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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1918
Page
1
Assistant Secretary of the Navy describes ongoing Allied efforts in European waters as American sailors push through a dangerous barrage of mines and anti submarine operations. Detailing courage and persistent patrols, the report highlights the ongoing naval campaign in the Atlantic theater.
Roosevelt details navy work abroad including plans to lay a pipeline across Scotland from the Spanish border to the English Channel. He cites aviation stations along the coast, mining barrage efforts, and extended patrols from the French coast to the British and Belgian fronts, with wide international cooperation and measures against submarine threats.
William Sharp Jr. was initially reported killed in action in France, but later word reached Paso that he had been recovered from a wound in a French hospital. The confusion reflected wartime communications as locals awaited full status updates on the wounded serviceman.
Denver and Cole expect total showers through Tuesday with unsettled conditions. Wednesday brings fair skies to the west while the east remains unsettled and cooler. Arizona shows fair weather in the south Tuesday and Wednesday with unsettled conditions in the north and warmer temperatures.
Local weather report notes a 65 degree minimum and a 49 degree range. A north wind was present with partly cloudy skies and about 0.16 inches of rainfall recorded.
Allied forces advance on a broad front along the Oise Canal pushing back German defenders in heavy fighting. The Army of Germany concentrates strength to hold the line as Americans press forward both north and south in the sector.
Allied troops advance near Valenciennes and Verdun with key positions seized and railways cut. British and American forces cross the Oise canal amid heavy resistance while French troops reach the Danube region in the east. Hungary plans an economic declaration and self rule under Emperor Charles.
A statement from A Woo Vinal of the committee of education and special training reports the student army training corps will furnish about 20 000 men by July 1 1919, including technically trained personnel. Major HH Hrkwne notes $65 000 000 is allotted for instruction and maintenance of soldier students from October 1918 to July 1919, with average daily cost about 1.48. Five hundred new student army pits exist and require 4 058 officers.
A meeting of state officials and relief committee members in northeastern Minnesota approved a plan to appoint an investment heart to furnish funds for the rehabilitation of the fire swept region. The action was decided at a meeting attended by public safety officials and committee members.
By M. L. Fox the article argues Germany must not dictate terms after starting the war. It accuses the Kaiser of cruel aggression and demands unconditional surrender, urging punishment for those responsible and a strong moral reckoning at home.
Public health reports show improvement in influenza in 6 states including Massachusetts and Maine, while 27 states still see spread with many cities and rural areas affected. Pennsylvania accounts for about 250000 cases with 159000 in Philadelphia. October deaths total 800 in the state.
American forces south of Verdun and along the Meuse tightened holdings overnight despite German artillery. Prisoners, including two officers, were taken as the line near Rappes thicket was broadened. Luftwaffe activity and troop deployments persisted while both sides moved to reposition along the Meuse.
Douglas Ariz October 21 The examining officer for the Arizona district begins accepting civilian applications for the infantry Officers Training Camp at Camp Fremont California. About 24066 men will be sent to qualify as second lieutenants in a two month program. Eligible are ages 18 to 40 with certain deferred classifications.
Federal grand jury to hear charges against Dayton mayor Frank and safety director Henry Gronerty after a preliminary hearing. Bailed at 16000 dollars each. Alleged utterances criticized the Fourth Liberty loan amid wartime tensions.
Mme. De Vallette head of the American section of the foreign office press department was killed instantly by a grenade she picked up in reoccupied territory near the front. Mrs Thornton of New Republic was wounded and a French officer with the party was injured.
Analysis argues a German retreat could reduce front line length and defensive exposure. Estimates claim moving reserves and shortening supply lines might free about one third of total forces for decisive operations. If enacted, attackers could mass up to a million troops for subsequent offensives.
A World article argues Germany's greatest weakness is its home front as Allied military pressure and relentless naval activity combine to erode German resolve. It notes improving allied impact though victories abroad may seem slower yet more certain.
Herbert Lioave, chair of the Belgian relief commission, states unoccupied French territory exceeds 2,108,090 and regrouped Belgium about 500,200 as of today. The figures reflect wartime relief estimates from northern France and Belgian territories under occupation.
Good Ground to Believe That Estimate of Twenty two Million Subscribers Will Prove to Be About Correct. NEA Tuesday report notes strong public interest and predicted coverage of the Liberty Loan campaign with a large subscriber base.
Treasury officials report uncertainty over total subscriptions as figures from banks and local committees are compiled. Early overstatements give way to revised totals, with more than 22 million subscribers and heavy corporate participation. Navy subscriptions exceed 40 million, while the army reports rising figures. overall goals may push well past initial estimates as final tallies approach.
The entire day was spent arguing the demurrer in the Wheeler case involving Capt Harry Wheeler and 24 co defendants tied to the so called Hiahoe deportation. Judge Marrow presided as the federal court in San Francisco heard government arguments presented by Assistant Attorney General W C Fitts. The debate focused on constitutional law and the enforcement act cited in the indictment.
U S officials pursue peace talks after Germany signals possible armistice terms. President Wilson weighs replies with Allies as Berlin claims constitutional reform and popular support for peace while neutral probes call for investigation of vandalism and ship torpedoing amid calls to end hostilities.
Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska says Germany’s reply to President Wilson’s terms may not yield an immediate armistice. Senator Lodge and others caution the note’s tone could delay negotiation while military authorities assess stringent conditions.
Ouray declares a quarantine to curb an epidemic as miners flee to escape illness. Home guards enforce the lockdown with roads between the Silverton Telluride districts reportedly blocked while residents battle the outbreak.
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