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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1909
Page
1
Chicago street car employees near a wage concession to avert a strike. Morning Journal reports President Mitten of the Chicago City Railway Co is prepared to grant up to thirty cents an hour, phased in over two years with a three year contract, to reach the maximum amid line rehabilitation.
Champ Clark asserts Democrats emerged united after the tariff clash, refuting claims that absent votes doomed the conference report. He notes Democrats voted for recommittal with instructions, while Republicans mounted a narrow gain, and credits the party whip team for discipline. The message also contrasts Payne Aldrich proposals with the Dingley rates, stressing tariff impacts.
Markinville to Aug 6 Wade Glasscock a prominent merchant was killed in a duel after a window break at his store Sidney Lemoine 17 denied wrongdoing and the pair fought. In Caracas Aug 6 the US Venezuela arbitration protocol to settle outstanding disputes likely to be approved by Congress Monday.
Political unrest causes staff changes across Coahuila and Nuevo Leon. Governor Cardenas, allied with General Reyes, is replaced and officials in several towns altered. Reports from El Imparcial note moves aim to stabilize the state and shift military leadership toward Monterrey.
In Beanvoke on August 6 a rat in Bertha Delia’s hair diverted a bullet she fired at her head after an argument with a man on the main street. The deflection left her unharmed despite the attempted suicide.
Vice President James Sherman returned home tonight and spoke on the tariff. He credited President Taft with harmonizing opposing schedules and reaffirming the protective principle. He said no overturn or abandonment was likely and that rate increases apply to luxuries and other items.
A business observer notes the tariff issues are resolved and expects renewed activity across industries. The writer believes the new law will be acceptable and anticipates a return to the general prosperity accustomed in the past.
Secretary MacVeagh announced no new Panama bonds will be issued before Congress reconvenes to review the circulation tax. He noted the 3 percent tax on circulation would be 1 percent for 3 percent certificates and higher than the 2 percent bonds, risking discrimination. The Treasury will sell only 3 percent certificates with a one year term to replenish cash if needed.
Lord Kitchener, commander in India, is appointed inspector general of the Mediterranean forces succeeding the Duke of Connaught. He will hold the rank of field marshal and join the committee of Imperial defense, following the duke's resignation over the perceived inefficacy and cost.
Buffalo August 6 Louis Chevrolet the French speed marvel nearly tied the world fifty mile record at Fort Erie in a race with KE and Lorimer. Barney Oldfield withdrew as his car did not perform well. The Frenchman completed fifty miles in 52 minutes 20 4 5 seconds.
Brownsville Texas August 6 Idefonse Gomez fourteen was arrested for the murder of Eliseo Cantu ten found dead in weeds after a drunken quarrel when both boys drank mescal police said.
President Taft will arrive in Albuquerque on Friday morning October 15 and depart that night for El Paso. The stop includes a brief official visit and remarks before continuing his travel schedule.
The official White House announcement details a thirteen thousand mile swing through the west and south this fall. The president and party travel private car with limited train use, visiting Yosemite Grand Canyon Albuquerque El Paso St Louis New Orleans Corpus Christi Chicago Madison Minneapolis Des Moines Omaha Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Glenwood Springs Beatrice Spokane Helena Portand and more with stops at fairs, receptions, and the Alaska-Yukon Pacific exposition. The trip spans September to October with a roving White House for two months ending in Portland Oregon.
An Englishman named Frederick W Vanderbilt of New York was expelled from Austria by police amid alleged dealings with local financiers and an Austrian archduke. The man’s real name is said to be Lackerstern and Warnet prosecuted in connection with the case.
A severely mutilated young Mexican girl, about 12, found in Guadalajara near a Chinese quarter. Police suspect a Chinese group. heavy cloth wrapped around her head and throat marks indicate strangulation. Unidentified body, last seen near a house recently occupied by Chinese residents.
In a race at Fireeneburg a., three year old colts trotted the mile in 2 39 1 4 to equal the world's trotting record. Bippy is owned by Curt Gosner of Ravenna.
Pasela's naval program outlines eight battleships, a division of armored cruisers, and 34 torpedo boats to be constructed in the next several years as finalized by the navy department in St. Petersburg on August 6.
A detailed itinerary lists the president's travel from Los Angeles to Albuquerque and El Paso, with a border meeting planned on the international bridge with President Diaz of Mexico. He then visits San Antonio Corpus Christi Houston Dallas St Louis New Orleans and various Southern cities before returning to Washington, with potential stop in Oklahoma City.
Pittesboro officials say 3400 workers at Pressed Steel Car are on strike for weeks. James B Rider, general manager, stated the company’s position today in a formal statement.
El Paso, Texas Aug 6 Relatively Bl Clarr Murfrey the young American who was wounded in the political riot at Guadalajara weeks ago files a claim for 1000 gold for damages against the Mexican government Murfrey was slightly injured by a sword blow to the head from a Mexican cavalryman during the mob clash.
In Stockholm the grave diggers returned to work as a general strike eases its grip. Employers announce a Monday return for many workers while the government faces calls for mediation. The National Labor Union criticizes a key strike, and leaders vow no compromise amid high living costs and food shortages. Public opinion forced a resumption of duties for many strikers.
Harry K. Thaw’s bid for freedom moves to a court decision to be filed Thursday Aug 12 as final arguments finish. Justice Mills may absolve him or order return to Matteawan or possible transfer or parole amid maternal objections and testimony from witnesses including Roger O Mara and medical experts.
Harry K. Thaw's former counsel Delmas testified he never demanded doubling his fee or quitting the case. Willum Thaw recalled a claim that Delmas would quit unless paid more, with a $50 000 promise instead of $25 000, a statement Delmas labeled unjust and unsupported by evidence.
Salt Lake August 6 Samuel K Van Sant former Minnesota governor becomes the first candidate for commander in chief of the Girand Army of the Republic to enter the field for the upcoming issue. Atlanticity and St Louis intend to contest the next Grand Army encampment.
Carl ist leaders plan a meeting at a French frontier town to decide their stance after recent events. Don Jaime, the Spanish pretender, may issue a manifesto saying he will not profit from misfortune unless the government cannot protect national honor. He claims Carl ist forces can mobilize 100,000 supporters quickly for action.
Official dispatches from Melilla report Moors increasing numbers attacking Spanish advanced posts. One soldier wounded as artillery shells the plain of Nader where horsemen were assembling. Reports also say another convoy was attacked by Moors.
Advices from Barcelona say the stuation remains unchanged with rumors of a general strike possible Monday. Police continue arresting suspects tied to the revolt and reports say several prisoners at the Moot Juich fortress have been shot.
A Seconixs Mel iin correspondent reports that over the last three days Moorish tribesmen have killed about 500 Spaniards and wounded 1 200 while 5 officers and 150 men were captured and executed after torture.
Spokane jury finds the motorman and conductor responsible for a wreck that killed fifteen and injured about a hundred on the Coeur d Alene & Spokane line. The inquest censures the company for improper crew notification and training of brakemen.
New York reports 400 telephones to be installed in Pekin within a year under a Chinese government contract. The New York company will install a complete system at a cost of 150000 dollars with a final capacity of 260000 lines.
New York reports Vaiss Brannigan overcomes Jim Kendrick of England in a bantam clash. The foreign challenger shows strength and aggressiveness early, but Brannigan dominates the latter rounds to secure the victory.
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