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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1916
Page
1
A heated contest for governorship becomes a mystery as both sides clash over De Baca and Bursum policy. Political observers struggle to predict outcomes amid provocative speeches and shifting alliances.
In Santa Fe the gubernatorial scramble shows Bursum losing ground due to campaign missteps and a campaign against his penitentiary record. De Baca, vigorous and backed by McDonald allies, competes while voters weigh native candidate support and the party’s recent administration.
Denver reports a two day forecast of fair weather with warmer temperatures in the north Friday and east Saturday. A New Mexico weather summary notes a 62 degree high and 48 degree low with north winds and clear Pecos Valley conditions. In politics, Seligman leads the state central committee as funds and organization build for the campaign though finance remains tight.
Washington October 11 German officials say they have little information on the fate of the Bremen. They note she left Bremerhaven for the United States and would have reached an American port by mid last month. Officials doubt data will be available until after the war.
Great Northern Railroad plans a major electrical upgrade for more than 200 miles of its Spokane to Seattle route and other western divisions. The project may include raising Lake Chelan to feed a central power plant, with preliminary work expected to begin next summer.
In a heated dispute church leaders debate including soldiers in prayers. Militant factions press for reaffirmation of military prayers with the army and navy set as the focal points of supplication during services.
Debate over adding prayers for the army and navy splits delegates. Rev. John Howard Melish argues such prayers harm youth and peace, proposing a substitute that blesses soldiers but rejects war. Other leaders defend prayer for national service as a duty while avoiding endorsement of conflict.
Berlin acknowledges steady German retreat on the Western Front as Allied pressure continues. The article notes slow German withdrawals under sustained bombardment and strategic Allied advances.
The report details Austro German claims of minor gains on the Volhynian front while French forces push near the Somme. Berlin and Petrograd clash over progress in Volhynia Galicia and Transylvania with scattered successes for both sides. fighting continues with no decisive result and artillery duels across the Austro Hungarian theater.
Lloyd's announces British steamer Aluunia has been sunk. Her captain and 363 crewmen were landed, with a few still missing. All passengers had been landed earlier, and the remaining crew were picked up by four trawlers.
The Cunard liner Alaunia sailing from New York October 7 was mined and sunk in the English Channel. All 243 passengers including 21 Americans were landed at Falmouth after the voyage, and the ship carried about 11 000 tons of merchandise for London though no munitions. The ship, built 1912, was 520 feet long with a 13 405 tonnage.
Six master mechanics from Mexico arrived in San Antonio en route to Columbus to purchase rolling stock for the National Trailways of Mexico. Leader Jose Hernandez said about 1,000,000 dollars will be spent immediately with additional orders expected shortly.
Anti Wilson banners of the National Women's Party are torn down by angry spectators as a small riot ensues during a Chicago rally. Police intervene as crowds clash in the street with shouting and scuffles. The event stirs local passions and draws national attention.
President Wilson visited Chicago delivering speeches and urging progressive national action amid a large crowd. A violent suffrage protest near the Auditorium featured torn banners, city police criticism, and accusations of police partiality.
President Wilson visited a women’s meeting and then the western Democratic campaign headquarters. Senators Walsh and Sailsbury demonstrated campaign machinery while Mrs. Wilson greeted clerks and stenographers. A westward swing for the Democratic ticket was noted as he spoke on civilization and U S leadership. A large citizens’ meeting followed with cheers and a closing invocation.
A New York Tribune subscriber report from the West claims President Wilson is widening his lead in the middle states. Kansas Republicans on a train with Hughes back Wilson or stay away, saying Kansas leans to Wilson’s peace and prosperity. The letter suggests a national swing toward Wilson, with the Evening Post noting Republican optimism waning as prosperity rises.
Six members of the Fifth New Jersey Infantry and two from the Sixth Field Artillery waived preliminary hearing and were bound over to the superior court in Tombstone on larceny charges. Names listed include Keremith McGregory and James G Moore among others. McGregor was seized on the highway near Douglas for taking a delivery truck, the others for stealing a seven passenger car from in front of a theater in Bisbee. Friends say the group aimed for a joy ride and planned to return the vehicles.
Charles I Hughes denounces Secretary McAdoo over Lusitania remarks and defends a firm pro American stance. He rebukes administration wordism, recalls Lansing's Mexico note, and stresses full protection for Americans abroad. He spoke in Youngstown before heading to New York to continue his campaign.
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