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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1913
Page
1
Maury Diggs faces a jury as prosecutors present strong evidence in a trial centered on alleged white slavery. Lola Norris testifies with graphic details about the escapade, highlighting the case's severity and potential verdict.
Lola Nortis and Marsha Warrington testified on the Reno escape and threats of scandal that spurred their elopement plans, with jurors told about the transportation of women for immoral purposes and the prosecutors’ narrative in the Diggs Caminetti trial. A photographer was fined and his negatives confiscated as court monitors the gallery and warns about young women present.
In the afternoon session the cross examination ends with little new detail. The witness shows relief as she steps from the stand and her father protects her from photographers at the federal building doorway. Daminetti protests against broadcast photographs while Lola Norrie is slated to resume tomorrow.
Delegates at the International Typographical Union convention in Nashville vote 207 to 27 against the Seattle plan to reorganize governing power. Morning session featured speech by George L. Berry of the International Printing Press mens and Assistants' union. Providence, Rhode Island, chosen for 1014 convention.
In Minot North Dakota on August 14 plans of the Industrial Workers of the World to hold a street meeting were upset by a heavy rain storm. The downpour scattered the crowds that had gathered in the streets tonight.
Kansas City August heat climbs above 100 degrees with many stations at 105 or higher. A brief Topeka shower cooled briefly, then temperatures rose again. Drought reduces feed and water for cattle. 12,000 cattle sent to market. Heat causes deaths and forced outdoor sleeping. fires burn from sunlit glass near Oak Hill.
Omaha reports 102 to 103 degrees as southeastern Nebraska endures extreme heat. Wind adds to the burn, drying pastures and shrinking the corn prospect across the state.
A self righting tailless biplane designed by Lieutenant J. W Dunne of the British army underwent successful trials at Villa Doublas France on August 14 in front of French aerial corps officers. Pilot Major Felix demonstrated automatic equilibrium by removing his hands from the levers during flight.
Militants attempted to set Cardnavon county school ablaze in Wales on August 14. Prompt discovery limited damage while suffragette literature was distributed and a card bearing We work while Davie Lloyd-George preaches was found.
After a lengthy debate, Democrats maintain support for wheat on the free list. Republican amendments are defeated by party line vote, with senators from Louisiana notably abstaining or voting against.
Washington discussions focus on tariff revisions and the fate of free wheat. Senators clash over secret caucus influence and references to Aldrich's 1909 leadership as the tariff bill faces continued debate and potential late session.
Hankow reports all rebel leaders have fled Kiang-Si province as the movement loses ground. The dispatch notes reduced opposition and ongoing turmoil in central China during August.
Former Vice President praises Wilson policy as he seeks support for intervention in Mexico. Governor Sulzer will surrender office today while the question of New York State’s executive leadership moves to a definite issue immediately.
Indiana Republican editorials condemn sensational intervention talk over Mexico. Charles Fairbanks notes investors caused war fever for Cuba and warns against US bloodshed, urging patience, peace, and support for President Wilson’s handling of the Mexican situation.
Plans for a national convention at San Francisco in 1915 dominated the afternoon session of the national convention of women voters. The convention will bring delegations from all suffrage states to initiate policies for the organization.
New York Aug 14 The will of Mrs Julia Leonard Butterfield widow of General Daniel Butterfield filed in Cold Springs Surrogate Court details specific bequests totaling over 7800000 with 3500000 to charity and education. The residue goes to the International Committee of the Y M C A for use by its women’s auxiliary in army and navy work.
The body of George Winkfield, a Black man accused of murdering 13 year old Estill Potter in Lexington, was found late this afternoon in the Missouri river near here. His throat was cut and it is believed he died by his own hand.
New York politics intensifies as Lieutenant Governor Glynn seeks possession of the executive chamber amid Governor Sulzer’s illness and impeachment proceedings. Reports say Glynn will demand control, Sulzer resists, and both sides prepare for court action.
Governor Fielder officially recognizes Martin H Glynn in Trenton with a formal acknowledgment dated August 14. The event signals state acknowledgment of Glynn's service and ties to New Jersey leadership.
Governor Hollgnn faced a decision as Prosecutor Robert Hudspeth of Hudson County sought Mason’s extradition from New York. Mason, held in New York, is wanted in Hudson County on charges related to pickpocketing.
Philadelphia Aug 14 Mrs Mignon Hopkins, who declared she would not drop her breach of promise case against Governor Sulzer, said she planned to travel to New York to institute further proceedings against him.
Panama becomes the fourth nation to accept Secretary Bryan's peace plan with documents en route to Washington. Guatemala and Costa Rica will enter state treaties, and a Salvadoran convention awaits U.S. Senate ratification. A bankers conference is called for Chicago August 22 to discuss the currency bill.
Captain Koch and three companions endured extreme hunger and hardship on a 750 mile trek across Greenland. Ponies died, a dog was eaten, and crevasses and intense weather battered them until a sailing boat sighted them and rescued the famished expedition members.
Henri De La Roche, who was urged to ascend in an airplane from which he fell, died today in Omaha. His checkered career included work as an expert mechanic, time in a Mexican jail for military activities, and service as chauffeur to the late king of Greece. His sister was Europe’s first aviatrix killed in Europe.
Secretary of the interior Franklin K. Lane will spend three days in Oregon. He will arrive Sunday morning, inspect the Hermiston Des Chutes and West Umatilla irrigation projects, and depart Wednesday for Colorado Springs to attend the governors conference on August 24.
President issues a formal explanation to Great Britain addressing sharp criticism from the American ambassador. The dispute centers on remarks deemed indiscreet during a recent interview.
Officials state that resignation will not be accepted immediately and that further offenses must occur before the term ends. Dismissal would follow if conditions are met, outlining the potential consequences for officeholders.
Interest rises over Wilsons message to Provisional President Huerta as Lind awaits a decision. Translation is ready for Huerta and the note may be delivered personally or via the Mexican foreign office after talks with Gamboa.
President Wilson publicly reprimands Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson for an impropriety tied to remarks about the British foreign office. Secretary Bryan sends a formal cable to Page disavowing responsibility and signaling that Wilson’s resignation remains under consideration.
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