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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1909
Page
1
Delegates in Congress await President Taft's message as both stalwarts and insurgents push for tariff reform. Speakers urge a permanent tariff commission to fix rates within established bounds with presidential approval and eighteen month delay.
The article reports expectations that New Mexico and Arizona will attain statehood soon, with lawmakers predicting separate admissions and strong push for related legislation. It notes Taft’s forthcoming message guiding railroad and tax debates, plus pending vacancies from recent senatorial and representative deaths.
Washington and lawmaker Charles W. Fowler of New Jersey announced a tariff commission bill to be introduced in the House tomorrow. The statement described the measure and its objectives.
The National Rivers and Harbors congress will convene Wednesday with President Taft delivering the opening address. Also on the schedule are the National Naval Military association conference and the National Council of Commerce meeting Thursday as well as the National Reform congress on Saturday.
In Pax Bolivia on December 4, Senator Fernandes Molina was shot dead in a duel with Senator Adolfo Tringe Achu after a dispute in the senate over promoting former president Colonel Tamael Montes. The duel occurred early morning with revolvers. Molina was struck in the heart.
Christiang sand December reports Walter Lomdale secretary to Dr. Frederick A. Cook arrived at Christiansand aboard the United States with all records and reports on the North Pole expedition. He said Cook was overworked on leaving New York and would share future plans once documents reached the University of Copenhagen.
The Morning Journal reports two additional Chinese victims killed in the Tongomen feud. A Yee family member and a Yee Gow associate were found shot in a Chinese quarter cabin and hut respectively. Police suspect payoff-driven killings amid factional bloodshed with no clear motive or suspects.
Special Dispatch from Portales New Mexico reports Wood McMinn a 19 year old tailor shot himself with a .38 revolver after his employer sold the shop. He left a long letter explaining he was tired of life and felt useless. The tragedy followed his layoff and a possible love affair referenced in the note.
Morning Journal wires from Nairobi detail Colonel Roosevelt and Kermit Roosevelt’s October 20 arrival at Naivasha after a hunt for elephants. They traveled with R J Cunningham and others, noting pride in their trophies and the expedition's progress. The group planned further travel toward Londiani and Njore, with more safaris and transfers by rail to Entebbe.
Sweden's King Gustaf, disguised as a stevedore, spent a day unloading coal to mingle with workers. He said the experience would reveal laborers’ opinions and has already yielded valuable hints. The prince and royal family supported loans to the unemployed amid ongoing strikes and unrest.
Bishop Daniel Ayres Goodsell of the Methodist Episcopal church died at his New York City home after a carbuncle operation. Born in Newburgh, New York in 1840, he entered the ministry in 185. He served as literary editor for the Christian Advocate from 1880 to 1888 and was elected bishop in 1888.
Morning Journal report notes all parties rally to defeat Conservative budget veto efforts tied to tariff reform. Church leaders and major papers condemn Lords action while warnings crown upcoming critical elections.
Judge Walter B. Cope former president of the San Francisco Har association died at his San Francisco home last night from epinal Treble.
A mob in Beottsboro last night killed a man named Willems of Marion and drove women and children from their homes. Foreigners, said to be Black Hand organizers, fired on American residences as deputies and officials, including State's Attorney Harwell, Sheriff Ballinger, arrived to quell the riot. The attack began at the home of Jace Newton as rioters fired about 100 shots, and Willems died en route to visit his minister father. The sheriff and authorities faced threats of reprisals as they tried to avert further violence.
Fighting Men sail this morning on Dixie a sister ship to the Prairie. The Prairie remains stuck in the Delaware River mud as marines and stores detachments attempt to free her. Dixie may sail tomorrow toward Colon as the Prairie’s original destination.
The Central American junta, a coalition of diplomats and patriots from the republics between Yucatan and South America, forms a new opposition group near the capital. Their meetings follow a directive from Secretary Koox and mark a fresh regional influence in U.S. political dynamics.
Private reports from Manarua claim President Zelaya intends to leave Nicaragua with his family on the first steamer from Corinto. The reports are disputed by locals who say they are in close touch with Aeriasa.
The gun boat Princeton sailed from California City bound for Corinto Nicaragua after loading coal and stores. It carries orders to proceed there with all speed and join the Vicksburg in that harbor area.
Orders from Washington spur rapid yard activity in Philadelphia as the battleship Michigan is placed in commission and to sail for Ampton Roads. Idaho readied for voyage with unknown destination while Columbia to Brooklyn for conversion to transport to move marines to Central America. Sacramento endures a hurricane with extensive damage to homes and disruption to services.
The United States torpedo boat Lamson sailed from Delaware breakwater for the final test off Cape Henlopen. Trials show an average speed around 29.7 knots with a possible top well above 30 knots as officials expect higher performance.
Neighbors found 2 year old Kari Campbell alone in a Kansar City apartment after Shaul Campbell, 32, shot his wife Saturday night and then killed himself. The child cried all night, was soaked in blood, and had tried to wake his mother before rescuers arrived. The scene showed homicide and death by self infliction.
A Chicago meeting of managers discussed authorizing a call to mobilize 12000 to 15000 workers. The action aims to organize a large labor effort under appointed authority. Officials stressed coordination and prompt outreach to eligible members.
Union switchmen threaten nationwide action with a proposed six cent per hour wage hike and time and a half beyond ten hours. A Chicago negotiation looming with 19 railroads aims to settle demands including double time on Sundays and holidays and a revised physical test. A referendum empowered the committee to act if negotiations stall, potentially swelling striker ranks by 12 000 to 15 000 in districts west of Chicago.
Notmal conditions are restored on the lines in the Pacific Northwest affected by the switchmen strike. Seattle Great Northern and Northern Pacific report the situation under control with freight moving regularly tomorrow and restrictions on freight receipts lifted. Pickets remain around wards as Tocome sees early resumption. freight offices to open tomorrow to receive goods.
At a conference the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen and allied leaders endorsed a 101,000 strong strike threat to demand a 10 per cent wage increase from two dozen railroads. A general strike could be ordered with official sanction from the Grand Master, while Northwest railroads report returning workers and temporary layoffs at Great Northern shops.
Heavy snow and cold weather hamper traffic on the Northern Pacific and Great Northern railways. General Manager Slade reports freight tied up across the system, with northern Minnesota and North Kota hardest hit. passenger trains continue to run amidst worsening conditions.
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