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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1913
Page
1
Wells Fargo and Company plan to divert three quarters of a million dollars from state revenues in California. The move reflects broad rate reductions across express services and impacts businesses and consumers seeking faster delivery options.
The California State Commerce Commission orders a 55 percent gross receipt share for Wells Fargo on Santa Fe and Southern Pacific routes, abolishes existing rates, and pilots new schedules effective October 1. It notes Wells Fargo profits, prompts possible relief from rail costs, and criticizes interlocking railroad holdings.
Chicago Aug. expresses called the express firms a parasite on railroads. EB Ripley president of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe says the express charges are about equitable for service. He adds a new contract may seek more in four to five years.
In Saskatoon a militia member who was court martialed for trampling an American flag during a parade was reinstated after fellow regiment members threatened resignations to overturn the dismissal. A girl in a passing car waved an American flag, and the man broke the flag staff and trampled the banner before others walked over it.
In Haupton Louisiana on August 1 a mob formed to lynch David Dyer a Black man accused of assaulting the 16 year old daughter of Mrs Emma Ganeke. He was jailed but the crowd tried to storm the jail and authorities feared further trouble as the mob remained in an ugly mood.
Private investigators surveil a Providence suburb home tied to a jewel theft ring that netted more than a quarter of a million dollars in jewelry. Detectives follow leads to South Boston and New York as Mrs. J. Hanan and Mrs. Charles C. Rumsey seek recovery of jewels worth 150000 and 125000 respectively.
A German clerk named Cremerskoten was arrested in London on charges of attempting to blackmail Lord Rothschild. He allegedly threatened to murder the banker unless paid 150000 dollars.
Venezuela casts Castro back into focus as a former dictator lands on native soil after five years in exile and starts a new revolution. The committee report highlights currency revisions and political upheaval tied to the veteran leader’s return and renewed insurgent efforts.
Washington Aug 1 The Mulhall inquiry by the lobby committee ends in a transfer to the House lead Garrett. The Senate panel released Mulhall after brief talks as investigators plan a thorough cross examination focusing on charges against current and former members and staff. Former Rep James E Watson will testify Monday with NACM officials due next week amid broader efforts to influence elections and legislative outcomes.
Democratic members of the House Banking and Currency Committee closed debate on a currency bill that would place government control of the Federal Reserve Board with an advisory bankers’ panel, reshaped rediscount powers, and altered profit divisions. The measure limits reserve requirements to 15 percent, with staged changes over time.
Miss Lillian Clarkson a 22 year old stenographer turned lake steamer waitress faces a mutiny charge after objecting to extra work aboard a ship leaving Duluth Minnesota. She is to appear before a U S commissioner in Chicago for the hearing.
Allies demand a frontier east of the Struma river narrowing Bulgaria’s coast to about thirty miles on the Aegean and requiring loss of territory to Mania. An armistice likely to be renewed. Servian casualties for the last month around 25,008.
Shanghai reports that a government fleet leader has informed consular and customs officials of intent to bombard Tu-Sung forts tonight. Northern reinforcements have reached the arsenal and two thousand royal troops from Hankew arrived at Shanwhal.
London reports a disputed Telegraph line noting that after admission of failure the southerners abandon a bold plan and turn to a slower, methodical effort to organize all southern provinces and wage extended action.
Edward Donaldson a 32 year old traveling salesman was shot and killed in a park in Gallatin Missouri by an unknown man. He was walking with a local woman who recalled a man throwing stones at them as they neared the park entrance. Two shots were fired the first missing the woman and the second hitting Donaldson in the heart. Bloodhounds were used from Chillicothe to track the shooter.
News from Washington reports ex president Cipriano Castro entering Venezuela with armed followers causing U S concern. The Des Moines gunboat is ordered to La Guayra to safeguard American interests as unrest grows with Maduro-like powers and disrupted telegraph lines.
Government warns of widespread fraud schemes aimed at settlers in the Oregon and California railroad land forfeiture case. Assistant Attorney General Nroest Kneebel says fraudsters solicit location fees and applications for priority purchases while litigation delays any disposition by Congress and the courts. Southern Pacific warns against accepting money or granting preferences during the dispute.
Armed guards were removed from the Portage Lake bridge linking Houghton and Hancock amid eased fears of a dynamite plot tied to copper miner strikes. Eight Red Jacket detainees faced a Houghton court hearing with no evidence presented. bonds set high and bail posted. A Lincoln crossing collision injured William Cassidy and family as an engine struck their auto. all survived aside from Cassidy’s serious injuries. The Iron Mountain railroad won approval to issue 28,584,500 of 6 percent refunding bonds.
General Francisco Villa wired the Times detailing the July 30 execution of the Mexican outlaw El Mocho Moreno at Ascencion. Moreno’s band killed American farmer Ben Griffin near Chuichupa and terrorized the Madera lumber district. he was captured last Saturday and shot by twelve Talamantes guerrillas.
Washington reports a July deficit of 9.65 million in government transactions, up from 734,884 last July. Total receipts for the first month of the new fiscal year were 60,251,524, while expenditures reached 69,914,208. Army spending rose 8.684 million, Navy 1.438 million, rivers and harbors 1.03 million, and pensions 1.68 million. Internal revenue climbed due to higher whiskey, beer, and cigarette sales. Net balance in the general fund stood at 122.264 million, with 108.251 million free and available in treasury banks. Gold in trust funds totaled 1.0923 billion, and total treasury cash reached 2.0988 billion.
The administration learns that all factions are seeking to protect American lives and property as tensions with Mexico prompt caution and coordinated efforts. Officials cite dual aims of safeguarding citizens abroad and preserving regional stability amid rising security concerns.
Secretary of State W. J. Bryan says foreign nations are not pressing the United States to act, while Ambassador Wilson stirs up trouble. The remarks frame diplomatic tensions as Bryan notes no urgent external push for U.S. moves.
In Mexico City Aug 1 the reform faction of the chamber of deputies formed an intervention committee to present peace suggestions to President Huerta. Rumors circulated of a possible resignation in favor of a neutral leader and an election, with various officials connected to the talks and recall rumors.
Washington reports a cautious approach to Mexico amid civil unrest. Officials hope to prevent unnecessary agitation while Federals and Constitutionalists protect foreigners and property. President Wilson and advisors oppose swift declarations and fear Ambassador Wilson’s testimony may spark further controversy.
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