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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1918
Page
1
Foe suffers severely at hands of French in Noyon salient and Franco-Americans in region near Soissons.
Allied forces capture the railway hubs of Ham and Chauny as French and American troops extend the front from Ypres to Rheims. British lines advance eastward, Germans retreat from the Vesle to the Aisne while French and American actions near Villers-Bon-Prearies and Revillon tighten the northward grip. The old Noyon salient is blotted out, with St Quentin under threat and Haig’s troops narrowing the Lys salient.
Chicago plans turn of events after Judge Landis refuses bail extensions for eleven I W W defendants convicted of conspiracy. Federal circuit court also denies bail. ninety four defendants sentenced to one to twenty years will begin terms in federal prison without delay.
Washington dispatch reports Germany and Austria agreeing no time for a peace offensive after Vienna talks between Admiral von Hintze and Count Burian. The message says the German foreign ministers insist the enemy must realize Marshal Poch cannot break the front and that drastic measures would be needed to defeat Germany.
Sept 6 report notes Saturday and Sunday will be fair across New Mexico with a warm portion Monday also fair. In Arizona zones, Saturday Sunday and Monday are expected to be fair with little temperature change anticipated.
Poon te pod provides a 24 hour weather summary ending at 6 DW. Max temperature 68 degrees. Minimum 52 degrees with a 26 degree range. Temperature at 6 pm 60 degrees. Winds from the north west. Conditions partly cloudy.
Chicago Cubs capture their second World Series crown with a tense victory. Tyler delivers a stellar pitching performance guiding Chicago past Boston to claim the National League championship momentum and a pivotal win in a contested series.
Chicago defeats Boston 3 to 1 to push the World Series to a fifty fifth game. Tyler pitched masterfully for Chicago, driving in two runs with a second inning single. Merkle opened scoring for Chicago with a fourth inning hit and Pick reached on an error to load the bases.
Provost Marshal General Crowder orders enlarging local draft boards where needed to speed October inductions for new registrants. Extra registrars are authorized for September 12 and exemption claims may be expedited by employers or dependents. Advisory committees will assist boards in evaluating occupational exemptions.
Chairman Kitchin presents to the House a bold war finance bill described as the greatest measure of its kind framed by any government. The proposal calls for eight billion dollars to support wartime needs and bolster national security.
The House moves the war revenue bill to its second stage proposing 16.09 billion dollars in Liberty bonds and over eight billion in taxes to fund America’s war effort for the coming year. Representative Kitchin receives cheers as Ways and Means chairs the measure’s early steps, with a vow of bipartisan patriotism and a target of ten days to send the bill to the Senate.
Washington reports the American army transport Mount Vernon, once the Kronprinzessin Cecilie, was torpedoed yesterday about 200 miles off the French coast on the homeward voyage. She returned to port with no listed casualties, carrying crew and possibly wounded. The vessel, converted for war, previously held 2000 passengers and sails at 23.5 knots.
British dispatch reports growing unrest in German forces as prisoners describe wide circulation of pacifist and revolutionary pamphlets. A unit commander allegedly shot by his soldiers, while regimental officers fear delaying actions and a counter stroke by elite divisions. A doctor notes possible peace if the Rhine front falls, with concern over reaching the Rhine.
Five crew members were reported dead after the United Fruit steamship Almirante was struck by the Hisco nine miles southeast of the Atlantic City lighthouse in heavy seas. The ship sank in four minutes, lifeboats were dispatched, and survivors were rescued by the Hisco and a coast guard crew.
Secretary Kruker orders the War Department to replace by December 31 all draft age men classified as one with men physically disqualified for general service. The replacements are to be drawn from within the bureau and may be used in Washington or War Department branches elsewhere.
Elliot and Jennyan of the New Mexico Military Institute win shoulder straps as commissions in the United States Army. Other cadets Chaves Kinainon Butler remain for second Presidio camp and are expected to receive commissions this week. The promotions reflect voluntary service to the government during summer training and tie to Texas cavalry organization efforts.
A New York evening report details the acceptance of a standard contract form for government rail transportation. Director General McAdoo proposes the plan to all railroads, supported by an eighty two railroad committee. Chairman Thomas De Witt Covler states patriotism and self interest align in approving the contract. Ratification by stockholders awaits after five months of talks with government representatives. Assistant Herbert S Binkerd says most railroads should agree to the committee’s conclusions.
The article reports the New York Senate debate over methods used to catch draft evaders, detailing praised strategies and condemned practices. It notes officials’ efforts, public debate, and aligns with broader citywide scrutiny of enforcement methods.
New Mexico Senator Jones commends raids identifying slackers in Chicago and New York, while Utah Senator Smoot seeks an investigation. Debate centers on use of soldiers to detain civilians and lack of legal authority, with calls for restraint and public understanding that slackers cannot receive support.
Regular Army clerks will aid local and district exemption boards in New Mexico as part of increased draft work. Thirty three men from group C will report to Camp Cody, with assignments to state headquarters medical advisory board and county boards in Bernalillo Chaves Colfax Curry Dona Ana Eddy Guadalupe La Mesa Otero Rio Arriba Taos Valencia and other counties.
A proposed emergency agricultural appropriation measure with a prohibition rider was disposed of by the Senate without a roll call, slated for July consideration. The action reflects ongoing debate over national dry policies and farm aid amid wartime pressures.
The Senate passed a $12 million emergency agricultural appropriation bill with a dry rider delaying the beer and wine ban to next July 1 after war end. A December 30 1919 effective date was rejected and the measure heads to the House for conference to shape final terms.
A Moscow wireless dispatch reports Bolshevik premier Lenin in weaker condition after last week’s attack. His temperature is high following blood effusion in the pleura. The dispatch notes he was badly handled during the assault and is hospitalized in Moscow.
Washington September 6 a note on sugar ration policy indicates the current allotment for the peers weeks is under review by the food administration. The text suggests concerns about maintaining the existing ration and potential adjustments.
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