10 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1916
Page
1
Reports from the war front emphasize ongoing attention to the conflict as submarine actions continue to shape strategy. Daily dispatches underscore the global focus on operations in Transylvania and the broader front lines.
Reports indicate no current violation of international law but warn grave possibilities ahead. Lansing plans to consult Wilson as officials assess the incident and future risks.
A political commentary questions whether the Republican leaders Prank Hutchell and HW O. Bursam will change their ethics if elected. It recalls 1912 New Mexico voters being warned of Wilson’s defeat but ultimately backing him, arguing the nation has prospered under his administration and urging voters not to fear Republican threats.
President Wilson pledges U S protection as Secretary Lansing heads to Washington for talks on German submarine raids off the American coast. France and Germany diplomats weigh cruiser warfare pledges while naval reports outline submarine activity near U S shores.
A wireless operator provides a graphic account of how a boat disposed of merchant vessels during the raid on Sunday. He recounts actions, positions, and outcomes with precise details of the encounter and its consequences for the ships involved.
The statements noted preliminary nature and non definitive findings. Secretary Daniels was told to keep the president fully informed about the evolving situation and any further developments.
In October British papers debate German submarine activity near the United States. The Pall Mall Gazette notes U S officials face a naval reminder of submarine nature. The Westminster Gazette discusses the U-53 port arrival and a mysterious note to a journalist testing U S policy.
The British note to neutral powers urges excluding belligerent submarines from neutral waters, ports, and roadsteads to safeguard rights and commercial navigation. It notes submarines’ submerged, un identifiable nature and calls detention of any belligerent submarine entering a neutral port. It warns neutrals of the danger to submarines at sea.
In a Philadelphia speech, Hughes attacks the administration on foreign policy and Mexico, arguing Americans have not been kept out of war and pledging to protect lives and property with correct policies. He recounts Lusitania and Carrizal, and calls for strict accountability and peaceful honor maintained by U S rights protections.
The forecast covers twenty four hours ending at midnight with a maximum temperature of 67 degrees. Southwest winds are expected to be light to moderate, cloud cover persists, and precipitation is unlikely.
The Navy Department moves to ready a patrol of warships along the North Atlantic coast after the German submarine raid on allied ships. Officials began mobilizing aircraft from active and reserve fleets to be assigned if needed to enforce neutrality beyond the three mile limit.
The Guardian reports in 1768 that the United States should maintain strict neutrality. It notes Britain's protest over a submarine’s entry and argues allies’ memorandum to neutral governments shapes public stance. The American response appears divergent, with some escorting or permitting submarine movement.
The Ward line freighter Antilla arrived at Hampton Roads with a sugar cargo fire now under control, towed by the naval tug Sonoma. Captain Blackadder, his daughter, and three mates were aboard. The crew had been transferred at sea to the Ward liner Morro Castle and reached New York today.
Berlin reports Field Marshal von Mackensen’s forces seized an island in the Danube northwest of Sislova in a surprise attack. They took six guns and the Rumantins, according to the announcement.
Today's official statement reports Franco Belgian front operations with allied gains north of the Antre. Enemy replies were feeble as patrols entered trenches, seized prisoners, and raided Neuville St Vaast and Loos. Multiple machine guns were destroyed and trenches damaged.
The headline reports Hughes bitterly assailing the President for the stance taken on Mexico and the wider European war. The piece frames the political clash amid wartime tensions and policy debate.
The dispatches describe Serbs crossing the Cerna river and capturing Skochivir while Lutsk battles continue and the Somme region sees heavy bombardments. German submarine raids near Nantucket prompt White House talks at Shadow Lawn with Wilson and Laws. The Gallia auxiliary cruiser sinks in the Mediterranean with 635 lives lost.
In Peoria and eight other Illinois towns campaigners fought for national prohibition. They met on church grounds after being denied use of court house yards for meetings citing non political purposes. Speakers urged action to advance the dry cause despite liquor interests.
The Boston Americans defeated the Brooklyn Nationals 2 to 1 in fourteen innings to capture the second straight victory. Hy Myers opened with a first inning homer as the game stayed tight through eleven innings before a clutch hit by Delos Cavier and a scoring dash from second by Michael McNally sealed the win for Boston at Braves Field. The marathon contest drew about forty thousand fans as both teams showed superb defense and late-inning drama.
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