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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1908
Page
1
President Taft endorses Charles Hughes for a second term as New York governor facing opposition from state machine factions and a federal administration wary of a turn down in Albany.
National Republican Committee in New York names Victor Mason as assistant secretary in Hitchcock absence. Mason’s appointment ends talk of a new eastern vice chairman. Hitchcock plans to direct national efforts from Chicago, with a later appointee to run the eastern campaign. Senator Crane of Massachusetts arrives for talks, boosting party strategy.
Hot Springs Virginia August 3 candidate Taft rehearses for phonograph records as supporters and foes observe. Several experimental talks are recorded to about 3460 words each with topics undecided. Bryan’s record is played as demonstration. A Virginia Republicans rally is set for August 21 near the hotel. Taft’s mail grows. American Bar Association members visit.
The text notes a social gathering with many personal acquaintances and friends enjoying a good time. It mentions Mr. Tatt will address the association Thursday and has been invited to help with Thursday night banquet entertainment.
Winnipeg August 5 Officials of the Canadian Pacific report reticence on a threatened machinists strike. Indications suggest workers will quit tomorrow if the company does not concede. About a thousand men from St John New Brunswick to Vancouver BC await word to strike. Executive committee of conductors and engineers supports the men with backing from United States unions. An ultimatum was sent to the company on Saturday.
Reno report says the Bank of Austin Nevada, one of the oldest banks in the town, paused business last Tuesday. Cashier Jd A Miller Jr says the suspension is temporary with about $51,000 in outstanding loans and $20,000 in cash and similar debts. Slow collections caused the embarrassment, and a resume date was not stated.
In Fairview Lincoln Aug 3 locals and visitors faced sweltering heat with Mr Bryan busy with his secretary answering letters and outlining speeches for the coming month. He avoided discussing his Labor Union membership issue and focused on national banking deposit guarantees as a campaign issue.
A touring car carrying five women and two children plunged down a steep embankment near Burlingame. Five occupants died at once, two died later at San Mateo Red Cross Hospital. The victims included Mrs. Thomas A. McCormick and Miss Clara McCormick. injured were Miss Ethel McCormick and Miss F. E. McCauley. The two families, linked to San Francisco business, were returning from an visit to Prince Poniatowski. A prior crash elsewhere in the region killed Mrs. Frederick Marriott and James K. Gilbert, with four others hurt.
Detroit August 3 delegates at the International Brotherhood of Teamsters annual convention discussed proposed resolutions endorsing W J Bryan and the national democratic platform. East coast delegates support the endorsement and opposition signals likely lively debate when the measure is voted on Wednesday.
Comptroller of the Currency Kane today sent to the secretary of the treasury for submission to the mutual monetary commission his sixty page recommendations for changes in the administration of the currency office. He notes observed practical operations justify the amendments.
A large public fundraising event in Boston accommodated most guests in 2 500 tents. Governor Curtis Guild gave an address at the occasion while the opening business session kicked off the biennial convention of the brand keepers of records and seals association.
Brussels reports the second official volume shows the United States and Great Britain pressed Belgium to end forced labor and improve native welfare. Belgium agrees to arbitration for Congo concessions and promises to extend foreign commercial rights to Americans. Washington notes quiet at Ceiba Honduras as Marietta’s crew stays ashore, with Scorpion joining soon.
Havana voters show conservative gains across the island while Zayasist and Migualist factions drift toward fusion. Albert, a Zayaist, appears Havana governor and De Cardenas seems Havana mayor by narrow margin. Counting delays persist in Havana city as officials wrestle with district tallies.
The Bernalillo County Republican Harmony Commission met at Sovlock in Otto Dierk Manns office to choose a precinct chairman and draft a call to be issued this afternoon. Delays in staffing clerks and challengers postponed the formal issuance while preserving Saturday's rules.
Roosevelt has not decided on reinstating eight West Point cadets accused of hazing. Secretary Wright and Secretary Loeb disagree on actions and the president has yet to commit to any final course, with Congress or clemency potential under consideration.
The article explains that the president had not issued a formal order to dismiss cadets and, at the secretary Wright's request, left the matter open for direct talks. After Wright announced a decision to reinstate cadets, some criticized perceived softening of discipline. The president was said to have no final conclusion and that others misrepresented his views.
Washington reports Secretary Wright refuses to discuss the Oyster Bay statement on eight West Point cadets dismissed for hazing. He says Whatever the president says goes and denies final decision on reinstatement or a definite decision by the administration.
The Golden State Limited northbound from Chicago to Los Angeles derailed at Hade station near Benson after hitting a broken rail. Eighteen passengers were injured, several seriously, including J. Ayers of Kansas City. All were taken to St. Mary's Hospital in Tucson with cuts and bruises.
Chicago August 3. R O McCormick Har riman lines assistant traffic director says the wreck arose from an interior rail defect. He notes the fracture could not be detected by inspection and automatic signals failed to provide warning as the break occurred under the train.
Washington D C August 3 Colonel Hugh L Reott superintendent of the United States Military Academy at West Point is expected to be in Washington in a few days to confer with Secretary Wright on punishment for eight cadets found guilty of hazing by a board of officers at the academy The exact nature of the punishment has not been determined
A massive blaze in British Columbia consumes forested areas as fire crews fight through the night. Officials cannot yet determine fatalities or exact damage figures while residents evacuate nearby communities under threat.
A fiery disaster in Nast Kootenay and surrounding areas drives 5 000 to 7 000 people from homes into Cranbrook and nearby hills. At Michel and Fernie fires threaten the towns. 12 people dead, with priority relief for food and clothing as winds may worsen the spread.
Ottawa reports Sir Wilfred Laurier Hon Mr Templeman and Hon Frank Oliver awaiting details of the Kootenay valley disaster. The government pledges aid with six militia tents blankets and other supplies for the homeless. Premier McBride is informed of the minister’s regret and readiness to dispatch mounted police if needed.
Vancouver reports the Fernie disaster has likely killed at least 250 people with losses exceeding 10 million dollars. Winnipeg sent relief train and nurses while Vancouver raised 6000 dollars. Logs and settlers along the Fernie Michel line reportedly perished. total dead may rise to 400. Refugees arrive at Nelson and Cranbrook seeks urgent aid as details remain incomplete.
Winnipeg Aug 3 none of the Canadian Pacific officials will comment on how indefinite coal mine shutdowns at Fernie Michel and Coal Creek would affect transport. The piece notes CP sourced little coal from Fernie with most going to Great Northern smelters. Granby and Trait depend on Fernie and Michel coal as a screeing apparatus and trestle are mentioned.
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