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Newspaper
Albuquerque Evening Citizen
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1907
Page
1
A political blast reports that five million dollars were raised by corporations to defeat the President's Choice, signaling a major fundraising drive and wide influence at the capital.
Reports from Washington claim a public man hinted at a conspiracy to thwart Roosevelt policies in 1905 campaign. Harriman and Penrose deny any talks or funds, insisting they never heard of such a plan. Alabama medical college merger discussed as part of university expansion. A suicide case linked to a novel scene, death duties revenue record noted in London. Bowling banquet announced for Grand Rapids club.
The Page murder case nears verdict as Fergusson completes his address citing doctors’ testimony on Jones wounds. Defense attorney Dobson argues fists or a possible provocation caused the injuries while Page testifies he struck Jones after learning of his wife’s remarks. Judge Abbott reads instructions and jurors retire to consider second degree, third degree, or acquittal.
Report of Harriman's 1,000,000 fund to defeat Roosevelt's candidacy and policies at the Republican national convention causes a stir in Kingston April 1. Senator Venrose denies hearing opposition statements at a dinner. Interior Department shifts policy from Hitchcowk era by abolishing divisions and reserving lands. border force to be increased to curb smuggling from Japan and China.
A federal grand jury in Chicago returned a 175 count indictment against John B. Walsh, former president of the Chicago National Bank. Charges include misapplication of bank funds and false entries in reports to the comptroller. About 50 to 60 transactions involving roughly 4.5 million dollars are cited, with funds credited to Walsh personal accounts and sales of bonds via memorandum transactions.
Montreal reports forty million dollars is tied up in produce awaiting river navigation opening. The funds, held by Canadian banks, have curtailed broker on-call lending and pressured the stock market amid strict money conditions. Senators and bankers foresee release once navigation resumes and spring trade resumes.
A Houston group urged city commissioners to shut downtown pool halls, with mayoral support expected and police pressed to enforce closure orders. Separate item from Montgomery reports describes pressure against the Knights of the Green Cloth and a city police crackdown on gamblers, aiming to drive them out and seal off gambling operations.
In Silver City on April 5 amid a violent local politics contest the temperance candidate Percy Wilson won the mayoralty over saloon proprietor F P Hore by a decisive 260 to 98. The defeat marks a historic dry victory in the city, with strong turnout by temperance supporters as they secured councilmen W Cox EB A Layne and school board members Robert Black and Harry Kelle.
In New York on April a report highlights famine conditions in China requiring ongoing relief. The Red Cross appeals for further generosity from Americans. The Christian Herald sent 96000 to Red Cross and a flour laden ship sailed from San Francisco with freight donated by Har Timag and others. Donations are smaller now but still sought.
Maryland state superintendent L Whitfield announces spring teacher examinations by county boards across 77 counties. White teachers start today with tests continuing tomorrow. colored teachers take exams on April 12 and 13. Whites return April 10 and 20. colors April 25 and 27. The state board of examiners includes Professors G G Hurat, G W Huddleston, and E T Batley.
Avatin April said bucket shop operators fret over the Watson bill restricting bucket shops and commission houses. Proponents argue it blocks illegal dealing while operators claim the law will push bucket shop activities underground, despite fears of evasion and loss of market tools.
Nashville April bill before the legislature would allow general trade by school books. The measure amends Tennessee law to permit any merchant to buy or sell state adopted texts and requires delivery of adopted books to contracted merchants. Refusal or failure to supply would be a misdemeanor.
The military athletic tournament moves from Madison Square Garden to the Thirteenth Regiment Armory in Brooklyn for tonight and tomorrow night. It will feature only athletic events this year. Proposals for New York State bonds are due today in Albany. Two million dollars at three percent for the canal were solicited. no bids below par accepted. If bids fail the bonds may be used to support canal and good roads sinking funds.
Special to The Evening Citizen reports the grand jury has indicted D A Macpherson publisher of the Albuquerque Morning Journal and the Democrat Publishing Company for criminally libeling Territorial Secretary J W Raynold. Nature of charges not yet made clear. grand jury also returned indictments against other trustees.
Alexandria Louisiana April 1 a tornado wrecked hundreds of buildings in yards and across the city killing several and injuring many with bodies removed and hospitals crowded. Reports from West Feliciana and Jackson note more deaths including inmates of an insane asylum and widespread property loss. Laymen of the Wyoming conference meet in Lestershire with bishops presiding and a slate of speakers expected.
New York April 5 Jerome will not apply to the appellate division for a writ of prohibition against the Thaw trial continuance. He will argue Monday before Justice Fitzgerald against the report of the lunacy commission and the summing up of the case will follow. Reports from Cuba claim clashes between rurales and Eleventh cavalry in Pinar del Rio with American officers involved in skirmishes.
In Loraine Ohio on April 5 the Fifth Infantry O N G assembled at the armory to drill as 200 strikebreakers were due by special train. Mayor King urged restraint while authorities prepare to quell violence if needed. Officials note law may empower local action and discuss further steps.
San Francisco April 1 Assistant District Attorney Heney said the grand jury has under consideration five more indictments against high officials tied to the Horne telephone bribery case and three indictments against officials connected with the rival company. A stenographer from Harri man faces a separate case in New York.
London hosts colonial premiers Sir Wilfrid Laurier and Sir Frederick Borden during the colonial conference opening today in Ottawa. Banquet planned at Albert Hall by Mgr Matfour for the colonial premiers, with a Pullman porters’ dinner arranged. A pillow slip incident noted. security involved as officers searched porters. Meanwhile Newman tube plans a grand dance at Hotel Asivr Tonight in New York with Coty la Lanceretty leading Catholic student groups.
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