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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1914
Page
1
The administration adopts a determined stance to prevent panic as the war situation intensifies. Emergency currency measures are planned to reinforce national banks and stabilize the financial system.
President Wilson acts to complete the Federal Reserve Board to activate the new currency law. Secretary McAdoo backs emergency currency release. Senate amends rules to permit quick access to half a billion in emergency notes. Warburg agrees to come to Washington to aid prompt board formation.
The senatorial panel arranged for Warborne to testify tomorrow afternoon while the other member’s name would be submitted to the senate. Edwin A Potter of Chicago, a banker with Republican ties, was expected to be chosen tonight. Senate discussions portrayed optimism over U S financial health and readiness to face emergencies with substantial gold reserves and emergency currency available.
Washington reports a complaint from the Chinese minister to the government alleging Gen Hwang Hsing Lin Sun and others fomented a rebellious movement in San Francisco. The case was referred to the Justice Department and a request was made for arrest of the accused.
John L. Billard of Meriden resigns from the boards of the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad and the New England Navigation Company. Council for Billard, Homer S. Cummings of Stamford, announced the move, noting the resignations were discussed to avoid affecting ongoing Interstate Commerce Commission investigations into the railroad’s financial dealings.
A harsh call to arms in Bernalillo County claims a Republican central power bloc aims to control district judgeship, county offices, and state seats for 1916. The piece accuses Jesus Romero, Mle en tered into a pact with Elfego Baca and Charles Chadwick to disenfranchise Albuquerque voters and concentrate power across offices.
Article reports that the United States would limit involvement if war breaks out with China. It notes foreign troops, aside from American forces, would likely be pulled back to bolster their home units.
Washington July 31 observers say the US would bear most responsibility for keeping order in China if a general European war erupts. About 9,000 American forces guard Chinese provinces including 3,235 marines at Peking and 1,400 infantry at Tientsin under Colonel Tillsen, with a naval squadron ready. Other foreign troops in China include Britain 2,000, Austria-Hungary 800, France 1,480, Germany 490, Italy 221, Japan 1,777, and Holland 25.
Secretary Bryan directs all American ambassadors and ministers abroad to remain at their posts to report promptly via cable on any Americans killed injured or distressed. Ambassadors Page Herrick Willard Mayre Gerard in England Germany Spain Russia stay at their posts. military attaches to provide frontline intelligence.
The Rockland mine of the Walsenburg Coal & Mining Co resumes open shop operations today employing 75 men after a strike closure. The Gordon mine in the district also reopened under a contract with the United Mine Workers of America. Both mines were cleared to open by a War Department ruling announced by Major W A Holbrook.
Conde and Descartes departed Vera Cruz under sealed orders to operate in Mexican waters amid European developments. The Spanish cruiser Emperador Carlos V remains the sole foreign warship in the port.
State Highway Officials' Association supporters in Santa Fe push for a high road tax with a plan to reduce the rate to 1 or abolish the tax. Advocates claim the meeting boosted backing for the tax proposal.
Dona Ana County leads as model in road construction while the State Highway Officials association adopts a $3 head tax with double penalty. Governor McDonald urges centralization and cooperation and lauds the National Highway system as key for New Mexico.
The Association lauds the state road program and the success of the Panama Pacific Exposition campaign in San Diego. Honorable James B. French and Ralph E. F. Twitchell receive commendations for road leadership and expo efforts. Dona Ana County is praised as a model, with Governor McDonald and others thanked for their support and Santa Fe hosts praised for hospitality.
In Indiana a farmer William Newhouse defended his wife during a home invasion by two robbers. The intruders beat the crippled 68 year old man and attacked Mrs Newhouse who fled to neighbors for help. Newhouse shot and killed the robbers during the confrontation. Police seek leads on the culprits and a rumored $35000 hidden in the house.
Oyster Bay messages reveal Theodore Roosevelt’s stance on fusion with Republicans. He says progressives would work with reform-minded Republicans to oppose party bosses but reject alignment with old-line Republicans. The statements respond to H P Gardner’s Maine gubernatorial bid and fusion rumors.
General Eugenio Paredes former treasurer general and Lieutenant Lorenzo Elizaga brother in law of Porfirio Diaz with other Huerta adherents went aboard the Hamburg American Line steamer Antonina at Vera Cruz. The party planned to sail to Santander Spain but changed plans upon learning a Tampico stop.
Members of the federal commission on industrial relations tonight began a six weeks swing through the west to investigate labor conditions. The first hearing will be in Lead, South Dakota, starting August 3, focusing on mining conditions in the Black Hills. Subsequent hearings are set for Edgemont South Dakota, Butte Montana, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Denver.
In Laredo on July 31 a party of thirty nine Catholic clergymen plus about ten American refugees from San Luis Potosi reported being robbed of 4000 pesos after a hold up en route from San Luis Potosi.
Shanghai dispatch reports Great Britain has requisitioned the Eastern and Australian Steamship Company steamer Aldenham, now in Chinese waters, amid tensions in the region.
London dispatch reports two hopeful signs for peace Russia and Austria in talks while Britain and France push for settlement.Mobilization across Russia Germany France Britain Belgium Holland Norway Sweden Denmark Italy readiness and censorship isolate Europe as stock exchanges close and naval forces mobilize.
Berlin July 31 The German emperor urged peace but warned he would use force if opponents refused talks He summoned the reichstag to meet Tuesday to vote a war credit Five thousand crowd the royal palace applauded as the emperor warned enemies and called prayer for the army.
A German squadron cruises off Langeland and in the Great Belt halting ships to check nationality and cargo destinations. Torpedo boats near Gienesei and in the Cattegat patrol between Sweden and Jutland. A Russian squadron seen near Bornholm. Denmark mobilizes coast protection crews and suspends telegraph links with Germany and many German destinations. Parliament summoned for tomorrow night.
Preparations for Denmark's mobilization were completed today as the cabinet prepared to issue a neutrality declaration tomorrow in concert with a similar move. The move signals Denmark's stance as global tensions rise and war looms nearby.
Washington reports generally fair weather in New Mexico for Saturday and Sunday. Expect clear skies and dry conditions with mild temperatures through the weekend.
The Day in Congress notes a noon meeting where private claims bills were taken up and a bill to remove restrictions on emergency currency issued by national banks was passed. The house recessed at 5 45 p m until 11 am Saturday.
Lawmakers met to resume consideration of the trade commission bill. The session adjourned at 6 45 a m and will reconvene at noon on Saturday.
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