured. British actions near Thiepval and Mouquet Farm also failed. The Romanian front notes von Mackensen’s encircling attack causing Romanian forces to withdraw after crossing the Danube near Itjahovo south of Bucharest.
Salt Lake City Oct 4 The Master Plumbers Association of Salt Lake City has disbanded after seven members were found guilty of Sherman anti trust violations. The local severed ties with the national group then voted to dissolve entirely. No state association action has been taken yet.
The Third Pennsylvania Infantry departed Fort Bliss on a special train to Pennsylvania for mustering out of federal service. The Tenth Pennsylvania Infantry National Guard unit is prepared to depart for home, possibly tomorrow.
In New York on October 4, the largest dairy restaurant corporation increased prices on all staples by five cents, highlighting the growing burden of food costs on daily life for thousands of citizens.
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