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Newspaper
The Evening Current
Location
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1917
Page
1
The Tagblatt of Berlin reports rumors that a new German chancellor may be chosen. Potential successors to von Bethmann Hollweg include Count von Hertling Bavarian prime minister and Count von Roedern secretary of the treasury, as noted by Associated Press.
Fifteen carloads of potatoes, many spoiled, were found by government investigators on a siding near Seattle. The spuds, destined for Chicago markets, are thought to have been left on sight to keep potato prices up.
Reports from Mare Island navy yard across Vallejo describe a blast that killed eight men and damaged two score houses and several magazines. Naval officials stated many were injured and ordered no one to leave Mare Island as casualty counts were being determined.
The Associated Press reports in Washington that the corn crop this year is estimated at three billion bushels, hailed as the greatest in U S history by American farmers. Also notes plans of Mr and Mrs Frank Joyce and family for a Queen Cloudes White Mountains outing, postponed due to Mr Doerr illness at the Sisters sanitarium.
Effective July 1 the semi monthly day law begins in New Mexico affecting Albuquerque. Railroad workers will receive two paychecks monthly on the first and fifteenth. This change stands to increase payroll frequency for employes across the state.
Santa Fe reports Secretary of State Antonio Lucero issued 11,500 auto licenses this year, generating almost $70,000 in revenue. The figure reflects a busy period for vehicle registrations and state licensing operations.
Paris reports another strong night attack by German forces on the Aisne front between Rovette and Chevregny ridge. The war office says the assault failed and French counter offensive recaptured most trenches held yesterday between Panthon and Froidmont Farm.
London reports the Amer Massapequa a thirty-one dred ton vessel sunk by a German submarine on Saturday. The crew were landed twenty-eight miles southwest of Brest France, following the attack.
Washington July day sees consideration of an administration bill to bar trade with Germany and its allies during the war. The measure began in the House today as lawmakers weigh economic sanctions and national security.
Associated Press reports Ley Daniels asked Congress to allocate forty five million dollars for naval aeronautics in addition to the defense council’s six hundred twenty mile military aircraft program.
In Colorado district court today Attorney General Hubbard requested dismissal of all indictments against miners. The high‑profile case of John R. Lawson on four murder counts was dropped, and four indictments against Louis Zancanello, already convicted of murdering George Belcher and given a life sentence, were dismissed by the supreme court.
The ladies who organized the cemetery benefit on the court house lawn were well rewarded, netting about thirty dollars clear. Young helpers served guests who enjoyed the scream and sherbet, while the cakes and salicen were praised as among the best, with some sold uncut.
A lighthearted witticism notes that romance charms many, yet one jilting girl stands apart. The quip frames Cupid’s misfires as humorous social theater.
Washington July proclamation blocks shipments out of the United States effective July fifteenth under a recent act enabling government control of exports. The embargo covers all munitions foodstuffs and fertilizers as listed in the decree and takes effect immediately.
General Chang Haun leads imperialist forces provisioning the forbidden city land and strengthening defenses near Pekog as a battle near Feng Tai looms. A violent incident yesterday left Doerr injured and confined at the central sanitarium, raising fears of an operative intervention.
Reports from Berlin via Rotterdam indicate Emperor William invites national ambassadors and ministers to a conference to discuss peace. The note, forwarded by the Exchange Telegraph, signals a potential diplomatic move toward ending hostilities.
Petrograd reports Allied forces and military units advanced west of Stanising in Galicia, capturing several villages and more than seven thousand men. Official statements claim forty eight large guns seized as the Russian army pursues the retreating foe toward the Lukya river.
Former ambassador to Germany resigns from the diplomatic service and returns to private life. His resignation was accepted some time ago but not publicly revealed until today.
An Italian officer mistook a captured infantry major for Field Marshal Von Hindenburg during a convoy to the Carne front. The man denied the resemblance, declaring he was but a poor wretch with no relation to the famed commander.
H. Woodman promotes Purity Vaccine for vermin prevention and health protection. The notice invites inquiries about its use and effectiveness at Chy Stal, urging interested readers to learn particulars and follow preventive directions.
A Scotsman and Irishman sue over the meaning of a claim that a fortified castle site once had wires beneath it. Sandy notes the telegraph was known hundreds of years ago, while another claim references a different castle in Ireland with no wires found.
Frances Seay and Mon Kolalia Merchant of Carlebad return Thursday from a visit in Abilene Texas. Miss Mary White hosts a house party at the Rhea White ranch near Hope, with Roswell Record noting the Monday arrival and Christian ties.
Fifty years ago Wat Hushnell of Carrollton Wisconsin planted a walnut on his farm and vowed the coffin wood would come from it. Three years ago the tree was felled and cut into boards. Now eighty years old, Hushnell sees the walnut wood properly aged and fashioned into a coffin.
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