02 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1921
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports tense diplomacy as Japan and Britain press for a naval ratio amid American proposals. British and American delegates brace for new positions while Tokyo considers the issue, with Shantung talks and cabinet input shaping the path forward.
Washington reports indicate President Harding will press tariff reform and merchant marine aid in his forthcoming message. Officials expect a shift toward an invoice value basis with an optional home value provision and a delay on Panam transit changes. The speech may also cover the Jones Act section 24 and urgent passage of the Allied debt refunding bill amid conference debates.
Forecast for Friday and Saturday calls for rain in the northern portions with warmer temperatures. Arizona trends show Friday fair in the south with increasing cloudiness north, rain by night, Saturday generally fair and cooler in the north. Strong southerly to westerly winds expected in the north. Local report notes 24 hour conditions with a high around 62 and humidity 82 percent at 6 pm. Wind light and variable with a NW character and clear overall.
The tank steamer D. Asche, wrecked on a Bahama reef October 26, arrived in New York under tow. The crew of twenty, led by Captain McKensie, fought to keep the pumps and wireless operating, using compressed air tanks and a donkey engine before tugs reached the ship.
Chicago December 1 Directors of the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad announce a semi annual five per cent cash dividend and a 15 per cent special stock dividend payable December 11 to holders of record December 17. Pension plan regulation also announced. Colorado and Southern subsidiary declares multiple dividends on preferred and common stock from surplus earnings.
San Francisco December 1 closing arguments begin in the Noe C Arbuckle case as the prosecution links the comedian to Virginia Rappe's death and Irene Morgan, a defense witness, is poisoned. McNab and Friedman outline evidence, witness treatment, and expert testimony while the crowded court hears the unfolding drama.
Washington December 1 The Associated Press reports that four war science topics including submarines land armament aircraft and poison gases were adopted by the American army advisory committee Prepared for Secretary Hughes the expert reports show vital conference implications while the committee remains united behind naval submarine policy The panel affirms submarines as a legitimate fleet asset and backs keeping their size and presence against abolition or drastic cuts with public opinion backing the stance through the advisory committee.
Arthur Hugh Frazier former American ambassador to Austria has been received by the Austrian government as American chargé d affaires. This makes him the first American diplomatic representative at Vienna since World War II, prompting the State Department to announce the development.
Washington reports emphasis on enforcement of prohibition at the Anti-Baloon League of America convention in Washington December 6 to 8 Speakers include state and federal officials and top league leaders A five day workers conference precedes the convention Attorney General Harry M Daugherty Federal Commissioner Roy A Haynes former Commissioner John F Kramer and Willie Jennings Ryan are listed among speakers The closing edict They Shall Not Pass features senators and representatives from the league offices and clergy members
Paris hosts the world conference of the Irish race January 21 with delegates from leading Irish origin families in France Italy Russia Austria Argentina and other countries. President de Valera plans to attend and an Irish art exhibition will be featured.
In Denver on December 1 another death raised the outbreak toll to eleven. Forty five cages were in use citywide, with about half from the black smallpox variety. The Park Hill School was ordered closed by the school board as the janitor fell ill and a case appeared across the street per officials.
In St Paul Minnesota Navy widow Mary T Bul who died November 22 left an estate valued at 10 340 000 according to a probate petition filed today by six of nine heirs. The filing names the heirs and requests court action.
Six men armed with shotguns robbed the Argonaut mine near Jackson California taking over 60000 dollars in gold amalgam. Sheriff George W. Lucot led a posse追追追追 pursuit toward the San Joaquin valley after the holdup. The mine, 4400 feet deep, has averaged about 100000 dollars in monthly production for 35 years and was just preparing bullion shipments when the theft occurred. The robbers wore red bandanna masks and used lookouts. two mine workers were overpowered but one escaped and freed a companion. The Argonaut Consolidated Mining Co of New York presidents and owners include the Harmon estate Chicago and others.
The New Mexico Supreme Court reverses Jack Diamond's conviction for soliciting I W W members in Colfax County. It declares chapter 140 of 1919 laws unconstitutional for violating free speech guarantees and limits on legislative power to curb discussion of government force. Justice Frank W. Parker wrote the opinion.
Federal officials contemplate methods to bring Charles W. Morse back to the United States after he left Havre France as a grand jury probes his dealings with the shipping board. The government weighs canceling his passport and requesting French action to prevent landing.
New York reports Charles W. Morse, long a banking and shipping figure, was visited by publicity director Bourgeois who examined passports at Havre. Morse, once convicted in 1908 for misapplying bank funds and later commuted by Taft, faced a 1920 grand jury over a sale of the John J. McCullough to Tunis authorities.
Eight federal prisoners being transported on the Henderson from Bremerton Washington to the Atlantic coast escaped through an open port while the vessel lay in harbor at San Pedro California today. Records aboard gave no reason for the confinement of the men.
The American committee on economic questions urged caution on a ten year naval holiday. Rear Admiral Rodgers discussed job losses in shipyards and armor plants and the shift of idle workers to other lines. The report warned scrapping costs could reach about 159.9 million dollars beyond 335.1 million for construction.
Prof P Orman Ray of Northwestern told the National League of Women Voters that the direct primary should be retained and refined. He proposed elevating party committeemen to leadership posts with rank and file voters retaining nomination power via primary when acceptable, aiming to cut costs and preserve open party leadership.
Pasadena officials announced telegraphed invitations to Washington and Jefferson College and the University of California to meet January 2 in the East vs West gridiron classic. W. F. Crelier of the Tournament of Roses committee said invitations were sent to test acceptance before formal notice.
Nogales Arizona November 30 The trial of Placido Silvas one of seven bandits accused in the Ruby postmaster and Mrs Pearson killings was postponed until December 15. The trial had been set for tomorrow in the superior court here.
Rain last night ended a five month drought in Dallas and across Texas. The shower was intermittent but spread through multiple sections helping water supplies. Local officials report improved soil moisture and prospects for relief in agriculture.
Avonelted Press Los Angeles Dec 1 The hotel room clerk identified Mrs Obenchain signature July 6 and testified she stayed at the hotel until Aug 5 the date Kennedy was shot. Hotel proprietor Haley said Burch registered July 24 in a room overlooking Broadway and Obenchain visited him there. a torn telegram and movements to Evanston were cited.
Santa Fe reports Mrs Ruth C Miller will resign as director of vocational education soon after adjusting charges in Traveling Auditor Whittier report. State Superintendent John W Conway will not appoint a successor and will assume general direction of industrial education to save costs. A state board meeting to hear J H Wagner’s reply was postponed due to unfinished reports and absences.
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