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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1916
Page
1
Walton backs the president as Hernandez mounts a solo attack on the executive line. The political clash centers on policy debates and party alignment affecting the House balance.
Special correspondent reports Larrazolo, son of Delaviana Larrazolo, rising in New Mexico race. He campaigns mainly in Spanish American counties delivering pro Wilson messages on Mexico policy, challenging Hernandez who defends the administration. The contest hinges on national policy amid local Spanish American support and turnout.
The weather forecast from Denver notes Saturday and Sunday as fair with warmer conditions in eastern portions. Monday is expected to be mostly fair.
The article argues New Mexico, a young state, needs clean government and urges a vote for the Democratic ticket with Hubbell and Bursam. It contrasts recent Democratic governance with Republican candidates, asserting the latter would halt progress and return to past, obstructive rules.
A Sunday morning feature previews the New York Herald poll projecting national political sentiment. It touts unprecedented scope and accuracy, noting its nonpartisan approach and long forecasting track record for thirty years.
The article analyzes how Walton’s fortunes align with Woodrow Wilson and how internal party fights affect Jones. It notes fears of factional splits yet cites broad Democratic support as New Mexico voters decide four more years of Wilson. A close result could jeopardize Walton and Hughes may tilt the race.
Wheat pricing climbs with December futures reaching 1.713 4 at one point in Chicago as bakers face flour shortages. The National Master Bakers association notes 185 bakers failed in three summer months due to high flour costs and proposes a campaign to embargo wheat and flour exports until domestic supply improves.
Washington Oct 20 War department officials said the army service school at Fort Riley for initial cavalry officer training and the Fort Leavenworth school for final line duty training will not be opened this year due to mobilization of the army on the border. officers and men would not be detached to attend.
John Ford a New York Supreme Court justice and lifelong Republican announced he will vote for President Wilson. He cites Irish heritage and the national crisis, stating his patriotic duty to support Wilson and the progressive laws of his administration.
Eight speakers detach from the Hughes special reach Phoenix by train and meet local leaders. The delegation includes Miss Mary Antin and Mrs Nel son O Shaughnessy among others. They plan gatherings in Glendale Tempe and a Phoenix meeting at 8 p m before departing for Salt Lake City Utah.
Alonzo J. Whiteman, identified as a former Minnesota state senator who aided Grover Cleveland’s 1884 nomination, was captured by federal officials after attempting to sell several thousand dollars in bonds stolen from Amelia State Bank in Amelia, Ohio. He claims he bought the bonds and only seeks to recover his purchase price after broker alerts.
Frederick W. and Reginald Vanderbilt and other executors filed suit to recover 159000 dollars from Travelers Insurance for Alfred Gwytine Vanderbilt who drowned when the Lusitania was torpedoed. The insurer contests the claim, arguing the policy excluded war risks. The plaintiffs allege death was caused solely by external violent and accidental means.
A detachment of 23 men from the Sixth Cavalry was fired upon yesterday afternoon in Big Bend Country during a clash between Thorps and Merigan near San Jose. The report notes heavy fighting and ongoing operations in the sector.
American forces and Mexican fighters clashed for about forty five minutes near San Jose in the Big Bend area. The engagement involved twenty three U S Sixth Cavalry and Texas National Guard cavalry, with uncertain Mexican affiliation and no U S casualties reported. Investigations were ordered by Maj A V P Anderson and Col Hijos, with Col Gaston leading the district report.
Reports from Berlin Paris and London describe heavy fighting across the eastern front in Russia Romania and the Balkans. German and Austro German forces reportedly advance near Lemberg and in Dobruja while Romanian troops push to block central power advances into Transylvania. Submarine actions include attacks near Saloniki and the Bosphorus with several ships sunk.
General Funston reports that on the night of October 19 a party of about thirty Mexicans fired on twenty three men of the Sixth Cavalry and a Texas squadron at San Jose ten miles below Ruidosa. Some Mexicans crossed into the U S but quickly returned. No casualties occurred. Later reports suggest the firing was probably by drunken Mexicans.
Presidio Texas October 20 A clash occurred last evening between a Texas cavalry patrol and armed Mexicans in the town of San Jose about forty five miles up the Rio Grande from Presidio with fire shots reported from both river banks No casualties reported and authorities await word on whether the Mexicans served the de facto government or were armed individuals
A Brent assembly in Paris hosted by French officials honored Dr Morton Prince of Boston. 500 Americans signed the tribute praising Prince for aiding France with funds and mercy works. Attendees included Robert W. Isss and Prof Mark Baldwin while French ministers offered toasts amid reflections on Norman Prince's death.
Italian forces occupy Lyaskovski in southeastern Albania on the Iskeria mountains near Premeli along the Janina to Koritza route. In Trentino the Tooth of Pasubio sees heavy Austrian assaults with severe losses. Italians claim 107 prisoners taken. Ledro valley clashes see Austrian detachments repelled.
Three men held as witnesses in an alleged neutrality law violation were released on $1000 bail before U S Commissioner Lerne to appear at an upcoming hearing. Private KM 6 B Connell was released on $1000 bail on charges of recruiting Americans for the Canadian Army with John H Allen and Park B Prentiss as witnesses.
Secretary of War Baker defends Wilson administration in Flint Michigan remarks. He rebukes candidate Hughes for suppression tactics and irrelevant issues. He refutes reports of comparing soldiers to Mexicans and praises Continental troops and their leader. He backs the Adamson law and farm credits and asserts the presidency makes a patriot.
Fairmont West Virginia October 20 mining engineer L M Jones sent from Pittsburgh to Barrackville to aid Jamison mine rescue perished in the shaft. Seven men reached bottom with canaries. Jones and several rescuers succumbed. Four bodies recovered.
Reports from New York dated June 26 indicate the Cunard steamer Alauinia was sunk by a mine in the English Channel. All passengers were saved and, as far as can be traced, all crew except two are accounted for. The official message confirms passengers landed at Falmouth Wednesday.
Berlin reports German admiralty statement says British armed transports Crosell and Sedek sunk in the Mediterranean last week by submarines. An October 11 shelling near Catanzaro hits factories and docks on Calabrian coast. Franconia, Cross Hill, and Sedek listed as lost with varying tonnages and crews. rate of losses tied to early October operations.
The appellate division of the New York Supreme Court in Brooklyn ordered a new trial for John W. McGrath former secretary to Theodore Roosevelt and his cousin William Powers. The men were originally sentenced to 30 days in the workhouse for assault after a June 1915 saloon attack. they had been released on bond pending appeal.
A Nebraska observer forecasts a Democratic win as President Wilson tours Ohio and Pennsylvania. The article notes Wilson's reception with crowds and red lights, Bryan’s praise of the administration, and hopes of Democratic gains in the mountains and among western women voters.
President Wilsons train reached Philadelphia an hour and a half late and a large crowd welcomed him at the station. He stepped onto the platform and shook hands with all within reach as Mrs Wilson received a bouquet from local Democrats. The train then departed at 10 56 for Long Branch arriving about 1 30 tomorrow morning.
Col William J Bryan aboard President Wilsons special train in Pittsburgh forecasts an overwhelming Democratic win. He cites the federal reserve act for business, rural credits for farmers, and eight hour day for workers, praising Wilsons peace policies with Mexico and restraint from European war.
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