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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1919
Page
1
Report cites a violent incident linked to a wartime unrest in Tennessee. The article notes a naval aviation unit expansion to a second base as the nation enters World War II and mentions only twenty two seaplanes under the department's command.
Speakers before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee discuss Britain’s alleged ambitions amid Irish government tensions. Walsh Dunne and Ryan present arguments on the day’s political developments and international implications.
Senator bumper urges adoption of the League of Nations Covenant without amendment describing it as absolutely necessary to address labor problems. He argues international cooperation will improve working standards and protect workers globally.
National Guard deploys after violence in Tennessee as mob loots hardware stores for arms. Several people fatally hurt and public safety concerns rise as authorities respond to the unrest targeting Black residents.
The United States naval aviation service expanded rapidly during World War I from a small Pensacola unit to a vast force. At war end it included 1,400 seaplanes and 400 lighter‑than‑air craft, 1,500 aviators, 35,000 enlisted, and 4,000 flight officers. The expansion spread across 7 U S training stations, 10 patrol posts, and 28 stations in Europe with bases in England, Ireland, France and Ita q, praised by Admiral Sims for its courage and loyalty.
Protesters urge rejection of the Versailles peace covenant as Irish Americans and other speakers testify before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Frank P. Walsh Michael J. Ryan and Edward J. Dunne argue the covenant oppresses Ireland and threatens U.S. interests, citing British domination and military rule in Ireland.
Samuel Gompers in a statement to the League to Enforce Peace argues against efforts to strike out labor provisions from the peace treaty. He says the covenant and treaty safeguard gains for workers, women, and children, and must be ratified without delay to protect labor standards worldwide. He notes ongoing talks to avert a steel industry strike through amicable settlement.
Refugees from Yekaterinburg detail the Red Terror under Bolshevik occupation. More than 20,000 killed in Yekaterinburg and nearby villages. Hungarian and Chinese detachments of the pedarms are described as the most cruel forces.
The National Guard Association and National Security League proposed a new national guard corps system beginning at age 14. The program would create a 3,000,000 strong force with 1.5 million active and 1.5 million reserve, integrating former divisions and recommissioning discharged officers to units near their homes.
The Morning Journal reports railroad operations returning to normal after a wave of walkouts by trainmen on the Pacific coast. Officials note the strike prompted service disruptions across lines and crews affected. Freight and passenger trains faced delays while negotiations continue, with A. F. Whitney among those mentioned in the coverage.
A Mitchell Palmer rebuttal accuses Senator Frelinghuysen of aiding German property owners and opposing the nationalization of enemy controlled firms. Palmer says Frelinghuysen aided German interests and opposed measures to liquidate German owned insurers. Calder is mentioned as favorable to Germany in war days.
Western and southern stock raisers pressed the Kenyon and Kendrick bills to license the packing industry as the Senate Agriculture Committee heard witnesses. The American Livestock Association favored federal licensing and division of control of stockyards, while packers faced opposition and claims of coercion and evasion in testimony.
A letter argues that paving requires tree removal and exposes unsightly poles along Central avenue. The writer questions why wires cannot be placed underground to remove the street clutter and reduce hazards during storms, noting higher wire rates elsewhere as a partial incentive.
The Mexico City oil stock market showed a spectacular rise this week with some stocks advancing as much as 49 percent. Financial writers attribute the rally in part to public confidence in forthcoming favorable legislation for the oil sector.
At the socialist national convention Chicago opens without a presidential candidate. Debs remains in prison for espionage violations as the left wing fights for a spot, with leaders including Rose Pastor Stokes Kate Badler and J K Ferguson insisting the left is sidelined.
Washington reports 97 percent of overseas troops and 79 percent in the United States have been demobilized by the armistice day. On August 26, 65 913 men remained in Europe and 24 000 in the United States with 566 in Siberia. Voluntary enlistments total 107 694, including 3 657 for Siberian service.
Santa Fe August 30 Governor Larrazolo arrived home after several weeks away in San Diego for rest. He attended the public land states conference and then returned to the state, resuming official duties.
Judge Neblett sentenced Aue 25 W F Anderson to one year in the penitentiary and a $1060 fine for bringing etal a form of Mexican liquor from Mexico to Columbus. N M Anderson pled guilty.
In a speech to students marking the fifth anniversary of the Battle of Tannenberg, Marshal von Hindenburg urges resilience and unity. He credits providence and troops for past victory, warns against complacency, and calls for restoring the spirit that led to the proclamation of the German empire at Versailles.
A mob stormed Knox county jail after the arrest tied to the murder of Bertie Lindwey. White and black clashes spread through Knoxville with a machine gun firing on armed crowds at Vine and Central, killing two blacks and injuring several whites. Four black and seven white casualties reported as looting and gunfire continued into the night. two white soldiers were killed in what may have been friendly fire.
A mob of over 1,000 attacked Knox County jail seeking Maurice Mayes in connection with the murder of Mrs. Bert Lindsey. Two Black residents were killed, a white man injured, and stores looted as militiamen and state guardsmen dispersed the violence. Mayes had been arrested on separate prowling charges and was later tied to the Lindsey murder.
Mexico City dispatch reports the extraordinary session of Congress adjourned after debating urgent measures to nationalize oil lands. The body will reconvene next week with President Carranza set to address it and the Senate planned to take up amendments to article 27 as recommended by a Capital commission.
Partial text notes Clark, a minister and writer on religious subjects, linked to the Tian church and broader religious work. Mentions birth in Anderson and a time line including today but lacks full details.
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