16 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1912
Page
1
Defiant conclusion of Clarence Darrow’s speech frames him as champion of oppressed humanity and highlights courtroom drama and public appeal in a landmark oration setting.
In Los Angeles Aug. 15 two portraits of Clarence S. Darrow faced the jury at the bribery trial. Prosecutor John D. Fredericks depicted Darrow as an enemy of society while Darrow urged a defense built on sympathy for the poor. Fredericks argued the plan to bribe began with the McNamaras and accused Darrow of radical philosophy. Darrow closed with a tearful plea while the courthouse crowd watched as Angelus bells rang.
Darrow assails the prosecution and witnesses in a heated defense, disputing Hert H. Franklin as a confessed juror briber while labeling Harriman Wolfe and others as perjurers. He accuses the National Bree t ure Association of plotting a dietograph trap and bribe schemes, arguing motive was lacking for juror corruption.
Charles E. Greenfield, 25, killed his eight year old stepdaughter Vivian Greenfield in a Venice rooming house. He attempted suicide after the act but could not go through. He was captured in Coyamonga Pass and jailed in San Bernardino, with plans to be moved to Los Angeles.
New York on August 15 police raided several disorderly houses and arrested twenty three people. Investigators allege a "disorderly house trust" run by five well known Tenderloin figures, with a clearing house where women are exchanged, according to District Attorney Smith.
San Francisco reports the Red invading army and the Blue defending army moving toward a pivotal Pacific coast engagement at Coyote in the Santa Clara valley. The front line hardened after ball cartridges were found in a militiaman belt and troops were ordered to inspect all ammunition.
Washington reports a larger U S Marine force under Major Smedhey Butler arrived at Corinto to counter the insurgents in Managua. Rebels attacked the city with heavy shell fire, but government guns and American diplomacy halted the bombardment. casualties include officers Rostran killed and Chamorra wounded as fierce fighting continued around Managua and Nandime.
Denver reports several persons injured when train No. 7 on the Denver Northwestern and Pacific Moffat road derailed five miles east of Sulphur Springs. Engine baggage car and coach left the track tearing down poles cutting telegraph lines. Passengers, eastern tourists, sent to Denver by rescue train. no deaths reported though conditions initially uncertain.
Lawmakers convene at 7 p m and plan a Friday vote on a six year presidential term measure. Pomerene proposes natural gas pipeline coverage. Penrose objects blocking interstate commerce act extension. Conference reports on sugar and pension acts discussed. votes on fur seal treaty, industrial relations commission, and continuing appropriations foreseen. Adjournment and veto threats color the day’s action.
Morning Journal reports U S army officers fear Mexican rebel troops may invade American soil near Columbus New Mexico. units from Fort Sam Houston rush to reinforce Columbus as federal guards stiffen border defenses against a possible cross border move toward Sonora.
The New York grand jury, at the request of District Attorney Whitman, delays indictments in the Herman Josenthal murder to hear Sao Schepps en route from Hot Springs Arkansas. Schepps, linked to the assassination car, is expected to testify to plans behind the slaying and bolster charges against the four alleged assailants.
Amateurs Harry Snyder of Kansas City Harvey Dixon of Oronogo and CC Eaton of Fayette scored perfect 150s at the great western shoot shocking the Kellaries. Wm. Herr of Guthrie Oklahoma led the event with 149.
Report notes severe ammo scarcity as forces including smaller units remain active. No indication of peace soon. tensions remain high as military operations continue, affecting supply lines and strategic options. The piece highlights persistent difficulty in obtaining rounds and the impact on frontline readiness.
General Orozco moves south from Juarez with staff, dispatching the first train for the south while rebels burn railroad equipment. The last train bearing Orozco and officers is to depart before morning as citizens form a vigilance group to maintain order until federals arrive.
Generals Orozco and the rebels confront a federal army of about 10 000 moving toward the border as amnesty offers loom. Zapata’s forces operate in Morelos while Inez Salazar and Ananio Rojas aid westward withdrawal. U S troops guard the river frontiers amid uncertain peace prospects.
Rebels face critical ammo shortages as government troops advance and door-to-door hostilities intensify. The firings, raids, and suspensions of guarantees deepen the rebels' precarious position in a tightening conflict.
El Paso Aug 15 vigilance by U S troops along the border is unusually tight at Columbus New Mexico opposite 1000 rebels mobilized. Third cavalry units are rushed from Fort Sam Houston to reinforce duties including at Rio Grande bridges and El Paso interurban cars with rigorous searches of all travelers and women passengers.
Dr Henry Allen Tupper of the International Peace Forum, visiting Dallas en route to Washington, relayed Orozco’s wish for peace and readiness to drop demand for Madero’s retirement. He showed a letter from Orozco and a two thousand word statement outlining ceasefire conditions and reforms including ending nepotism.
American civil engineer Rowan Ayers was severely harmed after rebels captured him near Morelia Michoacan and reportedly carried him away, according to official reports to Ambassador Wilson in Mexico City on August 15.
Los Angeles reports late tonight that after further medical review Goodwins physicians say the actor sustained bruises and cuts with injuries less severe than initially feared.
Nat Cc Goodwin, the actor, was gravely injured near Rocky Point twelve miles south of Hueneme after being thrown from a skiff and struck by the boat as it dashed ashore. He and a company member had chartered the Nora to scout land for a potential summer resort. Goodwin was rushed to Santa Monica hospital with serious injuries.
Washington reports William MacMasters American vice deputy consul at Cartagena Colombia was found murdered ten miles from the city. His body was riddled with bullets and evidence supports the charge according to American Consul Kemper.
Governor Wilson denounces the tariff as a special interest scheme. He cites Taft veto of the steel bill and argues for a broadened farmer benefit from a revived merchant marine and Panama Canal access. He warns against rail and express interests shaping policy.
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