21 Oct 1918
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1918
Page
1
Japanese prime minister asserts Ya Country users will protect own interests in Mikado's realm. Analysts note domestic leadership aims to limit external military influence, challenging prior outsized belief in Mikado's dominance.
Tokyo reports Japan’s premier Takashi Hara states no intent for conquest and a defensive posture while backing open door China policy and non interference in Russia. He affirms recognition of a responsible government in Russia and seeks closer ties with the United States to ease wartime tensions.
Officials in Warcelone Spain recognize Wilken for his great efforts toward world justice as other Spanish cities plan similar honors. The Age notes the event as part of a broader tribute to his work.
Denver experiences hot and warm conditions with a future trend toward more warmth. The northern areas see southerly warming while New Mexico expects a mix of rain and rising temperatures into Tuesday with partly cloudy skies.
The report notes a maximum temperature of 62 and a wind range from 12 to 2 miles per hour. Precipitation and other weather details are partially unreadable but indicate low activity yesterday with minimal rainfall.
A confidential German army intelligence note captured by Allied troops describes American soldiers as strong in defense and skilled with machine guns. It notes Americans fight to avoid surrender, are disciplined about not firing on stretcher bearers, and praise the German artillery's steadiness during pre assault preparations.
American forces north of Verdun concentrate on shoring and reorganizing recently won positions while German troops strengthen lines nearby. In Loges wood the consolidation occurs with two and a half hours of artillery and the attack on Itappes wood follows. Grand Pre is calmed as Civemaneell resistance bites. German withdraw prospects fade, and counterattacks grow rarer as leaders push to hold positions. Artillery and aerial activity return to normal with limited visibility.
American night reconnaissance patrols from Verdun flew to the St. Mihiel region to search German lines. The five-aircraft formation drew anti aircraft fire, returned after two hours, and provided valuable observations on German positions and activities despite low clouds and heavy fire.
British headquarters predict Ghent will fall soon as Entente lines outflank the Belgian city. German columns push into Dutch territory in a widening sweep, with Allied efforts aimed at sealing the gap and preventing a rapid advance.
Desperate efforts to hold the German advance near Le Cateau fail as Allied forces led by British and Belgian units push northward. Reports say Belgian troops clear western Flanders and reach the Dutch border while French and American actions join in a broad offensive. Prisoners await, gains extend across a 30 mile front with heavy fighting near Solesmes and Tage.
Washington reports show about $148.9 million issued in the final days of the Fourth Liberty Loan drive. Officials expect the national total to exceed initial forecasts as late pledges and county tallies trickle in.
In France, Oct 19, German officer who lived with a French family in Mee tigny near Le Cateau while with the Canadian Forces disappeared one dinner night. Later a fire killed the entire family including an eight month old child, amid vandalism noted by French investigators.
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from London reports Munich Post Swabische Tagwacht and Morgenpost favor abdication by Emperor William II and the crown prince as the sole means to resolve the “terrific crisis.” The faster the abdications occur, the better for Germany, according to these sources.
The first French army under General Debeny pushes west of the canal from Hannappes to Nogales amid renewed fighting. German retreat continues under pressure as Allied forces, including Generals Gouvern and Pershing, advance, with defense lines along the Aisne and Oise shifting under heavy bombardment and strategic rivers flooded.
Various reports on the substance of the next note indicate some terms will be accepted while others rejected. The article outlines ongoing negotiations and potential concessions as officials seek a durable agreement.
Conflicting reports from Europe say Germany may evacuate Belgium and pause submarine warfare, with conditions debated by officials. A note to Wilson is awaited, while Madrid and Amsterdam circulate versions about terms including a possible armistice and limited naval aggression.
The steamer Maria, requisitioned by the Spanish government, was torpedoed by a German submarine per the RPace report. The vessel had been used to transport phosphates to Marseilles.
In Moraino Dusk El Special Washington October 216 Congress will clean up urgent registration ahead of a two week com over the November election. The six major issue is the deficit bill passed last week by the house and before the senate appropriations committee. The senate will report the army bill by Wednesday and expect passage before week’s end with witness Alexander Konta of New York. A senate inquiry into the Washington Times affair continues as part of a broader examination.
Private Herbert Batchelor of the Forty-eighth Canadian Highlanders reached safety in Holland after ten months in German prison camps. He described a daring escape leaping from a moving train and a 125 mile midnight trek, surviving on meager rations as fellow prisoners died from hunger and overwork. Batchelor, with Boer War and Zulu Rebellion medals, heads toward Vancouver as he plans his return home.
City health officials recorded six deaths from influenza in the past 24 hours, bringing the total toll to 154. Dr. Sharpley, city health manager, said conditions appeared to be improving while state officials received few reports over Sunday.
Archangel reports a new cabinet in northern Russia with Nicholas Tachaikovsky as provisional president and minister of foreign affairs and agriculture. Colonel Duroff remains governor general and military commander in the north, and a fifteen member advisory council includes members from all social strata and parties. All but Tachaikovsky belong to bourgeois groups amid socialist gains in recent Duma elections. Allied diplomats approve the cabinet’s formation.
American and British patrols push to high ground west of the Oise canal and occupy Rejet east of St Rouplet after bayonet charges. They face heavy machine gun fire as assaults continue, with fighting described as desperate and contact with retreating Germans difficult to maintain.
Paris reports the death of Leon Morane a renowned French aviator and aircraft builder. Morane set a speed record in his era and in September reached 8 472 feet the highest altitude then achieved by a pilot. He later focused on airplane construction after injuries in October.
Chicago flyer Witt Vrvin engaged near Verdun landing a German plane near Fleville early morning. He then joined American raid positions guarding bombing aircraft as the day progressed.
With Allied armies in France and Belgium, British and American forces drive toward Ghent and Valenciennes. German retreat accelerates as raids, looting, and destruction spread through Belgian towns, while fronts shift and lines bend under pressure from Bruges to the Scheldt.
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