11 Oct 1915
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1915
Page
1
Governor McDonald signals the start of the biggest state pageant as crowds pour into every train heading to the event. Thin details outline mass arrivals and city preparations for the statewide spectacle.
Gates open at 8 with a major parade to begin from the Alvarado Hotel at 1 30 this afternoon. Prominent officials will lead the procession in a city event highlighted by civic leaders and guests.
Albuquerque hosts the New Mexico State Fair with a 25 cent vehicle entry fee placed by the fair commission under contract with the park owners. The reception committee, led by Robert E. Putney, greets visitors as cadets from the New Mexico Military Institute arrive for the parade and opening ceremonies.
A weather outlook notes a Tuesday with generally fair conditions in most areas but a chance of rain in the northeast and eastern portions. Clear spells may occur in western districts with light winds and mild temperatures.
Despite Sunday, Traction park buzzed with hammering and setup as exhibitors ready their displays. Secretary W. Wiley worked from dawn to midnight. Gates open at 8 am with Governor to speak this afternoon, promising a large morning crowd.
Opening parade forms at the Al Varado hotel with governor and officials. Afternoon program includes football clash New Mexico Military Institute vs University of New Mexico, concerts by Kitties Band and Wee Jamie Clark high wire act, horse judging, and Brundage Carnival attractions. Evening features sword dancing, Scottish tenor, and motion pictures from the New Mexico building, with balloon ascension to close.
Berlin reports say Serbians retreat as victorious Central Powers troops capture Belgrade and nearby heights. The advance signals a major shift in the theater with German forces asserting control and pushing toward key Serbian positions.
German troops push forward on the Champagne front taking trenches near Souchez and Tahure with a four kilometer front and 100 meters depth. In the east Russian advances are checked as Hindenburg’s forces repulse attacks near Garbouievka and Tarnopol while German cavalry skirmishes occur near Kuchechawola.
Paris reports continued artillery activity on the eastern approaches to Souchez and the Lille road. Enemy attacks on field forts in Grevnehy woods were repulsed and fighting raged with grenades and torpedoes from trench to trench in Libons. Artillery remained active between the Oise and the Alene before Nourron and Quennevieres, with Lorraine battles near the captured Reillon-Leintrey trench continuing.
Official communique from Nish confirms the German war office claim of Belgrade capture. It says Austro German attack on the lower Drina front was repulsed with enormous losses and fighting continues along the Danube and Save fronts. The enemy aims to push through the Morava valley to separate ostalac from Dubravatza and has suffered heavy casualties in attacks on the lower Drina.
Telegraph dispatches from the Serbian front state Belgrade was spared substantial bombardment though some private buildings were destroyed. Serbian rear guards contested Teutonic passage through city streets while part of the civilian population remained in Belgrade.
Paris dispatch reports Admiral Augustin Bone de Lapeyrre relieved of command of the Mediterranean Anglo French fleet due to serious illness. Admiral Dartige du Fournet named to succeed him as guest commander.
Report notes no movement by Ferdinand’s troops to cooperate with Austro German forces under Mackensen. The piece highlights friction between Bulgarian leaders and the central powers as military alignment wavering remains unchanged.
Reports say Greece and Rumania remain neutral as Austro German forces push toward Belgrade and the Serbian defenses. Hindenburg's advance on Dvinsk stalls with no near breakthrough. Battle lines shift slowly with limited changes on several fronts as Entente advisories reach Greece.
Philadelphia Nationals and Boston Americana arrive to resume the World Series. Boston backs defend with Leonard vs Alexander in a game expected to draw a record crowd near 45 000. Hitting advantage favors Boston as Phillies field strong pitchers and lineup.
El Paso reports General Villa told George C Carothers that the United States and other nations cannot hold him responsible for foreigners in Carranza territory. He said his forces would not prevent bandit depredations but would not shield noncombatants. Juarez remains quiet as authorities defer to Carranza protection.
Petrograd dispatch reports Prince Chemoutoff, Russian minister of the Interior, has retired. Alex Keivostoff, court chamberlain, named as his successor. M Khryostoff becomes first dumea member to join the ministry, after leading the right party. Alexander Samarin also retires as procurator general of the holy synod.
More than 17 000 members of Holy Name societies from Baltimore Washington and nearby Virginia and Maryland locations marched in a yearly protest against profanity. A sermon condemning blasphemy was delivered on the White House ellipse by Very Rev J Raymond Meagher founder of the society.
Brav es field to attract a record crowd as fans pack the venue for the decisive third game. Promoters tout unprecedented turnout and renewed bets as the series reaches a critical juncture.
The Red Sox arrive to an official city reception led by Mayor Curley at Pack Bay station. A band plays as players exit the train and hear Tessie the rallying song, while Senator Borah discusses preparedness and tomorrow’s games are planned.
German cannon mortars bomb throwers and aeroplanes captured in Champagne are shown at the Hotel des Invalides in Paris. About 200000 visitors pass through the grand court near Napoleon’s Tomb to view forty one field pieces, twenty large mortars, two six inch cannon, five large bomb throwers, twenty small guns and thirty trench guns. Police and troops control the crowd as wounded soldiers tour the display.
Vera Cruz Oct 10 General Carranza declares that recognition of his constitutionalist government by the Pan American conference will not bring immediate amnesty. He says peace must be fully restored before pardons, while noting bands are disintegrating and leaders surrender as foreign intervention fears ease. He plans a trip through northern states and expects strengthened ties with other nations.
Washington reports confirm Argentina, Brazil and Chile back U S recognition of General Carranza as Mexico’s de facto leader. Embargo on arms against Villa factions expected, while Villa vows continued military effort to challenge Carranza.
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